Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter

Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter In North Suburban IL. We shelter orphaned dogs and cats, provide the best care possible and find them loving homes. https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/oots

Orphans of the Storm® animal shelter takes in the stray and abandoned, abused and neglected dogs and cats from throughout northeastern Illinois and offers refuge, care and hope until they can be adopted out into loving families.

What a fun day with the Consumer and Competitive Insights Department at Discover in Riverwoods! Their team made blankets...
09/16/2024

What a fun day with the Consumer and Competitive Insights Department at Discover in Riverwoods! Their team made blankets and treats for our adoptable dogs and cats! They also utilized our on line Amazon wish list to make donations for the shelter--- amazing! We appreciate you all!

Happy Monday! Lots of smiles with these great adoptions, including longer-term sweet girl, Bonbon! Check out everyone ha...
09/16/2024

Happy Monday! Lots of smiles with these great adoptions, including longer-term sweet girl, Bonbon! Check out everyone happy and home!

Dogs happy and home: Angus, Reva, Bonbon, Tofu, Edgar, and Coco!

Cats happy and home: Silvia, Little Miss, Crystal, Cookie Monster, Cash, London, Picadilly, Poptart, Mr. Snuffleupagus, Dale, Chip, Horton, Micha, Abby Cadabby, Baby Natasha, Mr. Noodle, Rolie, and Pearl!

Happy tails, everyone!

Learn about how you can help Orphans of the Storm!We need volunteers for our Visit Hawthorn Adoption Showcase! If you ar...
09/15/2024

Learn about how you can help Orphans of the Storm!

We need volunteers for our Visit Hawthorn Adoption Showcase! If you are 18 years of age and older, come on out to that location between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM and learn all about the roles there!

Are you a passionate animal lover looking for a rewarding career? Come work for a leader in animal welfare! Orphans of the Storm has opportunities for reliable, professional, compassionate, hardworking, and well-organized individuals to join our Riverwoods shelter team as a Full-Time Kennel Care Specialist! Kennel Care Specialists are responsible for the continual cleaning of all shelter areas, as well as the proper feeding, socialization and care of the animals. Our Kennel Care Specialists have an important, impactful role here at the shelter, plus, we offer competitive pay and benefits! We will be doing on the spot interviews today between 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM at our main facility in Riverwoods! For more information, you can also PM us!

Seven-month-old Sharpie is such a good boy! Sharpie lost his home due to no fault of his own. While we always want thing...
09/15/2024

Seven-month-old Sharpie is such a good boy! Sharpie lost his home due to no fault of his own. While we always want things to work out of course, we have to look at the positive---he got a break from the shelter and we were able to learn so much about him, so we'll take that as a win! His previous family said Sharpie is crate-trained, housebroken, knows basic commands, did well with their toddler and other children, does well with other dogs, and that "he is very smart, caring and sweet."

Come on out and meet him! We are open 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM today! For more information on Sharpie, head to bit.ly/OOTSSharpie!

Don’t you just want to cuddle on the couch with Colden forever? Adopt him and you can! Colden spent time in an awesome f...
09/14/2024

Don’t you just want to cuddle on the couch with Colden forever? Adopt him and you can! Colden spent time in an awesome foster home and we learned SO much about him!

His foster family said:

“Colden is a great dog with personality and love. During the day he would love to cuddle and look out the window. He is a dog with a personality and will wiggle his way into your heart and he loves to give out kisses and take naps with you.

Colden loves to go on walks and would not bark at other dogs, would not try to chase a squirrel or a rabbit. I remember on a walk we came across a 6 month old Golden Retriever, Colden was ever so gentle with her. But he was no wimp at home if anyone came by the house Colden would let us know. When my son would take him for a run he would speed up or slow down to match my sons pace.

Colden loves water. He loves to run thru the sprinkler or even have water sprayed at him. He has plenty of energy and loves to play. He would thrive well in a home with an active family who enjoy spending time with an animal and/or a home with another dog that he can play with. Colden knows how to sit, stay and wait when you have his attention. At night we had a crate set up in our room with a dog bed inside with a blanket, so it was soft for him. My husband would give Colden a treat and tell him it’s bedtime and he would go to bed.

