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Adopt A Pet with WGN
Nadine Walmsley introduces two new pets available for adoption on WGN's Adopt a Pet Segment. More...
The Anti-Cruelty Society Urges Proper Pet Care for the Summer Season
Spending sunny days outdoors with our pets is something we all enjoy in the summer months, but with the official start of the season, hot and humid weather can be dangerous for your pets. The Anti-Cruelty Society provides simple pet care tips to help you and your pet stay safe during the hot summer months. More...
Ultimate Fight for Compassion, Anti-Violence/Anti-Dog Fight Event!
The Anti-Cruelty Society recognizes that prevalent violence in the community is affecting our youth more than ever before. With a mission of building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people, The Anti-Cruelty Society is partnering with the Chicago Public Schools Community Relations, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) Pit Bull Training Team and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) star Andrei “The Pit Bull” Arlovski to present the “Ultimate Fight for Compassion” Anti-Violence/Anti Dog Fight Event! More...
It's kitten season and you can help!
Every year, more than six thousand animals come into the Anti-Cruelty Society. But there aren't nearly enough volunteers to help care, nurture, and socialize many of the animals. Carissa Kranz tells us about the foster care program and introduces us to a Chicago woman who is helping, one animal at a time. More...
Puppy Mill Dog Update
We have had 77 puppy mill dogs adopted! These are adorable dogs, many of them have medical conditions, such as heart murmurs, luxating patellas (kneecap), and/or poor dental health due to improper diets. Many of these dogs will need extra care throughout their lives. The dogs have been living in conditions that did not provide proper socialization. More...
Animal Farm Foundation Grant
The Anti-Cruelty Society received a $500 Perfect Match Award from Animal Farm Foundation, Inc. thanks to the efforts of Michael Holmes and his best friend Eddie. The award will assist our Bully Buddy Adoption Program with making more perfect matches like Michael and Eddie. More...
Sick puppy rehabilitated, ready for family
Calvin, the mutt, is a dog. But he's got nine lives like a cat.The 5-month-old mixed breed puppy was supposed to be put to sleep two months ago. But now he has a lifetime of good days ahead. And is looking for a family. UPDATE: Calvin has been adopted! More...
Adorable Adoptables on WCIU
Poodles rescued recently from a puppy mill need your help! A whole bunch of the little guys are waiting patiently at the Anti-Cruelty Society for loving people to adopt them. More...
Tom Skilling showed off his new dog Madison
WGN’s Tom Skilling showed off his new dog Madison after he adopted the dog from The Anti-Cruelty. He gave us some fantastic press and was very proud to have adopted his dog from us. Please the clip at the link below. More...
Bark in the Park
Aly partied with all the pooches at the Anti-Cruelty Society’s annual Bark in the Park, an event that includes a 5-k dog walk, dog agility courses and plenty of family fun. More...
Road to adoption: Finishing School
Baxter the border collie was a bark-a-holic. But intensive training at Anti-Cruelty has lowered his voice and raised his chances for adoption. More...
Interview with Puppy Mill Poodles, Chicago
When I walked into the pre-op room, the large clean steel cages had two, three, and sometimes four puppy mill poodles and poodle crosses inside, all ready and waiting for their medical procedures. What was unexpected, almost shocking, was the silence. More...
Rescued Dogs Arrive In Chicago
While their faces are certainly cute, their life stories decidedly are not. Nearly 100 dogs, mostly designer breed puppies, arrived in Chicago Monday night for what is hopefully the beginning of a better life. More...
Puppies from Tenn. Mill arrive in Chicago
More than 80 puppies that were rescued from a puppy mill in Tennessee have been brought to Chicago to receive care from the Anti-Cruelty Society until suitable homes can be found. More...
Dozens of Dogs Rescued from Filth
A raid at a Tennessee puppy mill brings 100 dogs to Chicago. The Anti-Cruelty Society received the rescued dogs Monday evening. More...
About 100 rescued from a puppy mill in Tennessee and brought to Chicago.
A spokeswoman said some might be available for adoption by the end of the week, but others will take longer. More...
