Capital Area Humane Society

Capital Area Humane Society The Capital Area Humane Society (CAHS) is a non-profit, animal-welfare organization in Lansing, MI. More than 10,000 animals come through our doors each year.

At the Capital Area Humane Society, we are passionate about animals. Our wide variety of programs and services exist to serve the pets and people of Mid-Michigan. We have an excellent staff of nearly 40 animal lovers who see each adoption as a victory. More than 2,500 volunteers devote 32,000+ hours of time each year to ensure our animals are properly socialized, exercised, and loved. The shelter

receives no tax dollars or government funding and relies on the generosity of donors to help us provide love, food, shelter, and medical care to homeless and abandoned pets. We are a local, private, and independent animal welfare organization founded in Lansing in 1936 and all donations and gifts directed to the CAHS are used to assist the animals in the greater Lansing community. Facebook Comment Policy

This page is maintained by CAHS staff. Thank you for liking us and for supporting the animals! We monitor this page as much as possible, and try to respond to every person. We also monitor comments, and those that do not fall within our commenting policy will be deleted. You can see the policy we follow below:


• You must be over 13-years-old to post comments
• Please do not use profanity in your comments/messages
• Please do not post personal attacks, or excessive and explicit criticism of CAHS supporters or other humane or rescue organizations or individuals
• Please avoid excessive negativity, and incitement, and/or approval of violent or illegal activities
• Please do not post unlawful or objectionable content, including unlawful, harassing, defamatory, abusive, threatening, harmful, graphic, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, racially offensive, or otherwise objectionable material
• We do not allow advertising
• Please avoid spamming or off-topic material
• If you use multiple logins for the purpose of disrupting the community or annoying other users, you may have action taken against you
• Please refrain from posting requests for financial assistance on your personal owned pets. We aim to keep discussion within our online communities focused on joining together to save homeless pets, so rescue-driven fundraisers for CAHS are fine. We will remove content and messages which do not follow the above guidelines. Capital Area Humane Society reserves the right to delete any contribution, or take action against any account, at any time, for any reason, including permanent bans of your IP address. We reserve the right to modify or expand the above guidelines as necessary. Thank you for supporting the Capital Area Humane Society!

Happy Gotcha' Day to six amazing new best friends! A big thank you to everyone that came out to visit with the animals a...
02/07/2025

Happy Gotcha' Day to six amazing new best friends! A big thank you to everyone that came out to visit with the animals at the shelter today.

Photo Credit: CAHS Staff & Volunteers

Happy Tails!Sponsored by Dowding Industries, Inc.Colleen adopted Tiny Tina ( now Nina ) July 2024. Here's some cuteness ...
02/06/2025

Happy Tails!
Sponsored by Dowding Industries, Inc.

Colleen adopted Tiny Tina ( now Nina ) July 2024. Here's some cuteness to enjoy.

" She was a very scared little girl when we adopted her, but her confidence has grown in leaps and bounds. Now she is a goofy little cuddle bug and agent of chaos who loves to snooze on her humans, use dog beds in the most creative ways, and guard the house with her much-adored big brother Banjo (a 2018 CAHS alum). We are so happy Nina has joined our family! "

Thank you for choosing adoption Collen! Banjo and Nina are certainly living their best lives!

Congratulations to these lucky seven who are spending the night in their new homes! Thank you to everyone who came out t...
02/06/2025

Congratulations to these lucky seven who are spending the night in their new homes! Thank you to everyone who came out to visit with our animals at the shelter today.

Photo Credit: Cheryl & Dick Rice & CAHS Staff & Volunteers

02/05/2025

Pet of the Week!!

Cocoa is absolutely loving life in her cozy foster home, soaking up all the love and snuggles she can get! She’s a professional cuddle enthusiast, curling up for the dreamiest of naps with her foster by her side.

Don’t be fooled by her love of snoozing—this playful pup has a silly side too! Just take a peek at Cocoa showing off her skills in a game of balloon toss.

She’s the perfect mix of sweet and spunky, making every moment with her an absolute treat!

It's Waggin' Tail Wednesday—the most pawsome day of the week!Say a big, tail-wagging hello to Keller and Cobra, two deli...
02/05/2025

It's Waggin' Tail Wednesday—the most pawsome day of the week!

Say a big, tail-wagging hello to Keller and Cobra, two delightful doggos overflowing with love, zoomies, and heart-melting cuddles! These playful pups are ready to sprinkle your life with joy, wiggles, and non-stop adventure.

But wait—there’s more furry fun to be had! We’ve got a whole pack of lovable pups just waiting to meet you, and one of them might just be your paw-fect match!

And here’s the best treat of all: every Wednesday, adoption fees for adult dogs are reduced! So, if you’re looking for a four-legged bestie, today’s the day to fetch your new furry friend. Carmen and Viper can’t wait to wag their way into your heart—don’t keep them waiting!

