Windsor/Essex County Humane Society

Windsor/Essex County Humane Society The official page of the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society. We can't help them without your support.

We rely on public and corporate donations and fundraising campaigns to support our humane operations. The generosity of the community we serve helps us support the animals in our care and allows us to offer a wide range of programs and services. These services include cruelty investigations, humane education, assisting distressed and abused animals (domestic and wild), pet food bank, and our owned animal and feral spay and neuter programs.

Monday Morning Smile!"Kato was a 3 month old puppy when we got him and is now 1 year old. Kato is doing great! He is spo...
11/24/2025

Monday Morning Smile!

"Kato was a 3 month old puppy when we got him and is now 1 year old. Kato is doing great! He is spoiled rotten with lots of treats and lovings and has been on many vacations and adventures. He loves exploring new places, loves his car rides and making new friends. We are so happy to have Kato in our family he is so loved.🥰💓"

11/23/2025

For Giving Tuesday this year, we’re working to upgrade our 7 cat intake rooms — spaces with no windows that need a little extra love. With your help, we can:
✨ Add broad-spectrum lighting to mimic natural sunlight
✨ Install perch hideaways in every kennel
✨ Add monitors to play enrichment videos that keep cats comforted and entertained

These upgrades will make a huge difference for the thousands of cats who pass through our doors each year, helping them feel calmer, happier, and more at home.

🎁 Help us reach our goal before Giving Tuesday! Donate today to bring comfort and enrichment to cats who need it most.

https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/windsor-essex-county-humane-society/giving-tuesday-2025-cozy-cats

Don’t forget to stop by Rens Pets today for our Stuff a Van event! We’re in store until 2pm - donate an item from our wi...
11/23/2025

Don’t forget to stop by Rens Pets today for our Stuff a Van event! We’re in store until 2pm - donate an item from our wish list and be entered to win a $100 Rens Pets gift card!

These are the adoptable dogs that you can meet this Sunday at the Stuff a Van event at Ren's Pets! Stop by to say hello,...
11/23/2025

These are the adoptable dogs that you can meet this Sunday at the Stuff a Van event at Ren's Pets! Stop by to say hello, and grab a few items of our wishlist to donate to fill our van up with supplies for the shelter pets this holiday season. Each donor will get an entry to win a $100 Ren's Pets gift card!

*Times are estimates.

We are excited to be walking in the Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade! If you brought your dog, they just might get a speci...
11/22/2025

We are excited to be walking in the Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade! If you brought your dog, they just might get a special toy from our reindeer helpers!

Friday Featured Pet!Meet Milo - Your New Best Friend with a Lot to Say! Don't let his age fool you - Milo may have a lit...
11/21/2025

Friday Featured Pet!

Meet Milo - Your New Best Friend with a Lot to Say! Don't let his age fool you - Milo may have a little gray on his muzzle, but he's still full of life and has plenty of pep in his step! This sweet and spunky gentleman is looking for a forever home where he can enjoy the finer things in life: long naps, tasty treats, and telling you all about his day. Milo is an excellent communicator and isn't shy about sharing his thoughts (especially around mealtime!). Because he's quite the talker, he'd do best in a home with space-apartments aren't really his style. He needs a place where his voice can be heard... without getting you in trouble with the neighbors! Did we mention he loves food? He'll happily help clean the counters if you leave anything out, so he's hoping for a home with humans who are just a bit more careful than he is sneaky. Milo is a bit of a loner when it comes to other dogs. He doesn't want a rowdy roommate-just some peace and quiet. He's best suited to live with calm, respectful canine companions who understand personal space and won't pester him for playtime. If you're looking for a loyal, loving, and delightfully quirky best friend who's got stories to tell and snacks to share, Milo might just be your guy. Are you ready to hear all about it-from Milo himself?

