Animal Protective League
1001 Taintor Rd
Springfield, IL
217-544-PETS

OPEN 7 DAYS
A WEEK FROM
NOON TO 5PM

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The Animal Protective League (APL) of Springfield and Sangamon County
is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to caring for stray and injured animals, and to coordinating adoptions of homeless animals by responsible pet owners.

It also works to educate people about the humane care of and respect for animals, and operates a low-cost spay/neuter program.

APL is a no-kill shelter. APL is funded solely by donations. It exists because of the love and dedication of people who care about innocent animals who cannot help themselves.

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LOCATION

We are located behind the Illinois State Fairgrounds
on Taintor Road. From I55 take the Sangamon Ave. Exit, follow Sangamon to Peoria Rd., turn right onto Peoria Rd., the first road on your left is Taintor Rd., turn left on Taintor, we are the first building on your right hand side that you will see.
MAP TO SHELTER

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BRINGING YOUR DOG

It's getting hot outside again, which means the temperature in your car is even hotter. If you plan on bringing your own dog to the shelter to meet a potential buddy, please either ask a shelter staff member for help before arriving (or immediately after arriving) or bring someone to hold your dog outside while everything gets set for the big "meet and greet" - usually done in the play yard.

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VOLUNTEERING

APL is open to volunteers every day of the year from 8:30am to 5pm.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

The dogs are walked 3 times a day — volunteers are always needed and greatly appreciated.

The cat loft is cleaned every morning with the help of volunteers. New volunteers are always welcome.

If you would like more information on becoming a volunteer, you may contact us by calling 217-544-PETS

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STOP BY THE SHELTER

There are over 100 animals waiting to meet you! The shelter is open to the public every day of the week from Noon to 5pm. APL is only closed on major holidays.

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APL Events


Dogs Available for Adoption
Cats Available for Adoption
All APL Animals Available for Adoption
Recently Adopted APL Animals

Adopt a Shelter Dog


Sept. 27 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm
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Oct. 4 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm
Oct. 4 - Flea Market to Fabulous - College and Lawrence - 10am-1pm
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Oct. 11 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm
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Oct. 18 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm
Oct. 18 - PetsMart - 3183 S. Veterans, 11am-2pm


Sept. 27 - PetsMart - 3183 S. Veterans, 11am-5pm
Sept. 27 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm
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Oct. 4 - PetsMart - 3183 S. Veterans, 11am-5pm
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Oct. 11 - Ace Hardware - 1600 W. Wabash, 11am-2pm

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Oct. 18 - PetsMart - 3183 S. Veterans, 11am-5pm



Thanks to everyone who attended the Paws in the Park walk-a-thon on July 26th in Washington Park.

Finnegan APL Irish Wolfhound
The winner of the tallest dog contest was Finnegan. A very friendly, laid-back Irish Wolfhound... he weighs 232 pounds!

Paws in the Park Springfield Illinois

Kate Hein
Kate Hein with her APL Donation Dog, Tripp Carhartt Hein.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SEE PHOTOS FROM
THE ADOPTAPLOOZA EVENT HERE!