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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. |