The Anti-Cruelty Society

Adoption & Intake Update

Please note: Adoptions at River North are currently by appointment only. Drop-in adoptions continue at our PetSmart partners and PetSmart South Loop Everyday Adoption Center. Appointments are required for intake by calling 312-644-8338. View hours and locations & available animals.

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What We Do

Foster

1,349 animals in foster care

Feeding Animals

722,945 meals provided

Adoption

4,828 animals placed

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Are you looking for a new companion? View our featured pets and all our animals ready for adoption!

An illustration of Betty White with a cat and a dog

Fundraiser

January 17, 2022

Betty White Challenge

TV legend Betty White sadly passed away on December 31, but even in death she's still helping the animals she loved so much. A challenge has been circulating on social media to honor the…

Fundraiser

January 11, 2022

"Make a Resolution to Help Pets" Sale!

Programs

January 17, 2022

Virtual MLK Jr. Day of Service

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Press Releases

New Anti-Cruelty Society Online Store Offers Cool Designs to Support Animals in Need

The Anti-Cruelty Society has launched a new online store offering a multitude of options for apparel, drinkware and accessories, all to support the Society’s animals. More than 30 items including T-shirts, hoodies, coffee mugs, water bottles, canvas bags and baby onesies round out the offerings. The online store can be accessed by visiting anticrueltyshop.org.

Press Releases

November 08, 2021

Animal Overpopulation Crisis Swells at The Anti-Cruelty Society

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News

August 25, 2021

Clear the Shelters Helps Find Forever Homes

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Get Involved & Help an Animal

Donate

Through generous contributions, The Anti-Cruelty Society can help change a life through its work to care for and protect animals. As an independent non-profit organization, the Society relies of the generosity of friends like you. Please make a gift today.

Volunteer

The Anti-Cruelty Society relies on our volunteers to help us care for animals in needs. With more than 650 people giving of their time and talents, our dedicated volunteers provide over 50,000 hours each year to support the work of the Society.

Foster

The love and care of a foster parent gives pets the opportunity to flourish in a home environment where they can grow and thrive. This vital lifeline helps rehabilitate animals and prepares them for their forever homes.

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