Events

See our shelter dogs in action! Join us for a special Shelter Dog Training Demonstration on Tuesday, September 23 at in our Training Center. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how our dogs practice skills, build confidence, and show off their personalities outside of the kennel—all while they search for their future families. PLEASE NOTE: This is a watch-only event for the public. Only shelter dogs will participate in class.

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, Midwest Coast Brewing, Whiskey Acres, and more!

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.

Get ready for the biggest pet adoption event in Greater Chicagoland! Join us at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, Illinois, on Saturday, September 27, from 11am–4pm for Super Adoption Saturday. This exciting event brings together animal shelters from across the tri-state and Chicagoland with one goal in mind—helping homeless animals find loving homes!

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.

Cheer on Team Anti-Cruelty at the Chicago Half Marathon!

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.

On Sunday, October 5, from 4–6 p.m., Anti-Cruelty will bring a litter of adoptable puppies to Lost Never Found Rooftop (3660 N. Clark St.) for a special Sweaters and Snuggles Adoption Event. Guests can enjoy the cozy rooftop atmosphere while meeting adorable puppies available for adoption onsite, making it the perfect opportunity to find a new four-legged companion.  

It is normal to feel grief and mourn the loss of your beloved pet. To most pet owners, the pet is considered a member of the family. There are several stages of grief (denial, anger or guilt, bargaining, depression, and acceptance), but not everyone experiences all of them or in the same order.

It is normal to feel grief and mourn the loss of your beloved pet. To most pet owners, the pet is considered a member of the family. There are several stages of grief (denial, anger or guilt, bargaining, depression, and acceptance), but not everyone experiences all of them or in the same order.

Anti-Cruelty is excited to announce our participation in the Chicago Architecture Center’s Open House Chicago! This free Chicago architecture festival gives attendees a behind-the-scenes look at more than 350 of the city’s great spaces, which includes Anti-Cruelty. Be sure to visit Anti-Cruelty's downtown Chicago adoption center from October 18-19, 2025.

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. 

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.

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.

Join Anti-Cruelty as we walk friendly, adoptable dogs throughout River North! These fun events start at our 510 N. LaSalle Adoption Center, and we make a pitstop at a public spot for fun, social interactions with our pups. The Parade route will be listed on our social media prior to the event and we welcome the public to join us from beginning to end! 

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.

In the spirit of the holiday season, we are waiving ALL adoption fees for ALL animals November 29–December 30! That means you have even more reason this holiday season to find that perfect pet! Create lasting memories and warm hearts by opening your home to a new family member. 

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

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.