Chicago Marathon participant Sarah Bohan had her sights set on a personal record before a kitten rescue changed her entire strategy.
Smith, who was appointed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker in 2019, will leave his role at the end of the year amid criticism of his performance.
Adoption fees will be waived Saturday at Chicago Animal Care and Control.
More than 30 dogs will arrive today from Texas.
Sunday, February 12 from 12:30 – 3 pm
The Bissell Pet Foundation is sponsoring reduced fees at several shelters for the next 11 days.
A total of 36 beagles that officials said were in an abusive setting are being cared for and will be put up for adoption by a local shelter.
Five boats containing goats employed by Commonwealth Edison cruised the Chicago River Wednesday.
The company will also donate $5 to the Anti-Cruelty Society for every dog that comes aboard.
The event will take place at Soldier Field.
The event is meant to help clear out the shelter as much as possible to make room for all the incoming kittens and puppies.
The 8-month-old Australian cattle dog-Chihuahua mix from the Anti-Cruelty Society hopes to make a run at MVP in the annual competition.
KONKOL COLUMN: Help this stray dog that wandered on to my front porch find its way back home — or into yours.
Donations made in the name of the former TV star totaled more than $123,000 for two local animal shelters honoring the late TV comedian.
Our annual roundup of pets reluctantly clad in festive sweaters, light-up garland and reindeer antlers keeps the holiday magic alive.
Survey of Pet Owners, Undercover Shopping Reveal Many Great Options in the Area
A rabid bat was found on the 5900 block of North Magnolia Avenue Friday afternoon. Police said pets should be leashed and kept close by.
The cutest pups in Illinois are on display in honor of National Dog Day 2021.
National Dog Day is Aug. 26. Find out how to get your pooch's picture shared in a Patch story.
Many pets that were adopted during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic are now being returned to Illinois animal shelters.
A celebration of our four-legged friends featuring pet-friendly activities, vendors, treats and more.
These Illinois pets are exceedingly adorable in red, white and blue. Find out how to feature your pet too!
See how to share a picture of your pet in their most festive getup for an upcoming article.
A bird that appears to be a macaw was stuck on a window ledge in Chicago's Loop on Sunday evening. Its rescue drew a crowd of onlookers.
Puppy mills supplied the increased demand for puppies in Illinois — and that put some dogs at greater risk, the Humane Society says.
Upon their arrival in Chicago from China, the dogs will be divided among RAGOM's rescue groups and sent to fosters.
As protesters tore through the city Saturday, The Anti-Cruelty Society building in downtown had five of its windows broken and graffitied.
Virtual Training Classes are available in group and one-on-one sessions.
Chicago Animal Care and Control (CACC) had no adoptable dogs over the weekend for the first time ever.
The cutest sports rivalry on TV, Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl on Feb. 2, Super Bowl Sunday features a pooch from Illinois.
Scentsational Pets introduces odor neutralizing spray for pets, this multi-use spray clears the air
Traveling this holiday season? Make sure your pet will be safe and happy while you're away by choosing a top-rated kennel.
The shelter is extending its hours this weekend in an effort to boost adoptions and save animals' lives.
See where your pooch’s name stands.
The nation’s favorite dog breed doesn’t reign supreme in Chicago, a new ranking shows.
PAWS Chicago says two vans from Nala’s New Life Rescue in Palm City, Florida, arrived in Chicago on Friday morning.
Volunteers from PAWS Chicago drove to Florida to pick up as many as 50 dogs and cats.
It's been almost one month since the Humboldt Park Gator was relocated to Florida. Here's what he's been up to.
"I don't think anyone will truly 'get' me besides the wonderful people of Chicago," the alligator said after he was captured Tuesday.
"I've been here; I've just been waiting for you all to find me," the 4-foot alligator said Thursday.