Since 1966
Bringing people & animals together for good.
Our History
For more than half a century, Anderson Humane has been a place of refuge and second chances for thousands of animals and the people who love them.
Animals and people together are better.
A one-of-a-kind animal welfare organization, Anderson Humane focuses on creating and supporting mutually beneficial relationships between people and animals. Current programming such as our Adoption Program, Military Veterans Program, and Healing Paws Pet Therapy Program create positive, impactful connections between people and animals, improving the lives of both. We offer services in partnership with human-service organizations throughout our community, maximizing impact and changing lives for the better.
Anderson Humane is a resource for pet owners, providing information and services to provide better care for their pets. Services such as our Low-Cost Vaccination, Dental, and Spay/Neuter Clinics offer affordable veterinary care options, preventing owners from having to give up their pets simply because they can’t afford care. We offer programs to keep pets in homes, such as a pet food pantry, affordable pet training options, and temporary housing for pets when families are in crisis.
What Drives Us
Our Mission:
To champion the welfare of animals and improve the lives of people through programs that create mutually beneficial human-animal connections, inspiring kindness and respect throughout our community.
Our Vision:
A humane world for people and animals.
Our Guiding Principles
RESPECT.
We believe that all people and animals have value and are worthy of respect.
PROTECT.
We believe it is our responsibility to protect animals and to preserve relationships between people and animals that improve the wellbeing of both.
CONNECT.
We recognize that people who experience positive interactions with animals and nature are happier, healthier, and have greater empathy and respect for others.
Funding for this website provided by Forefront - the Mission Sustainability Initiative.
Anderson Humane is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit recognized by the IRS. FE #: 36-6164626 Copyright © 2025 by Anderson Humane.
Anderson Humane
1000 S. La Fox Street
South Elgin, IL 60177
(847) 697-2880
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Text (224) 346-9747