Tender Loving Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

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Tender Loving Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

This guide is for people searching Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter, TLC Animal Shelter, adoption hours, fees, lost/found pets, scam warnings, and the correct Will County animal-control route.

Important: TLC is an adoption shelter. Homer Glen animal-control and stray domestic pickup route through Will County Animal Control / Will County Animal Protection Services, not TLC’s adoption desk.

Pick My Action Adoption Hours Animal Control
TLC: 708-301-1594 13016 W 151st Street Tue-Sat 11am-4pm Closed Sun / Mon / holidays Will County: 815-462-5633
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🐱Cats
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TLC SHELTER
Fast answer: Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter is at 13016 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL 60491. Call 708-301-1594. TLC lists shelter hours as 11am-4pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and closed Sunday, Monday and holidays. Dog/puppy adoption fee is listed as $500; cat/kitten adoption fee is listed as $300. For Homer Glen animal-control pickup, call Will County Animal Control / Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633.
Shelter nameTLC Animal Shelter
Phone708-301-1594
AddressHomer Glen, IL
Serving animals since1974

Choose What You Need

Clickable Tender Loving Care Animal Help Cards

Start here so you do not call the adoption shelter for a county animal-control issue.

AdoptView TLC petsOfficial TLC site with current featured dogs and cats. Call TLCAsk about adoptionConfirm pet availability, adoption hours, fee and what to bring. FeesCheck adoption feesDog/puppy $500; cat/kitten $300; includes key vet care. ControlCall Will County Animal ControlFor Homer Glen stray domestic animal pickup and animal-control routing. LostLost/found pet reportWill County lost/found page for tag tracing and pickup steps. Photo MatchSearch Petco Love LostFree photo-matching tool for lost and found pets.

TLC Animal Shelter vs Animal Control

The search phrase “Tender Loving Animal Shelter & Control” mixes two different needs. Use TLC for adoption. Use Will County / local authority routing for animal-control work.

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TLC adoption shelter

Use TLC for adoptable dogs, puppies, cats and kittens, adoption fees, shelter hours and adoption questions.

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Domestic pickup

Homer Glen says Will County Animal Control provides animal-control service and picks up stray domestic animals only.

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Wildlife is different

Homer Glen lists outside wildlife/removal agencies for nuisance wildlife. Do not assume TLC handles wildlife.

Best route: if your goal is adoption, call TLC at 708-301-1594. If your issue is a stray animal pickup or animal-control complaint in Homer Glen, start with Will County Animal Control at 815-462-5633.

Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter Adoption Hours

TLC’s official site lists the shelter open Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 4pm. It is closed Sunday, Monday and holidays.

DayListed shelter hoursBest action
MondayClosedCheck the website or Facebook only.
Tuesday11am-4pmCall early about available pets.
Wednesday11am-4pmGood midweek adoption visit.
Thursday11am-4pmAsk if the pet is still available before driving.
Friday11am-4pmVisit before weekend interest rises.
Saturday11am-4pmArrive early; Saturdays can be busy.
SundayClosedNo regular public adoption hours listed.
HolidaysClosedVerify before visiting around holiday weeks.
Practical timing: try to arrive by 3:15pm or earlier so there is time to ask questions, meet the pet and complete adoption discussion before closing.

TLC Adoption Fees and What They Include

TLC’s official adoption-fee page gives clear fee amounts and included vet basics.

AnimalOfficial listed feeIncludedAsk before adopting
Dog or puppy$500Spay/neuter, microchip at adoption, age-appropriate vaccinations and worming.Ask about energy level, house-training, leash habits, kids, cats, other dogs and medical notes.
Cat or kitten$300Spay/neuter, microchip at adoption, age-appropriate vaccinations and worming.Ask about litter habits, personality, other cats, children, diet and vet timing.
Value note: because the fee includes spay/neuter, microchip and age-appropriate vaccines/worming, compare it against the first-week vet costs you would otherwise pay separately.

How to Adopt from TLC Animal Shelter

Use these quick steps before visiting the Homer Glen shelter.

Check available pets

Open the official TLC site and review current dogs, puppies, cats and kittens. Screenshots help if listings change.

Call before driving

Call 708-301-1594 to confirm the pet is still available and ask what the adoption desk needs that day.

Visit during shelter hours

Go Tuesday-Saturday between 11am and 4pm. TLC lists Sunday, Monday and holidays as closed.

Bring decision-makers

Bring household adults and discuss children, pets, landlord rules, allergies, schedule and first-week setup before choosing.

Ask match questions

Ask about the animal’s temperament, training, health, vaccine timing, microchip, spay/neuter, diet and return/support guidance.

Plan the ride home

Bring a secure leash/collar for dogs or a carrier for cats. Keep the first 72 hours quiet and structured.

Important TLC Deposit Scam Warning

TLC’s official adoption-fee page includes a direct warning that users should not ignore.

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No hold deposit

TLC says it does not ask for a deposit to hold an animal.

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Payment scam risk

If someone claims to be affiliated with TLC and asks for PayPal or other outside payment to hold a pet, TLC says it is a scam.

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Verify directly

Use only the official TLC phone number, website or in-person shelter visit before sending money.

Safe rule: never send money through a private message, comment, stranger’s PayPal link or unofficial account to reserve a TLC animal.

Lost or Found Pet Near Homer Glen / TLC

For lost/found pets, use TLC only if you think the animal may be there. For official county tracing and pickup, use Will County Animal Protection Services.

If your pet is lost

  • Call TLC at 708-301-1594 if your pet may have been brought there.
  • Call Will County Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633.
  • Update your microchip account immediately.
  • File a lost report with your local police department if you live in an incorporated area.
  • Contact local vet facilities and nearby shelters.
  • Use Petco Love Lost with a clear pet photo.
  • Post flyers near the last known location and remove them after reunion.

