Governor Bruce Rauner Proclaims 2nd Annual Illinois Week for the Animals October 10-18, 2015!

CHICAGO - Oct. 8, 2015 - PRLog -- Animal World USA is pleased to announce that the 2nd Annual Illinois Week for the Animals October 10-18, 2015 has been proclaimed by Governor Rauner. During the exciting governor-proclaimed week animal shelters, rescue groups, and humane organizations across the state will be hosting a multiple of fun-filled animal-related events.

Educators, students, businesses and caring citizens will be joining in as well, celebrating and helping animals. Events will include adoption days, spay/neuter low cost events, shelter pet adoption/drive days, R.E.A.D. dog programs & book displays in libraries, animal art, unique ways to help horses and farm animals, therapy dogs visiting hospitals & living-assisted homes and a salute to our military K-9s and working dogs.

Also included in the spotlight are pet food drive/opportunities, veggie events & markets, low cost clinics, and themed events for families to come, help and enjoy the amazing animals! Please note we will be adding events and activities right up to & through the week. For more info, to become involved and see calendar, visit the website  http://www.illinoisanimals.org/