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.

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!

01/01/2026

From all of us at 5As, please make it a safe and...

12/24/2025
Athena is still waiting…..She’s had a couple of people meet with her but nobody has returned to seal the deal!Remember s...
12/23/2025

Athena is still waiting…..
She’s had a couple of people meet with her but nobody has returned to seal the deal!
Remember she prefers to be an only furbaby, makes a great couch potato, she gives the BEST kisses and loves attention!

Come take this baby home!

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Merry Christmas from a staff favorite-Cole!Cole is one of our senior boys who was adopted a long time ago but then found...
12/18/2025

Merry Christmas from a staff favorite-Cole!

Cole is one of our senior boys who was adopted a long time ago but then found abandoned in the backyard of an empty house and traced back to us—we found that he was heartworm positive, had many masses (as senior pets can have) and was starving for attention.
He’s about 9 yrs old, now heart-worm negative, his masses have been removed and he cannot wait for someone to give him the attention he deserves! He loves to run and play, any type of toy is his favorite toy although his goal is to expose the interior of the stuffed ones. He does like some other dogs and would have to meet any potential roommates but no cats please. He’s full of nothing but excitement, love, and kisses!

Come say hello to our handsome Cole!!

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Sweet Ally’s adoption fell through and she is once again available!She is such a people please and loves to get and give...
12/14/2025

Sweet Ally’s adoption fell through and she is once again available!

She is such a people please and loves to get and give attention. She likes other dogs and cats and she enjoys the attention from children. She isn’t housebroken but she would likely learn quickly. Come out and say hello to this sweet girl and see if she’s the one for you!

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12/08/2025

Our phone lines are down currently! Apologies to anyone trying to reach us via phone, feel free to message the page!

12/06/2025

Apologies to anyone who came out after 1:15 pm! Ally got adopted!

12/06/2025

Don’t forget! We’ll be at Tractor Supply Store from 11-2 today with a fun and friendly furbaby looking for a home! Come out to say hello or donate! 🐾

This will be Athena’s 5th Christmas with us! She has been a model for most if not all of these past few year’s holiday p...
12/04/2025

This will be Athena’s 5th Christmas with us!

She has been a model for most if not all of these past few year’s holiday pictures and yet everyone has passed on her shy but sweet personality! She is about 6 years old and she’s a big baby with the likelihood of being a simple couch potato. She’s shy at first but blossoms into a sweet snuggle-bug once she gets to know you. She doesn’t jump up on you even when she’s excited-she patiently waits to give her love when you get down on her level. She came to us through animal control so we don’t have any history on her but we do know she’s decided she does want to be a single dog getting all the love and seems to be most comfortable around adults. She’s a staff favorite and we can’t wait to help her find her perfect person. She gives the best kisses and has been waiting what seems like forever for her new home so keep her in mind when visiting us!

Please be patient with her as the time she’s spent with us has de-socialized her and she may not be your best friend when she first meets you. Give her a chance and maybe a second visit or three and we just know her personality will shine through.

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11/29/2025

Just an FYI. Due to the weather happening outside, the shelter will be closed today and maybe tomorrow depending on conditions!

11/27/2025

From all of us at 5As on this Thanksgiving Day, we along with you...

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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