A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3), no-kill humane society based in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. Our family of volunteers is dedicated to rescuing, fostering, and caring for homeless dogs and orphan cats while we find them their forever homes. We promote spay/neuter programs to help reduce pet overpopulation and work within communities throughout Illinois to assist and educate the public about responsible pet ownership.

We conduct cat and dog adoption events primarily in DuPage County, IL including Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Darien, Lombard, and Naperville.

Adopt a pet in DuPage County

Adopt

All animals deserve good homes. Find your new best friend from our dogs and cats available for adoption.
Cat and Dog Adoption Events Wheaton, IL

Visit

Come and meet our pets in person at an adoption event in the western suburbs of Chicago. See our upcoming events and pay us a visit.
Volunteer to rescue cats and dogs

Volunteer

Our generous and talented fosters and volunteers enable A.R.F. to save the lives of thousands of homeless cats and dogs. Join the team and make a difference.
Donate to save puppies and kittens

Donate

Your generous contribution could give the gift of a second chance to pets, many with life threatening medical conditions or injuries. A.R.F. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit.

News and Events

Jan 16

In Memory - Lucy

We recently got an email from an A.R.F. adopter. We'd like to share it because it is a sweet story that reminds us why we do this - to share the love of pets with the world like Lucy did for her family. Get your tissues ready....[more]

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Jan 15

Saving 21 Dogs from a Puppy Mill in Missouri

One of the ways that A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation saves lives is that we rescue pets from outside Northern Illinois where demand for adoptions is lower. We have volunteers that pick up pets from downstate Illinois or the lower...[more]

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