Adopt a Pet Today!

Meet Our Furry Friends

We have a variety of dogs and cats looking for their forever homes. Come meet them and find your perfect match!

Volunteer Opportunities

Want to make a difference in the lives of animals? We're always looking for dedicated volunteers to help with daily tasks and events.

Donate to Kay's Animal Shelter, Inc.

Your donation helps us provide food, shelter, and medical care to our animals. Every little bit helps!

Adoption Process

Interested in adopting? Here's what you need to know about our adoption process and requirements.

Upcoming Events

Check out our calendar of events to see what's happening at Kay's Animal Shelter, Inc. and how you can get involved.

Success Stories

Read about some of the happy endings that have come out of Kay's Animal Shelter, Inc.. Adopted pets and their new families share their stories.

About Us

Our History

Kay's Animal Shelter is a not-for-profit organization that first opened in 1953 in Morton Grove. In 1962 the shelter moved to our current location in Arlington Heights. We are one of the oldest shelters in Northern Illinois. For over 72 years we have rescued and found loving homes for countless pets. With your generous support we will continue our life-saving work.

Our Pets

We usually have dogs, cats, kittens, and mixed breed puppies for adoption. Most of our puppies come from mothers that got bred accidentally, so most of the time we only know the breed of one parent. We do not buy animals from breeders. All of our pets are provided with spay/neuter, vaccinations, and dewormings. Dogs are tested for heartworm when age appropriate. Cats and kittens are tested for feline leukemia and FIV. All are microchipped. We also provide any other vet care needed while in our care.