Events

Adopt Joy Adoption Events at PetSmart Looking for a new best friend? Join us for Adopt Joy Adoption Events at PetSmart and meet amazing animals ready to fill your life with love, laughter, and tail wags. These special adoption days are the perfect time to find your perfect match. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to come say hi and meet some adorable pups, we’d love to see you there!

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.

Are you looking for a way for your family to get involved in our community of caring? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Anti-Cruelty's Kids Who Care program offers families an opportunity to engage in our work while providing valuable education to kids and adults alike!

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. 

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!

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.