The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth has been serving the community since 1927. The humane society is self-funded and self-governed.
In 2012, the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society and the Stratford SPCA combined under one organization and board of directors to create KWSPHS. The Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society and Stratford Perth Humane Society have long standing histories of serving people and pets in their communities. In 2012, the two organizations joined to become one of Ontario's largest animal welfare charities. Today,
they are known as The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth, which operate animal centres in Kitchener and Stratford. Together, they service the areas of Kitchener, Waterloo, Wilmot, Woolwich, Wellesley, Stratford and Perth County. The humane society also helps animals outside of these areas, as time and resources allow. Outside of contracts for animal services, they receive no government funding. Instead, they rely on the generosity of donors to help animals within their communities and to provide animal welfare focused education and outreach. MISSION
We are leaders in animal welfare in our communities, focusing on the responsible treatment of animals through education, compliance, advocacy and care. VISION
Communities that value and respect animals. VALUES
Serving communities
Humane treatment of animals
Innovation and learning
Compassion and dedication
Leadership and collaboration
Accountability
We want to give parents a break with our Paws for Parents program. Let us entertain your kids for a whole morning so you can have some "me" time. Grab a coffee with a friend you haven't seen in a while, get some holiday shopping done, or just use the time to relax at your home in peace.
You can win a spot for your child for this Saturday's "Morning Off." Just comment below with how you would spend your kid-free morning and share this post. Winners will be announced on Friday, November 9th.
We have a few openings left for tonight's Yoga for the Animals session at our Stratford location! This relaxing hour is led by certified instructor, Jaci Sinclair, and accompanied by a variety of furry friends. Unwind with us tonight!
Our next Nail Trim Clinic is happening tomorrow from 2-4pm at our Kitchener centre. All dogs, cats, and small animals are welcome. No appointment necessary!
We are so excited for Eva! She was the big winner of our Taylor Swift 50/50 raffle and came by the centre this week so we could all congratulate her in person. Eva is a HUGE Swiftie and she can't wait to see Taylor Swift at The Eras Tour next week. We're so happy for you, Eva!
Thank you to everyone who entered this exciting contest. We are the real winners here because we have such an incredible community supporting us ❤️
11/06/2024
2 senior pets are better than one! November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and we're highlighting adoptable animals that are young at heart. Meet Freckle & Minnie!
These two ladies are a bonded pair who love each other very much. They must be adopted together and we know the perfect home is out there for both of these cuties!
To learn more about Freckle & Minnie, please visit our website.
Garret the Ferret can't even believe how quickly Kitchener dates booked up this year for Holiday Pet Pics! But don't worry... we've heard your requests and we're happy to report that there are 2 more KW dates open for booking!
Huge thank you to Clean & Tidy for sponsoring this fun event!
Is your pet up-to-date on their rabies vaccine? Would you like to have your pet microchipped for peace of mind? Sign up for our Rabies & Microchip Clinic!
We have some spots available this Friday at our Kitchener location. $40 for either service or $70 for both!
Did you know November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month?? We have some senior adoptable animals who would love the chance to find their purrfect retirement homes.
Meet Pepper! He is a very sweet 10-year-old kitty. He seems to enjoy cuddling on a lap, tummy rubs, and snoozing on the back of a chair. Pepper squeaks more than meows and has an adorable purr. He is fascinated by the curious squirrels and birds who gather on the deck at his foster home. He would make a lovely addition to any family!
This sweet boy has been waiting patiently for his forever home. Meet Fred!
Fred is looking for someone to love him and teach him how to be the best dog he can be. He is sometimes a little fearful of new people, but it only takes a few minutes for him to realize you're not a stranger, you're just a friend he hasn't met yet!
If you think Fred is the pup for you, visit our website to learn more about him!
Why not sign up for our Paws for Parents Program and leave your kids with us while you enjoy some much deserved "me time." Get your holiday shopping done, pamper yourself with a spa day, or just use the quiet time to watch your favourite shows on your own comfy couch in peace!
Our next available dates are November 9th in KW and November 16th in Stratford. Visit our website for all the details and to sign up!
It's Animal Shelter Appreciation Week and we'd just like to say a BIG thank you to everyone who helps us to continue our mission of helping animals and people in our community. Thank you to our amazing staff, incredible volunteers, and to each and every person who supports our organization in one way or another! We couldn't do this without all of you ❤️
We are ready for the next chapter and cannot wait to begin construction on our Community Outreach Building. With this brand new facility, we can better assist our community and help to ensure every pet and family receives the support they need. We call this our Better Together Campaign! To learn more about it, please visit our website!
His stare may be a little intense, but make no mistake... Sarge is a total softy!
This handsome guy is an absolute cuddle bug. He had a bit of a rough upbringing and used to live out on the mean streets of KW, but now he's ready to find a home to call his own. He's putting his scrappy, wild cat days behind him, but because of his past experience in having to compete with other cats for food, he'd prefer to be the only furry family member in the home.
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and we'd like to showcase some of our older adoptable animals. Animals just like Bambi!
Bambi is as sweet as can be. This 10-years-young pup is ready to find her forever snuggle buddy. She loves to go for walks, but can get tuckered out after a bit and longs to lounge on a comfy couch.
Senior animals have SO much love to give. If you're looking to add a new furry family member, consider an older pet!
Join us this Thursday for our next Yoga for the Animals session!
Grab your mat and enjoy an hour of Cat and Cows, Downward Dogs and Pigeons. Our furry friends will roam around the room throughout the hour. Located at our Stratford centre!
