Leon County Humane Society

Leon County Humane Society Rescue, Rehabilitate, & Educate

We are a private 501(c)(3) donation-run non-profit organization.
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The Leon County Humane Society has been a trusted voice for pets and people for over 50 years. Donate or get involved to help us continue our mission of compassion in the Tallahassee and Big Bend areas!

We're getting so excited for this Saturday's Yappy Hour at Amicus Brewing! Here's a sneak peak at a few of the dogs who ...
02/12/2025

We're getting so excited for this Saturday's Yappy Hour at Amicus Brewing! Here's a sneak peak at a few of the dogs who will be SO EXCITED to meet you! 🐕

Join us from 3-6 at Amicus Brewing Ventures to meet adoptable dogs and have a tail-wagging good time!

You'll also enjoy live music by The Intoxicators 🥁
Pick up a few boxes of Girl Scout Cookies from Troop 11224🍪
Grab your Tallahassee Beer Society Key to the City 🗝
Get your pup a snack from Zomad Bakeries 🦴
Commission a custom pet portrait from Feed a Hen 🎨
And have a beer for the best reason - to benefit LCHS dogs! 🍻

See you Saturday!

02/12/2025

For our adopters, we register your adopted animal's chip automatically with 24PetWatch and HomeAgain, but it never hurts...
02/11/2025

For our adopters, we register your adopted animal's chip automatically with 24PetWatch and HomeAgain, but it never hurts to take an extra step to ensure if your pet were to go missing, they can get back home safely! Sometimes chip companies close, as we saw recently with a chip company called Save This Life.

Consider creating a profile through Petco Love Lost. Their database includes pets reported by individuals as well as thousands of shelter partners across the country. By uploading a photo of your lost or found pet and reporting it in their system, you make that pet visible to pet parents searching for their pet – making happy pet reunions just a few clicks away.

Even if they're safe at home, you'll be ready for disaster and their microchip can be added to their profile as an extra safety measure.

Unsure of your pet's microchip number? It should be on their medical record from your adoption or your vet's office, but you can also check your pet for their chip or scan a found pet to help reunite them by checking out a rentable microchip scanner from Tally Cat Cafe

Can't find the adoption paperwork for a pet you adopted from us? Email us at [email protected] and we'll resend it to you!

02/11/2025

Wyatt is kind of a menace, but in the cutest possible way.

He's two years old, VERY active and would definitely benefit from harness training or an outdoor space like a catio/screened in porch. He's usually too much for other cats, and he loves kick toys and wand toys or anything that could be used as one. He's not loving his time here with us, so we're looking for a foster or adopter who can give him the time and attention he needs.

He's not destructive, but he is LOUD about his wants and needs. If you're not giving him enough play and allowing him to get that energy out, you're going to hear about it. He was once an outdoor cat, and loves going for strolls on his harness, but he doesn't want a short stroll, he wants an ADVENTURE. He'd be a perfect candidate for someone who loves hiking and is willing to put in the time and patience to get him acclimated better to his harness.

Are we describing your dream? Hiking with a beautiful Maine Coon-looking cat who's just as pretty as any scenic view?

Learn more and apply to adopt at https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/animal/wyatt/

Want to take things slow? Fill out a foster application at
and see if it's a good fit first! https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster/foster-application/

Thank you Stella and Community Thrift Market, Supporting Tallahassee Action Grants, Inc.!
02/09/2025

Thank you Stella and Community Thrift Market, Supporting Tallahassee Action Grants, Inc.!

Don't forget that today is Stella's calendar signing! She will be signing her August spread in the Leon County Humane Society 2025 Calendar.

The calendars are $10 each. We only have a limited number so come early. Open 12 to 4!

The Leon County Humane Society Sticker Club's first month featured Sailor, an adoptable puppy who was rescued from an un...
02/07/2025

The Leon County Humane Society Sticker Club's first month featured Sailor, an adoptable puppy who was rescued from an underfunded shelter with a broken leg and is currently in foster care with us. She's made a full recovery, and she makes a very cute sticker!

Sticker Club members receive a 3x3 waterproof sticker, perfect for your laptop, water bottle, car, wherever you'd like to stick her! You also get a write up on her full rescue story, and access to bonus photos that may not make their way to social media. Every month features a new pet that your support helps us save!

Think of it as a way to keep "adopting" even if your home is full. Next month's sticker is already in the works, but if you want to make sure you add Sailor to your pack, we’ll have stickers available for purchase at Yappy Hour at Amicus Brewing, but the best way to make sure you don't miss out is to join our Sticker Club through https://www.patreon.com/c/leoncountyhumanesociety/membership

& Please share Sailor's profile to help her find her forever family! Her foster parents are in love, but they want to be able to keep rescuing and fostering, so they're hopeful the perfect home for Sailor will apply to adopt her soon. She's 100% healthy now. Running and playing like a puppy should! She's great with dogs and loves to cuddle. She's ready for her forever home!

https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/animal/sailor-4/

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and there's no reason to be lonely! We have so many incredible cats and dogs...
02/05/2025

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and there's no reason to be lonely!

