Saving one pet won't change the world, but for that one pet
Adopt
Thank you for considering adopting a shelter animal! Here at the Whatcom Humane Society, we are dedicated to finding forever homes for animals of all kinds. Please read through the following information and look through the available animals we have to see if there’s someone you’d like to meet.
Our staff work with potential adopters to help choose the best match possible for both the animal and the adopter. Prior to meeting an animal, potential adopters are asked to complete an adoption application to better help our staff understand what you are looking for in a companion animal. These applications remain on file for 6 months, so there is no need to complete an application each time you visit our domestic animal shelter.
The Whatcom Humane Society is open to the public Tuesdays through Sundays, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Adoption kennels are open during that time but counsels stop one hour before closing. Potential adopters must complete an adoption application and be able to fulfill the adoption requirements necessary (both available below) in order to be considered for adoption. Adoption applications are kept on file for six months.
Send Us Your Happy Tails!
Have you adopted an animal from WHS? We'd love to hear an update on how they are doing—and don't forget the cute photos, too!
Hours of Adoption Services
Animal Adoption Kennels
Tuesday thru Sunday 11 am to 6pm
Adoption counsels stop 1 hour before closing
Closed To The Public
Mondays & Major Holidays
Bringing Home a New Pet?
It’s exciting when it’s finally time to bring home a new family member! We want to ensure you are prepared with a list of basics your new pet will need in their new home. If possible, please consider having these items ready before bringing your new pet home:
Working Cat Program
Are you interested in a working cat for your barn or warehouse? Find out more details of our Working Cat Program here!
Animals for Adoption
Not finding the right match for adoption at our facility?
Adoption Applications
Cats
Dogs
Small Animals
Farm Animals
For PDF applications, please email your completed dog, cat, or small animal application to adoptions@whatcomhumane.org, farm animal applications to farm@whatcomhumane.org, or deliver to 2172 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226. Thank you!
Adoption Requirements
Included in the Adoption Fee
Cat Adoption Fees
Make it a Double: 2 Kitten Policy
“Hero Cats” are identified by WHS staff and may have a higher adoption fee. These “hero cats” may be purebred, popular breeds or highly sought after for a variety of reasons. These cats are considered “heroes” because the higher adoption fee associated with these special felines help support ongoing animal care and veterinary programs in our domestic animal shelter.
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Dog Adoption Fees
“Hero Dogs” are identified by WHS staff and may have a higher adoption fee. These “hero dogs” may be purebred, popular mixed breeds or highly sought after for a variety of reasons. These dogs are considered “heroes” because the higher adoption fees associated with these special dogs help support ongoing animal care and veterinary programs in our domestic animal shelter.
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All Other Animal Adoption Fees
For all other available animals, including guinea pigs, reptiles, parakeets, horses, and other farm animals, adoption fees vary based on the size and species of the animal. Please contact our Adoptions Team for more information if you have questions regarding a specific animal.
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Working Cats Program
Started in the summer of 2021, the Whatcom Humane Society’s Working Cats Program places healthy semi-feral, feral, and non-socialized adult cats with adopters looking for cats not suited for indoor-only living environments.
If you have questions about the program, please contact our Working Cat Coordinator, at workingcats@whatcomhumane.org or call 360-733-2080 ext.0
For PDF applications, please email your completed application to workingcats@whatcomhumane.org or deliver to 2172 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226. Thank you!
Benefits
Requirements
What We Provide
Adoption Fees: $20 per cat.