Animal and Rabies Control
low-level alert: Fee-Waived Pet Adoptions and Free Large Dog Spay and Neuter Services Launch at South Suburban Humane Society
ARC building is closed November 29, 2024. Our office can be reached via our office number, 708-974-6140.
The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control (ARC) was established in 1954, when the Illinois Animal Control Act was enacted by the state legislature during a state-wide rabies epidemic. Cook County's animal control program is a multifaceted concept involving local government, public health, media cooperation, public education and citizen participation in cooperation with specialists in animal health, care and control. ARC reflects this multifaceted concept through a myriad of programs for the public and animal first responders.
Mission
- Prevent the transmission of rabies from animal to man through vaccination, registration, education, legislation and surveillance.
- Decrease pet over-population by promoting spay and neuter programs.
- Ensure the compliance of quarantine protocol for all animal bite incidents to prevent the transmission of rabies.
- Prevent cruelty and abuse of animals pursuant to state and county laws.
Press and Media Inquiries:
Natalia Derevyanny
natalia.derevyanny@cookcountyil.gov
Maria Phelan
maria.phelan@cookcountyil.gov
Agency Head