Belleville Area Humane Society

12/24/2024

It's Christmas Eve and these two puppies had nowhere to go. Thin and bedraggled, they desperately chased down a good Samaritan and his daughter. The kind duo purchased puppy food and set out to find help.

Luckily, these puppies didn't have to go far and they won't have to sleep in a manger tonight. They'll be snug and warm in a foster home. We are so grateful, especially today on Christmas Eve, that we're able to offer care and shelter to pups in need.

If these are your puppies, please contact Belleville Area Humane Society at 618 235 3712. We're available with food, supplies, and knowledge to help you get your puppies to a healthy weight (and stay there).

If no one comes forward, they will be available in the new year for an adoption.

12/24/2024

🚨We're open today from 10:00am - 2:00pm! 🚨

Stop in and adopt a new puppy, adult dog, cat or kitten just in time for Christmas.

Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.

12/23/2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on our incredible year at the Belleville Area Humane Society.

This year, in partnership with the Best Friends Prince and Paws Shelter Collaborative Program, we launched our regional shelter mentorship program, serving 5,673 pets in five (5) shelters across southern Illinois.

One of the pets served through this program was Shirley.

Shirley was picked up as a stray by a Good Samaritan and brought to our partner shelter, Madison County Animal Control, with a significant leg wound.

Shirley was transferred to our shelter to receive the medical care she needed.

Upon arrival, Shirley was thoroughly assessed, revealing her leg wound went through all layers of skin and she was underweight. Shirley needed daily bandage changes from our medical team, and she proved to be an excellent patient.

Shirley spent time in foster care for final healing and became a staff favorite, often going on sleepovers. After 133 days in our care, she finally found her forever family.

Every day, we show up for pets. Whether it’s a normal Thursday, a historic flood, or Christmas day, we’re here because we believe in compassion for pets and compassion for people.

We care for pets, and we care for people.

As we look forward to a new year filled with wet noses and kitty purrs, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a part of our lifesaving mission.

Your generosity and love for animals inspires us every day. Click the link below to continue supporting our lifesaving work.

❤️ With heartfelt thanks and warm wishes,
BAHS Staff, Pups, and Kitties

12/21/2024

Come get yourself a dog or cat or kitten or puppy.

That's it, just do it.

And don't forget about our adoption event at Petsmart - Belleville Crossing today from 12:00 - 3:00pm. We will have puppies and kittens looking for a new family to call their own.

That's it, do it. m a call at 618-235-3712.

12/20/2024

Stop by the shelter tomorrow and adopt a new furry friend just in time for the howl'idays!

And don't forget we will have puppies and kittens at PetSmart - Belleville Crossing from 12:00 - 3:00pm tomorrow, Saturday, December 21st!

Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.

12/20/2024

Join us TOMORROW, Saturday, December 21st, from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Belleville Crossing PetSmart for a BAHS Howl'iday adoption event! 🐶🐱

We'll have Cedar’s adorable puppies and a litter of kittens (kitten photos coming soon!) looking for a new loving family. Don’t miss your chance to adopt these bundles of joy.

📍 Belleville Crossing - PetSmart
🗓️ Saturday, Dec 21 | 12-3 PM

Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.

12/19/2024

‼WARNING - GRAPHIC IMAGES‼

Meet Mario—a brave boy who came to us from a partner facility. His story is a powerful reminder that a dog’s mental well-being is as important as physical health.

Shelters can be overwhelming environments for animals, filled with unpredictable routines, confinement for long periods, and loud noises. For Mario, this stress took a devastating toll.

When he arrived, it was clear that he was underweight and exhibiting signs of severe kennel stress. During his medical evaluation, our team discovered an injury to his tail. This injury, caused by excessive wagging—a condition known as "happy tail"—was so severe that it fell off late Tuesday night, exposing bone.

Our medical team treated the injury and wrapped the tail. However, due to the severity of the damage, emergency surgery was necessary, and our veterinarian performed an amputation yesterday.

Now, Mario is on the road to recovery.

Alongside his physical care—like a specialized high-protein diet three times a day and treatment for his injuries—we’re providing him with the mental enrichment he desperately needs to heal: office breaks, peaceful walks with our amazing volunteers, cozy blankets, peanut butter Kongs, and engaging snuffle mats.

But Mario needs YOU to continue his journey to health and happiness. Your donation ensures that Mario—and dogs like him—can receive the care they need to thrive.

We are also seeking Mario to heal in a foster home this holiday season. If you have room in your heart and home, please call Amanda at 314-669-6257.

12/19/2024

Our inn is full, is yours too?

You can help by sponsoring one of our kennel dogs or adult cats this howl'iday season.

Sponsor a dog for $250 🐶
Sponsor a cat for $125 🐱

You can sponsor a pet by emailing [email protected]. Alternatively, you can visit our website, click on the pet's profile, and give through the donate button.

