A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3), no-kill humane society based in Wheaton, IL. Our volunteers are dedicated to rescuing, fostering, and rehoming dogs and cats. We promote spay/neuter programs to help reduce pet overpopulation and work within communities throughout Illinois to assist and educate the public about responsible pet ownership.
If you are looking to adopt a dog or cat, you’ve come to the right place! Rather than housing pets in one location, A.R.F. has many cats and dogs in foster homes. We conduct adoption events primarily in DuPage County, IL, including Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Lisle, Darien, Lombard, and Naperville.
News and Events
Puppy Adoption and Acclimation
Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Hannah D. Adding a puppy to your household is exciting! Like any other lifestyle change, it can also be overwhelming at times. Keep reading...[more]
A.R.F.'s 40th Anniversary Celebration
2025 marks A.R.F.'s 40th anniversary, and we hope you'll celebrate with us! We are hosting an event and open house on Sunday, June 1 - details below. Keep reading for other ways to get involved!...[more]
Declawing: What It Is and A.R.F.’s Stance
Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Hannah D. Anyone who has researched becoming a cat owner has likely come across the term “declawed” and wondered what exactly that meant...[more]