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The Anti-Cruelty Society

Animal shelter in Chicago, IL

Anti-Cruelty has been on the forefront of animal welfare and humane education since it was founded in 1899. As one of Chicago’s oldest animal welfare organizations, our history is as large as our hearts. Our mission is to build healthy, happy communities where pets and people thrive together. Our vision is to build a humane Chicago.

Contact
Address
510 N LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60654
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Meet their adoptable pets

510 N LaSalle

Chicago, IL 60654

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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 - 7:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at The Anti-Cruelty Society

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King

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Chicago, IL
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Jerry

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
Chicago, IL
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Pelon

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Chicago, IL
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Iceburg

Other/Unknown

Female, 11 mos
Chicago, IL
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Mocha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 mos
Chicago, IL
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Wiggles

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Chicago, IL

Shelter FAQs

Chicago region

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

***Please Note: The "Apply Online" button to the right of the pet does not take you to the adoption questionnaire. Please follow the steps listed above and below to adopt this pet!


To adopt pets located at our adoption center, you must stop by during open adoption hours to start the process.

To adopt pets located at our partnering PetSmart stores, you must first visit the pet at the specific PetSmart store to start the process.

To adopt pets located in foster care, you must first submit an Anti-Cruelty Questionnaire (found on our website) to start the process.

To adopt pets located in our Home-to-Home Program, you must first contact the owner of the pet via the contact information provided in the pet's bio to start the process.


Adoption Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older for standard adoptions. Must have valid ID

Adoption fees are based on an animal's age and species.

Each adoption Includes:
1. Complete veterinary exam
2. Inoculations against rabies and other diseases
3. Heartworm test for dogs /Feline leukemia test for cats
4. Spaying or neutering (it's mandatory)
5. Collar
6. Lifetime ID tag
7. Permanent identification microchip
8. Dog leash or cat carrier
9. One month of free pet insurance for this important transitional period.

Adoption application

https://anticruelty.org/adoptable

Pets at shelters & rescues near The Anti-Cruelty Society

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222 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 4A,
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Heather's Foster Dogs

P.O. Box 10,
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Animal Care League

1011 Garfield,
Oak Pak, IL 60304

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Forest

Foxhound/Pointer

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Northbrook, IL
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bolt

Jindo/Shiba Inu

Male, 2 yrs
Chicago, IL
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Tini

Chihuahua

Female, Puppy
Romeoville, IL
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Trevor

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Crown Point, IN
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Tiger

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs
Palatine, IL
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Bolt

Guinea Pig

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
South Elgin, IL

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