My name is
Velma!

Posted 17 hours ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Cared for by The Anti-Cruelty Society

Adoption process

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Meet the Pet

Submit Application

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier

Color

Tan/Yellow/Fawn - with White

Age

3 months old, Puppy

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

–

Sex

Female

Pet ID

57304959

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Velma! Velma came to us from a previous shelter in Chicago. This city girl has traveled a long way and is patiently waiting for her forever home. Before you decide to take the plunge into raising a puppy, keep in mind the amount of commitment it takes. Puppies are not house-trained, they don’t know that shoes are not chew toys, and they won’t know any of the cool tricks that adult dogs know like how to sit on cue or walk on a leash. Puppies need patience, love, supervision, and proper socialization. A great way to bond with a new puppy would be to take a positive reinforcement-based puppy class together. We are still getting to know her and will be updating this page with more information as soon as possible. If you are intrigued by this sweet puppy, come on by Anti Cruelty and meet Velma today!

Shelter

The Anti-Cruelty Society

Contact info

Pet ID

57304959

Contact

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Phone

(312) 644-8338

adoption@anticruelty.org

Website

http://www.anticruelty.org

Address

510 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654

Donation

Donate to This Shelter

Their adoption process

1.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

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.

Adoption application

https://anticruelty.org/adoptable

Go meet their pets

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.