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TAILS Humane Society Animal shelter in DeKalb, IL

Our mission: Saving the lives of companion animals through rescue, adoption and spay/neuter; advocating for pets in our region.

TAILS Humane Society is a limited admission animal shelter providing a safe haven for almost 2,400 animals each year. We are committed to providing each animal the time and medical care they need to have their best chance at adoption.

TAILS was established in 1999 by a group of local animal advocates dedicated to bringing a comprehensive animal shelter to DeKalb. We operated out of an old farmhouse until 2005 when we cut the ribbon on our Barber Greene facility. In 2009, we opened our low cost Spay/Neuter Clinic providing quality, affordable sterilization services to the public. We continue to grow and strengthen our programs and service as we continue to save lives.

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2250 Barber Greene Road
DeKalb, IL 60115
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2250 Barber Greene Road

DeKalb, IL 60115

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Adoptable pets at TAILS Humane Society

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Benedict's adoption status with email updates.
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Benedict

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Naomi's adoption status with email updates.
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Naomi

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Senior
DeKalb, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Beatrice's adoption status with email updates.
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Beatrice

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Senior
DeKalb, IL

Shelter FAQs

Chicagoland area

Additional adoption info

Here’s what to expect when you arrive at TAILS:

A staff member will ask you what sort of pet you are looking for and then will provide you with information about specific pets that appear to be a good fit for your family, taking into consideration such factors as: kids, level of activity, your pet experience, other animals currently in the home, etc. You will be encouraged to interact with the pet or pets of your choice in a private visiting room. We believe that bringing a new pet into your home is an important decision so you’ll have plenty of time to make your decision without feeling rushed. Staff and volunteers will be available throughout this time to answer any questions you may have. Once you’ve made your choice, an adoption counselor will review the adoption contract with you.

You’ll pay the adoption fee. Then you’ll take your new family member home with you!

An animal can be put on hold in person at the TAILS facility during regular adoption hours.

Pets at shelters & rescues near TAILS Humane Society

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145E Sayton Rd,
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P.O.Box 1581,
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We'll also keep you updated on Mr. Rodgers's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. Rodgers

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 12 yrs 10 mos
Crystal Lake, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Valen's adoption status with email updates.
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Valen

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Morton Grove, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Luna ZB*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Luna ZB*

Husky/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Rosemont, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Layna's adoption status with email updates.
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Layna

Calico

Female, 1 yr
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chili Mango's adoption status with email updates.
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Chili Mango

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Plainfield, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Oscar's adoption status with email updates.
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Oscar

English Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Genoa, IL

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