𝙃𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙗𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙤𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙’𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙝𝙞𝙢, 𝙩𝙤 𝙬𝙝𝙤𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙝𝙞𝙢, 𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙝𝙞𝙢 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙝𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮.”

Come meet Colden and see how amazing he is! We’re open 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM today! For more information on Colden, head to bit.ly/OOTSColden.

Exotic and hypnotic- Crystal is part bengal and she is STUNNING! Bonus- she’s super sweet, too! She is intelligent, cudd...
09/13/2024

Exotic and hypnotic- Crystal is part bengal and she is STUNNING! Bonus- she’s super sweet, too! She is intelligent, cuddly, and ready to join your family!

For more information on Crystal, head to www.orphansofthestorm.org/cats.

Wouldn't you like to be on   forever? Well, adopt her and you can! Adopt Portland- adopt a celebrity!Portland made it in...
09/13/2024

Wouldn't you like to be on forever? Well, adopt her and you can! Adopt Portland- adopt a celebrity!

Portland made it into an article for "Orphans of the Month" and we're not surprised! This gal is a blast! She is always up for an adventure, loves her people, and loves swimming! She goes every week to Splash Dog, LLC and does great!

If you are an active family looking for a fun-loving pup, Portland is your gal! For more information on Portland, head to bit.ly/OOTSPortland!

Four-year-old Zeus is an all around very good boy! He does so well meeting everyone! He went to an offsite event recentl...
09/12/2024

Four-year-old Zeus is an all around very good boy! He does so well meeting everyone! He went to an offsite event recently where he interacted with people of all ages and did great! He enjoys lounging around as much as he likes going for leisurely walks. Zeus also LOVES playing with other dogs- he’s one of our regulars in playgroup every morning!

Come on out and meet this gentle giant! For more information on Zeus, head to bit.ly/OOTSZeus!

Are you a passionate animal lover looking for a rewarding career? Come work for a leader in animal welfare! Orphans of t...
09/11/2024

Are you a passionate animal lover looking for a rewarding career? Come work for a leader in animal welfare! Orphans of the Storm has opportunities for reliable, professional, compassionate, hardworking, and well-organized individuals to join our Riverwoods shelter team as a Full-Time Kennel Care Specialist! Kennel Care Specialists are responsible for the continual cleaning of all shelter areas, as well as the proper feeding, socialization and care of the animals. Our Kennel Care Specialists have an important, impactful role here at the shelter, plus, we offer competitive pay and benefits!

If you are interested in learning more, you can call the shelter directly, or reach out to Kristen at [email protected], or, Kris at [email protected]!

You can also join us this Sunday, September 15th, between 1pm-4pm--- we'll have a table set up with more information and doing on-the-spot interviews! We hope to see you!

Guess what day it is? It's  !Whitney is full of southern charm, hosting her new friends for coffee on her front porch. H...
09/11/2024

Guess what day it is? It's !

Whitney is full of southern charm, hosting her new friends for coffee on her front porch. Her foster Dad made a gate just for her to close in the porch (Awwwwww💞💞). Wouldn't you love to sit for a cup of coffee on her front porch and make a new friend? Adopt Whitney and you can make that happen every day!

For more information on Whitney, head to bit.ly/OOTSWhitney! To set up a meet and greet, reach out to our Foster Coordinator at [email protected]!

We asked adoptable Pierogi to smile for the camera... he did not disappoint!This smush face is such a sweet, gentle, mel...
09/10/2024

We asked adoptable Pierogi to smile for the camera... he did not disappoint!

This smush face is such a sweet, gentle, mellow boy. He's a true couch potato who loves lounging around but also enjoys a good stroll around the neighborhood. Despite his relaxed attitude, he's always up for a bit of fun and playtime! Pierogi is affectionate and enjoys being around people and even has done well around children!

Come meet our smush-face when we re-open tomorrow! For more information, head to bit.ly/OOTSPierogi!

AbbVie Patient Services Marketing Department was on site at the shelter yesterday and it was a blast! They toured the fa...
09/10/2024

AbbVie Patient Services Marketing Department was on site at the shelter yesterday and it was a blast! They toured the facility, provided some belly rubs to our sweet adoptable Zeus (bit.ly/OOTSZeus), and made cat toys and dog treats for the animals on site! We appreciate you all!

If your company/team is looking to have an event like this, reach out to Judy at [email protected]!

