Bitter Root Humane Association

Bitter Root Humane Association 262 Fairgrounds Rd. Hamilton, MT 59840
[email protected]
Phone: 406.363.5311

TODAY'S THE DAY! INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR The Howling! Don't delay! It's sure to be a sellout event that...
09/15/2025

TODAY'S THE DAY! INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR The Howling! Don't delay! It's sure to be a sellout event that you won't want to miss!

We’ve had so much going on this past week, we wanted to be sure to thank our at for their monthly delivery of goodi...
09/15/2025

We’ve had so much going on this past week, we wanted to be sure to thank our at for their monthly delivery of goodies! 😻 Want to sign up your mouse mafia for a box of their very own? Use coupon code BRHA and you’ll save 15% on your first box as well as get all our animals a $20 donation!

Sassy Cassie has left the building! This happy girl looks ready to start life with her new family RIGHT NOW!
09/14/2025

Sassy Cassie has left the building! This happy girl looks ready to start life with her new family RIGHT NOW!

Holstein and Honeycomb want you to know that they’d be happy watching with you. 😻🏈 And your favorite team is their fav...
09/14/2025

Holstein and Honeycomb want you to know that they’d be happy watching with you. 😻🏈 And your favorite team is their favorite team. 😉 Find something to cheer about TOGETHER!

King has been adopted! His mom was so excited to him! 🥰🐶
09/14/2025

King has been adopted! His mom was so excited to him! 🥰🐶

Gidget has been adopted! Her chose her to be their special kitty. 😻
09/14/2025

Gidget has been adopted! Her chose her to be their special kitty. 😻

Soba has been !🐶❤️ Have a great next chapter!
09/13/2025

Soba has been !🐶❤️ Have a great next chapter!

09/13/2025
Bodie has been with us since May when his person could no longer care for him. “Hello, I’m Bodie. I’m a seasoned fellow,...
09/13/2025

Bodie has been with us since May when his person could no longer care for him. “Hello, I’m Bodie. I’m a seasoned fellow, independent and mellow. My days are spent observing life, calm and collected, without much strife. I’m not one for being carried around, I prefer my paws firmly on the ground. I may be new here, but I’ve quickly learned the ropes. I’m no kitten, but that doesn’t mean I’ve given up hopes. I’m seeking a home, a place to rest my head, where I can live out my golden years, free of dread. Adopt me, and you’ll gain a friend, loyal and true, until the end.”

Meet Nellie! This sweetie is a 9 year old, Australian shepherd mix. Come meet her today! We’re open from 12-6 pm.
09/13/2025

Meet Nellie! This sweetie is a 9 year old, Australian shepherd mix. Come meet her today! We’re open from 12-6 pm.

09/12/2025

Come run for beer and meet some dogs from Bitter Root Humane Association tomorrow at Bitter Root Brewing!

5k start at 11am, followed by beer and dogs!

Thank you to for providing these handmade collars and bow ties for our adorable, ADOPTABLE pets! 😻🐶❤️ We appreciate ...
09/12/2025

Thank you to for providing these handmade collars and bow ties for our adorable, ADOPTABLE pets! 😻🐶❤️ We appreciate this special to help our and as they meet their new families!

Address

262 Fairgrounds Road
Hamilton, MT
59840

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+14063635311

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Who We Are

The Bitter Root Humane Association was formed in 1972 by a group of local animal lovers. At that time they built a shelter on Adirondac Street in Hamilton. In December of 1982 the City of Hamilton took over the property for a septic treatment plant. Without the necessary funds to relocate, the shelter was forced to close. Homes were found for the remaining animals and the shelter was dismantled. A new Board was chosen in 1983 and in 1984, Countess Margarite Bessenyey came to the rescue and gave the group land on Fairgrounds Road with a ninety-nine year lease. Six years later, in 1990 the Bessenyey Estate deeded the land to the Bitter Root Humane Association.

Betty Cook, as President in 1984, led the volunteers in raising money for the shelter. They did everything from holding dances to bake sales and raffles. Even without a shelter, they did the best they could and placed many stray animals and answered cruelty calls. By January of 1985, they had enough money (approximately $100,000.00) to put out for bids to build their shelter and building began in May 1985. That building is the current shelter facility at 262 Fairgrounds Road.