Anderson Animal Shelter History

Anderson Animal Shelter was incorporated in 1966 as the Humane Society of North Central Illinois. In 1971 the doors of our building were opened on five acres of land in Kane County. In the 1980s the shelter received a generous donation from the Anderson Trust that prompted a name change.

Over the years the shelter has transitioned from a traditional community animal shelter to one of the most progressive humane societies of its kind. In 2001 an on-site veterinary clinic was added to provide health care for shelter animals and to assist in the goal of spaying/neutering all adopted dogs and cats before they leave the shelter. In 2003 the shelter opened a public low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinic. The shelter operates under a low-kill philosophy and is dedicated to eliminating the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals. Every adoptable animal at the shelter is cared for as long as it takes to locate a loving forever home.

Anderson Animal Shelter currently serves approximately 2,550 animals each year. We collaborate with public and private organizations and individuals to shelter, care for and promote the adoption of stray and unwanted companion animals. We advocate for the compassionate and humane treatment of these animals through direct care, humane education and community outreach programs. Anderson Animal Shelter adheres to the highest ethical standards, and is dedicated to creating a community environment that eliminates the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals.