Four Paws Animal Foundation

Four Paws Animal Foundation To adopt one of our rescues, please complete an application, which can be downloaded from our website fourpawsAF.org.

The organization was incorporated in 1997 as an all-volunteer foster home feline rescue/adoption/sanctuary and licensed by the Illinois Department of Agriculture as a shelter with a 501(c)3 status. An appointment can then be made to visit the cats. Since all of our cats are in foster homes, this is the easiest way to schedule a time to meet with the cats.

Over this past weekend "Sarah" was exhibiting the same symptoms that Penny had after being diangosed with severe constip...
06/16/2026

Over this past weekend "Sarah" was exhibiting the same symptoms that Penny had after being diangosed with severe constipation. I was very concerned that Sarah was not herself and wanted to procedue with caution that there were no complications arising due to her rear legs deformities. Was able to get her in today for a complete exam including x-rays and were releived to find out that the doctor's diagnosis included a**l glamds as well as a mild ear infection. X-ray did not reveal any back up of stool so constipation was ruled out. She was given medication to clear up the infections and a recheck in 2 weeks. Doctor also suggested we include more fiber in her diet to help any future constipation. Sarah is sweet as sugar candy and deserves all the love and care to lead a healthy and happy life and we are committed to keep her on that path!!!

Just 3 days after her procedure we could not have asked for a better outcome for "Penny"! She is up on her tower, finis...
06/09/2026

Just 3 days after her procedure we could not have asked for a better outcome for "Penny"! She is up on her tower, finishing off her 3rd food dish for the day and her stool is soft so hopefully no back up in her colon. Thank you everyone for keeping her in your thoughts and prayers.

Our bright eyed sweetheart "Penny" came home last night after being so well taken care of by the staff at Hanover Park A...
06/05/2026

Our bright eyed sweetheart "Penny" came home last night after being so well taken care of by the staff at Hanover Park Animal Care Center. x-rays showed her colon is now clear of f***s and did not show any obstruction in her colon. She will be on Lactulose and Miralax life-long along with fluids. With a litle coxing she did eat a small anount of wet food last night and again this morning but will continue to give her an appetite stimulant for a few days. "Penny" has such a laid back personality and we will continue to get her back to her loveable peppy self.

"Penny" our 12 year old young senior lady who has been a wonderful companion to some of our other rescue seniors was not...
06/04/2026

"Penny" our 12 year old young senior lady who has been a wonderful companion to some of our other rescue seniors was not feeling herself for a few days and we took her in yesterday for a work up exam to find out the possible cause. Although her blood work is excellent as is her urinary results doctor found through x-ray that she was very constipated so much so that an ordinary e***a would not help clear the colon. We brought her in this morning so doctor could perform a Deobstipation procedure under anesthesia. I am waiting for the doctor to call me as to how she is doing and also for a "go home" time today and future follow up care for our oh so sweet and gentle "Penny". Please keep her in your prayers for a positive report on her condition. Thank you!

06/04/2026

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"Miss Uni" came to us from CACC in 2015 as a 5 month old stray with neurological issues and possible blindness. For all...
05/23/2026

"Miss Uni" came to us from CACC in 2015 as a 5 month old stray with neurological issues and possible blindness. For all her years with us we have made her as comfortable as possible and she has had good and not so good days. But when I whispered in her ear of all the wonderful donations we recently received from our Amazon Wish List you could tell through her body language it was one of her good days that so many kind people were thinking of Four Paws. Aside from her minor neurological issues she has a good appetite, loves her treats and as sweet as can be.

We are so grateful to all who so generously responded to our need for donations of supplies especially in this time of e...
05/22/2026

We are so grateful to all who so generously responded to our need for donations of supplies especially in this time of economic struggle for many in our country. Our rescues will surely benefit from your support. THANK YOU!!!!

Its only been a few days since we posted the need of supplies from our Amazon Wish List and we have already received can...
05/21/2026

Its only been a few days since we posted the need of supplies from our Amazon Wish List and we have already received can food, Purina GEMS, trash bags, cute food dishes, Dawn liquid detergent, etc. And our very sweet and beautiful senior lady "MARIELLE" THANKS YOU!! With donations of supplies our budget can focus on medical expenses for our rescues. We found this true a few years ago just after we rescued Marielle in 2019 from animal control. After evaluation from VCA Aurora it was determined that she had a slight stroke and was put on a regimant of medications and repeat follow up exams. And as you can see she recoperated in due time and now enjoys a comfortable life. Yes your donations are important and we are very grateful for your continued support.

🐾 At Four Paws Animal Foundation, we rescue senior and special-needs cats who need a little extra love — and we couldn't...
05/19/2026

🐾 At Four Paws Animal Foundation, we rescue senior and special-needs cats who need a little extra love — and we couldn't do it without the support of this amazing community!

Our Amazon Wish List has been updated, and whether you can spare a can of food or a gift card, every contribution makes a real difference in the lives of our rescues. When you order through the wish list, Amazon ships it directly to us as they already have the address.

🐟Purina Cat Chow Healthy Aging 7+, Immune and Joint Health
🥘Friskies canned Turkey & Giblets pate
🍗Fancy Feast Gems – Chicken flavor
🪈 Inaba Churus – Chicken and Tuna flavors
🧴Dawn dish soap, ALL laundry detergent & paper towels
🛍️13-gallon garbage bags
🎁Gift cards from Menards, Chewy, or Amazon

Find our updated list in two easy places:
✅ Website: https://fourpawsaf.org
✅ Amazon: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1NFZZN7VLXGCV

No amount is too small — we're grateful for every single donation!

"VICKY" came to us from CACC in June 2024 at 13 years of age with 2 large cysts on her stomach and continuing extreme di...
05/15/2026

"VICKY" came to us from CACC in June 2024 at 13 years of age with 2 large cysts on her stomach and continuing extreme diarrhea but now almost 2 years after surgery and biopsy results of non-cancerous cysts we note with a daily diet of can food mixed with pure pumpkin to help keep her stool semi formed she has been feeling good and cutely poses with her tongue out for the camera. Or maybe just telling me she wants more food!

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Post Office Box 8260
Bartlett, IL
60103

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10:30am - 2:30pm

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+16302890478

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