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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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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at TAILS Humane Society

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Dutch/Satin

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

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
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

SAYv Animal Organization

Plainfield, IL 60586

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

Rottweiler/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Finch's adoption status with email updates.
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Finch

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Poplar Grove, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Los Angeles's adoption status with email updates.
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Los Angeles

Domestic Shorthair

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/English Bulldog

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

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Romeoville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Cupid's adoption status with email updates.
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Cupid

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 mos
Joliet, IL

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