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South Suburban Humane Society

Animal shelter in Matteson, IL

The South Suburban Humane Society is a 501(c )(3) organization that was started in 1970, serving the animal welfare needs of the entire south suburbs of Chicago. In the beginning, we handled all rescues, adoptions and provided foster care out of private homes. Since November 1973, our organization has been operating a 10,000 square foot open-door animal shelter in Chicago Heights, Illinois.

For over fifty years, our organization has helped tens of thousands of animals. We offer extensive outreach programs including humane education, and community outreach events. We also operate a resale shop located in Steger, Illinois that promotes our organization, our animals and provide much needed income to support our humane work.

The Mission of the South Suburban Humane Society is to protect and promote the well being of pets and their people in our community and beyond.

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21800 Central Ave
Matteson, IL 60443
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Meet their adoptable pets

21800 Central Ave

Matteson, IL 60443

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at South Suburban Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Selene's adoption status with email updates.
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Selene

Australian Shepherd

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Midnight's adoption status with email updates.
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Midnight

Boxer

Female, 6 yrs 4 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mila's adoption status with email updates.
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Mila

Chihuahua

Female, 6 yrs 2 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Coffee's adoption status with email updates.
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Coffee

Pomeranian

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Brie's adoption status with email updates.
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Brie

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, 9 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sprout's adoption status with email updates.
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Sprout

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 10 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Cedric's adoption status with email updates.
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Cedric

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Matteson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chico Dinero's adoption status with email updates.
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Chico Dinero

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Matteson, IL

Shelter FAQs

Our shelter services the south Chicagoland area. We adopt animals region wide, as adopters have come to us from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Indiana.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 4. Pay Fee
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

SSHS requires:
- All adopters must be 18 years of age.
- Please make sure to bring a valid photo I.D.
- all adopted dogs must leave the shelter with a leash and collar for purchase here.
- Cardboard carriers for getting your new cat back home are available for $5.

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We'll also keep you updated on Eva's adoption status with email updates.
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Eva

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Westville, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Tina's adoption status with email updates.
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Tina

Siberian Husky

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Naperville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Ash's adoption status with email updates.
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Ash

Bichon Frise/Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 9 yrs 1 mo
Frankfort, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chopper's adoption status with email updates.
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Chopper

Maltese/Poodle (Standard)

Male, Adult
Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Lemont, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Lynx - RICHMOND, IN's adoption status with email updates.
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Lynx - RICHMOND, IN

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Lowell, IN

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