Events

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.

Adopt your new best friend during National Adoption Week with Anti-Cruelty and PetSmart Charities. From Monday, July 21–Sunday, July 27, 2025, visit one of the Chicago area PetSmart partner stores where animals from Anti-Cruelty are available for adoption. Fees will be waived for all animals on Saturday, July 26. Adoption requirements and processes remains the same.

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.

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!

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.

Adopt a new companion during the Clear the Shelters adoption promotion!

Anti-Cruelty's 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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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