Events

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! 

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 Oct 1–15.

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.

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.