Rescue organizations

Red Door Animal Shelter

Chicago, IL

Red Door Animal Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill shelter committed to helping animals in need, with a primary focus on cats, dogs, and rabbits.

Starfish Animal Rescue

Home-based / foster network — serves the Plainfield, IL area

Starfish Animal Rescue rescues animals from high-kill shelters and provides transportation to secure, non-kill establishments while promoting responsible pet ownership and addressing pet overpopulation.

Tails Together Co

Evanston, IL

Tails Together strengthens animal welfare in Chicago and the North Shore by connecting animals, organizations, and communities through collaboration, compassionate care, and accessible education. They work as both a rescue organization and support partner alongside Chicago Animal Care and Control an

The Anti-Cruelty Society

Chicago, IL

The Anti-Cruelty Society is a private, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit shelter and rescue organization in Chicago dedicated to providing care, adoption services, foster programs, and community support for animals in need.

West Suburban Humane Society

Downers Grove, IL

A 501(c)(3) humane society dedicated to adoption, rescue, and animal welfare. The organization provides adoption services, foster programs, volunteer opportunities, and humane education to help animals find homes and receive quality care.

Will County Humane Society

Shorewood, IL

Will County Humane Society is a no-kill shelter dedicated to caring for homeless pets and finding them loving forever homes through adoption, fostering, and community support.

Evanston Animal Shelter

Evanston, IL

Temporarily closed

Evanston's only open-admission, no-kill shelter providing safety, care, and homes for hundreds of dogs and cats annually. Operated by the Evanston Animal Shelter Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.