Author: Danielle Spence
Year in Review: A.R.F.’s 2024
As we bid farewell to 2024, we at A.R.F. want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible year we’ve had and share some of our key accomplishments with you. Rescue Program Results This year, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve facilitated over 1,094 adoptions, helping more than 761 cats and 333 dogs find […]
A Christmas Reunion: Lost Dog Reunited with His Owner After Two Months, Thanks to A.R.F.
This holiday season, a heartwarming reunion took place thousands of miles away from where it all began. Gojo, a 3-year-old dog who was surrendered to the Animal Rescue Foundation (A.R.F.) after being separated from his original owner, is finally returning home to California—thanks to a family’s determination and love. Gojo’s journey took an unexpected turn […]
Animal Rescue Foundation Receives $25,000 Community Impact Grant from DuPage Foundation
In 2024, the Animal Rescue Foundation (A.R.F) received a $25,000 grant through DuPage Foundation’s Community Impact grant program to help support the Medical Miracles program, providing medical care for over 100 dogs and cats, or 10% of our annual intake. DuPage Foundation awarded nearly $580,000 to 56 not-for-profit organizations across DuPage County through its fall […]
CBS Chicago Features A.R.F. in the Pet Rescue Highlight
Each Thursday, CBS Chicago features an animal rescue organization in the Chicago area. Watch Vicki and Natalie talk about the rescue, A.R.F’s mission, and how to get involved here. For more information on how to adopt or get involved with A.R.F please visit our website.
A.R.F.’s Adoption Fees
Prospective pet parents sometimes ask how A.R.F. sets adoption fees for our beloved dogs and cats. Numerous factors go into determining these fees and they can vary from animal to animal, as each pet is unique. Some factors include breed, health, age and availability status. Below, we will explore how each factor affects adoption fees. […]
Patience, Praise and Repetition
Spring is upon us, and if you checked in at the beginning of the year, you and your dog might have been having fun learning new tricks and working on patience. If you find yourself here for the first time, you can look back at the January post, “New Year, ‘New Dog.” This time, we […]
New Year, ‘New’ Dog
Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Shane C. We are well into January of 2024 and if you have already abandoned your resolutions (no judgements), it is not too late to pick up something else. Perhaps you are still on track, going strong, and want to add something else in. If you have a dog at home […]
Year in Review: A.R.F.’s 2023
In the spirit of the season, we at A.R.F. want to share a snapshot of what 2023 has brought to the foundation. First up: the animals! There have been 1,210+ adoptions this year, which is amazing. Over 860 cats and 350 dogs have found forever homes. Next, we’ve had approximately 150 volunteers donate their time […]
Preparing Your Dog for Winter
Written by A.R.F. Volunteer Shane C. Snow is falling as I write this and I have accepted winter is closing in. By the time you read this, the snow will have surely melted. Regardless, Mother Nature waits for no one and your dogs will still want to go on a walk rain or shine; or […]
In the News: CBS Chicago Features A.R.F.
In case you missed it, CBS featured A.R.F a day after rescuing a group of puppies from Texas. Each Thursday, CBS Chicago features an animal rescue organization in the Chicago area. Watch Claire and Sandy talk about the rescue, A.R.F’s mission, and how to get involved here. For more information on how to adopt or […]