Pet Adoption

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Walk-In or Application First? Comparing Chicago's Major Animal Shelters Before You Adopt

Choosing to adopt a pet in Chicago involves different paths depending on the shelter. This guide compares the walk-in process at Chicago Animal Care and Control with the application-based approaches of PAWS Chicago and Chicago Pet Rescue, detailing fees, procedures, and organizational models to help you find the right fit.

Marco Alvarez·October 22, 2026

A volunteer comforting a dog in a San Antonio Animal Care Services kennel during a storm, emphasizing the urgent need for foster homes.

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San Antonio Animal Care Services seeks foster homes after storm power outages

Power outages have plunged hundreds of San Antonio shelter animals into immediate danger, with kennel temperatures soaring after recent storms.

Sophie Nguyen·August 30, 2026

Killeen City Council members deliberate on animal services fee changes during a public meeting, with concerned citizens and their pets present.

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Killeen City Council Reviews Animal Services Fee Changes

In Killeen, adopting a sterilized pet now costs $40, while an unsterilized one is just $25, according to Killeen Texas .

Derek Molina·July 6, 2026