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Greater Birmingham Humane Society

Animal shelter in Birmingham, AL

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society's mission is to promote the humane treatment of animals and people through education, advocacy and services.

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Address
300 Snow Drive
Birmingham, AL 35209
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300 Snow Drive

Birmingham, AL 35209

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Adoptable pets at Greater Birmingham Humane Society

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

Labrador Retriever

Male, 10 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Eve's adoption status with email updates.
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Eve

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Dachshund

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Dawson's adoption status with email updates.
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Dawson

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Winnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Winnie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Alex's adoption status with email updates.
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Alex

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 4 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Dragon's adoption status with email updates.
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Dragon

Spaniel (Unknown Type)/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on SpongeBob's adoption status with email updates.
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SpongeBob

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Birmingham, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Noel's adoption status with email updates.
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Noel

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Birmingham, AL

Shelter FAQs

Greater Birmingham, Jefferson County & surrounding areas

Additional adoption info

Fees for adopting a pet at the GBHS are as follows:

Cats, kittens, dogs or puppies:
- Animals six months and under: $100
- Animals older than six months: $50
- Rabbits: $25
- Ferrets: $50
- Rats, Guinea Pigs & Hamsters: $10 for one or $15 for a pair

NOTE: A fee of $10 for the Microchip (including free registration and services for the first year) is included in the adoption fee for Dogs/Cats/Puppies/Kittens. However, if an animal's adoption fee has been waived or if someone adopts using a military discount, the $10 Microchip Fee will still be required.


The adoption fees include:
* Flea & tick preventive
* Deworming treatment
* Initial vaccinations
* Rabies vaccination - for pets over 3 months
* Feline leukemia test - for cats 3 months and older
* Heartworm test - for dogs 6 months and older
* Heartworm preventive - for dogs 6 months and older
* Microchip, corresponding tag & registration (1 yr)
* Spay/neuter surgery
* Daily care

Adoption application

https://gbhs.org/adoptionapplication

Pets at shelters & rescues near Greater Birmingham Humane Society

Alabama English Bulldog Rescue

4714 County Road 151,
Calera, AL 35040

Dixie Girl Dog Rescue

Birmingham, AL 35242

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Hoover, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Dogue De Bordeaux's adoption status with email updates.
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Dogue De Bordeaux

Dogue de Bordeaux

Male, Puppy
BIRMINGHAM, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Phineas's adoption status with email updates.
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Phineas

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Hoover, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Ladd's adoption status with email updates.
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Ladd

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Homewood, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Cinnamon's adoption status with email updates.
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Cinnamon

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs
Columbiana, AL
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Homewood, AL

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