The Buddy Foundation in Arlington Heights, Illinois
About The Buddy Foundation
The Buddy Foundation is an animal shelter in Arlington Heights, Cook County, Illinois. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1995. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Friendly & Furry Cat Rescue, about 4.8 mi away.
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42.04762, -87.98571
What The Buddy Foundation does
We have no confirmed information about the animals and services here yet. If you work or volunteer there, tell us what it offers.
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Friendly & Furry Cat Rescue1375 N Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, ILAnimal rescue4.8 mi
- Perfectly Posh Paws1746 E Corktree Ln, Mt Prospect, ILAnimal rescue5.1 mi
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- Kay's Animal Shelter2705 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, ILAnimal shelter5.3 mi
- Second City Canine Rescue570 N Smith St, Palatine, ILAnimal rescue6.0 mi
- Barb's Precious Rescue313 N Quentin Rd, Palatine, ILAnimal rescue6.2 mi
- Heartland Animal Shelter2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, ILAnimal shelter6.4 mi
- Border Tails Rescue2975 Milwaukee Ave, Prospect Heights, ILAnimal rescue6.4 mi
- Heartland Animal Shelter586 Palwaukee Dr, Wheeling, ILAnimal shelter6.6 mi
- Bernel Foundation835 Sterling Avenue, Palatine, ILAnimal shelter6.9 mi
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Where is The Buddy Foundation located?
The Buddy Foundation is at 65 W Seegers Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005 in Cook County.
What are the hours of The Buddy Foundation?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (847) 290-5806 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from The Buddy Foundation?
Start on thebuddyfoundation.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to The Buddy Foundation?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to The Buddy Foundation tax-deductible?
The Buddy Foundation matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 36-4007576), with reported annual revenue of about $1,184,274. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
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