El Paso, IL – Families across Woodford County will have a chance to add a new four-legged member this holiday season as Woodford County Animal Control hosts a special Christmas-themed adoption event Saturday afternoon in El Paso.
According to the Woodford County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control, the “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” adoption event is scheduled for Sunday, December 21, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the El Paso Community Building, 519 South Sycamore Street.
The event is designed to help shelter dogs find permanent homes ahead of the holidays, a time when shelters often see increased strain and animals benefit most from family placement. Animal Control shared the event announcement on social media with a lighthearted message, noting that while the dogs asked to be “wrapped up for Christmas,” staff decided meeting potential adopters in person was the better option.
Residents will be able to meet adoptable dogs, speak with Animal Control staff, and learn more about the adoption process during the four-hour event. Officials say even short interactions can help dogs show their personalities, improving their chances of finding a match.
The event is open to the public and intended for residents across Woodford County and surrounding Central Illinois communities, including El Paso and the Peoria metro area. While adoption requirements apply, organizers encourage anyone considering a pet now or in the near future to attend.
Animal Control officials also urge residents to share the event with friends and family, saying visibility is key to placing animals into safe, long-term homes before Christmas.
Community members who live nearby or have adopted from Woodford County Animal Control in the past are encouraged to stop by and support the effort.
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