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South Suburban Humane Society Animal shelter in Matteson, IL

The South Suburban Humane Society is a 501(c )(3) organization that was started in 1970, serving the animal welfare needs of the entire south suburbs of Chicago. In the beginning, we handled all rescues, adoptions and provided foster care out of private homes. Since November 1973, our organization has been operating a 10,000 square foot open-door animal shelter in Chicago Heights, Illinois.

For over fifty years, our organization has helped tens of thousands of animals. We offer extensive outreach programs including humane education, and community outreach events. We also operate a resale shop located in Steger, Illinois that promotes our organization, our animals and provide much needed income to support our humane work.

The Mission of the South Suburban Humane Society is to protect and promote the well being of pets and their people in our community and beyond.

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21800 Central Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
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21800 Central Ave

Matteson, IL 60443

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Adoptable pets at South Suburban Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Smoosh's adoption status with email updates.
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Smoosh

Shar Pei/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Joni's adoption status with email updates.
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Joni

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Noodles's adoption status with email updates.
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Noodles

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Grey Pete's adoption status with email updates.
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Grey Pete

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Hedwig's adoption status with email updates.
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Hedwig

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Payton's adoption status with email updates.
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Payton

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Abby's adoption status with email updates.
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Abby

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Samson's adoption status with email updates.
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Samson

American Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Matteson, IL

Shelter FAQs

Our shelter services the south Chicagoland area. We adopt animals region wide, as adopters have come to us from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Indiana.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

SSHS requires:
All adopters must be 18 years of age.

Kittens under 6 months of age: $100
Cats over 6 months of age: $25
Puppies under 6 months of age: $200
Dogs over 6 months of age $50


Your generous donation to the South Suburban Humane Society allows us to carry on our mission of helping those animals who need us most.

Adoption donations include first shots, first worming, microchip, spay or neuter, complimentary vet visit with a partner vet clinic, a personalized name tag and a wonderful pet.

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We'll also keep you updated on BLOSSOM's adoption status with email updates.
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BLOSSOM

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 11 mos
Chicago Ridge, IL
We'll also keep you updated on ANGIE's adoption status with email updates.
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ANGIE

Rottweiler

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Chicago Ridge, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Lacy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lacy

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Morton Grove, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Nali's adoption status with email updates.
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Nali

Collie/Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Dinkie's adoption status with email updates.
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Dinkie

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Elk Grove Village, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Annabella's adoption status with email updates.
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Annabella

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Chicago, IL

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