If you found a pet

  • If safe, contain the animal away from traffic.
  • Keep the found pet separate from your own animals.
  • Check for a tag only if safe.
  • If a Will County registration tag is present, have the year and tag number ready.
  • Call 815-462-5633 or email animallostorfound@willcountyillinois.com.
  • Ask a local vet/shelter route for a microchip scan.
  • If you cannot safely contain the animal, call the county route rather than chasing it.
Tag tip: Will County says displaying the county registration tag is required by law and improves the chance of a pet being returned.

Animal Control Route for Homer Glen and Will County

Homer Glen says it contracts with Will County Animal Control for animal-control service. Use the county route for stray domestic animal pickup and official lost/found handling.

SituationCall / routeWhat to sayWhy
Adopt from TLCTLC: 708-301-1594“Is [pet name] still available and what should I bring?”TLC is the adoption shelter.
Stray domestic animal pickup in Homer GlenWill County Animal Control: 815-462-5633“There is a stray domestic animal at [exact location].”Homer Glen says Will County handles stray domestic pickup.
Lost/found report with Will County tag815-462-5633 or email lost/found“I have year/tag number [number].”County can trace tags in its system.
Unincorporated Will County animal complaintWill County Animal Protection Services“This is in unincorporated Will County at [address].”Will County responds where it provides service.
Wildlife issueLocal wildlife/removal agency“This is a wildlife issue, not a dog/cat adoption issue.”Homer Glen lists outside wildlife resources separately.
Do not mix up services: TLC can help with adoption questions. Will County is the correct official route for many stray, lost/found and animal-control situations.

Surrender or Rehome Questions

TLC’s public pages focus on adoption listings and fees. Do not assume walk-in surrender or intake. Call first and prepare clear pet information.

Before calling TLC

  • Prepare pet age, breed, weight and spay/neuter status.
  • Prepare vaccine and vet records.
  • Write honest behavior notes: kids, cats, dogs, bites, fear, house-training.
  • Take clear photos in good light.
  • Ask whether TLC is accepting intake or has referral options.

Before rehoming privately

  • Do not give a pet away to the first responder without screening.
  • Ask for vet reference and safe housing details.
  • Use a written transfer note.
  • Remove old microchip/registration details only after safe transfer.
  • Never use pressure tactics or unsafe parking-lot transfers.

Before You Leave Home

Adoption

Pet screenshot, ID, payment, leash/carrier, household questions.

Lost pet

Clear photo, microchip number, tag number, last location.

Found pet

Photo, exact address found, safe hold plan, tag/microchip check.

Control issue

Exact location, animal description, safety risk, time seen.

Map: Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter

Use this for adoption visits. For stray pickup or animal-control response, call Will County first.

Copy/Paste Call Scripts

Adoption

Hi, I saw [pet name] listed with TLC Animal Shelter. Is this pet still available, what is the adoption fee, and what should I bring during shelter hours?

Lost pet

Hi, my [dog/cat] is missing near [street / Homer Glen area]. Description: [color/size/collar/microchip/tag]. Has a matching animal been reported?

Found pet

Hi, I found a [dog/cat] at [exact location]. It is [safe/injured/aggressive]. I can/cannot safely contain it. Which route should I use?

Animal control

Hi, I need to report a stray domestic animal in Homer Glen at [address/cross streets]. Description: [details]. Is Will County able to respond?

Official and High-Value Links

The most important details are already summarized above. Use these links for live pet availability, current fees, lost/found routing and animal-control verification.

TLCTender Loving Care Animal ShelterOfficial site, address, phone, hours and adoptable pets. FEESTLC Adoption FeesOfficial dog/puppy and cat/kitten adoption fees and scam warning. FBTLC FacebookCurrent animal updates and videos often appear here. HGHomer Glen Animal Control ContactVillage page explaining Will County Animal Control contract and stray domestic pickup. WILLWill County Animal Protection ServicesCounty animal-control and adoption service page. LOSTWill County Lost & FoundOfficial lost/found pet report, tag tracing and pickup instructions. AREAWill County Areas of ServiceService coverage and local routing details, including Homer Glen Village. PHOTOPetco Love LostFree national photo-matching search for lost and found pets.

Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter FAQ

Where is Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter located?

Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter is located at 13016 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL 60491.

What is TLC Animal Shelter’s phone number?

The listed phone number for Tender Loving Care Animal Shelter is 708-301-1594.

What are TLC Animal Shelter adoption hours?

TLC lists shelter hours as 11am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday. It is closed Sunday, Monday and holidays.

How much is a dog or puppy adoption at TLC?

TLC lists dog and puppy adoption fees as $500, including spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and worming.

How much is a cat or kitten adoption at TLC?

TLC lists cat and kitten adoption fees as $300, including spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate vaccinations and worming.

Does TLC ask for a deposit to hold an animal?

No. TLC’s adoption-fee page says it does not ask for a deposit to hold an animal and warns that anyone asking for PayPal or other payment to hold a pet is a scam.

Is TLC the animal-control office for Homer Glen?

No. TLC is an adoption shelter. Homer Glen says it contracts with Will County Animal Control for animal-control service and stray domestic pickup.

Who do I call for animal control in Homer Glen?

Homer Glen lists Will County Animal Control at 815-462-5633 for the animal-control program and stray domestic animal pickup.

What should I do if I lost a pet near Homer Glen?

Call Will County Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633, contact local police/veterinary offices if applicable, update your microchip, use Petco Love Lost and call TLC if your pet may be there.

What should I do if I found a pet with a Will County tag?

Have the tag year and number ready, then call Will County Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633 or email animallostorfound@willcountyillinois.com so the tag can be traced.

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