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Wellness Fair - Canine Therapy Corps (CATS ONLY)

Anti-Cruelty's Wellness Fairs provide free veterinary services throughout Chicago in partnership with Cook County Animal and Rabies Control. This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Caerus Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and the Banfield Foundation.

2 male vets with a white dog

Adopt Joy - Andersonville PetSmart

We’re thrilled to team up with PetSmart Charities for the Adopt Joy Event on Saturday, August 23! As Chicago’s largest open-admission animal shelter, Anti-Cruelty will be bringing some of our most lovable pets to a local PetSmart for a special off-site adoption day.

A handsome dog

Crafting for Critters

If you’ve been searching for a way to volunteer with your family to help animals, look no further! Anti-Cruelty’s Crafting for Critters event offers families a fun, laid-back activity for a good cause.

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Fuzzy Friends Yoga

The heat has reached Chicago, and we've got adorable ways to cool off at Anti-Cruelty all summer long! We are thrilled to open our shelter for a unique and heartwarming yoga series once a month, featuring your favorite furballs and plenty of peaceful poses. This class is more than just a delightful experience - it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of animals who need our help!

A woman doing yoga next to a dog

Adopt Joy - Lincoln Park PetSmart

We’re thrilled to team up with PetSmart Charities for the Adopt Joy Event on Saturday, September 6! As Chicago’s largest open-admission animal shelter, Anti-Cruelty will be bringing some of our most lovable pets to a local PetSmart for a special off-site adoption day.

A cute pup

Dog Wellness Fair - 5th District Police Station

Anti-Cruelty's Dog Wellness Fairs provide free canine veterinary services throughout Chicago in partnership with Cook County Animal and Rabies Control. This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Caerus Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and the Banfield Foundation. Leashes are required for dogs. 

A man holds a small white dog

Pour Your Heart Out

Get ready to sip, swirl, and support Anti-Cruelty's mission at the annual Pour Your Heart Out mixer and fundraiser! This paws-itively spirited soirée brings together hundreds of animal lovers and Pawtenders from across Chicagoland, for an exclusive  tasting menu including fan-fur-vorites like Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Chelsea B. Drugstore, Whiskey Acres, and more!

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Dog Wellness Fair - CICS Prairie School

Anti-Cruelty's Dog Wellness Fairs provide free canine veterinary services throughout Chicago in partnership with Cook County Animal and Rabies Control. This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Caerus Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and the Banfield Foundation.

2 male vets with a dog

Adopt Joy - Lincoln Park PetSmart

We’re thrilled to team up with PetSmart Charities for the Adopt Joy Event on Saturday, September 27! As Chicago’s largest open-admission animal shelter, Anti-Cruelty will be bringing some of our most lovable pets to a local PetSmart for a special off-site adoption day.

A cute pup

Dog Wellness Fair - Roseland Community Hospital

Anti-Cruelty's Dog Wellness Fairs provide free canine veterinary services throughout Chicago thanks to the generous support of the Caerus and PetSmart Charities foundations.

2 male vets with a dog

Dog Wellness Fair - Canine Therapy Corps

Anti-Cruelty's Dog Wellness Fairs provide free canine veterinary services throughout Chicago in partnership with Cook County Animal and Rabies Control. This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Caerus Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and the Banfield Foundation. Leashes are required for dogs. 

Man holding small white dog

Adopt Joy - Brickyard PetSmart

We’re thrilled to team up with PetSmart Charities for the Adopt Joy Event on Saturday, September 13! As Chicago’s largest open-admission animal shelter, Anti-Cruelty will be bringing some of our most lovable pets to a local PetSmart for a special off-site adoption day.

Cute pup

Giving Tuesday

You can help Anti-Cruelty protect and rescue vulnerable animals. Make a difference this Giving Tuesday, December 2.

A dog outside in a cage in the snow