Thank you to everyone who came out for   on Sunday and decorated a rock in honor of their furry loved one. These stones ...
09/09/2024

Thank you to everyone who came out for on Sunday and decorated a rock in honor of their furry loved one. These stones will remain in our Memorial Garden, serving as a reminder of all the pets who were so deeply loved by such amazing humans.

If you’re at the shelter, feel free to ask a staff member how you can add yours to our garden ❤️ 🌈🐾

What a great wrap-up of  ! We celebrated some great adoptions, including our longer-term buddy, Noodles, and, Mac's fost...
09/09/2024

What a great wrap-up of ! We celebrated some great adoptions, including our longer-term buddy, Noodles, and, Mac's foster made it forever!

Check out everyone happy and home!

Dogs: Cinnamon, Styx, Casper, Noodles, Bessie, Bella, Hotcakes, Riley, and Elsa!

Cats: Mudkip, Magikarp, Demure, Dempsey, Tiana, Mars, Pluto, Warwick, Thumper, Bambi, Doughboy, Togepi, Charm, Mac, Tootsie Pop, Parfait, and Sweetness!

Happy tails, everyone!

09/06/2024

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It's another and we're highlighting adoptable Bessie!

Bessie is a gem! She is about three-years-old, loves people, loves dogs, and is ready to fill a home with FUN! She's been to offsite events and did well meeting people of all ages! She's smart, knows basic commands, and is just an all-around good girl!

Adopt Bessie today and celebrate your very own with her! Thanks for the inspiration, ! For more information on Bessie, head to bit.ly/BessieOOTS

Our buddy Lionel didn't find his forever home last week, so, we're celebrating Lionel Day again today! He will be hangin...
09/06/2024

Our buddy Lionel didn't find his forever home last week, so, we're celebrating Lionel Day again today! He will be hanging out at our Visit Hawthorn Adoption Showcase today from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM!

Last week, he tried on some costumes in anticipation of Halloween and he was such a good boy about it! Lionel is such a social butterfly; he loves meeting everyone! He enjoys adventures and will happily relax and take a snooze next to you--- he's the best of both worlds! He is also great in the car, knows basic commands, and will make such a great addition to a loving family!

For more information on Lionel, head to bit.ly/OOTSLionel!

  is this Sunday, September 8th. It's a great day to think back to your favorite pets and honor their memory. Thanks to ...
09/05/2024

is this Sunday, September 8th. It's a great day to think back to your favorite pets and honor their memory. Thanks to a wonderful Eagle Scout, we now have a Pet Memorial Garden here at the shelter. This Sunday, between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM, we welcome you to come out, pick a stone, decorate it, and place it back in our garden to honor your beloved pet.

While you're here, you're welcome to take a look around, too. Maybe a new pet here will catch your eye and your heart. While they won't replace the loss of your previous pet, you'll find joy in giving another, deserving furry friend a loving home.

Roxy is a gorgeous GSD looking for a GSD-savvy home!Roxy's favorite activities include playing, running, receiving lots ...
09/05/2024

Roxy is a gorgeous GSD looking for a GSD-savvy home!

Roxy's favorite activities include playing, running, receiving lots of pets from her favorite people, and being outdoors! She is also crate-trained, housebroken, cuddly, and is looking for a home who will help her with proper introductions to new people. She is a smart and ready to learn! Come on out and meet her!

For more information on Roxy, head to bit.ly/OOTSRoxy!

It's  ! This week, we share a lesson that Whitney learned recently: "A friend may be waiting behind a stranger's face." ...
09/04/2024

It's ! This week, we share a lesson that Whitney learned recently: "A friend may be waiting behind a stranger's face." (a famous quote by Maya Angelou)

Whitney had the opportunity to stay with a new foster family, and although she has struggled to meet new people in the past, she really shined and made us proud! Her temporary fosters said she enjoyed many walks and they were really going to miss having her around. Whitney is ready to meet her forever friend! Contact our Foster Coordinator at [email protected] if that could be you!

For more information Whitney, head to bit.ly/OOTSWhitney!

Guess who has lost over 10lbs now!? This guy!Keep following Josh's journey! He is still looking for his forever home fil...
09/04/2024

Guess who has lost over 10lbs now!? This guy!

