Wellness Fairs bring the Anti-Cruelty Care Clinic straight to Chicagoland communities!
Our Wellness Fair events aim to provide a comprehensive veterinary experience without having to make the trip to our River North clinic. Free services include:
- Physical Exams
- Core Vaccines: Rabies, DHPP (Distemper), and Leptospirosis
- Microchipping
- Referrals to other Anti-Cruelty programming
- Sign-up for free Spay/Neuter surgery
Helpful Information:
- We will begin seeing pets and their families for services starting at 11 AM. Please do not arrive earlier than 8:30 AM. Anti-Cruelty will arrive by 9:30 AM and will provide numbers to clients standing in line. Once you receive a number, you will be welcome to move around with your dog.
- Please be sure to keep your pup on a leash, no matter how well-trained. If you need a new leash, just let an Anti-Cruelty staff member or volunteer know!
- If we run out of spaces at our event, please check in with us so we can refer you to our next fair, or another fair that is happening soon in Cook County.
- Many of our events involve waiting outside due to the volume of families present. Some events are completely outdoors! Please dress for the weather, come with a lawn chair, and bring any items that will help you stay comfortable while waiting. We will do our best to provide a comfortable environment as well.
- There will be a lot of dogs present at this event! Please be mindful of not interacting with other pets without express permission from the pet’s owner. Many dogs will feel more stressed than usual at an event like this, give yourself and your dog some grace if you are feeling tense.
- We are here to help! Let us know if you have any questions or concerns throughout the event.
2025 Wellness Fairs:
4/5/25
River Grove American Legion
8664 Grand Ave, River Grove, IL 60171
5/3/25
Phalanx Family Services
837 W 119th St, Chicago, 60643
5/17/25
Melrose Park Civic Center
1000 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160
6/14/25
5th District Police Station
727 East 111th St, Chicago, 60628
8/23/25
CAT ONLY WELLNESS FAIR, Canine Therapy Corps
3918 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, 60647
9/13/25
5th District Police Station
727 East 111th St, Chicago, 60628
9/27/25
CICS Prairie School
11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
10/18/25
Canine Therapy Corps
3918 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, 60647