We have so many incredible cats and dogs who would love to be yours meow and purr-ever 💙

Submit an adoption application at www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoption-application & let us play matchmaker!

Prefer to pick who you find fetching? Browse our online kennel anytime and submit an app based on who you find to be rebarkably cute and we'll reach out to set up a date! 💕

See our adoptable cats at www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoptable-cats 🐈‍⬛

See our adoptable dogs at www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs 🐕

Fosters needed!!! It’s been raining puppies and it’s only January! 😢 These puppies are NOT safe. We were contacted today...
01/30/2025

Fosters needed!!! It’s been raining puppies and it’s only January! 😢 These puppies are NOT safe. We were contacted today by a shelter in a neighboring rural county that does not have the resources to care for these little ones.

These puppies were found under a shed and a camera was set up to track mom. Unfortunately, the mother dog has not returned in days, so the only hope for these puppies is with foster homes.

We will only be able to help if dedicated individuals commit to fostering them. We’re looking for 3 fosters to step up so the puppies can be taken in pairs. If you’re an approved LCHS foster or if you’ve recently applied, contact Amy at [email protected]. Interested in fostering? Start by reading over this info and complete the application. https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster/

Our 5th Leon County Humane Society Rescue Podcast is live on Youtube, Spotify, and Amazon Music! This Podcast is directl...
01/28/2025

Our 5th Leon County Humane Society Rescue Podcast is live on Youtube, Spotify, and Amazon Music!

This Podcast is directly following our Annual Staff Planning meeting where we reflect on our weaknesses in 2024 and what we plan to improve on in 2025. We talk about how our cat program was deeply affect in 2024 by panleuk and an intake pause, plans to improve our community pet food pantry, and what our dog foster program will look like in 2025. Every year comes with unique challenges and opportunities for growth and learning, and we look forward to what 2025 will bring!

Reminder that our cover model for this podcast is Harvey, pulled from a rural shelter and thriving in foster care! He's up for adoption and you can learn more at https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/animal/harvey-2/

Welcome to the 5th Leon County Humane Society Rescue Podcast and the first podcast of 2025 - Where we reflect on the challenges of 2024 and our plans to impr...

Puppy season seems to have arrived early this year (or maybe just never stopped from last year,) and we’re in need of mo...
01/27/2025

Puppy season seems to have arrived early this year (or maybe just never stopped from last year,) and we’re in need of more bottle baby fosters.

There are 8 puppies, and mom is having trouble keeping up after having to give birth through a c-section. Dad is unknown, so if you ask us about the breed of these puppies, we simply aren’t sure, and honestly - their breed doesn’t matter right now. If they don’t get bottle fed, they won’t make it. We aren’t looking for adopters, we’re looking for fosters who will keep these tiny babies healthy and alive until they’re ready to be adopted, and we’ll be able to make a better guess about the breed once they’re stable and no longer jelly beans.

We provide everything to our fosters - formula, bottles, heating pad, kennel, vet care, and support. Anything you need, we’re just a phone call or text away and we are here to help.

They’ll need to be fed every 2 hours, so if you have a partner or roommate willing to tag team with you, that’s ideal! Or if you’re just a superhuman who hates sleep, that’s also ideal, and we can offer a relief through temporary fosters from time to time to give you a break.

Submit a foster application today to get started on saving the most vulnerable lives at www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster

Or if you’ve already completed that step, email [email protected] to get in touch with Amy.

Let's talk about Urinary Crystals! We've encountered a few people over the past few months who have had concerns about g...
01/27/2025

Let's talk about Urinary Crystals!

We've encountered a few people over the past few months who have had concerns about getting their male cats neutered, because they want to decrease the risk of urinary crystals and blockages. We love that pet owners want to keep their animals healthy and safe, but there are other risk factors playing a major role, and neutering your cat is important for their wellbeing too. Not to mention, unneutered male cat urine is especially... pungent. 🤢

While it's true that neutered male cats are the most likely to experience urinary crystals and blockages, they can get crystals or blockages even if they aren't altered and are more likely to develop behavioral issues like spraying if left intact. On top of overpopulation issues, (1.5 million cats euthanized in shelters annually,) no one wants a cat who p*es to mark their territory or yowls because their hormones are driving them to go outside and find female cats. Not neutering can leave your cat at risk for testicular cancer and prostate issues. There are pros and cons to every procedure, but spaying or neutering is the right call for every cat.

What does a blockage look like, so you know what to look out for:

• Straining to p*e

• Crying in the litter box

• Blood in the urine

• Peeing outside the litter box

A suspected urinary blockage is an emergency, needs immediate vet care and often hospitalization. ($$$)

So how do you protect your cat from blockages and crystals?

It doesn't just come down to whether or not they're neutered. Their diet and hydration plays a major role! Overweight cats are at a greater risk, along with those who eat a dry-food-only diet.

