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Say hello to Zathura! Zathura is a beautiful girl who came to the shelter as a stray. Imagine Zathura living alone on the streets - cold, alone and not sure where her next meal is coming from. Don’t worry, Zathura was lucky and was brought to us and now is ready to start a whole new life with you! Sometimes stray cats need a little more time and space to get accustomed to living in a new home. It is always a good idea to start off your new cat in a dedicated space equipped with food, a bed, toys, and a litter box so they can decompress and get accustomed to the new sights, smells, and sounds. With some food, play, and patience, most cats will really enjoy being part of a family again. Can you help Zathura go from stray to cherished pet? Come and meet her today at Anti-Cruelty!
Say hello to Zathura! Zathura is a beautiful girl who came to the shelter as a stray. Imagine Zathura living alone on the streets - cold, alone and not sure where her next meal is coming from. Don’t worry, Zathura was lucky and was brought to us and now is ready to start a whole new life with you! Sometimes stray cats need a little more time and space to get accustomed to living in a new home. It is always a good idea to start off your new cat in a dedicated space equipped with food, a bed, toys, and a litter box so they can decompress and get accustomed to the new sights, smells, and sounds. With some food, play, and patience, most cats will really enjoy being part of a family again. Can you help Zathura go from stray to cherished pet? Come and meet her today at Anti-Cruelty!
The first step to adopt is to stop by our adoption center during open hours!
2.
Meet the Pet
The second step is to meet with pets you might be interested in adopting! Our staff and volunteers will tell you all about them.
3.
Submit Application
Finally, fill out the adoption questionnaire. Our experienced adoption counselors will ensure it's a good fit for you and the pet!
4.
Take the Pet Home
If the adoption is a good fit, you get to take the pet home that day!
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.
***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.
Our adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Avenue is open daily for walk-in adoptions from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m..
Our adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Avenue is open daily for walk-in adoptions from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m..
More about this shelter
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.
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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