Welcome to the Anti-Cruelty Society

The Anti-Cruelty Society is Chicago's oldest and largest, comprehensive, open-admission humane society. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, The Anti-Cruelty Society has been helping pets and educating people since 1899. Learn More

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Adoption Hours

You Can Adopt from Us Seven Days a Week

We are open for adoptions Monday through Friday from Noon-7 p.m. Saturday & Sunday Noon-5 p.m.

WE ARE OPEN FOR RECEIVING ANIMALS 365 DAYS A YEAR.

Parking Hours

We have free parking in our garage! Enter on Wells St. just south of Grand Ave.

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