City of Aurora IL Animal Care and Control

02/20/2025

🚨 Exciting News! Our New Volunteer Program is LIVE! 🚨

After months of hard work, we’re thrilled to launch our new and improved volunteer program! 🎉 This program is designed to help you grow, learn, and most importantly—make a difference in the lives of shelter animals! 🐾❤️

✨ What’s New? ✨
🐶 Tiered program – grow your skills & take on new roles!
🐱 Animal color-coding system – match with animals based on experience.
📚 Improved training & safety protocols – feel confident & prepared.
🕒 Volunteer shifts – more structure, more impact!
💻 Better Impact software – making sign-ups & tracking easy!

No experience? No problem! We’ll provide all the training you need. Come help us socialize and care for our animals, keeping them happy, healthy, and adoption-ready! 🏡

📍 Ready to make a difference? Apply today!
👉 https://bttr.im/2so46

Tag a friend who would love to volunteer! 🐾💙

02/20/2025

✨It's TIIIIIIIMMMEEEE! ✨
Our four lovely puppies are available for adoption! Seraphina, Tootsie, Valentino, and Zinnia are all 8 week old puppies ready to find their furever home! We aren't sure what their mix is, but they will likely be large breed pups. Interested in taking one of these sweethearts home? Stop by the shelter TODAY starting at 12pm. If puppies aren't your speed, that is ok! We have plenty of adult pups looking for homes too.
We hope to see you soon!

02/19/2025

Did you see Spay Illinois has a new name?
Not only that, but they have some wonderful deals to end out February! Take advantage of these amazing prices.

Paws for a Cause Vet Care, formerly Spay Illinois, has February specials you won’t want to miss! From discounted wellness exams to spay/neuter savings, give your pet the care they deserve at an affordable price 🐾 Depending on your pet's needs, additional costs may be incurred.

📞 Call 630-961-8000 to schedule your pets' appointment today!

1️⃣ 50% Off Wellness Exams – Just $25:
Your pet will receive a comprehensive check-up by our dedicated veterinary team! You must bring a physically printed coupon at check-in (digital versions not accepted). You can find the coupon here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19xixeGVex/

2️⃣ 25% Off Spay & Neuter Surgeries for Dogs & Cats – in ANY county:
Includes pre-surgery examination, pre-surgery pain injection, anesthesia, green line tattoo, 3 days of medication (dogs), pain injection (cats), and post-op monitoring and recovery.

3️⃣ $40 rebate PLUS an extra 25% OFF Spay and Neuter for Cook County Residents:
All pets must be up-to-date on their rabies vaccine and have a current Cook County rabies tag. Vaccination on the day of surgery is permitted. Please bring your rabies certificate and a valid state-issued ID to check in.

4️⃣ Free Spay and Neuter for Qualified DuPage County Residents:
If you receive LINK or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you qualify for a FREE Spay & Neuter Voucher through DuPage County Animal Services at Paws for a Cause Vet Care!

The voucher includes the one-time spay or neuter surgery, vaccines, and a microchip for no cost. Applications are required through DuPage County Animal Services.
To apply visit: https://dupagecounty-ktgfp.formstack.com/forms/spay_neuter_voucher_application?fbclid=IwY2xjawIguiBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfK3hZZw7ih9AYJd5x4eNSl9qdxKPbj0kXMwAqb-6rrWCyeFSsfAIhs1wA_aem_7_X_eYXzAsgfZiniFf3paA

📢 SHARE this post and TAG a friend to spread the word and help more pets get the care they deserve because these deals won't last long!

02/19/2025

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨

The City of Aurora just rolled out a brand-new website, and Aurora Animal Care and Control got a facelift too! 🎉 Our updated site is more user-friendly, making it easier than ever to find important information about adoptions, lost pets, and services.

The old site is no longer active, but you can now find us at https://animalcontrol.aurora.il.us/Home

A huge THANK YOU to the City of Aurora and the IT team for their hard work in making this happen!

