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Guelph Humane Society

Animal shelter in Guelph, ON

For 125 years, the Guelph Humane Society has been dedicated to protecting and caring for the many animals with whom we share our community and our lives, and to fostering the important bonds with animals that enrich us as individuals, families and communities. Founded in 1893, the Guelph Humane Society provides care and shelter for approximately 3,000 homeless, stray, injured, orphaned, abandoned and abused animals each year, throughout Guelph and Wellington County.

Our programs are delivered by an enthusiastic team of staff with many years of experience in animal care and welfare. In addition to paid staff, we are lucky to have nearly 300 active volunteers, who provide thousands of hours of service each year and generously share their skills and ideas with the humane society.

The Guelph Humane Society has a strong working relationship with local, provincial, and national animal welfare organizations; local school boards; the City of Guelph; Township of Centre Wellington; Township of Guelph-Eramosa; local veterinarians; the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre at the University of Guelph; and Guelph Police Services and the Provincial Crown Attorney’s Office. We are an affiliate society of the Ontario SPCA, and proud member of the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies (CFHS).

Our organization is guided by a Board of Directors made up of volunteers with a wide range of skills and business experience. The Board also convenes several ad hoc committees, which work to address specific issues. Day-to-day operations of the shelter are managed by the Executive Director and senior staff with the Board’s general guidance.

We are a registered charitable, non-profit organization that does not receive government funding. As such, we depend on your donations and private funding to support our important work. The Guelph Humane Society charitable registration number is 119236305RR0001.

Contact
Address
500 Wellington Street, West
P.O. Box 684
Guelph, ON N1H 6L3
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500 Wellington Street, West

P.O. Box 684

Guelph, ON N1H 6L3

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Adoptable pets at Guelph Humane Society

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

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Jynx's adoption status with email updates.
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Jynx

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Emerald's adoption status with email updates.
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Emerald

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Chess's adoption status with email updates.
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Chess

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Checkers's adoption status with email updates.
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Checkers

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Maple's adoption status with email updates.
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Maple

Rottweiler/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Wiggles's adoption status with email updates.
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Wiggles

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Guelph, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Bunnicula's adoption status with email updates.
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Bunnicula

Satin/Satin

Female, Young
Guelph, ON

Shelter FAQs

The Guelph Humane Society assists homeless and unwanted animals of Guelph and Wellington County.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Contactless Adoptions are here and going well!

1) View the pets below by clicking on their name. Please ensure you read their adorable description and all their important details.

2) Choose the pet that you feel would be a good match for your home.

3) Fill out an Expression of Interest Form (EOI) below, and email adoptions@guelphhumane.ca. Please remember that an animal may receive many applications. If this pet doesn’t work out, we will try to match you with another amazing pet.

4) Our team will reach out to you to discuss the next steps, including setting up a virtual adoption meeting via Zoom or other video conferencing. This is a great opportunity for us to assess if the pet is a perfect match for your home/family. These meetings can be scheduled 7 days a week during shelter operation hours.

5) If everything goes well, we will set-up a pick-up time and your new pet gets to come home!

If you have any questions regarding the contactless adoption process please call 519-824-3091. For our adoption fees (and what is included), please visit our website at https://guelphhumane.ca/adopt/adoption-fees/.

Adoption application

https://guelphhumane.ca/adopt/how-to-adopt/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Guelph Humane Society

Cheers To Paws Animal Rescue

Toronto, ON M6J 1R6

Cat Busters Animal Rescue

Toronto, ON M4X 1G7

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

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Toronto, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Tina's adoption status with email updates.
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Tina

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 4 yrs 4 mos
Toronto, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
King City, ON
We'll also keep you updated on Traye's adoption status with email updates.
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Traye

American Bulldog

Male, 9 yrs 3 mos
King City, ON
We'll also keep you updated on India's adoption status with email updates.
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India

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Hamilton., ON
We'll also keep you updated on Nebula (w/ Astra)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Nebula (w/ Astra)

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Caledon, ON

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