The Washington Area Humane Society (WAHS) is a no-kill shelter, funded solely by private contributions. Our shelter takes in thousands of animals and investigates an average of 800 abuse complaints each year.

Our mission is to:
Provide shelter, safety and food for the orphaned and abused animals of Washington County with the goal of placing them in loving homes.

Provide public education about the humane care and treatment of animals.

Provide affordable veterinary outpatient services including spaying or neutering.

Investigate and resolve abuse cases in the best interests of the animal and community.

Adoption Fees:

Adult Dogs:
$100

Senior Dogs:
$60

Pure Breeds:
$150

Puppies:
$200

Adult Cats:
$60

Senior Cats:
$40

Kittens:
$90


All of our animals are micro chipped, spayed/neutered, and up-to-date with all age-appropriate shots prior to adoption.