Keeping pets and their people together

​Times are tough for many folks, with the steadily increasing cost of living and the government shutdown that has affected so many. 

At HSMC, we understand the deep bond shared between a pet and their person.

EVERYONE benefits when animals are kept in loving homes.

Pets: Quite simply, a pet is happiest when they are able to stay with the people they know and love. Moving an animal from their family into an unknown environment, even a loving foster home, is stressful for that pet.

People: Having to say goodbye to a beloved pet because of financial challenges is heartbreaking. Being able to continue providing their care is not only comforting for the pet but also for their person.

Community: Our region, and the entire country, is facing an overwhelming animal welfare crisis. More animals need homes than the number of adopters available. Keeping pets and people together is not only the most compassionate, animal- and people-focused solution, but it's also necessary given the lack of space shelters and rescues are experiencing.

This beautiful kitty came to HSMC through our Last Litter Program. Born to an outdoor community cat, Jasper and his siblings were sick with parvo but survived and are now available for adoption. His mom was successfully spayed and returned to her territory.

The Humane Society of Mason County is committed to keeping pets and their people together. In fact, we offer many programs and resources to support our community and their pets.

Pet Food & Supplies: Through our relationship with local food banks, HSMC offers pet food and supplies for over 500 families every week! We also host regular pop-up give-away events (top photo) to support pets in need.

Low-cost Spay/Neuter Surgery: One of the best ways we can support our community is by providing affordable spay/neuter services, which not only ends the cycle of unwanted births, but this surgery also prevents many life-threatening and expensive future health concerns and reduces some behavioral issues.

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Wellness Veterinary Care: As we have the capacity, we provide veterinary care for our community's pets in need, including addressing skin issues, ear infections, and more specialized care, such as eye enucleations (necessary medical removal).

Temporary Foster Care: When someone from our community is in crisis, often because of a home fire or domestic violence situation, we are able to provide temporary care for their pets through our Animal Safety Network.

TNR & Last Litter Programs: Sadly, unexpected litters are incredibly common in our community, both from owned pets as well as community/feral cats. HSMC offers support by assisting with Trap, Neuter (and spay), Return efforts. We also accept puppies and kittens into our care through our Last Litter program, where mom is spayed and returned to the owner.