Welcome to the Anti-Cruelty Society
The Anti-Cruelty Society is a comprehensive, open door animal shelter, and one of the largest humane societies in the country. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, The Anti-Cruelty Society has been helping animals since 1899. Learn More
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Join our community of caring by running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon with The Anti-Cruelty Society's new Marathon Training Team. More News
Adoption Hours
You Can Adopt from Us Seven Days a Week
We are open for adoptions Monday through Friday from 12:00 noon - 7:00 pm.
Saturday & Sunday adoption hours: 12:00 noon -5:00 pm
Parking Hours
We have free parking in our garage! Enter on Wells St. just south of Grand Ave.







(312) 644-8338