Guinea Pig Behavior

Guinea pigs are usually very expressive, vocal animals that will whistle or grunt when they’re excited, and squeak with delight when they see their favorite people enter the room. They are generally gentle and not prone to biting, but they will nip at threatening animals or people that are…

Group Programs

Group Programs Are you planning a service day with your work colleagues? Do you have a group of adults with a passion for pets who want to help? Whether for a personal group outing or corporate event, there are many ways in which outside groups can get involved with our community of caring! Learn…

Grooming Your Rabbit

Rabbits groom each other and you, if you are lucky! They groom each other for cleanliness and also to show affection. Grooming your rabbit is a wonderful time to bond and is also necessary for your rabbit's health and wellbeing. There are four different types of grooming to consider. Coat Care…

Good Pet Tenant: A Workshop

Join Anti-Cruelty for our Good Pet Tenant workshop, and learn how to navigate Chicago's competitive pet-friendly housing market. This workshop is an additional learning opportunity under our Open Door Housing campaign, a pet-friendly initiative to make Chicago a more welcoming community for people…

#givingtuesdaynow

Supporting Neighbors in Need   Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Anti-Cruelty expanded the Friends Who Care program, which provides a one-time care package of pet food and treats for pets whose owners have been impacted by the virus. On the first day, we received 4,000 applications for this program.…

Giving Tuesday 2023

You can help Anti-Cruelty protect and rescue vulnerable animals. Make a difference this Giving Tuesday, November 28. When you donate, you’ll instantly double your impact on Giving Tuesday thanks to generous support from the board of directors who are matching every Giving Tuesday donation up to a…

Giving Tuesday

  Giving Tuesday Match: Give Now to DOUBLE your impact Thank you for giving and spreading the word! Just save this image above to your phone or computer to share on social media.   When you donate, you’ll…

Friends Who Care

Friends Who Care is designed to keep senior citizens and their pets together. Through this initiative, Anti-Cruelty facilitates the delivery of pet care kits directly to the homes of individuals who are elderly, homebound, and ailing using a third-party vendor. Originally launched in partnership…

Foster Resources

Resources Thank you for choosing to be a foster with Anti-Cruelty. The love and support you show to the animals in your care changes lives. The resources below have been designed to help you navigate the program with greater ease. Please do not hesitate to contact the Foster Support Team at any…

Foster FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions Can I join the foster program if I have pets or children at home…

Foster Candidates

Foster Candidates Click on the banners below to see a list of shelter animals who are currently looking for foster care. Animals are listed in three categories: dogs needing foster, cats needing foster, and kittens needing foster (this includes moms with kittens to care for!). Click the yellow…

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Foster Adoption Form

 

Foster

Anti-Cruelty’s Foster Program provides a vital lifeline to help provide special accommodations for some of the animals in our care. The individual love and care of a foster parent gives a pet the opportunity to flourish in a home environment where they can grow and thrive before continuing their…

Foster

For the Love of Pets

Show Love and Appreciation to Pets Welcome! Whether or not you have pets, there are tons of ways to show your love and appreciation for your furry friends. This page will give you some great ideas to get you started, as well as provide fun activities for animal lovers of all kinds. After you’ve…

For Teachers

For Teachers Anti-Cruelty loves teachers! We work together with teachers to foster empathy and compassion while inspiring the animal care professionals of the future. There are lots of ways that Anti-Cruelty can help teachers that are creating a community of caring.   Education Presentations All…

For Parents and Educators

Educational Topics for Empathy and Compassion Looking for something fun and educational to do with your child? Searching for ways to inspire your family to connect with animals? Look no further! Below you will find a variety of educational topics that will help you guide your child toward a life…

Flea and Tick Preparedness

Fleas and ticks are common external parasites that affect many pets. Although they are common, these pests can be dangerous and put your furry friend at serious risk if left untreated. Fleas can carry serious diseases which may be harmful to your pet. Ticks, too, can cause serious effects including…

Find a Veterinarian

Find a Veterinarian One of the best ways to ensure a long and happy life for your pet is to establish a relationship with a veterinarian. Anti-Cruelty recommends visiting your veterinarian within the first few weeks of adopting your new family member to discuss your pet’s health needs and to start…

Field Trip

Educational Programs Anti-Cruelty offers a number of different educational programs and presentations that are all a part of our organization’s mission to create a community of caring by helping pets and educating people. While each of these programs is designed to work as a one-time educational…

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

  Thank you for considering welcoming this special cat into your home. This fact sheet will help to answer any questions you may have about this condition. What is FIV? Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is an infection with a retrovirus and is only found in cats – humans, dogs, and other…

Feline Enrichment

Feline enrichment is a great way to reduce your cat’s stress and boredom. Like puzzles do for us, feline enrichment offers your cat the opportunity to exercise her brain while also having fun.  Feline enrichment can help with a wide variety of behavioral issues including destruction, inter-cat…

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot!

Here are some tips to help you and your pet beat the heat this summer! Be aware of humidity—high humidity makes it difficult for dogs to keep themselves cool, leading to overheating and internal temperatures skyrocket quickly. To cool your…

Feeding Your Guinea Pig

Timothy hay, which, along with fresh, clean water, should be made available to a guinea pig at all times, as this is the basis (approximately 80%) of their diet. Hay helps keep the guinea pig’s teeth short and their gastrointestinal tracts working efficiently. In addition to hay, guinea pigs…