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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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Meet their adoptable pets

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 Tux's adoption status with email updates.
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Tux

Domestic Shorthair

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

Pit Bull Terrier

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Bull Terrier

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Pit Bull Terrier

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

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
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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P.O. Box 171,
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We'll also keep you updated on Sparky's adoption status with email updates.
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Sparky

Pit Bull Terrier

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Mount sterling, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Charlotte 4678's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlotte 4678

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Frankfort, KY
We'll also keep you updated on John B's adoption status with email updates.
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John B

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Georgetown, KY
We'll also keep you updated on Adam Sandler's adoption status with email updates.
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Adam Sandler

Pit Bull Terrier

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

Beagle/Coonhound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Ravenna, KY

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