Animal Protective League

The Animal Protective League is a non-profit 501C(3) organization dedicated to caring for ill, injured and abused homeless animals and coordinating the adoption of those animals by responsible pet owners. It further is committed to ending companion animal overpopulation by offering high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services.

Springfield and Sangamon County Illinois APL strives to match animals with carefully screened, loving, permanent owners. All animals leave our shelter spayed or neutered, microchipped, and with all vaccinations. Nearly 2000 deserving dogs and cats were placed in their forever homes in 2007. APL also has an active group of foster families who provide interim homes until space is available at our shelter.