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Updated: August 18, 2010 1:46 PM


 
 
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The Humane Society for Southwest Washington is dedicated to fostering a community where all creatures are treated with compassion and respect.
 
Founded in 1897, the Humane Society has a long tradition of caring for the animals of Southwest Washington and surrounding areas. By working in collaboration with local veterinarians and animal rescue groups, the Humane Society and its partners in animal welfare look forward to a future where all companion animals will live in a loving home.
 
Through the work of our full-time and part-time staff, along with the assistance of more than 500 compassionate volunteers, the Humane Society for Southwest Washington offers an array of humane programs, including pet adoptions, community education, pet behavior advice, spay/neuter assistance and low-cost pet adoptions for seniors.
 
Through the generous support of local individuals, groups, and corporations, we are able to care for the thousands of orphaned animals we receive each year.
 
Thank you for your support!
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The Humane Society for Southwest Washington is a private non-profit, 501(c)(3) animal shelter and we appreciate your support. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

 
SHELTER LOCATION
 
The Humane Society for Southwest Washington is located in east Vancouver at 1100 NE 192nd Avenue, 98684.
Shelter location
 
CONTACT US
 
Contact us by Phone:
360.693.4746
Contact us by Fax:
360.693.2338
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HOURS OF OPERATION
 
Animal Adoption Hours
Monday through Friday -- 12:00pm - 5:30pm
Saturday and Sunday -- 12:00pm - 4:30pm
 
Animal Receiving & Lost and Found Viewing Hours
Monday through Friday -- 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday and Sunday -- 10:00am - 5:00pm
 
The Shelter is closed on New Years Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The Shelter closes early at 4pm on Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve.
In the event of bad weather, the shelter may close unexpectedly. Please call ahead to be sure the shelter is open to the public during these times.
 
Please Note: We do not accept stray animals from outside of Clark County. Our out-of-county surrender fee is $50 per animal. Animals coming from Oregon must be accompanied by a health exam from a veterinarian. We cannot accept the animals without one.
 
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
 
Matt Olson, President
Stacey Waddell, Vice President
Michael Bortz, Treasurer
Dorn Swigert, Secretary
 

Tom Mike Anderson

Elaine Killian
Al Kirkwood
Sharon Lewis
Lisa Lowe
Donna Mason
Chuck Michael
Patricia Nierenberg
Steve Oliva
Kyle Sciuchetti
 
Please send all correspondence to the Board of Directors directly to The Humane Society for Southwest Washington at 1100 NE 192nd Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98684.
 
STATISTICS
 
As a community supported animal sheltering facility, we believe that it is our responsibility to openly disclose our animal sheltering statistics so that the public can be informed of the total number of animals we shelter, the appropriate treatment they receive while in our care and the percentage that leave our facility to loving, forever homes.
 
The Humane Society for Southwest Washington is a proud member of the Animal shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP) and reports statistics according to the nationally recognized Asilomar Accords reporting method. These statistics help us accurately chart progress in saving animals in our community.
 
Washington County Animal Services, Multnomah County Animal Services, the Oregon Humane Society, the Cat Adoption Team and Clackamas County Dog Control are all active members of ASAP.
 
The collection and presentation of the following information is sponsored in part by Maddie's Fund.

 
Humane Society for Southwest Washington 2009 Shelter Statistics
 
Humane Society for Southwest Washington 2008 Shelter Statistics
 
Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland 2008 Regional Shelter Statistics
 
Humane Society for Southwest Washington 2007 Shelter Statistics
 
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Humane Society for Southwest Washington
1100 NE 192nd Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98684
360.693.4746