The Anti-Cruelty Society will receive 100 dogs that were rescued from a Puppy Mill in Sparta, Tennessee on April 23, 2010
The Humane Society of the United States was called in by the White County Sheriff's Department to lead the rescue of 221 dogs and two cats from a puppy mill in Sparta, Tennessee on April 23, 2010. These dogs (mostly small designer breeds) were being housed in unsanitary conditions and lacked proper socialization and medical care. More...
WGN's Adopt A Pet
The Anti-Cruelty Society was recently featured on WGN's Adopt A Pet Segment with Benly an amazing 11 year old cat and Cooper a very sweet 1-year-old dog. More...
Make a stand for shelter animals!
In conjunction with American Humane’s Be Kind To Animals Week® -- an annual event that commemorates the important role animals play in our lives and encourages children to treat animals humanely -- American Humane is sponsoring a “Lemonade for Shelter Aid” contest. More...
Bark in the Park on Saturday, May 1
Thousands of Chicago-area animal lovers will be high-tailing it to the 16th Anniversary Bark in the Park, Saturday, May 1, beginning at 9 a.m., at Chicago's Montrose Harbor. More...
They're cute -- till they rip your face off
Baby chimpanzees make adorable pets. You can dress them up and they'll jump into your arms. Full-grown chimpanzees make miserable pets, even dangerous ones. They can be as big as a man, are five times as strong, become aggressive with age and live to be 50. Last year, a 14-year-old chimp named Travis went berserk in Stamford, Conn., and ripped off a woman's face. Why, then, would anybody get a chimpanzee for a pet? More...
The Anti-Cruelty Society Announces Animal The Expressions Contest Winners
The Anti-Cruelty Society celebrates its birthday each year by awarding students that use their talents to spread compassion in their communities. The “Animal Expressions Young Artists Contest” culminated with a celebration on March 7th for the contest winners. More...
Emily Ledergerber, Manager of Marketing & Events discusses events on CAN TV 21
We have so many wonderful and creative events coming up including Paint Your Pet, Laugh Your Tail Off, Bark in the Park, Spike for Pets, and so many more...
The Anti-Cruelty Society Launches a Marathon Training Program
Chicago-area runners are encouraged to join our community of caring by running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on The Anti-Cruelty Society's new marathon training team. Runners have the opportunity to take advantage of extraordinary training program more...
Chicago Shelter Employs Array of Approaches to Spare Dogs
In the animal control world, the difference between numbers and names can signal a lot about chances for life or death. Naming is standard practice at one of the Midwest's most prominent so-called "no-kill" shelters more...
Four-Legged Fun and Fittness at Chicago's Dog-Friendly Areas
Chicago can be a heck of a town for man’s best friend, due in no small part to 15 parks and beaches that have truly gone to the dogs. Windy city canines and their human companions can access off-the-leash fun, exercise and socializing at any of 15 designated Chicago Park District “dog-friendly areas,” provided pooches have the required permits and tags. More...
Karen Okura our Discusses Animal Behavior and Training on CAN TV21
Tatiana Garrett interviews Karen Okura our Animal Behavior and Training Manager about common questions asked through our Free Behavior Hotline, Training tips, and more...
WCIU highlights our Aged to Perfection Program
WCIU, Chicago's dog television station ran a great segment on our Aged to Perfection program and demonstrated the importance of adopting older pets. More...
Dr. Tammy Schmitt discusses our veterinary services on CAN TV21
Emily Ledergerber, Manager of Marketing and Events interviews Dr. Tammy Schmitt about our low or no cost spay/neuter clinic and our charity veterinary clinic. More...
Microchips 101: What every pet owner needs to know
It’s about the size of a grain of rice, but it could mean the difference between never seeing your best friend again, or having him home for his dog chow by suppertime. More...
Animal Protection Group Arrives in Haiti to Help Homeless Pets
A coalition of animal protection groups has arrived in Haiti to aid animals imperiled by the devastating Jan. 12 earthquake. The team represents the Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti (ARCH), which was formed specifically to deal with the Haiti crisis and which includes both the AVMA and American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) as partners. More...
