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.
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510 N LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60654
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
Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.
Chicago region
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
PO Box 83,
Streamwood,
IL
60107
Northlake, IL 60164
309 Republic Ave,
Joliet,
IL
60435
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