Hill’s Pet Nutrition has helped over 14 million pets find homes through their “Food, Shelter & Love” program and as a proud partner, we’re working to help even more. Meet Big Gulp, our Hill’s Pet Nutrition Featured Foster Pet! This sweet guy is enjoying a shelter break while he awaits his forever family. Could you be […]
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Senior dogs have spent years giving their families love, companionship and loyalty. When age brings new health needs — and new expenses — the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) wants to help ensure those dogs can stay where they belong: at home with the people who love them. Thanks to a generous grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization, KHS will […]
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Since 1884, the Kentucky Humane Society has been saving the lives of animals in need! In 2025, we launched our ALL IN capital campaign to build a new Animal & Community Campus. This is not just a bigger shelter. It’s a prevention-focused hub designed around a simple idea. If we support people, we protect animals, […]
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Abandoned Puppies Need Your Help Pinky and Brain were found abandoned in our parking lot. They’re covered in demodectic mange, which has left them swollen, riddled with hair loss and extremely itchy. There’s no telling how long these poor babies have been on their own. Pinky’s case is the most worrisome. His little face is raw and […]
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How KHS Keeps Pets in Loving Homes It’s no secret that the Kentucky Humane Society serves thousands of cats, dogs and horses each year through adoption services. But did you know that there’s an entire team at KHS dedicated to preventing pets from entering shelters by assisting their guardians through tough times? That’s what our Pet […]
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Pets Like Pat Need Your Support Sweet Pat was found by a staff member who was heading home after a long day’s work. He was lethargic, scared and clearly needed some tender loving care. So she turned around, brought him to our Sam Swope Pet Treatment & Lifesaving Center, and set him up for a “sleepover” in […]
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The last day of adoptions at East Campus (EC) is July 26, 2026. Our Sam Swope Pet Treatment and Lifesaving Center remains open for adoptions until we transition to our new campus off Preston Highway in 2027. We hope you’ll visit us at 241 Steedly Drive to find your next furry family member! The Kentucky Humane Society recently launched the ALL IN […]
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Puppy With Broken Leg Starting to Heal Remember Woody? This 2-month-old pup came to our Sam Swope Pet Treatment & Lifesaving Center a few weeks ago with a broken leg. Our vet team splinted her leg and provided her with medication before sending her off to foster, where she’s been on crate rest. We are happy to share that Woody has […]
As fellow animal lovers and pet guardians, we know you love to show off your furry best friend. Now’s your chance to have them featured in the popular 2027 Kentucky Humane Society Pet Calendar! We’ve got some great tips to help you get the paw-fect photo to submit to the contest. So there you have […]
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Turn your furry companion into a star for the 2027 KHS Pet Calendar! We are excited to share that our Pet Calendar Contest opens TODAY! Think your pet is destined for stardom? Guarantee them a spot in our 2027 KHS Pet Calendar! Photo submissions are 1 for $25, 2 for $40, or 3 for $60, […]
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