Tatiana Garrett Discusses our Humane Education Department on CAN TV21
Tatiana Garrett, Director of Community Outreach and Emily Ledergerber, Manager of Marketing and Events, discussed our new after school program and it's influence on our community of caring. The Anti-Cruelty Society hosts this interactive, call-in television program every Tuesday at 4:30p.m. More...
The Anti-Cruelty Society Provides Updates on the Haitian Earthquake Situation
The disaster in Haiti has us all concerned. We have posted information about the current situation and resources that may help. More...
Tamra Wagenknecht Discusses Adoptions and Receiving on CAN TV21
Tamra Wagenknecht, Director of Shelter Services and Emily Ledergerber, Manager of Marketing and Events, discussed our adoption and receiving programs on CAN TV21. The Anti-Cruelty Society hosts this interactive, call-in television program every Tuesday at 4:30p.m. More...
Bark in the Park Registration is now open!
Join us for our 16th annual walk (with or without your dog) to raise funds and awareness for The Anti-Cruelty Society. The 5k/3.2 walk steps off at 9a.m. on Saturday, May 1st at Montrose Harbor in Chicago. More...
Join The Anti-Cruelty Society's Marathon and Half Marathon Teams!
You can save lives and support The Anti-Cruelty Society while running for our Bank of America Chicago Marathon and Rock ‘n’ Roll Chicago Half Marathon teams. As a member of our team, you can accomplish your personal goals, while getting to know other animal-loving athletes, and becoming a part of our community of caring. More...
Dr. Robyn Outlines Our New Mission on CAN TV21
Dr. Robyn Barbiers, President of The Anti-Cruelty Society discussed our new mission and an overview of The Society on CAN TV21. The Anti-Cruelty Society will be hositing this interactive, call-in television program every Tuesday at 4:30p.m. More...
Our Newest CATpaign to Find Homes for More Cats
In an effort to find even more good homes for cats, we are pleased to present our newest CATpaign: Certified Pre-Owned CATS!
Become a happy home for a cat in need. If you adopt through this promotion you will receive 20% off your adoption fee. Certified Pre-Owned CATS is not limited to 1 cat. More....
Our CATpaigns ended January 31, 2010 and were very successful in helping us find loving homes for over 600 cats.
The HAPPY Act
CBS 2 News featured a story about the HAPPY Act and what people thought of this pet friend act going through Congress. More...
Jazz Nativity Adoption
Chicago 3 Media did a heartwarming story about Samson, a black lab who was recently adopted after attending the Saint Luke's Church Jazz Nativity. More...
Animal Expressions Young Artists Contest
The Anti-Cruelty Society is putting out a call to all young artists to help celebrate its 111th birthday, by promoting kindness and respect for animals! More...
2009 Annual Award Winners
The Anti-Cruelty Society, Chicago’s 110 year old comprehensive, open-door, humane society, has announced the individuals who will be honored at the awards ceremony to be held in conjunction with the Society’s annual meeting on Monday, December 7th. More....
Home for the Holidays!
Become a happy home for a cat in need. Our gift to you is a discounted adoption fee during this holiday season. Their gift to you is unconditional love forever! Discount adoption fee is $30 and is not limited to 1 cat. The offer begins Saturday, November 14th and ends December 31, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
H1N1 Flu Confirmed in Iowa Cat
A cat in Iowa has tested positive for the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, state officials confirmed, marking the first time a cat has been diagnosed with this strain of influenza. More....
The Anti-Cruelty Society's Holiday Cards are now available.
The Anti-Cruelty Society is offering holiday cards for the 2009 holiday season. They are $15 for each box of 12 cards/14 envelopes, plus shipping/handling & tax. All proceeds from the sale of these cards will benefit the life-saving programs of The Anti-Cruelty Society. For credit card orders, please call (312) 644-8338, ext. 307 and have your credit card ready. Cards can also be purchased at The Anti-Cruelty Society Store. To order by mail, click here to print the order form and then send your check or money order (made payable to The Anti-Cruelty Society) along with your completed form to: Caitlin Peters, The Anti-Cruelty Society, 157 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60654.
