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TAILS Humane Society

Animal shelter in DeKalb, IL

Our mission: Saving the lives of companion animals through rescue, adoption and spay/neuter; advocating for pets in our region.

TAILS Humane Society is a limited admission animal shelter providing a safe haven for almost 2,400 animals each year. We are committed to providing each animal the time and medical care they need to have their best chance at adoption.

TAILS was established in 1999 by a group of local animal advocates dedicated to bringing a comprehensive animal shelter to DeKalb. We operated out of an old farmhouse until 2005 when we cut the ribbon on our Barber Greene facility. In 2009, we opened our low cost Spay/Neuter Clinic providing quality, affordable sterilization services to the public. We continue to grow and strengthen our programs and service as we continue to save lives.

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Address
2250 Barber Greene Road
DeKalb, IL 60115
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2250 Barber Greene Road

DeKalb, IL 60115

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at TAILS Humane Society

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 yrs
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chickee's adoption status with email updates.
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Chickee

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on River's adoption status with email updates.
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River

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Van Gogh's adoption status with email updates.
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Van Gogh

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Boone's adoption status with email updates.
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Boone

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Darla's adoption status with email updates.
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Darla

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 yrs 8 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on McClane's adoption status with email updates.
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McClane

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Bergen's adoption status with email updates.
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Bergen

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 mos
DeKalb, IL

Shelter FAQs

Chicagoland area

Additional adoption info

Here’s what to expect when you arrive at TAILS:

A staff member will ask you what sort of pet you are looking for and then will provide you with information about specific pets that appear to be a good fit for your family, taking into consideration such factors as: kids, level of activity, your pet experience, other animals currently in the home, etc. You will be encouraged to interact with the pet or pets of your choice in a private visiting room. We believe that bringing a new pet into your home is an important decision so you’ll have plenty of time to make your decision without feeling rushed. Staff and volunteers will be available throughout this time to answer any questions you may have. Once you’ve made your choice, an adoption counselor will review the adoption contract with you.

You’ll pay the adoption fee. Then you’ll take your new family member home with you!

An animal can be put on hold in person at the TAILS facility during regular adoption hours.

Pets at shelters & rescues near TAILS Humane Society

Lost Cove Animal Sanctuary-IL

Carol Stream, IL 60188

Hooved Animal Humane Society

10804 McConnell Road,
Woodstock, IL 60098

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

Parakeet - Other

Male, Adult
Libertyville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mosey's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
Bonded Pair
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Mosey

Paint/Pinto

Male, Adult
Woodstock, 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 Eyedis's adoption status with email updates.
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Eyedis

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 9 mos
Oak Pak, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
carpentersville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on George's adoption status with email updates.
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George

English Setter

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Wood Dale, IL

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