The Washington Area Humane Society is a no-kill shelter, meaning we do not euthanize animals to make room for other animals. We pride ourselves on giving every animal a second, even third chance at a loving permanent home regardless of age or medical condition. Our only exceptions are those cases where "quality of life" is severely affected and for cases of public safety. We would not knowingly allow an animal to suffer nor pose a safety risk to the community.

WAHS is funded solely by private contributions, takes in more than 4,000 animals and investigates 700 abuse cases annually. Please consider becoming a WAHS member, PATHS member or Club 360 member. Your financial support via membership allows us to continue our work providing the necessary care to the animals who fid their way to our shelter.

For more information about WAHS operations and policies see Tips & Links section.

The No Kill Shelter Conundrum     

When people find out that this is a no kill shelter they sigh with relief. The reality is that what makes this a feel-good public policy is also what makes it even more difficult to maintain.

The shelter has 36 kennels for dogs and can house about 100 cats. When our animals are not quickly adopted and there is no more room at the inn, we rely of Foster Parents to help.

We are always seeking your help in adopting these pets, and in donating money and supplies.

For more information about the shelter and answers to many common questions click here.

Veterinary Care Services

The clinic was started for animals adopted from our shelter and other animals in the same family. It is now available to anyone with a pet. Our vet techs will see clients on scheduled clinic days at our facility. An appointment is required. The annual membership fee of $30.00 will entitle your pet to unlimited office visits during the year. Application and fee schedule

Cats*
Female: $75.00
Male: $45.00

* Feline Leukemia Test is required prior to Spay or Neuter

Dogs by Weight
Up to 25 lbs: $75.00
26 - 50lbs: $95.00
51 - 100: $115.00

An appointment must be scheduled for all procedures.
Call 724-222-7387

Rabies Vaccination
Distemper
Feline Leukemia Test
Fecal Exams
Heartworm Test
Bordatella Vaccine
Coronivirus
Lyme Vaccine
Flea Control
Declaw

An appointment must be scheduled for all procedures.
Call 724-222-7387

Humane Education Programs - available to your children FREE of charge

Students will learn that pet animals require daily and lifetime care. Children will be taught to identify and list pet care needs. A pet will accompany the instructor, unless otherwise noted.

Students will learn how to approach an unfamiliar pet, and what to do if they are approached by a stray dog or cat. They will learn what to do and what not do with wild animals. They will be taught what steps to take in order to keep their pet from becoming lost and what they can do to locate a lost pet. A pet will accompany the instructor, unless otherwise noted.

Students will learn about several of the common illnesses found in cats and dogs. They will be able to recognize when their pet is ill and learn some steps that they can take to help their pet to get well again.