12/18/2024

🚨Our shelter is FULL!🚨

We need your help! Our shelter is currently at critical capacity, with no open kennels for incoming dogs. Our intake is overflowing, and we’re doing everything possible. That’s where YOU come in!

Stop by the shelter today and adopt. We're here from 10:00am - 5:00pm.

***We will be closed from 1:00 - 2:00pm today for our staff holiday party.****

Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.

12/17/2024

Can you believe Smores has been waiting for his forever home since AUGUST? 💔

This sweet, adventurous boy has spent months watching other cats leave, hoping his turn will come. Smores is as perfect as they come—he loves other cats, is outgoing and playful, and adores lounging on the cat tree. Yet, day after day, he’s overlooked.

It breaks our hearts to see such a wonderful cat still waiting. Could you be the one to give him the love and home he’s been dreaming of? 🏡

Come meet Smores today and help us rewrite his story.

12/17/2024

A HUGE thank you to McCullough's Flooring & Outlet Center for sponsoring the adoption fees for SIX of our amazing kennel dogs: Ladybug, Barako, Buttercup, Comet, Zoey, and Rhett!

Your continued support makes such a difference in the lives of our pets.

✨Looking to spread some holiday cheer?✨ You can sponsor a dog or cat’s adoption fee and help them find their forever home! Email [email protected] to learn more.

And if you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family, stop by to meet our wonderful dogs and cats waiting for adoption.

12/16/2024

It’s back, New Years for the Strays - Trivia Night 2025!

Mark your calendars for Friday, January 10th, at the elegant Ritz-Carlton, Saint Louis

Tables are ON SALE NOW – grab yours at a special discounted rate and be part of the biggest night of the year for pets in our community.

This event is the Coalition for Pet Progress's largest fundraiser and proceeds directly support the life-saving work of animal welfare organizations in the Greater St. Louis community.

Let's come together for a night of fun, celebration, and making a difference for animals in need. We can’t wait to see YOU there!

🎟️ Reserve Your Table Today: triviaforstrays.givesmart.com

A heartfelt thank you to Purina, for their unwavering support and commitment to helping pets and their people. 🐶🐱

12/16/2024

✨Holiday Cuteness Overload Alert!✨

Join us Saturday, December 21st, from 12 PM to 3 PM at the Belleville Crossing PetSmart for an adoption event filled with furry joy! 🐶🐱

We'll have Cedar’s adorable puppies and a litter of kittens looking for their forever homes. Don’t miss your chance to meet these sweet bundles of love and make this holiday season unforgettable!

Come for the snuggles, stay for the purrs and tail wags!

📍 Belleville Crossing - PetSmart
🗓️ Saturday, Dec 21 | 12-3 PM

12/15/2024

We are back open with limited staff, so please be patient with us today. We will be open until 3pm today for walk in adoptions.

We are only open today thanks to dedicated volunteers (thank you Cori!). If you would like to volunteer with us, please email [email protected] or fill out the form on our website.

12/15/2024

We are closing the adoption center early today due to unforeseen circumstances. WE WILL OPEN BACK UP AT NOON thank you to volunteers who are coming up in short notice. If you are interested in volunteering with us, please email Kelly at [email protected] or fill out an application online.

Animal care staff and volunteers, please enter through the back gate. We will reopen with regular staff on Tuesday at 10:00am.

Sorry for the inconvenience, and thank you for understanding.

**Atticus for tax**

12/14/2024

Recently, we teamed up with other organizations to rescue 230 dogs from commercial breeding facilities—dogs who were desperate for help. Some wagged their tails, eager for love. Others trembled, struggling to trust. Many had never walked on a leash and needed to be carried to the play yards.

Most of these dogs arrived with urgent medical needs: untreated infections, cancerous tumors, painful dental disease, parasites, and more. But when other shelters said no, we said yes.

Why? Because we believe compassion and care work miracles.

Thanks to supporters like you, we provide hope for animals who’ve never known kindness. With every gentle touch, nutritious meal, and necessary medical care, we rewrite their stories—from one of despair to one of joy.

This holiday season, you can be the reason more pets find safety, health, and the love they’ve always deserved. Your gift directly impacts their lives and makes our purpose like this possible.

🎁Every donation makes a difference - no matter the size!🎁

Together, we can continue to say yes to those who need us most.

Click the link and watch our rescue video.

This holiday season, we are reminded of the resilience & hope felt every day at the Belleville Area Humane Society. Will you give to help rescue more dogs an...

12/13/2024

Stop in this weekend and adopt a new furry family member just in time for the holidays.

We're here 10:00am - 5:00pm tomorrow and 10:00am - 3:00pm on Sunday. Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.

12/13/2024

It's Friday the 13th, and the only thing spooky is the number of animals we have available for adoption at the shelter!

Stop in and meet your newest member if your pack today. We're open 10:00am - 5:00pm. Questions? Give our team a call at 618-235-3712.