Save-A-Pet is a national organization that has been saving animals since 1972. It has been in business in Grayslake since 1995. Save-A-Pet is a no-kill animal rescue that houses cats and dogs. It currently houses 300 cats and dogs that are all looking for loving homes.
Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary is a hidden gem on the south shore. This non-profit organization rescues and houses mistreated and abandoned animals such as horses, swans, sheep and more. The farm allows visitors to get up close to these animals and learn about them. Birthday party packages are available, and activities are held at Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary year-round.
A 17-acre wildlife rehabilitation center for orphaned and injured wild animals, the Suisun Wildlife Rehabilitation Center takes in raccoons, possums, badgers, squirrels and even snakes. It also has a cadre of educational animals on hand to spread knowledge of local species including hawks, a golden eagle and a coyote. The center is a nonprofit that takes some of its animals to local schools or educational assemblies.
Pets in Need is a non-profit adoption shelter for dogs and cats. It was founded in 1965 both as a place to educate people about pet care and to help lost pets get home. As a no-kill shelter, no animal suitable for re-homing is ever put to death at Pets in Need. The shelter is 100% donation-based.