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ALIVE Rescue Animal rescue in Chicago, IL

ALIVE Rescue is a sustainable animal rescue group committed to protecting the lives and rights of animals. We believe that every animal has the right to a well-balanced, socialized and fulfilled life. We take on the responsibility to save, rehabilitate and place abandoned, abused and stray animals. Our rescue permanently houses and cares for the animals that cannot be placed into forever homes for the duration of their natural lives. We provide medical, behavioral and physical support for animals despite their age, health, and/or breed. At ALIVE Rescue, we promote sustainable living and care-giving by building awareness, appreciation and respect for all animals and the environment within our communities. We constantly work to educate the public on current animal issues, including the benefits of spaying/neutering pets.

Since our formation in 2008, ALIVE Rescue has rescued more than 1,600 animals in the Chicago area.

Contact Kristen Gerali
Address
PO Box 39111
Chicago, IL 60639
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Adoptable pets at ALIVE Rescue

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

Coonhound/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 mos
Chicago, IL
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Caitlyn

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 3 mos
Chicago, IL
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Milkshake

English Bulldog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs
Chicago, IL
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Barry

Domestic Mediumhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Cisco's adoption status with email updates.
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Cisco

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Seymour's adoption status with email updates.
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Seymour

Husky/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Caper's adoption status with email updates.
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Caper

Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 yrs
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Roger's adoption status with email updates.
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Roger

Cairn Terrier/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Chicago, IL

Rescue FAQs

ALIVE Rescue serves the city of Chicago and surrounding area.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

In order to qualify for ALIVE’s program all of the following steps must be met:

You must be at least 24 years of age and be able to provide ALIVE with proof of age.

Any current pets must be up to date on vaccinations, and be spayed/neutered. Exceptions to this will only be considered if proof of a medical explanation is provided.

If you currently rent, you must provide a landlord’s phone number and a copy of your executed lease.

All members of the family living in the home where the animal will be placed must be interviewed.

Applicant must live within 50 miles of Chicago if interested in adopting and within 10 miles of Chicago if interested in fostering.

Allow an ALIVE representative into your home for a visit to insure that your home is safe for the potential new dog or cat.

Be able and willing to spend the time and money necessary to provide training, medical treatment and proper care for a pet.

Adoption Donation Amounts:
Dogs over 6 months old: $325
Dogs under 6 months old: $400
Dogs over 7 years old: $150
Rabbits: $150
Cats: $175
If you are adopting a bonded pair, the adoption donation will be as reflected above, but as a buy one, get one free.

We require a $75 training deposit at the time of adopting a dog. You will be required to enroll and complete a training class with your new dog at one of our approved training facilities within 3 months of adoption in order for the deposit to be refunded.

Adoption application

http://www.aliverescue.org/adoption-application

Pets at shelters & rescues near ALIVE Rescue

Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue

2303 Oak Leaf Street,
Joliet, IL 60436

Tails of the Forgotten Paws Inc

East Dundee, IL 60118

Saved and Trained!

1538 W.Henderson L2,
Chicago, IL 60657

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Gary, IN
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Dijon

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Chicago, IL
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Froot Loop

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
South Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Ida B. Wells's adoption status with email updates.
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Ida B. Wells

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Hammond, IN
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Manhattan

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Wheaton, IL

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