Stay tuned—more exciting announcements are on the way! 🐾✨

02/18/2025

✨Have you ever seen such gorgeous eyes?✨
We sure haven't. They say the eyes are the window to the soul, and Cookie is a prime example. His eyes tell you how sweet, loving, and loyal he is. He holds no lasting resentment for his tough past, just hope for the amazing future that lies ahead.
Do you want to gaze into his beautiful brown eyes everyday? Well you can! Take Cookie home and you'll have the most handsome, loyal pup around.

02/17/2025

🛑STRAY INTAKES from 2.11.25 through 2.17.25 EOD🛑
These animals are NOT available for adoption.
All strays are held for 5 business days.
You will need to stop by the shelter to personally identify your pet. You may not claim ownership via FB or over the phone.
Proof of ownership is REQUIRED to reclaim.
**If they go unclaimed after 5 days, we take ownership & proceed with the best option for each animal.
**If you are an organization interested in potentially pulling any of these animals, please contact us at [email protected]

02/17/2025

Congratulations to all the wonderful animals who left the shelter last week!✨
7 animals were adopted!
🐾 3 dogs and 4 cats were adopted
🏡 3 dogs were reunited with their loving families
🚗 2 dog and 2 cats was transferred to rescue partners
Weekly WOW: Our longest resident, Sundance, found his forever home! Sundance spent 253 days in the shelter. We are so happy for him and his new family.
We are now caring for 49 animals:
🐱28 cats
🐶34 dogs
Have a wonderful week❤️

02/17/2025

Check out our Pet of the Week: Aloe!

🐶 Pet of the Week: Aloe 🌿

Just like the soothing plant she’s named after, Aloe is here to heal your heart with love! This 1-year-old mixed breed is full of energy and affection, always ready to brighten your day. She truly believes she’s a lap dog—no matter how big she gets, she’ll happily plop right into your arms for cuddles! Aloe loves to zoom around outside, chase after toys, and make everyone laugh with her goofy personality. Life is meant to be lived to the fullest, and Aloe is here to remind you to soak up every moment!

Are you ready for a fun-loving, snuggly, and utterly devoted best friend? Stop by City of Aurora IL Animal Care and Control to meet Aloe and visit www.aurora-il.org/adoption for more adoptable animals!

02/17/2025

🚨 Important Microchip Alert! 🚨

The microchip company Save This Life has shut down, meaning pets registered with them are no longer protected. If your pet was microchipped with this company, please take action now!

✅ Check your pet’s microchip – Ensure it is still active and your contact information is up to date.
✅ Not sure if your pet has a chip? Stop by, and we’ll scan them for you, or visit your local vet clinic.
✅ Need a microchip? We still have a limited number of FREE microchips available! Call us to schedule an appointment.

Microchips are the best way to protect your pet if they ever become lost or stolen. To check which company your pet’s chip is registered with, visit: https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/

☎️ Contact us for more info!
Let’s keep our pets safe! 🐾❤️

02/15/2025

🐝 Meet Bee – The Buzziest Boy Around! 🐝

Looking for a cat with purr-sonality? Well, Bee is here to bring all the buzz to your home! This 1-year-old black and white spotted cutie is equal parts sweet and playful, always ready to explore his surroundings like a little worker bee on a mission.

🐾 Loves attention – will accept all pets and chin scratches!
🌼 A little shy at first, but once he warms up, he’s the life of the hive!
🐝 Previously lived with another cat, so he’s open to a feline friend.
🐾 Enjoys zoomies, batting at toys, and investigating every nook and cranny.