Keep following Josh's journey! He is still looking for his forever home filled with love and stuffies (if you didn't see the orginal post, check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/eosSR4bJz6exLaBs/?mibextid=WC7FNe)

For more information on Josh, head to bit.ly/OOTSJosh!

Hurry and grab your tickets! Join us for Pets and Putts at Tap House Grill on Saturday, September 14, from 5-8 p.m. You'...
09/03/2024

Hurry and grab your tickets!

Join us for Pets and Putts at Tap House Grill on Saturday, September 14, from 5-8 p.m. You'll enjoy petting some pups and kittens, having dinner and drinks, and learning about our exciting vision for Our Next Hundred Years! The Tap House Grill is located at the Deerfield Golf Club, and there's an optional putting contest for those who want to participate (the best putter wins a foursome of golf at Royal Melbourne in Long Grove)! All proceeds benefit the dogs and cats at Orphans. To purchase your tickets, head to bit.ly/PetsAndPutts.

You can also check out the events page at Pets and Putts for more details!

Another great week of  ! We are so excited to share that we had 3 of our longer-stay dogs go home--- Apollo, Boo, and Gi...
09/03/2024

Another great week of ! We are so excited to share that we had 3 of our longer-stay dogs go home--- Apollo, Boo, and Gia! Check out everyone happy and home!

Dogs: Juliet, Crikey, Apollo, Dino, Gia, Jeeves, Nellie, Val, Nora, Fluffy, Molly, Minnie, Pixie, Salvador, and Boo!

Cats: Panda Bear, Venus, Pitter Patter, Pinecone, Froyo, Sorbet, Ice Pop, Lavender, Gravy, Biscuits, Sharon, Gelato, Meringue, Diamonds, Hearts, Brussel Sprout, Capricorn, Saturn, and Neptune!

Happy tails, everyone!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸The shelter and our Visit Hawthorn Adoption Showcase will be closed today...
09/02/2024

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

The shelter and our Visit Hawthorn Adoption Showcase will be closed today. Bonbon and everyone at the shelter look forward to seeing you when we re-open on Wednesday at noon!

For more information on Bonbon, head to bit.ly/OOTSBonBon!

It’s  ! Today is all about celebrating these sweet, affectionate, often misunderstood felines. Afterall, one of the most...
09/01/2024

It’s ! Today is all about celebrating these sweet, affectionate, often misunderstood felines. Afterall, one of the most popular cats, Garfield, is a ginger!

Come on out today- we have lots of great gingers! Plus, all fees are waived for pets 6 months and older!

Below are just a few! To see all of our adoptable cats, head to www.orphansofthestorm.org/cats.

Sorbet: bit.ly/OOTSSorbet

Bugs: bit.ly/OOTSBugs

Fig: bit.ly/OOTSFig

Let’s  ! Below are just a few of 75+ pets we have available for adoption currently! All fees are waived for pets 6 month...
08/31/2024

Let’s ! Below are just a few of 75+ pets we have available for adoption currently! All fees are waived for pets 6 months and older today and tomorrow!

To see all of our adoptable pets, head to www.orphansofthestorm.org/adopt!

Adoptable Noodles is ready to "noodle" his way into your heart and home! Noodles recently went on a field-trip with some...
08/30/2024

Adoptable Noodles is ready to "noodle" his way into your heart and home! Noodles recently went on a field-trip with some of our volunteers and they said:

"He was such a sweet boy from start to finish. He got in the car with ease and happily laid down in the back, enjoying the view and fresh air (and offered many kisses). Once at the park, he was very aware of his surroundings and found comfort walking closely and calmly with us. He never pulled, showed us how he knows “sit” and “down,” and was very easily distracted when walking past other people. There was a group of school kids walking the path and he was completely unbothered. After the park, Noodles enjoyed his fries, burger, and ice cream- he really takes treats so gently. Noodles just needs someone to help build up his confidence a bit, but he is such a well-behaved dog and will make his person so happy. My mom said playgroup Noodles is quite different and he has lots of energy when playing with his friends, but we were so happy we got to see his calmer and gentler side today. Thank you Noodles for making our field trip such a great one!"

Come meet Noodles! You'll see what a great dog he really is! For more information on him, head to bit.ly/OOTSNoodles!

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2200 Riverwoods Road
Riverwoods, IL
60015

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Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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