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Survivors for Strays

Animal rescue in Chicago, IL

Survivors for Strays is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, animal rescue organization dedicated to saving animals that are homeless, neglected, abused, or about to die in an open access animal shelter. Animals feel joy, pain, grief, and love. We are determined to help people be mindful of that and learn to value these lives to always treat them compassionately as part of the family. We are committed to providing a safe haven for those furry family members that are in dire domestic abuse situations and need a temporary home in order for domestic abuse victims to leave safely and with peace of mind.

Who We Are
We are Survivors & Thrivers of sexual abuse, intimate partner abuse, domestic violence, cancer, and other traumas. We are here because our furry family members or other animals helped us get through our personal ordeals, and we want to give back. It is OUR turn to save innocent, precious lives like the ones who saved us.

We are friends and family members of Survivors & Thrivers. We believe in the Human-Animal Bond and will do everything we can to support this Mission.

Who are we? We are YOU.

Contact
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Chicago, IL 60607
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Adoptable pets at Survivors for Strays

We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Labrador Retriever/Collie

Male, 2 yrs
Chicago, IL

Rescue FAQs

Counties: Cook, DuPage, Kane, McHenry, and Lake

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Meet the Pet
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

Please make sure to read the descriptions fully prior to filling out our application.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Survivors for Strays

Lakeshore PAWS

4611 Evans Ave,
Valparaiso, IN 46383

Underdograilway Rescue

Elmhurst, IL 60126

We'll also keep you updated on Mason's adoption status with email updates.
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Mason

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Rusty's adoption status with email updates.
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Rusty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Ringwood, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Hutchi's adoption status with email updates.
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Hutchi

Husky

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
South Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Bruno's adoption status with email updates.
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Bruno

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Beth Linus's adoption status with email updates.
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Beth Linus

Dachshund

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Armon's adoption status with email updates.
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Armon

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 yrs 8 mos
Valparaiso, IN

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