The Humane Society of Delaware County is not your average animal shelter.
We strive to provide the best care, treatment and placement of animals in need.
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Every animal available for adoption at The Humane Society of Delaware County is special and deserves love, but these pets need special people, and we hope it’s you!
Helping People Help Pets!
It’s pets and their humans that make difference! Our stats demonstrate how our community supports our mission. When you consider that the HSDC is not supported at the county, state or federal government level, it takes a lot of love and dedication from donors to support daily operations. As a 501(c)(3), your donations are tax deductible.
- 11,100+ lives saved since 2019
- 1,906 adoptions in 2024
- 2,180 foster placements in 2024
ANIMALS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
💗 HAPPY EVER AFTER, CRYSTAL! 💗
Crystal spent a long time with us as one of our long-stay dogs, patiently waiting for the family who would see just how special she truly is. We knew her perfect family was out there — and finally, they found each other. 🥹🐾
Here’s a little update from Crystal’s family:
“Crystal has been with us for three weeks now, and it already feels like she's always been here.
She has an older sister and brother who adore her, though they're still adjusting to her energy and her wild run-bys through the house. She loves Grandma and Grandpa, who recently gave her a stuffed gator and a stuffed bunny — instant favorites, second only to tennis balls, a love she owes to the shelter volunteers.
Mornings and evenings, she loves sitting out on the deck with her sister. And it turns out she's a water girl through and through — she has her own doggy float and absolutely loves it. She also just got to meet her 85-lb Great Dane/Plott Hound cousin.
Through all the change, excitement, and love, Crystal greets us every single day with kisses, wiggles, high jumps for tennis balls, and pure joy. We set out to give a home to the dog no one wanted or looked twice at — and what we got instead was a baby hippo who just loves life and her family.
Thank you to everyone who cared for our girl and got her ready to join us. She is perfect, and we love her more than words can say. We couldn't imagine life without C.C. — Crazy Crystal.” ❤️
After all that waiting, Crystal finally has her forever. And we couldn't be happier for this sweet girl. 🐾💗
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🐾 Did you know we have a Pet Food Pantry? 🐾
Sometimes, life gets difficult—and when it does, we believe families shouldn’t have to choose between putting food on the table and feeding the pets they love.
That’s why the Humane Society of Delaware County offers free pet food to Delaware County residents who are facing financial challenges. Our White Shed Pet Food Pantry helps provide nutritious food for dogs and cats while helping families keep their beloved pets at home, where they belong.
How does it work?
🐾 Available to Delaware County residents
🐾 Pet food can be picked up once a month during our regular shelter hours
🐾 A valid photo ID is required
🐾 A simple, one-page sign-up form is completed at our front desk
🐾 Pets should be spayed or neutered. If your pet has not yet been altered, you can still receive pet food during your first visit, and our staff will be happy to help you schedule a spay/neuter appointment.
Our Pet Food Pantry is made possible by the incredible generosity of local businesses, nonprofits, and members of our community who donate to help keep pets fed and families together.
If you or someone you know is struggling to keep their pets fed, please know that help is available. There is no shame in asking for a little support when times are tough.
Together, we can help make sure more pets stay happy, healthy, and home with the people who love them. ❤️
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🐾 Looking for your new best friend? We have some new faces hoping to find fur-ever homes!🐾
Meet Prescott, Clifford, Pugsly, and Calypso, all from Delaware County Dog Shelter, and Gypsy, Teebee, and Blu. Each one is ready to start their next chapter with a loving family.
If one of these pups catches your eye, fill out an adoption application using the link below! Once your application is submitted, stop by Monday–Saturday from 11 AM–5 PM (or Thursdays until 6 PM) to meet them.
Some of these dogs are currently in foster, and their location will be listed on their profile on the website. If you'd like to meet a dog in foster, just send us an email and we'll connect you with their foster family to arrange a meet-and-greet!
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