A MESSAGE ABOUT WHATCOM HUMANE SOCIETY COVID-19 SHELTER OPERATIONS (UPDATED 3-18-21)
For the continued safety and health of our staff, volunteers and public visitors to our Division Street facility, we are currently limiting the total number of people allowed into our building at the same time.
Visitors to our facility are asked to use social distancing guidelines and wait outside our doors until staff can assist you. Priority access and service will be given to those needing essential services. There may be a wait to enter the facility – your patience and understanding are appreciated.
Face masks are required to enter the building and must be worn at all times while inside our facility.
Our adoption kennels are open to the public and visitors are welcome to view animals available for adoption. No appointment necessary, but wait times to enter our shelter facility may vary based on capacity and customers needing essential services. Please visit our ADOPT page for more information about our adoption program and animals available for adoption.
Essential (PRIORITY) Services Are Considered:
• Looking for a Lost Pet
• Found a Domestic or Wild Animal
• Surrender a Pet
• Scheduled Adoption Introduction
• Scheduled Adoption Pick-Up
• Other Scheduled Appointment
• Pet Licensing
• Animal Control Related Business
• Pet Food Bank Services
• Companion Animal End of Life Services
Non-Essential Services Are Considered:
• Browsing/Looking Through the Adoption Kennels
• NEKO Cat Café Adoption Inquiries
• Purchase a Microchip or Personalized Pet ID Tag – Retail Services
• General Inquiries – Volunteer Information, Spay-Neuter Information, etc.
• Humane Cat Trap Rentals
For at risk citizens who are not able to leave their homes and obtain services at the Whatcom Humane Society (pet food bank, look for lost pets, surrender a pet, pet euthanasia services) please call our shelter facility and our animal control department will provide assistance as we are able.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Shelter Services (licensing, lost & found, redemptions, etc.):
Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm & Sunday – Monday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed Tuesdays & Major Holidays
Adoption Services / Animal Adoption Viewing:
Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 am – 5:30 pm & Sunday – Monday 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Closed Tuesdays & Major Holidays
Animal Control Dispatch:
Sunday – Tuesday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Farm Facility: By Appointment Only
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center:
9:00 am-5:00 pm
(360) 966-8845 – please call, not open to the public
DONATIONS
In-kind donations (pet food, pet toys, towels, blankets, general supplies) can be dropped off at our Division Street shelter (or left outside our front doors) during our regular business hours. Thank you.
To make a monetary donation, please visit the DONATE page, call (360) 733-2080, ext # 3002 or mail donation to: WHS ~ 2172 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226. Thank you so much.
Thank you for your continued patience and support during these challenging times. Please stay safe!
WHATCOM HUMANE SOCIETY CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS:
(360) 733 – 2080, ext # 0 – General Inquiries & Assistance
(360) 733 – 2080, ext # 3017 – Animal Control & Rescue Department
(360) 966 – 8845 – Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
(360) 733 – 2080, ext # 3002 – Donations
(360) 733 – 2080, ext # 3010 – Licensing ~ Can also be completed online!
(360) 543-6792 – WHS Thrift Shop
Visit our EVENTS page for updates on special upcoming virtual events, workshops, programs and fundraisers.
LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM (SNAP)
Our low-cost spay/neuter program (SNAP) is currently accepting applications and we are maintaining a call-back list as appointments become available. We will continue to offer spay/neuter services as long as our veterinary clinic is able to order and obtain surgical masks, gloves and necessary equipment.
Please visit www.whatcomhumane.org/services/#health-services for more information and to download a SNAP application.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
At this time, we are unable to safely facilitate or onboard any new volunteers for our shelter programs. We are accepting new volunteers for our thrift shop operations. Please visit the SERVICES page for more information and updates on upcoming new volunteer orientation dates in the future.
THRIFT SHOP
Visit our THRIFT SHOP page for information about our Thrift Shop, directions, hours of operation, donating items and updates regarding Covid operations.
Whatcom Humane Society
CARING FOR ANIMALS SINCE 1902
SERVICES : WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?
Animal Control and Rescue Services
We provide for all domestic & wild animals throughout Whatcom County.
Pet Licensing
Get your pet a new license or renew an existing one. Use our quick online form or download a form.
Low-Cost Microchip
We offer this lifesaving service for just $30 at our shelter facility. No appointment is necessary!
Surrender an Animal
As an open admission shelter we provide care for all animals in need, regardless of their age, breed or condition.
Pet Adoption
We have lots of great pets looking for permanent, loving, responsible homes. View them here!
Spay & Neuter
We offer a low-cost spay and neuter assistance program (SNAP) for eligible applicants.
Volunteer Programs
Become one of the dedicated volunteers who help us provide care for thousands of animals each year.
Humane Education
K-12 classroom presentations, fun service projects, summer camp, workshops & more!
I LOST A PET?
I FOUND A PET?
We would like to thank you for the concern and effort you have given this animal. Now we hope to reunite him/her with his/her rightful owner. Your responsible and caring actions are greatly appreciated by the Whatcom Humane Society. The following information is to advise you of WHS procedures regarding incoming stray animals.
What do I do if I find an injured wild animal?
- Always keep yourself safe first.
- If you can safely capture the animal, put it in a warm, quiet, undisturbed place.
- Avoid handling it as much as possible.
Keep in mind that not all wildlife needs our help.
- Baby birds with feathers spend some time on the ground as they learn to fly, while parents stay nearby.
- Fawns are left alone for several hours while their mothers go off to feed.
Read more about Finding Injured Wild Animals >>
Call the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
ADOPT
Interested in adopting? Take a look at the many wonderful animals available, then visit our shelter. We’ll help you & your family find the perfect companion. Read More>>
SPECIAL EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Support Your Local Humane Society!
Thank you for considering a contribution to the Whatcom Humane Society. We rely on the kind support of our community to provide funding for our programs & services.
Address & Hours
Address: 2172 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226
Phone: (360) 733-2080
Fax: (360) 733-4746
Shelter Services (licensing, lost & found, redemptions, etc.)
Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm & Sunday – Monday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed Tuesdays & Major Holidays
Adoption Services / Animal Adoption Viewing
Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 am – 5:30 pm & Sunday – Monday 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Closed Tuesdays & Major Holidays
Animal Control Dispatch
Sunday - Tuesday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday - Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Farm Facility: By Appointment Only
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center:
September-April 9:00 am-5:00 pm
May-August 8:00 am-7:00 pm
(360) 966-8845 – please call, not open to the public
Department Directory
Main Phone: (360) 733-2080
Laura Clark, Executive Director
director@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3026
Animal Control & Rescue
animalcontrol@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3017
Shelter Operations
operations@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3075
Adoptions/Customer Service
adoptions@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3001
Licensing
licensing@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3010
Volunteer & Outreach Services
volunteer@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3024
Humane Education
outreach@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3116
Special Events/Fundraising
events@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3014
Donations
admin@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3002
Finance
finance@whatcomhumane.org / ext #3021
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
wildlife@whatcomhumane.org / (360) 966-8845
Farm Facility
farm@whatcomhumane.org