Even if they drink a lot of water, Tallahassee also has a large amount of calcium in our tap water. From TalGov: "In Tallahassee, the average water hardness is measured at about 150 mg/L as Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) or about 9 grains/gallon, which is considered "hard." In this area of North Florida, the groundwater flows through a limestone aquifer, which is the source of calcium contributing to the hard water." Hard water can contribute to crystal formation.

Cats are also less likely to drink stagnant water than flowing water. In nature, stagnant water means bacteria, whereas flowing water is more likely to be clean and good to drink. Even if you're providing fresh water every day, your cat may not be drinking as much as they should to stay hydrated!

In the wild, most of their hydration comes from eating meat and is supplemented by drinking water. A dry food only diet means they may be missing out on a crucial opportunity for hydration. Not only is wet food good for hydration, but it can also be good for weight management as well.

Urinary tract infections can also leave your cat predisposed to developing crystals. You can prevent these by making sure their litter box is clean and ready to use at all times. A dirty or poorly maintained litter box may lead to your cat preferring to hold it, which isn't good for their kidneys, and the bacteria overall in a dirty box may lead to a UTI.

If you have concerns about your cat developing crystals or blockages, there are many responsible steps you can take toward prevention:

• Use filtered water for your cats

• Provide a fountain to entice them to drink more water

• Introduce wet food into their diet

• Manage their food intake and provide enrichment to keep them at a healthy weight

• Keep their litter box clean and monitor use

• Provide quality nutrition

• Enroll in pet insurance!

By keeping these steps in mind, you'll have a healthier cat and decrease the likelihood of blockages and crystals!

Please be aware that this scam is still circulating, if you are contacted, please report the scam to your phone company ...
01/24/2025

Please be aware that this scam is still circulating, if you are contacted, please report the scam to your phone company and Leon County Sheriff's Office. We’re absolutely heartbroken to see and hear what these scammers are putting pet owners through.

🚨Scam Alert 🚨

This morning we were alarmed to hear that pet owners were being contacted from someone using our number to try to get money transferred via Venmo or Zelle for emergency veterinary care for their pets.

Please be aware that if your pet was lost, then brought to a vet clinic for care, it would be the clinic contacting you. Do not send money without confirming with a clinic, and be vigilant.

There may be several versions of this scam happening and we’re working to get to the bottom of what’s going on, but we’re alerting you as soon as we were able in an attempt to prevent them from being successful.

Let us know if you experience one of these scam calls.

Would you like to receive a monthly sticker in the mail to make you smile, showing the face of an animal your support he...
01/23/2025

Would you like to receive a monthly sticker in the mail to make you smile, showing the face of an animal your support helps rescue? Join the Leon County Humane Society Sticker Club on Patreon.

For $15 a month, you receive a high quality 3x3 sticker, a letter telling their story, and access to cute videos and photos that don’t always make their way to Facebook or Instagram.

Support animals in need and see the adorable faces who are a direct result of that support every month! It’s like adopting 12 pets to love without adding another 12 pets to your home 😹

The first sticker will feature Sailor, a puppy who was sitting in a shelter with a crushed leg, waiting to be rescued. Now she’s ready to be adopted!

https://www.patreon.com/LeonCountyHumaneSociety

https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/animal/sailor-4/

FOSTERS FOUND! Thanks yall! Puppy fosters needed! These 7 week old darlings need a cozy spot to stay while they finish g...
01/22/2025

FOSTERS FOUND! Thanks yall!

Puppy fosters needed!

These 7 week old darlings need a cozy spot to stay while they finish growing strong and getting vetted. We expect they’ll be adopted quickly!

Even though their time in foster care will likely be short, they are puppies and need a lot of attention in the meantime! They’re going to need patience with potty training, structure and a consistent routine while they acclimate to your home and learn your expectations, and lots of love and affection!

Ready to start saving lives? Sign up to be a foster at www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster so we can create a profile for you and get you set up with everything you need to take one of these cuties home! We provide everything you need: a kennel for them to snooze in, toys, p*e pads, food, blankets, vet care, and support.

Already submitted an app but can’t wait until you’re holding one of these guys? Email Amy directly at [email protected]

Today's snow day isn't a fun one for Hazel, who unexpectedly ended up with a pr*****ed re**um this morning. We're very g...
01/22/2025

Today's snow day isn't a fun one for Hazel, who unexpectedly ended up with a pr*****ed re**um this morning. We're very grateful and appreciative for Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital, whose staff braved the icy roads to be available for animals facing emergency medical needs today!

If you're able, please consider making a donation toward the care of Hazel and other animals like her. It's not unusual for rescued animals to have unexpected surgeries and medical emergencies. Your support ensures that no matter what gets thrown at us, we're able to provide the animals in our care everything they need to thrive.

Please stay home today and leave the roads clear so that those essential workers, first responders, and people facing emergency situations can get where they need to be safely.

City of Tallahassee, FL - Government reminds everyone that roadway conditions will continue to be hazardous overnight and into late tomorrow morning, so our office will be closed tomorrow (Thursday 1/23) in addition to today, and volunteer opportunities have been canceled.

We want everyone to stay safe!

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