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Lawrence Humane Society

Animal shelter in Lawrence, KS

We are the only full service shelter in the state of Kansas. We accept any animal for any reason and euthanize for temperament and severe injury and illness only.

We investigate all cruelty and neglect cases in our county and offer 24 hour emergency services for un-owned injured pets.





We work to change laws locally, state-wide and across the nation to benefit animals.

Contact Kate Meghji
Email info@lawrencehumane.org
Phone (785) 843-6835
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1805 E 19th St.
Lawrence, KS 66046
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1805 E 19th St.

Lawrence, KS 66046

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All of Douglas County., unincorporated areas of Johnson County including DeSoto, Kincaid in Miami Co.

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We do same day adoptions, provided the animal is ready and available. All dogs must leave with a leash and collar. All cats must leave with a collar and in a carrier. Handheld pets must leave in an appropriate cage/carrier.
With the adoption for cats and dogs you receive a free exam from participating veterinarians, 30 days of medical coverage, a microchip and a small bag of food.
Handheld pets receive the free exam.

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Lawrence Humane Society

Helping Hands Humane Society

5720 SW 21st Street,
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Animal Clinic of the Woodlands

2770 NE 60th St.,
Gladstone, MO 64119

We'll also keep you updated on Leonard's adoption status with email updates.
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Leonard

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 9 mos
Overland Park, KS
We'll also keep you updated on Yellowstone's adoption status with email updates.
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Yellowstone

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
Spring Hill, KS
We'll also keep you updated on Balboa's adoption status with email updates.
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Balboa

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Belton, MO
We'll also keep you updated on Merk's adoption status with email updates.
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Merk

English Bulldog

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Lenexa, KS
We'll also keep you updated on Chief's adoption status with email updates.
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Chief

Husky

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Leavenworth, KS
We'll also keep you updated on Chamois's adoption status with email updates.
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Chamois

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs
Kansas City, MO

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