Youth Who Care

Our Community of Caring Youth Who Care is an animal advocacy and volunteer program for youth ages 9-12 years old. During this program participants will learn about a variety of topics including animal behavior, training, care and other animal welfare issues. Tweens will also have the opportunity…

Your Talkative Cat

It’s a fact of life – cats meow. It is one of the ways they communicate their needs to us. If you believe that your cat’s meowing is excessive, you need to understand why your cat is vocalizing in order to change his behavior. Overnight Meowing Cats, especially young ones, are naturally most…

In Your Home

Making a Difference from Home We know you really want to help but sometimes you are not able to come to one of our facilities or go out into the community. There are still opportunities for you to volunteer to help The Anti-Cruelty Society.    Pet Patrol  If you’re a volunteer looking to help…

Your Fearful Cat

We cannot simply tell our cat to not be afraid of something. Rather, we must communicate it through our actions and our energy. With time, patience, and proper training, you can help your shy and fearful cat develop into a confident and friendly feline.  Health Check Before anything else, it is…

A Year in Review: 2019

What a year! As we celebrated 120 years of caring for and protecting Chicago’s animals, we focused on building more impact to the animals and humans who needed our assistance. In total we impacted over 40,000 humans and pets with the goal of providing the best care for animals in need. We couldn’t…

Year End Giving

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Wish List

Wishes Can Happen! Make a wish come true for a dog or cat at the Society by sending us items on our wish list. Items we always need include: Dog and cat toys Leashes and Collars Dog beds Fleece (to make blankets) Spray cheese Creamy peanut butter Liver Paste Freeze dried protein treats (…

Who We Are

Who we are The Anti-Cruelty Society is more than a shelter. We are a comprehensive animal welfare organization whose mission is to build a community of caring by helping pets and educating people. From our humble beginnings in 1899, we are now at the forefront of animal welfare and humane…

What is a Guinea Pig?

WHAT IS A GUINEA PIG? Guinea pigs are small rodents that originated in South America, where they are commonly known as a cavy.  There are three main breeds:   English or common (short, straight, and fine hair) Abyssinian (rough, wiry hair in rosettes or whorls), and Peruvian (long, straight, and…

What Dog Owners Should Know About the FDA Alert

Our friends at VCA Hospitals recently shared an article by Melanie Hoffman, DVM, about the FDA Alert on grain-free dog food diets that should be noted by all dog owners. 

What We Do

What We Do From pet adoptions to low cost spay and neuter services to humane education, cruelty investigations and rescue, The Anti-Cruelty Society works to raise awareness about the needs of animals. We provide rehabilitation and treatment as well as classes and programs from pet loss to pet…

Welcome Tracy Elliott!

Tracy Elliott joined The Anti-Cruelty Society as President in February, 2019. He came to the Society from Asheville, North Carolina, where he was the Executive Director of the Asheville Humane Society for nearly four years. Tracy brings more than 30 years…

Ways to Give

Giving to the Society  Since 1899, The Anti-Cruelty Society has remained committed to our mission of building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people. This work is made possible through the generosity of our many donors. If you are interested in joining our community of caring,…

Warmer Weather Brings Surge In Cat Population

Chicago’s mild winter is having an impact on local cats. Animal experts tell CBS 2 when the weather is warmer, more cats who aren’t spayed go into heat. That means a surge in the pet population.  

Volunteer Stories

Meet Perri Smith Perri jumped into volunteering 10 years ago when she found herself between jobs and watching too much Animal Planet. She decided she should get out of the house and do something with herself instead of sitting around being gloomy - so she started volunteering!  “Cat Adopts was my…

Volunteer Resources

Resources for Volunteers As a Society volunteer you are in a unique position to make a real difference in both the life of a pet and the family who will one day bring them home. We want your volunteer experience to be a rewarding one and have created a number of resources to help you plan your…

Volunteer FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions Whether you’re looking to help hands-on, off-site or with special projects, you may have questions about what volunteering with us is all about. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions…

Volunteer Appreciation Week 2019

The Anti-Cruelty Society is proud to celebrate the dedication and hard work of our volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week. This week we celebrate the many accomplishments of our volunteers and thank them for dedicating their time and talents to…

Volunteer

Join our Community of Caring and Volunteer So, you love animals and want to lend a helping hand to the pets in your community? Well, you’ve come to the right place! The Anti-Cruelty Society has provided shelter and medical care for hundreds of thousands of animals since 1899. Volunteers make our…

Volunteer

Visit Us

Stop by and visit us! The Anti-Cruelty Society is located in the River North neighborhood in Chicago at the corner of LaSalle Street and Grand Avenue. At this facility, you can find a number of services: adoptions, clinic services (including our low cost spay/neuter services), surrendering your…

Videos & Media

Education Materials Thanks to a grant from The Siragusa Foundation, The Anti-Cruelty Society is able to offer the following humane education materials to teachers free of charge upon request. To request the materials, email education@anticruelty.org or call 312-645-8098   Available Materials…

Veterinary Mentoring Program

Veterinary Mentoring Program If you are a high school student in the 10th, 11th or 12th grade, you love animals, and you are considering a career as a veterinarian, The Anti-Cruelty Society’s Veterinary Mentoring Program might be perfect for you. The Anti-Cruelty Society, in partnership with The…

Vet Ambassadors

Ambassadors One of the best ways to ensure a long and happy life for a pet is to establish a relationship with an area veterinarian. The Anti-Cruelty Society offers area veterinarians an opportunity to partner with the Society through the Society’s Veterinary Ambassadors program. This program…

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