Anti-Cruelty Society, The (SPCA of Illinois)
510 N. Lasalle Chicago, Illinois 60610About this shelter
Anti-Cruelty Society, The (SPCA of Illinois) in Chicago, IL
The Anti-Cruelty Society (SPCA of Illinois) is a humane society located in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County, where 70 other animal shelters and rescues also operate; the organization sits about 2 miles south of Chicago. It is a private, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to an open door philosophy that provides care and compassion for any animal in need. Its work spans adoption, a wellness and spay/neuter clinic, foster care, and pet owner support services, backed by more than 650 volunteers who contribute over 50,000 hours each year. The Society relies on donor generosity to fund its mission of caring for and protecting animals in the Chicago area.
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Adopting from this shelter
Adoption process
Adopters must be 18 or older, and Anti-Cruelty offers drop-in, same-day adoptions with a personalized adoption consultation to match adopters with a pet, followed by an adoption package including medical care and starter supplies; a Match Guarantee allows returns within 30 days for a refund.
- Service area
- Chicagoland
- County
- Cook County
- Animals served
- Dogs, Cats & Other Animals
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