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Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society

Animal rescue in Gloucester, VA

Founded in 1912, the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society (GMHS) nonprofit animal shelter celebrates the human-pet bond and is committed to the welfare of every animal in its care. Each year, GMHS transforms the lives of over 8,000 animals through its services in rural Coastal Virginia.

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6620 Jackson Lane
Gloucester, VA 23061
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Meet their adoptable pets

6620 Jackson Lane

Gloucester, VA 23061

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Sam's adoption status with email updates.
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Sam

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Sushi's adoption status with email updates.
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Sushi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Hunter's adoption status with email updates.
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Hunter

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Saphira's adoption status with email updates.
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Saphira

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Godiva's adoption status with email updates.
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Godiva

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Nyx's adoption status with email updates.
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Nyx

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Star Fire's adoption status with email updates.
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Star Fire

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Gloucester, VA

Rescue FAQs

We serve the Gloucester, Mathews, and Middlesex counties on the Middle Peninsula in Virginia.

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

Additional adoption info

We believe in the love of meeting a pet in person! We no longer accept online applications. One of the first steps is to visit our shelter during open business hours, speak to a staff member about meeting the pet you’re interested in, and then submit an application. See our adoption fees and FAQ at https://gmhumanesociety.org/adopt/

Please call our Adoption Team at 804-693-5520 ext. 102 with questions about the adoption process.

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

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Kilmarnock, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Snow White's adoption status with email updates.
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Snow White

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Hopewll, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Dakota's adoption status with email updates.
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Dakota

Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr
Hayes, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Trista's adoption status with email updates.
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Trista

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

American Bulldog

Male, Adult
Va Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Queenie's adoption status with email updates.
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Queenie

American Bulldog

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Norfolk, VA

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