SAFE (Temporary Emergency Housing)

Leave this page now The SAFE program is currently full, but you are welcome to reach out to receive information about other resources   Recognizing that there is a need for emergency sheltering of pets, Anti-Cruelty has established the SAFE program. Providing free care to approved applicants,…

Rhett Lindsay

Rhett Lindsay is the Vice President of Mission Advancement and serves as the Chief Advancement Officer and Chief Marketing Officer, overseeing fundraising, marketing and public relations.  Rhett joined Anti-Cruelty with more than 15 years’ experience in fundraising and communications in the…

Resources

Resources We love our animals and so do you! One of our goals is to provide you with the information you may need to provide the best care for your own animal. Pick up some tips about the best dog parks in Chicago or learn about pet-friendly housing or pet loss support. Check our a host of other…

Report Abuse

Field Service Helpline Our Field Services department investigates claims of suspected animal abuse or negligent treatment all around Chicago. We are committed to ensuring that owners are aware of, and in full compliance with their legal obligations for the animals in their care (found in the…

Reducing Stress for your Cat

Depending on your cat’s needs, there are several feline enrichment activities that could benefit them. Adult cats benefit greatly from 30 minutes of play time per day. Kittens need a bit more activity, about 45-60 minutes per day. Just like…

Recent Media

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Recent Adoptions

Reading Your Pet’s Body Language

Dogs and cats have their own ways of telling us what’s going on. Here are some common behaviors from our furry friends that will help us better understand their needs. Dogs: YAWNING. We may think it’s cute and that they’re telling…

Reading Buddies

A Drop-In Activity for All Ages Reading Buddies is a drop-in reading activity for all ages! Visitors can bring their own book, or use one of ours, to help pets relax in a busy shelter environment. This activity is best suited for small groups and families of no more than 3 people.   Anti-Cruelty…

It’s Raining…Kittens!

Caring for a very young, orphaned kitten is so important but it is a lot of work. Humans must step into the role the mother cat would normally play: feeding them every few hours, cleaning them up, and teaching them…

Rabies and Pets

Rabies is a preventable viral disease that affects mammals and is usually transmitted to people through a bite or scratch from an infected animal. The virus attacks the nervous system, and by the time that visible signs appear, the disease is usually fatal. Over the last 100 years, rabies…

Rabbit Supply List

Supplies to Get Started: Housing Roomy cage avoid a wire bottom Litter-box (in cage) Pellet bowl Water bottle Toys (plastic baby toys that they can chew, toss and carry are best) Animal carrier Running Space Indoors Bunny-proofed room(s) Litter-box Toys (chew and dig) Outdoors: to be supervised…

Rabbit Personalities and Lifespan

Rabbit Personalities & Lifespan Rabbit personalities vary greatly from one rabbit to the next even among littermates. Rabbits can be silly, timid, shy, curious, and high spirited regardless of sex or breed type. They show affection in characteristic ways; choosing to sit near you, climbing on…

Rabbit Housing

Rabbits are pets; therefore, they are emotionally and socially dependent upon people. They require a safe and secure environment in which to thrive and should be housed in an indoor environment where they can interact with family members.  Here are some tips on the right housing for your rabbit…

Rabbit Exercise

Just like you should exercise every day, so should your bunny! Exercise time can be a wonderful bonding opportunity where you can play with your bunny. Your rabbit will also benefit by playing alone and you can encourage her by giving her an exercise space that is interesting and stimulating.…

Rabbit Communications

Your new bunny will not bark or meow, but she will be able to communicate her moods and intentions quite clearly. Communication between two species takes time and patience as both parties learn to speak a new language. The following sounds and actions will aid you in learning "rabbit talk" and…

Quick Links

Quick Links Jump right in! We have so much great information to share that we hope you will search through the site but sometimes, you just want to go right to the page. Here are our most popular links on our website. Use our quick links for extra quick access. You're welcome…

It’s puppy time: Puppy Palooza!

Monday, NOV. 26 and FRIDAY, NOV. 30 Join us on Monday, November 26 and Friday, November 30 from noon to 1:30 p.m. for a Puppy Palooza! For a $5 donation, spend 15 minutes during your lunch break playing and snuggling puppies! Pre-registration is…

Puppy Socialization

Like babies, puppies are not born understanding the world and how to behave. It is up to us to help them flourish and develop into friendly and confident companions. Well-socialized puppies are more likely to grow up to be friendly adult dogs who are easy to handle and not overly frightened or…

Puppy Palooza

Join us on Wednesday, June 27th and Friday, June 29th for a Puppy Palooza! For a $5 donation, spend 15 minutes during your lunch break playing and snuggling puppies! 

Puppy Palooza

Puppy Palooza is a fun, puppy-filled hour hosted in Anti-Cruelty's Training Center located at 157 W. Grand Ave. The puppies attending Puppy Paloozas are litters we are raising at AC and are in need of socialization. For a $5 donation, you can spend 15 minutes playing with puppies! You’re helping…

Puppy Nipping

Visit the Anti-Cruelty site for more information. It’s not always easy to convince puppies and young dogs not to bite the hand that feeds them, pets them, or even plays with them for that matter. Puppies use their mouths and their needle-sharp teeth to play, chew, and investigate. When puppies…

Pup Portraits and Pawpsicles Event

June was Chicago dog month, but we're here for Chicago Dog Summer! Help us celebrate these medium to large-sized canines in a fun way! Join Anti-Cruelty as we create easy-to-make Chicago Dog portraits and "pawpsicles" for these special dogs. Hang your portrait in our Chicago Dog Gallery and provide…

Pup Parade

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…

Pulling

Walking a dog who excessively pulls is certainly no “walk in the park.” Tugging and holding your dog back won’t help as a dog’s natural response to pressure is to push into it; the harder you pull, the harder they pull too. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways and tools to help you maintain…