The Humane Society of Delaware County is not your average animal shelter. Our Mission –
We strive to provide the best care, treatment and placement of animals in need.
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Meet Your New Best Friend!
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!
We hope you can join us on Saturday, July 18th for our Wine, Dine, and Whiskers 2026 FurBall!
Enjoy an evening of fun, food, and entertainment while helping raise vital funds to care for animals in need.
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
Remember Whoopie? Yeah… we’re confused too.
Because how this girl is STILL waiting is honestly getting a little suspicious.
Whoopie is the kind of dog that makes you question your life choices… like why you didn’t adopt her sooner. She’s got the personality, the charm, the “I’m the best part of your day now” energy that people say they want… and yet here she is. Rude.
She’s fun without being chaotic, affectionate without being clingy, and has that perfect “let’s go do something… or let’s just vibe” balance. Basically, she fits into your life like she’s been there the whole time.
And let’s talk about her vibe for a second. Whoopie isn’t just cute… she’s got presence. The kind of dog that walks into a room and suddenly she’s the main character and everyone else is just… background noise.
She’s been waiting patiently, watching other dogs get scooped up, probably thinking “couldn’t be me I guess???” Meanwhile, we’re over here like HELLO?? PEOPLE?? OPEN YOUR EYES??
Whoopie is house trained, great with children, loves everyone she meets, is a dream to be around. She doesn't enjoy sharing her house with other dogs, so if you're an empty nester looking for a 4 legged friend, you just found her.
At this point, adopting Whoopie isn’t just a good decision… it’s correcting a mistake.
So let’s fix that.
Come meet her. Fall in love. Take her home.
Because the only thing more ridiculous than Whoopie still being here… would be you missing out on her too.
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Meet Wynetta 💗
Some dogs are couch potatoes. Wynetta? She’s a full-blown main character with a to-do list and zero interest in wasting her potential.
At just 1 year old, this Border Collie mix is basically a genius athlete in a fluffy body. Energy? Through the roof. Intelligence? Borderline suspicious. If you’ve ever thought, “I want a dog I can do stuff with,” she’s already packing her bags.
Wynetta isn’t just looking for a home, she’s looking for a purpose. Agility? She’d crush it. Trick training? She’ll outsmart you by day two. Hiking, running, dock diving, herding, learning literally anything you throw at her? Say less. This girl is built to shine, she just needs someone willing to unlock it.
And when she’s not busy being a future superstar, she’s a total sweetheart. She loves her people. Like, “launch myself into your arms because I have SO MUCH LOVE” kind of love. She can get a little jumpy when she’s excited, so she’d do best in a home with kids 12+ who won’t get knocked over by her enthusiastic greetings.
Wynetta was found as a stray, but don’t get it twisted, she’s not looking back. She’s all about what’s next. Adventures. Training. A real bond with someone who sees her potential and says, “yeah, let’s go all in.”
She’s already spayed, ready to go, and just waiting for the right person to match her energy and ambition.
This is not a “Netflix and chill” dog. This is a “wake up, we have goals today” dog.
If you want a loyal, brilliant, high-energy best friend who will keep your life exciting and your heart very, very full… Wynetta is that girl.
Apply to meet her. Just be prepared, she’s going to expect big things from you too.
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We are excited to share our column in The Delaware Gazette, highlighting an important truth: animal abuse and human violence are often connected. When animals are harmed, people, especially children, may be at risk, too.
As Humane Society of Delaware County agents, we are often the first to respond to these situations. But we can’t do it alone. Community awareness and reporting are critical to stopping the cycle of abuse.
If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts. Speaking up could protect both animals and people.
📢 Report concerns here:
🌐 Read the full article: https://delgazette.com/2026/04/…
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See something, say something can help prevent abuse - Delaware Gazette
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As the humane agent for Delaware County, we serve as the front-line investigator in cases of animal abuse and neglect. This work can be heartbreakingly difficult and unbelievably frustrating to prove,...0 CommentsComment on Facebook