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A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation

Animal rescue in Wheaton, IL

A.R.F.-ANIMAL RESCUE FOUNDATION is a non-profit humane society established 1985. We are volunteers dedicated to finding loving homes to the homeless, abandoned, and abused animals of our community. Animals waiting for adoption are housed in foster homes. We are licensed by the state of Illinois, we receive no government funding. Private and corporate donations, as well as adoption fees, keep ARF prepared to help animals in need. As of July 1999, ARF is now a 501c3 non-profit organization in the United States.

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PO Box 4423
Wheaton, IL 60189
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Adoptable pets at A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Wheaton, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Grand Rapids's adoption status with email updates.
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Grand Rapids

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Wheaton, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Zebra Cake's adoption status with email updates.
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Zebra Cake

RagaMuffin

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

Rat Terrier

Male, Adult
Wheaton, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Christmas Angel's adoption status with email updates.
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Christmas Angel

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Wheaton, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Magnum P.I.'s adoption status with email updates.
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Magnum P.I.

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Wheaton, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Florida's adoption status with email updates.
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Florida

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Wheaton, IL

Rescue FAQs

We conduct adoption events throughout DuPage County, IL (the western suburbs of Chicago). You can see a list of our upcoming adoption events here: https://www.arf-il.org/events/

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

If you are interested in adopting one of our pet you should complete an online application at www.arf-il.org. This does not commit you to adopting, but does allow the process to begin. You're welcome to send an inquiry, but fortunately our animals move quickly so the animal may be adopted by the time you inquire.

You will be screened to ensure that:

You understand the life long responsibility of adopting and caring for a pet.

All household members consent to the decision to adopt.

Adopting a pet will not result in a violation of your lease. If you live in an apartment, we do ask that you provide us with a copy of the lease or obtain a letter of approval from your landlord.

You are 18 years or older to adopt a pet from us.

The temperament of the animal you are interested in is conducive to your lifestyle and home environment.

Agree to our adoption fees*:
Dogs: $200
Kittens: 6 months and younger $150
Cats: Older than 6 months $110
Mama cats: $95

*Unless otherwise noted in pet listing or adoption contract.

Adoption application

https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/

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Chicago, IL 60638

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1512 S. Randall Road, PETsMART,
Geneva, IL 60134

Promise Rescue

Manhattan, IL 60442

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
East Dundee, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Cinderella's adoption status with email updates.
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Cinderella

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Munster, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Brittany Ears's adoption status with email updates.
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Brittany Ears

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Baby Huey's adoption status with email updates.
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Baby Huey

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 3 mos
Vernon Hills, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Stevie's adoption status with email updates.
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Stevie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Plainfield, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chunkz's adoption status with email updates.
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Chunkz

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs 3 mos
Munster, IN

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