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

Adoptable pets at Anti-Cruelty

We'll also keep you updated on Stanley's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Stanley

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Senior
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Prince's adoption status with email updates.
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Prince

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Diamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Diamond

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Senior
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Simon's adoption status with email updates.
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Simon

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Server's adoption status with email updates.
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Server

Siamese/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Garfunkel's adoption status with email updates.
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Garfunkel

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on JJ's adoption status with email updates.
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JJ

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Red's adoption status with email updates.
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Red

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
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 (on The Anti-Cruelty Society's registry)
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 Anti-Cruelty

Help Save Pets - Oswego

1280 Route 34, At The Corner Of Route 34 And Ogden Falls Dr.,
Oswego, IL 60543

Be Fido's Friend

516 N Ogden, Unit #163,
Chicago, IL 60642

Chicago Canine Rescue

5272 N Elston Ave,
Chicago, IL 60630

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Husky

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Palatine, IL
We'll also keep you updated on DORI's adoption status with email updates.
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DORI

English Bulldog/Husky

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Chicago Ridge, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Elm #7's adoption status with email updates.
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Elm #7

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Mundelein, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Reece's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Reece

Spaniel (Unknown Type)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 5 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Melanie's adoption status with email updates.
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Melanie

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Matteson, IL

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