Are you ready to bee his forever home? Fly on over to 600 S River St, Aurora, IL 60506, or call 630-256-3630 to meet this lovable little honey today! 🍯🐾

02/15/2025

What better way to spend Valentines day than with a lap dog?
Or at least, a dog who THINKS she is a lap dog even through she weighs 45lbs. Aloe says not to mind that you have lost all feeling in your legs, that is all part of the process.
Are you missing a weighted blanket in your life? Come meet Aloe! You will not regret it ❤

02/14/2025

🎭 Meet Olivia – The Drama Queen of Playtime! 🎭

Olivia is a 1-year-old tabby-and-white beauty who believes life is one big theatrical production—and she’s the star! This sweet, playful, and attention-loving diva is always ready for action, whether it's pouncing, zooming, or demanding a standing ovation (aka chin scratches).

🎭 Previously lived with another cat, so she’s open to a co-star!
🐾 Loves to explore—every cardboard box is a stage, every toy is a prop!
🎟️ Will happily accept pets in exchange for a dazzling performance of “The Art of Being Adorable.”
🌟 High energy, always on the move, never misses a cue for playtime!

Think you can keep up with this leading lady? Visit her at 600 S River St, Aurora, IL 60506, or call 630-256-3630 to schedule your audition as her forever human! 🎬🐾

02/14/2025

🌟 Furever Friday Highlight: Azul 🌟

Meet Azul—or as she’s affectionately known, Pig or Old Lady! Adopted from AACC in October 2012 at just 8 months old, this sweet girl is now celebrating an incredible milestone—her 13th birthday this Valentine’s Day! 💕

For over a decade, Azul has been bringing love, joy, and a little bit of sass to her family. She’s a shining example of the lifelong bond that forms when you open your heart to a shelter pet.

A huge thank you to her adopter for giving her a life filled with love and happiness! Stories like Azul’s remind us of the incredible journeys our shelter pets embark on when they find their perfect match.

Looking for your own furry Valentine? Stop by AACC and meet the amazing animals waiting for their chance at a forever home. When you adopt, you save not just one life, but two. Because every day should be Furever Friday.

02/14/2025

📖 Meet Sonnet – A Poetic Purrfection! 🖋️

Some cats are novels, but Sonnet is pure poetry. This 1-year-old black and white beauty may start off as a quiet haiku, but with a little patience and love, he’ll blossom into an epic tale of cuddles and companionship!

✨ Shy at first, like a whispered verse, but warms up with time.
🖤 His gorgeous spotted coat is pure literary elegance.
🐾 Loves gentle attention and will reward you with a sonnet of purrs.
📚 Enjoys exploring, napping in cozy corners, and writing his next adventure (in pawprints).

If you're looking for a sweet, soulful companion to complete your story, Sonnet is waiting for you at 600 S River St, Aurora, IL 60506. Call 630-256-3630 to meet this poetic kitty today! 🐾📜

02/14/2025

Rocky's face when only one person has come to meet him in almost 100 days he has been here. Let's run that back.
🚨 Rocky has been here almost 100 days and only one person has asked to meet him 🚨
Why is that? We have no idea! It seems like all our dogs are getting barely any interest these days. It isn't fair to them, and we want to change that.
Rocky is bilingual, he knows Spanish and is learning his English commands. He doesn't seem to mind other dogs and enjoys the company of people. He has the cutest underbite known to man. He is amazing, yet no one wants to meet him.
Can you change that? Stop by the shelter to meet him and take him home! We promise you won't regret it.

02/13/2025

💖 Meet Adore – The Lovebug in Disguise! 💖

Looking for a cat who will adore you? Well, meet Adore, the 4-year-old grey and white beauty who just needs a little time to show you her big heart!

🐾 Shy but Sweet – Think of Adore as a love letter sealed with a tiny bit of mystery—give her time, and she’ll open up into the most affectionate companion.
😻 Attention Appreciator – She may play hard-to-get at first, but once she warms up, she’ll be your number one fan (with the cutest purrs to prove it).
🏡 Looking for the Perfect Match – Adore dreams of a patient, kind human who will help her shine in a cozy, loving home.

If you're ready to fall in love with a cat who just needs a little TLC, come meet Adore at 600 S River St, Aurora, IL 60506, or call 630-256-3630! 💕🐾