Lewis & Clark Humane Society

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The LCHS is a private, community-based, not-for-profit organization that provides shelter for unwanted and stray animals (primarily dogs and cats) while working to end pet overpopulation, reduce the need for euthanasia, and improve the humane treatment and well-being of companion animals. It serves a population of roughly 70,000 residents in southwestern Montana and a service area covering roughly

5,500 square miles. Since its creation in 1964, LCHS has continued to grow and expand its facilities and programs along with the growth of the community. In an effort to decrease the amount of animals that come through the shelter, we work tirelessly to make sure the pets in our community are vaccinated and spayed and neutered while in our care. LCHS also has a comprehensive foster care program - including day-trips and sleepovers - in order to help meet the needs of all the animals in our care while they wait for their forever homes. We also have multiple specialized personnel who work to socialize, exercise, and train animals in our care, in order to provide the best quality of life for the animals. If you are interested in adopting an animal you find our adoptable animals at http://www.lchsmontana.org/

If you have any questions regarding this page or anything on it please email at us [email protected].

Holiday Closure Reminder:Lewis & Clark Humane Society will be closed Tuesday, September 8th in observance of Labor Day. ...
09/06/2026

Holiday Closure Reminder:

Lewis & Clark Humane Society will be closed Tuesday, September 8th in observance of Labor Day. We will resume regular business hours on Wednesday, September 9th.

As always, staff will still be here every day from 8 AM–12 PM to reunite stray animals with their families.

If you have an animal emergency, please contact:

City of Helena Animal Control:
406-447-8461

Lewis & Clark County Animal Control:
406-447-8293

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone has a safe and happy Labor Day!

Where are our Shepherd people? 🤍Because Pearl really needs you.If you’re a Shepherd person, you probably know exactly wh...
09/05/2026

Where are our Shepherd people? 🤍

Because Pearl really needs you.

If you’re a Shepherd person, you probably know exactly what we mean when we say Pearl is a quintessential Shepherd. She’s smart, sensitive, active, loyal—and she needs a job, a routine, and a person to call her own.

Right now, the shelter is taking a toll on her. Pearl is becoming increasingly stressed and frustrated here, and this environment just isn’t giving her what she needs to thrive.

Underneath that stress is an incredibly sweet, affectionate girl with so much love to give. With proper introductions, Pearl could happily share her home with other dogs, cats, and kids. She would do best without livestock, as those Shepherd instincts can kick in and she does have a tendency to chase.

Pearl doesn’t need to spend her days frustrated in a kennel. She needs space to move, a brain to keep busy, people to love, and the chance to just be a Shepherd.

We really want to get this girl out of the shelter and into a home where she can settle, decompress, and show someone just how wonderful she is.

Shepherd people—we know you’re out there. Pearl needs one of you. 🤍

If you can’t bring her home, please share. Her person may just not have seen her yet. https://lchsmontana.org/pet/pearl-2/

We’re hiring!Lewis & Clark Humane Society is looking for a part-time Animal Care Specialist (Level 1) to join our team!T...
09/05/2026

We’re hiring!

Lewis & Clark Humane Society is looking for a part-time Animal Care Specialist (Level 1) to join our team!

This entry-level position helps provide a clean, safe, and compassionate environment for the animals in our care through cleaning, feeding, and basic animal handling after training.

Schedule: 16 hours/week

Monday: 8 AM–12 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM–12 PM
Friday: 8 AM–12 PM
Saturday: 8 AM–12 PM

Mornings, weekends, and some holidays are required, with the possibility of additional hours in the future.

If you’re dependable, hardworking, and passionate about animal welfare, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Learn more and apply here: https://lchsmontana.org/get-involved/employment/

Goku is having a hard time.He came to us from a tough situation in Georgia after living a very sheltered life, and the s...
09/04/2026

Goku is having a hard time.

He came to us from a tough situation in Georgia after living a very sheltered life, and the shelter environment has been overwhelming for him. The noise, activity, and constant change are a lot for a dog who hasn’t had much opportunity to experience the world.

At 4 years old, Goku is a sweet, handsome boy who loves being close to his people. More than anything, he needs a quiet, patient home where he can finally exhale, feel safe, and learn that life doesn’t have to be scary.

Goku would do best in a home without a lot of chaos. He can be cautious with other dogs and will need slow, thoughtful introductions. We don’t yet know how he feels about cats.

Underneath all that stress is a good dog who just needs someone willing to give him the time and space to settle in.

We would really love to see Goku out of the shelter and into a home where he can begin to feel like himself again. ❤️

If you think you could be that person for Goku, please come meet him. And if you can’t adopt, sharing his story may help us reach the person who can. https://lchsmontana.org/pet/goku/

WOWZA! We are FULL!Our cat kennels are completely full and our dog kennels are almost full! What a great time to find an...
09/03/2026

WOWZA! We are FULL!

Our cat kennels are completely full and our dog kennels are almost full! What a great time to find an amazing four-legged friend for your family! https://lchsmontana.org/adopt-a-pet/

Don't forget! LCHS provides public microchips every Thursday!Every Thursday | 10AM–3PMWalk-Ins Welcome!For just $30, you...
09/03/2026

Don't forget! LCHS provides public microchips every Thursday!

Every Thursday | 10AM–3PM
Walk-Ins Welcome!

For just $30, your pet gets:
✨ A permanent microchip
✨ Lifetime enrollment
✨ Registration completed by our team
✨ Peace of mind forever

If your pet ever gets lost, shelters and vet clinics can scan them and contact you quickly — giving them the best chance of getting back home where they belong.

Here’s How It Works:
🚗 Park in our lot
📞 Call the shelter when you arrive
👋 A staff member will come out to help you

Safety Rules:
• Pets must be safe to handle
• Cats must be in a kennel/carrier
• Dogs must be securely leashed

No appointments. No hassle.
Just protection that lasts a lifetime.

09/03/2026

🐾 Did you know we have a public after-hours microchip scanning station?

If you find a lost pet after LCHS is closed, you can still stop by and check for a microchip using our public scanner.

Here’s how it works:

1. Keep the animal securely leashed or contained while scanning.
2. Press the center button on the scanner until it begins “Reading.”
3. Sweep the scanner over the animal’s entire body to make sure you don’t miss a chip.
4. Chip or no chip—we’ve got you! Grab the laminated guide at the station for instructions on what to do next.

A quick microchip scan can be the first step in getting a lost pet safely back home. 💛

Don't miss out on one of our most popular events! Painting with Kitties is this Friday (September 4th) at The Painted Po...
09/01/2026

Don't miss out on one of our most popular events! Painting with Kitties is this Friday (September 4th) at The Painted Pot! 🎨🐾

Come get creative, enjoy some adorable feline company, and support the animals at LCHS while you’re at it. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just here for the cats, it’s the purr-fect way to spend your Friday.

This event always sells out, so don't wait! We hope to see you there! https://paintedpothelenamt.com/event/painting-with-kitties-20842/

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2112 E Custer Avenue
Helena, MT
59602

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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+14064421660

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