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Lexington Humane Society

Animal shelter in Lexington, KY

Founded in 1889 by J. William Sayre, the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) is a 501(c)3 organization solely dependent on private donations, grants and community support. We receive no operating support from the government or national animal welfare groups, including HSUS or the ASPCA.

Among other things, LHS is the largest pet adoption agency in Central Kentucky, we educate the community on responsible pet care and the compassionate treatment of all animals, and we spay/neuter the pets of qualifying families at a low cost.

Simply stated, we Give Love, Teach Love, and Adopt Love.

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Phone (859) 233-0044
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1600 Old Frankfort Pike
Lexington, KY 40504
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1600 Old Frankfort Pike

Lexington, KY 40504

See every new pet that comes to this shelter!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Lexington Humane Society

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

Siamese

Male, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Gunner's adoption status with email updates.
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Gunner

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Soldier's adoption status with email updates.
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Soldier

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Mable's adoption status with email updates.
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Mable

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Snicker's adoption status with email updates.
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Snicker

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Mandito's adoption status with email updates.
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Mandito

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Lexington, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Salem's adoption status with email updates.
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Salem

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Lexington, KY
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Shelter FAQs

Fayette County in Lexington, Kentucky. We also partner with several rural shelters in KY to transport at-risk animals to our facility.

We welcome adopters from all over - you do not have to live in Lexington-Fayette to adopt from LHS!

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Approve Application

Additional adoption info

Please call or visit AdoptLove.net to see the location of the animal you are interested in. The adoption process may vary slightly due to COVID restrictions. Health and safety remains our top priority. Please visit our website for complete information!

Adoption application

https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/adopt-love/

https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/donate

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Lexington Humane Society

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Owenton, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Luther's adoption status with email updates.
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Luther

Coonhound

Male, Adult
Owenton, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Zorro's adoption status with email updates.
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Zorro

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Williamstown, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Hazel 4634's adoption status with email updates.
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Hazel 4634

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Frankfort, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Dakota ADOPTN PNDG!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Dakota ADOPTN PNDG!

Husky/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Young
Nicholasville, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Vanna's adoption status with email updates.
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Vanna

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Paris, KY

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