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ACS warns of pet risks during 4th of July Celebrations

With the Fourth of July holiday upon us, that pets and fireworks don’t mix. More...

Artist Kate Holmes Raises Funds For Animals in Need

The Anti-Cruelty Society and artist Kate Holmes have come together to benefit animals in need. 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...

ACS Receives Puppy Mill Dogs from Tennesee Raid

The Anti-Cruelty Society received 20 puppies from dogs that were rescued from the February 11, 2009 ASPCA puppy mill raid in White County, Tennessee. More...

Dealing with the Dog Days of Summer

The Anti-Cruelty Society offers tips for keeping your pets cool this summer.  More...

Bark in the Park T-Shirts now on sale!

Get a Bark in the Park t-shirt for yourself or your dog.  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...

Registration for Animal Explorer Camp is now open!

The Anti-Cruelty Society's Summer Camp program is now open for registration!  Act now as spots fill very quickly!  More...

ACS on WTTW Channel 11

 Pet Issues were the focus on this segment of Chicago Tonight.  Click HERE to view it!

It was a Bark to Remember!

 Bark in the Park 15 was one for the ages!  Fantastic weather and a strong turnout made it one of our best ones ever!  Watch coverage of the event:

ABC-7 @ Bark in the Park 15!

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...

Jewel Shop & Share Days for The Anti-Cruelty Society

Shop at your local Jewel-Osco and help the animals of ACS! More...

Peanut Butter Recall & Your Pets

It has been brought to our attention that Petsmart is recalling one of their products, due to the Salmonella outbreak. Please refer to the links below regarding the recall.

CDC's website:

http://www.cdc.gov/socialmedia/

AVMA's website:

http://www.avma.org/aa/petsmart_recall_090121.asp

FDA's website:

http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/salmonellatyph.html

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...

View Video of ACS Birthday Celebration!

The Anti-Cruelty Society celebrated its 109th Birthday and opened a NEW Cat Clinic! 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...

Events

The Anti-Cruelty Society is more than just a wonderful place from which to adopt an animal. We hold a wide variety of events throughout the year. Click on the Events link to see what we have in store. If you ever have any questions about any of our events, please feel free to call us at (312) 644-8338 or send an e-mail to info@anticruelty.org. As always, thank you for your support.