Congratulations to these sweet seven cuties that went home today!Thank you to everyone who came out to visit with our an...
02/05/2025

Congratulations to these sweet seven cuties that went home today!
Thank you to everyone who came out to visit with our animals here at the shelter.

Photo Credit: CAHS Volunteers & Staff

It’s Mews-day Tuesday!!Today is the purr-fect day to find your whiskered soulmate! Whether you're searching for a snuggl...
02/04/2025

It’s Mews-day Tuesday!!

Today is the purr-fect day to find your whiskered soulmate! Whether you're searching for a snuggle specialist, a top-tier biscuit maker, or a sassy little fluff with cattitude for days, we’ve got the kitty of your dreams waiting for you.

And guess what? Adoption fees for all adult cats and kittens are paws-itively reduced today! Don’t let this meow-gical opportunity slip through your claws—come meet your new feline bestie!

Congratulations to these terrific thirteen animals who are enjoying their new homes tonight. Thank you for everyone who ...
02/04/2025

Congratulations to these terrific thirteen animals who are enjoying their new homes tonight. Thank you for everyone who came out today and visited with our animals here at the shelter!

Photo Credit: CAHS Staff & Volunteers

In celebration of Black History Month, CAHS would like to recognize the contributions made by Dr. Lila Miller, known as ...
02/03/2025

In celebration of Black History Month, CAHS would like to recognize the contributions made by Dr. Lila Miller, known as “the Mother of Shelter Medicine” to the animal sheltering community. Much of the success CAHS has had in placing animals in loving homes can be credited to improvements in sheltering developed and advocated by Dr. Miller.

As one of the first Black women to graduate from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1977, Dr. Miller has devoted her career to aiding homeless animals.

When she graduated, life for pets in animal shelters was very different from today. Annual euthanasia rates were in the multi-millions, with animals often put down due to a lack of space, minor temperament issues, or treatable illnesses.

Back then, Dr. Miller notes, caring for those animals wasn’t widely seen as a promising career path. “There was a real stigma attached to veterinarians working in shelters,” she recalls. “The perception was that the only vets who worked there were at the end of their careers, or they couldn’t hack it in the real world.”

Today, thanks in large part to Dr. Miller’s efforts, shelter medicine is its own recognized specialty. It’s essentially a hybrid of two fields, combining the practices of large-animal veterinarians (managing the health of creatures living closely together in large groups, like herds of dairy cows) with that of companion animal vets, who care for individual dogs, cats, and other household pets.

Shelter medicine also addresses how the stress and logistics of living in a shelter can impact both mental and physical wellbeing. “One of the things we’ve implemented, that I’m very proud of, is understanding the importance of environmental and behavioral enrichment,” Dr. Miller says. “In the past, you’d put an animal in a cage and give them food and water, and that was it. Now, we recognize that the animal needs so much more.”

Throughout her career, Dr. Miller has helped countless shelters and at-risk animals. In the late seventies, as an animal care supervisor for the ASPCA—which then operated five full-service shelters in NYC—she developed and implemented new animal care and triage training programs for staff and created new adoptability criteria to move animals out of shelters quickly to prevent the spread of disease.

Dr. Miller also co-taught the first shelter medicine class at Cornell. She co-founded the Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) and co-authored ASV’s 2010 Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters, the first scientific document by veterinarians that addresses the care and welfare of shelter animals. Dr. Miller also co-edited four shelter medicine textbooks that are widely used today, and she lectures at veterinary colleges and conferences around the world.

Pet of the Week!Meet Cocoa!!Cocoa is a sweet 1-year-old pup with a playful and affectionate personality. She loves playi...
02/03/2025

Pet of the Week!

Meet Cocoa!!

Cocoa is a sweet 1-year-old pup with a playful and affectionate personality. She loves playing with toys and enjoys treats, although she can be a bit picky about them. Chest and shoulder pets are her favorite, and she quickly warms up to people after a little time.

Cocoa spent some time in foster care, where she settled in quickly and revealed her cuddly side. Once comfortable, she has no sense of personal space and loves being close to her people.

While she still has some puppy energy, she knows how to relax and snuggle, making her a delightful companion. Although she doesn’t seem to know any commands yet, she has plenty of potential to learn with a bit of patience and encouragement.

Pop by the shelter to meet this lovely girl with the best ears today!

Cocoa is spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives.

As we end Animal Care Appreciation Week, we want to thank Laurel, Ella, A.J., Isabelle, Adrianna, and Shayla. They work ...
02/01/2025

As we end Animal Care Appreciation Week, we want to thank Laurel, Ella, A.J., Isabelle, Adrianna, and Shayla.

They work tirelessly to ensure our animals receive the best care possible, and go above and beyond every single day.

We are so grateful for their dedication, compassion, and hard work.

