Community Programs

Seniors for Seniors

The Seniors for Seniors Program pairs senior citizens (65+) with senior cats (8+ years) to provide companionship and joy. This mutually beneficial bond helps reduce loneliness, stress, and anxiety while improving overall well-being.

  • The Seniors for Seniors Program is designed to match senior citizens (65+) with senior cats (8+ years), offering a unique opportunity for companionship and joy. These mature cats are calm, affectionate, and often require less attention, making them the perfect companions for older adults seeking a pet to share their lives with.

    Program Benefits:

    • Health Benefits: Studies show that having a pet can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase social interaction and physical activity. Senior pets provide calm, tender companionship that can improve both physical and mental health.

    • Fostering Connection: A pet's companionship brings joy and comfort, offering seniors a fulfilling sense of purpose and a way to stay engaged in everyday life.

    • Waived Adoption Fees: To make this match even easier, WHHS waives all adoption fees for seniors adopting senior cats, making it both an affordable and fulfilling experience.

    If you’re interested in adopting a senior cat and believe this program might be a great fit for you, please reach out to us today! We’ll help you find the perfect companion who is sure to bring joy and comfort into your home.

Microchipping

We offer microchipping for just $35, ensuring your pet has the best chance of being reunited if lost. It’s a small investment for lasting peace of mind.

  • Microchipping is a simple and effective way to ensure your pet can always find their way home if lost. The microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, is a small electronic chip implanted under your pet’s skin using a quick and easy injection. It doesn’t require anesthesia, and the procedure is as painless as a routine vaccination.

    Once implanted, the microchip is activated by a scanner, which transmits a unique ID number that helps animal shelters and veterinarians identify your pet and reunite you if they’re found. The chip has no battery and lasts a lifetime, providing permanent identification for your pet.

    We offer microchipping for just $35 — a small price to pay for lasting peace of mind knowing your pet will always have a way home. Please Note: If you adopt a dog from WHHS, Microchipping is included with the adoption fee.

    For more information on microchipping or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us at 605-642-1576 or visit this link.

Foster Homes

Fostering is an incredibly rewarding way to help pets in need and provide them with a loving environment while they wait for their forever homes. We rely on compassionate foster families to give shelter animals a chance to thrive in a home setting.

  • Why Foster?

    • Help Save Lives: Fostering gives homeless pets the opportunity to grow in a safe and nurturing environment. It’s a crucial part of our no-kill mission.

    • Make a Difference: Your care and attention help pets get ready for adoption, and you’re part of their journey to finding a permanent family.

    • Flexible Commitment: Whether it’s a short-term arrangement or a longer stay, fostering offers flexibility to fit your lifestyle.

    What You Need to Know

    • All Supplies Provided: WHHS will provide the food, bedding, and necessary medical care — we just need your loving home!

    • Support: You’re never alone in this journey. Our team is here to offer guidance, answer questions, and provide support whenever needed.

    • A Simple Process: Becoming a foster is as easy as filling out a foster application, and we’ll work with you to find the right match for your home.

    If you’re ready to make a difference and give a temporary home to a deserving animal, please consider fostering. Every pet you help brings us one step closer to a future without euthanasia.

Rehoming Your Pet

Need to rehome your pet? WHHS offers compassionate rehoming services with a fee to help cover care costs.

  • If you're considering rehoming your pet, Western Hills Humane Society is here to help with a compassionate and respectful approach. We understand that sometimes life circumstances make it difficult to keep a pet, and our goal is to support you during this challenging time.

    Fees:
    Our rehoming fee starts at $65. If your pet is not spayed or neutered, or up to date on vaccinations, we may ask for additional contributions to cover the associated costs.

    Who We Serve:
    We primarily serve the Lawrence County area. In special cases, we may assist with rehoming pets from outside our service area if space allows.

    Veterinary Records:
    Providing your pet’s veterinary records or the contact information of your vet helps us offer the best care possible and ensures a smooth transition.

    Aggressive Animals:
    For the safety of our staff and other animals, we cannot accept pets that display aggression towards people.

    If you need assistance rehoming your pet, please contact us to discuss how we can help. We are here to ensure your pet’s future is as safe and loving as possible.

Pet Pantry Program

The Pet Pantry Program offers temporary food and supplies to families in need, helping pets stay with their families during tough times. WHHS is here to provide support and ensure pets remain in their loving homes.

  • The Pet Pantry Program is designed to help families facing tough times keep their beloved pets. Whether dealing with financial hardship, health challenges, or emergencies, WHHS provides temporary food and supplies to ease the burden and ensure pets stay in their loving homes.

    By offering this support, we help families avoid the heartbreaking decision to surrender their pets. The unconditional love and companionship pets offer is invaluable, and we’re here to make sure they stay with the people who love them.

    If you’re in need of assistance, please reach out to learn how the Pet Pantry Program can help you during difficult times. We’re here to support both you and your pet.

    Contact us to get started or call 605-642-1576.