Apply to adopt Milo at https://windsorhumane.org/dogs-puppies/

We have cat shelters available for purchase in shelter while supplies last. They are $30 each, and provide a cozy place ...
11/20/2025

We have cat shelters available for purchase in shelter while supplies last. They are $30 each, and provide a cozy place for community cats to stay during the cold winter months. Supplies are limited, but we will be making more throughout the next several months. To avoid disappointment, those interested can call 519-966-5751 first to check on supplies before coming to purchase.

A huge thank you to the Enterprise team for volunteering their time to build the shelters!

Fear and aggression don’t appear out of nowhere — they’re often the result of a mix of emotional, physical, and environm...
11/19/2025

Fear and aggression don’t appear out of nowhere — they’re often the result of a mix of emotional, physical, and environmental influences.

Some of the common causes of fear and aggression in both dogs and cats are:

😨 Fear or Anxiety: Rooted in negative or unpredictable experiences
😖 Pain or Illness: Physical discomfort often looks like “bad behavior”
🧸 Resource Guarding: Fear of losing access to valuable items
🧩 Frustration or Lack of Control: Feeling trapped or overstimulated
🐾 Poor Socialization or Traumatic Experiences: Lack of positive early experiences
🏡 Major Life Changes: New pets, new homes, or unfamiliar people
💢 Loud or Unpredictable Noises: Thunder, fireworks, vacuum cleaners, etc.
🧬 Genetics and Temperament: Some animals are naturally more cautious or assertive
🩺 Age-Related Changes: Declining senses or cognition can increase anxiety

Every pet is unique — two animals with similar experiences may react very differently. The key is understanding why they behave this way and helping them feel secure.

Why wait for Giving Tuesday? 💛We’re kicking off our Cozy Cats campaign early to make life more comfortable and enriching...
11/18/2025

Why wait for Giving Tuesday? 💛
We’re kicking off our Cozy Cats campaign early to make life more comfortable and enriching for the cats in our care!

Our goal: to raise funds for resting shelves and TVs to play calming, engaging videos in our cat rooms — simple upgrades that make a big difference for shelter cats while they wait for their forever homes.

Help us reach our goal by Giving Tuesday! Every donation, big or small, brings us one step closer to a cozier, happier shelter for our feline friends. 🐱💤

👉 Donate now: https://windsorhumane.org/giving-tuesday-cozy-cats/

Monday Morning Smile!"I adopted Peter the rabbit last week. I recently lost my dwarf bunny Charlie about 6 weeks ago. Hi...
11/17/2025

Monday Morning Smile!

"I adopted Peter the rabbit last week. I recently lost my dwarf bunny Charlie about 6 weeks ago. His sister Lucy whose almost 8 was missing her friend. I adopted her in November 2023 from the shelter.
We are taking it really slow. Peter has a 5×5 protected kennel space next to Lucy’s area. Lucy has free roam. Hoping with time and patience they will bond and have free roam together.
Peter is a very sweet boy. He loves to cuddle, have his ears and nose rubbed & is very curious of his surroundings. They both seem curious about each other. Peter will lay down in his kennel and Lucy will lay down or juat sit and watch him at the door.
Seniors have my heart ❤️ thank you for allowing me to adopt this wonderful senior boy. I hope he will be happy with us & eventually have a companion for his golden years."

Join us at Ren’s Pets on Sunday, November 23 from 11am–2pm as we try to fill our van with much-needed items for the anim...
11/17/2025

Join us at Ren’s Pets on Sunday, November 23 from 11am–2pm as we try to fill our van with much-needed items for the animals in our care this holiday season!

🐶 Our amazing volunteers will be on-site collecting donations — and for each donation you make, you’ll be entered to win a $100 Ren’s Pets gift card!

Plus, come meet some of our adoptable dogs who’ll be joining us throughout the day! Stay tuned to find out which furry friends will be making an appearance. 🐕💛

Let’s come together to make this season a little brighter for animals in need. 🎄

📍 Ren’s Pets
📅 Sunday, November 23
🕚 11am–2pm

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1375 Provincial Road
Windsor, ON
N8W5V8

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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+15199665751

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