Snip-It-Forward: Spay/Neuter-thon

We’re hosting Snip It Forward Spay/Neuter-thon on Tuesday, April 29 from 7 AM-6 PM. Help us hit our goal of 100 free spays and neuters in a single day. We’re also offering free distemper vaccines, rabies vaccines, two months of flea preventive, and microchips.

vet with an animal in surgery

Empty the Shelters sponsored by BISSELL Pet Foundation

As shelters across the country face overcrowding, BISSELL Pet Foundation is aiming to "Empty the Shelters" by sponsoring a reduced fee of $50 for puppies, kittens, cats, and dogs from May 1–15.

Bissell Adoption Event

Dog Wellness Fair - Phalanx Family Services

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. Masks are mandatory for humans and leashed are required for dogs.

African American man in blue scrubs examines a white pit bull dog while a white man in blue scrubs assists

Kitten Shower

Due to the mild winter, we're expecting an influx of hundreds of kittens in the next several months. You can help by either attending the Kitten Shower event on May 4 or by donating supplies and/or funds to help us care for these homeless (and oftentimes motherless) felines. 

A kitten lies agains a yellow background

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Dog Wellness Fair - Village of Melrose Park

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.

man in blue scrubs examining white dog with assistance from white man in blue scrubs

Fuzzy Friends Yoga

Spring has officially sprung - get your body as warm as the weather with the most adorable athletic classes around! We are thrilled to open our shelter for a unique and heartwarming yoga class series featuring your favorite furballs and plenty of peaceful poses.

A woman doing yoga next to a dog

BARK!

Join us in celebrating over 30 years of transforming our community, one tail wag at a time! BARK is Anti-Cruelty’s largest fundraising event to help shelter, feed, and care for more than 20,000 animals this year.

A close up of a man's legs walking a dog

Dog Wellness Fair - 5th District Police Station

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. Leashes are required for dogs.

2 male vets with a white dog

Kitty & Puppy Party

We’re opening our space to all who need a “cuteness break” with puppies, kittens, and adoptable dogs during the workday. Stop by our shelter on select dates and, for a small donation, you’ll get extra doses of animal affection to get you to the weekend!

kitten with pink and purple design around it

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Wellness Fair - Canine Therapy Corps (CATS ONLY)

Anti-Cruelty’s 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 white dog

Dog Wellness Fair - 5th District Police Station

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. 

A man holds a small white dog

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Pour Your Heart Out

Join Anti-Cruelty for its annual fundraiser Pour Your Heart Out Hosted by the Anti-Cruelty Associates Council (AAC)   September 25, 2025 – 6–10 p.m. Sarabande Chicago 2726 W. Roscoe St.

Two women at an event with a cute puppy

Dog Wellness Fair - CICS Prairie School

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. Leashes are required for dogs.

2 male vets with a dog

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Dog Wellness Fair - Canine Therapy Corps

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. Masks are mandatory for humans and leashed are required for dogs.

Man holding small white dog

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

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

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food

Pop-Up Pet Food Pantries

Anti-Cruelty distributes pet food to Chicago neighborhoods through this innovative program that goes to the heart of the community to help keep pets and people together.

Dog next to pet food