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South Suburban Humane Society

Animal shelter in Matteson, IL

The South Suburban Humane Society is a 501(c )(3) organization that was started in 1970, serving the animal welfare needs of the entire south suburbs of Chicago. In the beginning, we handled all rescues, adoptions and provided foster care out of private homes. Since November 1973, our organization has been operating a 10,000 square foot open-door animal shelter in Chicago Heights, Illinois.

For over fifty years, our organization has helped tens of thousands of animals. We offer extensive outreach programs including humane education, and community outreach events. We also operate a resale shop located in Steger, Illinois that promotes our organization, our animals and provide much needed income to support our humane work.

The Mission of the South Suburban Humane Society is to protect and promote the well being of pets and their people in our community and beyond.

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21800 Central Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
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21800 Central Ave

Matteson, IL 60443

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at South Suburban Humane Society

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Edgar

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 10 mos
Matteson, IL
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Piper

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Matteson, IL
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Cessna

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Matteson, IL
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Dynamo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Matteson, IL
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Harry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Matteson, IL
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Captain

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs
Matteson, IL

Shelter FAQs

Our shelter services the south Chicagoland area. We adopt animals region wide, as adopters have come to us from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Indiana.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 4. Pay Fee
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

SSHS requires:
- All adopters must be 18 years of age.
- Please make sure to bring a valid photo I.D.
- all adopted dogs must leave the shelter with a leash and collar for purchase here.
- Cardboard carriers for getting your new cat back home are available for $5.

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Dolly

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
Plainfield, IL
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Brad Pitt

Bengal

Male, Adult
Lyons, IL
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Gwen

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 11 mos
Oak Pak, IL
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Adrian (3 boys, 1 girl)

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Homer Glen, IL
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Addie (Bonded to Stella)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
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Charlie

Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 mos
Morton Grove, IL

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