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Humane Society of South Central Michigan

Animal shelter in Battle Creek, MI

About Us:
We are the area's nonprofit advocate, sanctuary and source for companion animals since 1887.

Our Mission:
-to protect animals from suffering and cruelty
-to provide safe and responsible care for unwanted or abused companion animals
-to enhance the lives of animals and people through education, adoption, and foster care.

We believe in second chances at the Humane Society of South Central Michigan. Our service area includes all of Calhoun County and parts of Kalamazoo, Barry and Branch counties. We keep animals as long as it takes to find a good home for adoption once the animal passes temperament testing and is checked for good health. The Watkins Road shelter cares for up to 100 animals a day, and adopts out more than 500 animals a year. Countless area residents use the Society’s animal care, adoption and education programs each year. The Humane Society is overseen by a board of directors. We do not receive any government or tax dollars, or national humane organization funding. Our services are made possible by people in our community who care about homeless cats and dogs - people like you!

The Humane Society of South Central Michigan values:
-The ethical and humane treatment of animals
-Its role as a shelter for animals that suffer from pain, fear, and neglect
-Community accountability for the welfare of its animals
-Responsible stewardship of our resources
-Community involvement to achieve our goals
-Education about responsible pet ownership
-The joy of sharing a life with animal companions

Contact
Address
2500 Watkins Road
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Donation
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2500 Watkins Road

Battle Creek, MI 49015

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Adoptable pets at Humane Society of South Central Michigan

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Sloane

Cattle Dog

Female, Adult
Battle Creek, MI
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Cricket

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Adult
Battle Creek, MI
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Blue Bell

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Battle Creek, MI
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Bagel

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Battle Creek, MI
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Kai

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Battle Creek, MI
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Ivy

Blue Heeler

Female, Puppy
Battle Creek, MI

Shelter FAQs

We are the area's nonprofit advocate, sanctuary and source for companion animals since 1887. We serve the South-Central area, with our main focus begin Calhoun County.

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

Additional adoption info

All adoptions begin with an application on our main website, HSSCM.ORG.
Once your application is competed and submitted, processing generally takes 3 business days- pending our schedule and the number of applications ahead of yours. Once processed we will contact you and, if approved, will set up an appointment for an adoption counsel. If you are looking to adopt a dog and have a current dog in the home, we will require a match-up before finalizing any adoption.

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Faebelle

Lionhead

Female, Adult
Mattawan, MI
Special Needs
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Morrigan

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Byron Center, MI
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Nani

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Cassopolis, MI
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Dudley

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Byron Center, MI
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FLYING LELA B

Greyhound

Female, Adult
Grandville, MI
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Max

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 7 yrs
Jackson, MI

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