Admissions Process
Admissions Process
At the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS), we believe in lifelong commitments to companion animals and work tirelessly to create and maintain such a bond. However, we do understand that there are circumstances that prevent you from being able to keep your animal, and we are here to help you through this difficult time.
Surrendering your pet to a sheltering agency should be considered a last resort. Please consider all available alternatives prior to contacting the KHS Admissions Office. This may include rehoming your animal with a friend, relative or neighbor. You have a number of choices, and surrendering your pet to KHS is just one of them.
Alternatives to Surrendering Your Pet
- Contact the KHS Pet Help Line for help
- Enroll Your Dog in a KHS Behavior Training class
- View a list of breed rescues
- Contact No Kill Louisville's Pet Food Bank
- Download No Kill Louisville's Pet Friendly Apartment Guide (PDF)
- Learn about low-cost, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries through our S.N.I.P. Clinic
- Learn about proactive strategies you can use to increase your chances of finding a new home for your pet
Admissions are only accepted at our Main Campus, located at 241 Steedly Drive in South Louisville.
How to Surrender Your Pet
If you cannot find an alternative to surrendering your pet, the Kentucky Humane Society is here for you. Learn more how to surrender your pet.
Additional Questions
If you have additional questions, please view our frequently asked questions or call our main line at (502) 366-3355.