Sometimes adopted animals just need a little time and love to really come out of their shells. Here is Sawyer & Ollie's Happy Tail!
"Our first week with Sawyer and Ollie has been very fun. The boys were a little shy at first but slowly they are coming out of their shells. They love to play with toys, look outside, and they love to chase each other around the house. They like to cuddle in bed and on the couch and they love having lots of belly rubs. We are so thankful these boys have come into our lives."
11/03/2024
We are looking for some amazing people to join our team!
We are currently hiring for the role of Manager of Events & Partnerships, Events Coordinator, and Community Engagement Educator. If you think one of these roles would be purrfect for you, visit our website to learn more about the positions and to apply!
Snoop and Bowser sure had fun playing together this week. Just look at their goofy antics!
These playful pups are ready to find their forever homes. If you are looking for a fun new best friend, visit our website to learn more about our adoptable dogs!
We are so thankful for amazing local businesses like The Co-operators General Insurance Company in Cambridge. Every year their office hosts a one-day charity event that they call their “Party with a Purpose - In Memory of Kim Filer, Sharon Sherk and Benjamin Hepburn”.
This year we were one of three charities that they supported through this event. They raised over $8,000 for The Humane Society!!
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We are so excited for Eva! She was the big winner of our Taylor Swift 50/50 raffle and came by the centre this week so we could all congratulate her in person. Eva is a HUGE Swiftie and she can't wait to see Taylor Swift at The Eras Tour next week. We're so happy for you, Eva!
Thank you to everyone who entered this exciting contest. We are the real winners here because we have such an incredible community supporting us ❤️
You've been at the edge of your seat, waiting for the winning number of our Taylor Swift 50/50 Raffle to be drawn... The wait is OVER!
Congratulations to winning number 558389850. You have won 2 tickets to The Eras Tour as well as our incredible cash jackpot prize!
Thank you SO much to everyone who entered this raffle and shared it with friends. We are blown away by our amazing community. This exciting contest went far beyond the amount we ever expected to raise. We will be able to help so many animals and people in our community because of this incredible fundraising event! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💗
There have been some strange goings on at our centre today...
This mysterious bird showed up and started running amuck. Good thing we have a resident wizard to keep things quite cool.
Happy Halloween, everyone! 👻🎃🐥🧙♂️
The results are in, y'all! The mystery of Nikki is finally solved. Did you guess correctly??
What is Nikki??
We went around asking our coworkers what kind of dog they think Nikki might be... or if he's even a dog? What's your guess?
Stay tuned for part 2 where we solve the mystery and reveal his DNA test results!
We had a little surprise for adoptable dog Sapphire!
This playful girl is looking for a forever home where she can play fetch all the time. Well, maybe not all the time. She does love a good cuddle here and there too!
Adopt Sapphire today!
https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/dogs
This little lady was recently adopted, but we just had to share her adorable, high pitched purr with everyone! Volume up!
We love seeing all the unique personalities that the cats in our care have. We love it even more when we see them find their purrfect families! Adopt a cat today!
https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/cats
Can you help us name this adorable cat??
This sweet boy came to us as a stray. He didn't want to put weight on one of his back legs and after our medical team examined him, they determined his leg would need to be removed. Being a 3-legged cat doesn't seem to bother him at all! This happy guy gets around just fine, and boy, does he love to purr!
Comment with your name suggestions for this cutie! The name with the most likes will be chosen, so be sure to 'like' your favourite suggestions too!
We continue to help animals like this every day, thanks to generous donations from our community members. If you would like to donate toward his care, please visit our website 🧡
https://kwsphumane.ca/donate
Peanut is no "one trick pony!"
This intelligent pup loves learning new skills. He's very eager to impress his people and wants to do a great job! He'd make an excellent addition for someone looking to do fun activities with their dog. He even has a reduced adoption fee to help him find the perfect family!
To learn more about Peanut and to apply, visit our website!
https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/dogs
When you know, you know! Come visit our centre and meet your new best friend! 🐾
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Andes is an adorable, fluffy puppy who is sure to catch attention. Like many puppies, he definitely has a mischievous side! He struggles with impulse control and resource guarding. Andes is also highly touch-sensitive and will require a family with teenaged children at the youngest who understands how to manage this.
In his foster home, he's made significant progress by learning from a confident, well-structured dog. However, he wouldn’t do well with a nervous dog, as he tends to become reactive and assertive in such situations.
Andes needs a knowledgeable home that can provide plenty of structure and routine. If you think you have the right home for this cutie, visit our website to apply!
https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/dogs
The Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society was founded in 1927 with a mission of helping lost, abandoned or abused animals get a second chance at life. In 2012, we assumed ownership of the long-standing Perth County OSPCA branch, renaming it the Stratford Perth Humane Society. Since 2012, we have been known as one organization, now called the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth.
The Humane Society exists to help animals in need in our communities. We operate two locations - the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society in Kitchener, and the Stratford Perth Humane Society in Stratford. Together they service the areas of Kitchener, Waterloo, Wilmot, Woolwich, Wellesley, Stratford and Perth County. From time to time we help animals outside of these areas, as time and resources allow.
The Humane Society is self-funded and self- governed. Outside of contracts for animal protection services, we receive no government funding. We rely on the generosity of our donors to help animals within our communities and to provide animal welfare focused community education and outreach.
We offer a variety of community programs for youth and adults, as well as low-cost veterinary options such as microchipping, trap-neuter-return / barn cat programs, and spay/neuter services.
For more information on our organization, along with our programs and services, we gladly invite you to visit our website at kwsphumane.ca.
