Author: Danielle Spence

Each Thursday, CBS Chicago features an animal rescue organization in the Chicago area. Watch Vicki and Natalie talk about the rescue, A.R.F’s mission, and how to get involved here. For more information on how to adopt or get involved with A.R.F please visit our website.

Prospective pet parents sometimes ask how A.R.F. sets adoption fees for our beloved dogs and cats. Numerous factors go into determining these fees and they can vary from animal to animal, as each pet is unique. Some factors include breed, health, age and availability status. Below, we will explore how each factor affects adoption fees. […]

Spring is upon us, and if you checked in at the beginning of the year, you and your dog might have been having fun learning new tricks and working on patience. If you find yourself here for the first time, you can look back at the January post, “New Year, ‘New Dog.” This time, we […]

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Shane C. We are well into January of 2024 and if you have already abandoned your resolutions (no judgements), it is not too late to pick up something else. Perhaps you are still on track, going strong, and want to add something else in. If you have a dog at home […]

In the spirit of the season, we at A.R.F. want to share a snapshot of what 2023 has brought to the foundation. First up: the animals! There have been 1,210+ adoptions this year, which is amazing. Over 860 cats and 350 dogs have found forever homes. Next, we’ve had approximately 150 volunteers donate their time […]

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Shane C. Snow is falling as I write this and I have accepted winter is closing in. By the time you read this, the snow will have surely melted. Regardless, Mother Nature waits for no one and your dogs will still want to go on a walk rain or shine; or […]

In case you missed it, CBS featured A.R.F a day after rescuing a group of puppies from Texas. Each Thursday, CBS Chicago features an animal rescue organization in the Chicago area. Watch Claire and Sandy talk about the rescue, A.R.F’s mission, and how to get involved here. For more information on how to adopt or […]

Written by A.R.F. Volunteer, Hannah D. In this season of gratitude, we can all agree on one thing: pets deserve to celebrate with us! They provide us entertainment, companionship, and their own kind of love. Whether your pet keeps you active with their energy or makes you laugh with their antics, this is the best […]

Everyone develops social skills at different rates. Dogs function the same way. They have their comforts, fears and behavioral tendencies when faced with a new experience. So, what is the best way to socialize your dog? The information below shows a few steps for dogs of all ages. The key to success in these steps […]

Animals in DuPage County now have increased protection from cruelty. In August, an amendment to Public Act 103-0490, also known as the Humane Care for Animals Act, added further, stricter guidelines for the care of animals and stricter punishments for owners in violation.  The Humane Care for Animals Act amendment ensures proper treatment, protection, shelter, […]