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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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2250 Barber Greene Road
DeKalb, IL 60115
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Meet their adoptable pets

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 Creme's adoption status with email updates.
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Creme

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mike Wazowski's adoption status with email updates.
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Mike Wazowski

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 yrs 3 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Enzo's adoption status with email updates.
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Enzo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 8 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Kolbee's adoption status with email updates.
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Kolbee

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Adler's adoption status with email updates.
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Adler

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Tide's adoption status with email updates.
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Tide

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
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

Helping Paws Animal Shelter

2500 Harding,
Woodstock, IL 60098

Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive,
Wheeling, IL 60090

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Poplar Grove, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Pasha's adoption status with email updates.
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Pasha

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 8 yrs 9 mos
South Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Poe's adoption status with email updates.
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Poe

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Yorkville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Fisher's adoption status with email updates.
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Fisher

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Riverwoods, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Zeke's adoption status with email updates.
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Zeke

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Morton Grove, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sassy's adoption status with email updates.
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Sassy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Huntley, IL

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