Evanston Animal Shelter
Giving Second Chances
The Evanston Animal Shelter is committed to providing companion animals the best chance at the life they deserve. We work tirelessly to ensure every dog and cat in our care receives the support and love they need to thrive.
Our Mission
Operated by the Evanston Animal Shelter Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we serve as Evanston’s only open-admission, no-kill shelter. We believe in providing rehabilitation, foster care, and community support to ensure pets stay with the people who love them.
How We Care
Our shelter operates through a blend of dedicated on-site staff and a robust foster network. Fosters are vital to our mission, providing loving homes for animals with medical needs, those requiring constant care, or pets that simply need a quieter environment to adjust before finding their forever family.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe that successful adoptions are built on thoughtful matching. When you visit us, you will speak with a trained adoption counselor who takes the time to understand your lifestyle and needs. By working together, we ensure that every adoption is the beginning of a lifelong, joyful partnership.
Join Our Community
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, or simply need support through our Community Pet Pantry, we are here for you. We invite you to visit us during our open adoption hours at 2310 Oakton St in Evanston to meet our wonderful animals. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of pets and the community members who care for them.
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9/13 - Celebrating 20 years of service at Evanston Animal Shelter - Evanston RoundTable
Vicky Pasenko, the executive director of the Evanston Animal Shelter, in the kitten room at the shelter, 2310 Oakton St. Vicky Pasenko's work at the
8/27 - Dog missing for 12 years reunited with suburban family in incredible scene
A dog’s microchip enabled a reunion more than a decade in the making in suburban Evanston.
8/13 - City eyeing changes to pet penalties - Evanston Now
Animal Welfare Board looking to add "irresponsible" pet owner designation for city code violations.
