Pet of the Week

PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Sidney, the cuddly Shih Tzu who we FINALLY got to meet

Posted on January 30, 2026 by

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Chambana Today) — Our visit last week with Moore’s Rescue Ranch was canceled after extreme cold in the area, but after (slightly) warmer conditions this week, we were finally able to meet Sidney, a six-year-old Shih Tzu mix who loves to cuddle!

Enjoy this week’s Pet of the Week video from Facebook, which features Sidney’s visit. Duane makes every pet that comes to the studio feel like his favorite: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AvUqZ16sc/.

NEXT week, we will get to meet Sidney. In the meantime, enjoy this adorable photo of him. He is apparently the friendliest dog and will have no trouble finding his forever home.

Thanks to our friends at Curtis Road Animal Hospital, we are able to help find homes for cats and dogs every week. They are also open on Sundays, unlike most veterinarian offices!

Previous Pets...

Friday, May 29, 202605/29/2026

PET OF THE WEEK: Meet Sophie, who immediately begged for Duane to scratch her belly

Sophie immediately warmed up, purred, wanted pets, and explored Duane's studio without fear.

Thursday, May 21, 202605/21/2026

PET OF THE WEEK: “Little One” melted as soon as Duane started petting her

Little One is three years old, potty trained, affectionate - and ready for her forever home!

Thursday, May 14, 202605/14/2026

PET OF THE WEEK: Amy and Beth, sisters, are a sweet, curious bonded pair

Friday, May 8, 202605/08/2026

PET(S) OF THE WEEK: Meet the purring duo taking over the WIXY 100.3 studios

Howie Mandell and Freddy, two playful kittens from Moore’s Rescue Ranch, are ready for their forever homes.

Thursday, April 30, 202604/30/2026

PET OF THE WEEK: We welcomed Cassie to the studio – she needs her own human!

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