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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 Wednesday's adoption status with email updates.
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Wednesday

German Shepherd Dog/Dalmatian

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

German Shepherd Dog/Dalmatian

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

German Shepherd Dog/Dalmatian

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

Poodle (Standard)/Golden Retriever

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

Labrador Retriever

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

Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Siberian Husky

Male, Young
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 Terra's adoption status with email updates.
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Terra

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Female, Adult
Nicholasville, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Crash's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Crash

German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, 9 mos
Frankfort, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Copper's adoption status with email updates.
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Copper

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, Adult
Clay City, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Levi's adoption status with email updates.
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Levi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Versailles, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Rum's adoption status with email updates.
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Rum

Hound (Unknown Type)/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Versailles, KY

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