News and Events

Keep up to date on shelter news, upcoming events, and happy tails!

February 2025 Pet of the Month

Meet Pebble, a gorgeous Staffordshire/Boxer mix with a heart as big as her love for people. As the devoted mom of six adorable puppies,

Shamrock 5K Run & Lucky Dog 5K Run – March 15, 2025

Events

Shamrock 5K Run and BrewFest 5K Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Busse Woods, Elk Grove Village, Fundraiser for Animal House Shelter.

Pictures with the Easter Bunny Sat. & Sun. March 29 & 30, 2025

Events

Animal House Shelter fundraiser event Pictures with the Easter Bunny Sat & Sun Mar 29 & 30 Bentley’s Pet Stuff & Groomer.

Dash for the Dogs 5K run/walk – Sunday, May 18, 2025

Events

Animal House Shelter 2025 Dash for Dogs, Sunday, May 18, 2025 Time: 6:15 check-in, 8am-9:30am Race. Be sure to register early!

AHS Grand Opening – June 7, 2025

Events

Animal House Shelter Opening Day Event. June 7, 2025, 4pm-10pm Come see the new building! Be sure to register!

Putt for Paws – Friday, July 18, 2025

Events

Animal House Shelter fundraiser event Putt for Paws, Friday July 18, 2025. Makray Memorial Golf Club, Barrington. Register soon!

AHS Pawfest – Oct. 11, 2025

Events

Animal House Shelter Pawfest 2025, October 11th 2025, Deicke Park, Huntley. Music, food, vendors, crafters, and low cost vaccines & microchips.

"Rizzo (shelter name was Lyra) joined my pack at the end of December 2021. Since then she's been a source of silliness and snuggles, my hiking and road trip companion, and just an all-around good dog!""Here's a picture of Jordy (shelter name Ida). We had a lot of fun...