The Anti-Cruelty Society was featured in the Tribune
The Anti-Cruelty Society was featured in the October 25th Sunday Tribune. Take a look at article in the link below:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/family/chi-tc-fam-dog-choose-1022-1025oct25,0,2939922.story
Pet First Aid
Pet First Aid Press on WGN:
http://www.wgntv.com/news/coverstory/wgntv-cpr-pets-cover-story-sept3,0,4766225.story
Foreclosure, Evictions, and Pets Summit at The Anti-Cruelty Society
Summit Press:
http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/steve-dale-pet-world/2009/09/foreclosures-evictions-and-pets.html
The Anti-Cruelty Society's Humana Grant in the News
The Anti-Cruelty Society has been featured on a variety of news outlets for receiving the Humana grant. Here are the links:
Chicago Tribune:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-ap-il-animalsgrant,0,6877980.storyCBS:
http://cbs2chicago.com/wireapnewsil/Anti.cruelty.group.2.1161165.htmlKWQC
http://www.kwqc.com/Global/story.asp?S=11038750WQAD
http://www.wqad.com/news/sns-ap-il--animalsgrant,0,1400428.storyReuters:
http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS144825+31-Aug-2009+BW20090831Yahoo Finance:
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Humana-Awards-100000-Chicago-bw-2919289198.html?x=0&.v=1
After School Program
The Anti-Cruelty Society is now recruiting for our fall Teen Anti-Violence After-School Program. More...
Humana Grant
Recognizing that preventing animal cruelty creates healthier, happier communities, The Anti-Cruelty Society, Chicago’s comprehensive, open-admission, unlimited stay humane society, has received a $100,000 grant in the seventh annual Chicago Benefits program funded by Humana Inc. More...
Dr. Robyn on Steve Dale's Radio Show
Dr. Robyn was a panelist on Steve Dale’s Pet World. You can download his show here:
Share the Love Cat Campaign
The Anti-Cruelty Society is on a mission to find homes for over 500 cats through the Share the Love Cat Campaign (CATpaign). More...
Abuse Link Information
Studies have shown consistent patterns of animal abuse among perpetrators of child abuse, spousal abuse, and elder abuse.
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ACS featured on WGN Channel 9
See one of our wonderful dogs on the WGN Adopt-a-Pet segment from July 3rd. More...
Abused Dog featured on ABC 7 Chicago
Frank Mathie of ABC 7 came by to visit Buttons, an abused pup at ACS that's learning to be a happy dog again! More...
APDT tells how to prevent dog bites
As part of National Bite Prevention Week, the Association of Pet Dog Trainers recommends training using positive methods as a way to prevent dog bites. More...
ACS on WTTW Channel 11
Pet Issues were the focus on this segment of Chicago Tonight. Click HERE to view it!
Join The Anti-Cruelty Society on Facebook!
ACS now has an official page on Facebook. Come and join us! More...
Learn more about Parvovirus
The following link from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) provides facts about the virus. More...
Dog from ACS featured on ABC-7 News
A crew from ABC Channel 7 was at The Anti-Cruelty Society to learn more about the story of Brutus, a 100-pound bulldog currently up for adoption. More...
Cell Phone Recycling Program
Recycle your old cell phone, help save the envirnoment and raise funds for The Anti-Cruelty Society! More...
ACS offering Pet Loss and Grief Support Group
Anyone who considers a pet a beloved friend, companion, or family member knows the intense pain that accompanies the loss of that friend. For this reason, The Anti-Cruelty Society is now offering a Pet Loss and Grief Support Group. More...
ACS Introduces S.A.F.E. Program
The Anti-Cruelty Society offers help to pets and people in crisis. More...
Vehicle Donations
The Anti-Cruelty Society is now accepting vehicle donations. Vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, recreation vehicles, and/ or boats, can be in any condition. More...