What a great day for adoptions! Congratulations to these terrific twenty-one animals who are spending the rest of the we...
02/01/2025

What a great day for adoptions! Congratulations to these terrific twenty-one animals who are spending the rest of the weekend in their new homes. Thank you to everyone who visited with our animals here at the shelter.

Photo: CAHS Volunteers & Staff

We are so grateful for our hardworking and dedicated staff members, Ayva, Luke, Wally, Adrian, and Nicki. They truly mak...
02/01/2025

We are so grateful for our hardworking and dedicated staff members, Ayva, Luke, Wally, Adrian, and Nicki.

They truly make a difference in the lives of our shelter pets. Thank you so much for all you do.

Congratulations to these fabulous five that are spending the night in their new homes! Thank you to everyone who came ou...
02/01/2025

Congratulations to these fabulous five that are spending the night in their new homes! Thank you to everyone who came out to visit with our animals on this rainy day.

Photo Credit: CAHS Staff & Volunteers

01/31/2025

Pet of the Week!!!

Roxie is the absolute best girl! Don’t miss your chance to meet this spectacular sweetheart—she’s ready to steal your heart!

A BIG thank you to our amazing staff members, Chelsey, Emily, Katie, and Chelsea. They go above and beyond every day to ...
01/31/2025

A BIG thank you to our amazing staff members, Chelsey, Emily, Katie, and Chelsea. They go above and beyond every day to keep our animals safe, healthy, and loved. We couldn’t do it without them!

NAIL TRIM CLINIC TOMORROWDoes your cat, dog, rabbit, guinea pig, or ferret need a nail trim?Topher’s Paw Co. will be at ...
01/31/2025

NAIL TRIM CLINIC TOMORROW

Does your cat, dog, rabbit, guinea pig, or ferret need a nail trim?

Topher’s Paw Co. will be at CAHS today, Saturday, February 1 from 1:30-3:00 p.m.

Individuals attending this event may park in our main parking lot and enter the building through our Education and Training Center facing West Grand River Avenue. Topher's crew will be available to direct you. Please remember to have all pets on a leash or in a carrier.

Nail trims are $13 or $18 with a grind. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the pets at CAHS.

Come out and support an amazing local business and help CAHS save more lives!

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7095 W Grand River Avenue
Lansing, MI
48906

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

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Pet of the Week!! Cocoa is absolutely loving life in her cozy foster home, soaking up all the love and snuggles she can get! She’s a professional cuddle enthusiast, curling up for the dreamiest of naps with her foster by her side. Don’t be fooled by her love of snoozing—this playful pup has a silly side too! Just take a peek at Cocoa showing off her skills in a game of balloon toss. She’s the perfect mix of sweet and spunky, making every moment with her an absolute treat! #AdoptLansing #PetOfTheWeek #AdultDogsRock

Pet of the Week!!! Roxie is the absolute best girl! Don’t miss your chance to meet this spectacular sweetheart—she’s ready to steal your heart! #PetoftheWeek #AdultDogsRock #AdoptLansing

Pet of the Week Shawlo is having a blast in the snow, chasing after his favorite toy in an epic game of fetch—his all-time favorite snowy adventure! #PetoftheWeek #AdoptLansing #AdultDogsRock

Come on over and meet your new furry friend! Our playful, wiggly pups are full of charm and ready to bring endless joy to your life. All puppies are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives. #AdoptLansing

Pet of the Week!! Shawlo is such a sweetie-pie, always ready to share his kisses and happy energy! He loves playing outside, zooming around with his favorite toys, and making every moment an adventure. This joyful boy is patiently waiting for his fur-ever family to join in on the fun. Could Shawlo be the paw-fect addition to your home? #PetoftheWeek #AdoptLansing #AdultDogsRock

Pet of the Week Our handsome guy, Shawlo, enjoying some social time with friends! #AdoptLansing #AdultDogsRock #PetoftheWeek

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UPDATE: MOCHA HAS BEEN ADOPTED! Mocha is a lovely lady. She loves to use her scratcher and receive lots of chin scratches, too. #PetoftheWeek #AdoptMocha

Clive Barker is a playful pup! He'd love to share his home with a dog friend, too. #AdoptLansing #AdoptCliveBarker

Clive Barker is such a good boy. After playtime with some toys, Clive's ready for a little lovin'. #AdoptLansing #AdoptCliveBarker

Chance is a gentle boy who loves affection and TREATS! #AdoptLansing #AdoptChance #AdultDogsRock

Our Holiday Sleepover is here! Sweet Pea has her bags packed and is on her way to a holiday filled with love, snuggles, and a warm home. Our holiday sleepover is your chance to open your heart and home to a shelter dog. It's not only a break from kennel life, it's the gift of hope and love, even if it may be for just a few nights. #AdoptLansing #HolidaySleepover

Pet of the Week! Juice is a little unsure about shelter life, but some tasty treats always make things better. #AdoptLansing. #AdoptJuice

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