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
🐾It's a hot dog summer!🐾
Make sure your pets are staying hydrated! 💦
With temperatures this hot and sticky, our dogs have been spending plenty of time splashing in the pools and cooling off outside. Matilda, however, has decided the hose is the best way to stay hydrated. 😂
Whatever works, Matilda.
Fill out an application to adopt this silly girl here!:
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🐾 An Update on Sully 🐾
When Sully came to us as a stray through the Delaware County Dog Shelter, he had a large mass growing on the side of his snout. We knew he needed medical attention, and our veterinary team quickly stepped in to help.
Our veterinarian has successfully removed the mass and sent it out for testing. We’re now waiting for the results and continuing to give Sully the care and comfort he needs while he recovers.
But Sully’s story is also a reminder of something incredibly important: we could not do this without YOU.
Because of the generosity of our donors, dogs like Sully receive the medical care they need and deserve. Your support allows us to say “yes” when an animal needs surgery, treatment, medication, or simply a safe place to recover.
Thank you for making this possible. Every donation helps us give animals like Sully a second chance — and a chance at a happy life with a family of their own.
If you’d like to support Sully and the many other animals in our care, donations can be made here:
If you'd be interested in fostering Sully, or any of our other shelter dogs, fill out a foster application here:
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🐾 LOST YOUR PET? HERE’S WHAT TO DO 🐾
First, DON’T PANIC. Take a breath and stay calm so you can think clearly. The first hour is critical! Make sure your pet’s ID tag and microchip information are current. This can make all the difference in getting them safely home.
🔎 SEARCH YOUR PROPERTY FIRST
Check your home, garage, sheds, bushes, under porches and decks, and anywhere your pet could be hiding. Check your fencing for holes or escape routes.
🏠 HAVE SOMEONE STAY HOME, IF POSSIBLE
While others search, have someone stay home in case your pet finds their way back.
🐕 EXPAND YOUR SEARCH
Start within a one-mile radius and gradually expand. Bring treats and a leash, call your pet’s name, and check common hiding spots.
If you see your dog, DO NOT CHASE! Get low, stay calm, and call them to you. Let them approach you. For missing cats, consider placing their litter box outside to provide a familiar scent.
📱 GET THE WORD OUT
Post your pet on PetFBI.org, FidoAlert.com, and PawBoost.com, and share in local Facebook groups such as Lost & Found Pets of Delaware, Ohio. Include a clear photo, description, last known location, and your contact information.
🏥 CONTACT LOCAL SHELTERS & VET CLINICS
Report your missing pet to local shelters and animal control, such as the Delaware County Dog Shelter. Also contact nearby veterinary clinics, especially 24-hour emergency clinics, in case your pet is brought in.
📍 POST FLYERS
Focus on high-traffic areas near where your pet went missing, including pet stores, vet clinics, grocery stores, libraries, walking routes, and school pickup areas.
❤️ DON’T GIVE UP!
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