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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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2250 Barber Greene Road

DeKalb, IL 60115

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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 TAILS Humane Society

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Winona's adoption status with email updates.
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Winona

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Delia's adoption status with email updates.
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Delia

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Catherine's adoption status with email updates.
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Catherine

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on McRib's adoption status with email updates.
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McRib

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs
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

Great Pyrenees Rescue of ***Greater Chicago***

24320 Blackcherry Lane,
Ingleside, IL 60041

Animal Education and Rescue

P.O. Box 7343,
Libertyville, IL 60048

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Shih Tzu

Female, 10 mos
Marengo, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Little Teddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Little Teddy

Chihuahua

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
Northbrook, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Lance's adoption status with email updates.
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Lance

Domestic Shorthair

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

Australian Shepherd/Husky

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
East Dundee, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sparkey's adoption status with email updates.
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Sparkey

Pug/Beagle

Male, Adult
Genoa City, WI

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