5A's Animal Shelter

5A's Animal Shelter Check out our website regularly for new incoming pet pics and fun upcoming events. Pics and info of the thrift on our website.
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We are THE premier humane shelter in the Riverbend, serving the area for over 70+ years as a non-profit shelter providing compassion and care to abused, unwanted and abandoned animals. We have been an important part of the community for over 60 years, serving the Riverbend like Alton, Godfrey, Bethalto, East Alton, Wood River, plus other adjoining communities. 5As is a not-for-profit, no-kill she

lter located in the Alton/Godfrey area placing about 500 "forever friends" into "forever homes" every year. Don't forget to check out the areas largest thrift shop, "The 5As Thrift" in Wood River for the best in treasure hunting bargains!

05/25/2026

As we remember those who gave their ALL for our freedoms in past conflicts...let not history repeat itself! Ever again!

This handsome boy is Milo! He’s been with us for a while due to a disagreement between him and his kennel accommodations...
05/19/2026

This handsome boy is Milo! He’s been with us for a while due to a disagreement between him and his kennel accommodations. It made it very difficult to discern whether it was us he didn’t like or his temporary home with us. One day a staff member decided enough was enough and got him out.
Turns out he just didn’t like the fact he got locked up and he turned into the happiest goofball! He’s about 1 yr old and loves to play. He’s quite friendly when he’s outside but has the scariest bark in the kennels—don’t worry he’s just complaining! He does like other dogs but needs a slow introduction. He seemed to be interested in our kitties and did not react when some of them showed their own dislike of him but we do not know how he would do in a home with one.
If you would like to meet with Milo let us know!!

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While our kennel are will be closed today, we will be fully open tomorrow, May 14th at regular hours.We are so sorry for...
05/13/2026

While our kennel are will be closed today, we will be fully open tomorrow, May 14th at regular hours.
We are so sorry for any troubles this may have caused!

We're sorry for any troubles this closure will have affected you...but is necessary for the well being of all the canine...
05/12/2026

We're sorry for any troubles this closure will have affected you...but is necessary for the well being of all the canines!

05/10/2026

On this special day...let's celebrate with a...

Diamond is a beautiful shepherd/lab mix who was brought in because her owners were moving-no fault of her own. She’s 2 y...
05/06/2026

Diamond is a beautiful shepherd/lab mix who was brought in because her owners were moving-no fault of her own. She’s 2 yrs young looking for a fun family to spend the rest of her life with. She’s very sweet, likes other dogs, and enjoys going on walks. She’s a goofy girl and definitely worth the visit to see if she’s right for you. Come out and see her!

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05/04/2026

Again, we want to give a HUGE thanks to this generous Riverbend community for all your support whenever we need help for the animals. Ya'all respond in droves and we really appreciate every single one of you!!!!!
Here's a...

Adoption Event!Brownie will be at tractor supply store tomorrow from 11-1pm and she can’t wait to see you!She’s about 2 ...
05/01/2026

Adoption Event!
Brownie will be at tractor supply store tomorrow from 11-1pm and she can’t wait to see you!
She’s about 2 yrs old and she loves to run and play. She seems to love everyone and would be great as either a family dog or as a one-on-one bestie—just as long as she’s being loved she will give it right back. She was adopted once but then returned on Christmas Day for ruining the Christmas tree…we hope that the next home she goes to will be her furever home despite her mistakes.

Come say hello to this cutie!

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Miss Sweet Pea has been with us for a very long time now and has become de-socialized enough to have a difficult time me...
04/24/2026

Miss Sweet Pea has been with us for a very long time now and has become de-socialized enough to have a difficult time meeting new people-but our volunteers have helped some in that department.
Sweet Pea is a 5 year old hound mix looking for a small family to join. She’s shy and unsure of new people and seems to like other dogs while she’s on her leash but we have determined that it’s likely she cannot go to a home with another dog unless they are very submissive. Her favorite summertime activity is playing in water-especially if you’re spraying her with a hose! Many people have changed their minds on her simply because of how she acts in her kennel instead of meeting with her to see her true colors. She has a big personality just waiting for the right person.

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Juniper is just the sweetest most playful girl just itching to find her new home! She came to us via animal control as a...
04/15/2026

Juniper is just the sweetest most playful girl just itching to find her new home! She came to us via animal control as a stray on the verge of behavioral euthanasia but we found that she was just super scared of her environment. She went from terrified to excited to see us and we have seen nothing but love from her since! She is a strong girl who still has puppy energy in her and would do best with older kids. This gorgeous girl can’t wait for a big yard to run around in and a family to give all the love she deserves-she’ll give it right back! Come say hello!

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Address

4530 N Alby Street
Godfrey, IL
62035

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

(618) 466-3702

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