Humane Society for Southwest Washington

Humane Society for Southwest Washington Our Mission
rescue • return • restore • rehome • reconnect
One animal at a time. Connect with us on social - learn more about guidelines at hssw.org/socialmedia

Founded in 1897, the Humane Society for Southwest Washington is the largest and oldest animal welfare organization in Southwest Washington. HSSW is an independent nonprofit with campuses in Vancouver and Longview, Washington. Each year, HSSW cares for thousands of pets. We provide shelter to lost and stray animals, a refuge from abuse and neglect, essential medical care, and a lifesaving second ch

ance. Our commitment to the pets and people of Southwest Washington extends beyond the shelter, providing critical support to pets and families with Wellness Clinics, pet food assistance, spay/neuter, emergency boarding, financial assistance, and other programs that help keep families together. We also own and operate ReTails Thrift Store. Giving new life to gently-used items, every purchase and donation at ReTails supports our lifesaving work with the animals. Learn more at hssw.org/retails

Our Mission
rescue • return • restore • rehome • reconnect one animal at a time

Our Vision
A community where everyone loves and cares for animals

She'll lay in the sun, nudge your hand for one more pet, and look at you like you hung the moon once she knows you're wo...
06/06/2026

She'll lay in the sun, nudge your hand for one more pet, and look at you like you hung the moon once she knows you're worth trusting. Eclipse is thoughtful, gentle, and ready for a home where she can take things at her own pace. hssw.org/dogs

Our friend Copyright Infringement would like to interrupt your feed to tell you a little bit about our upcoming Summer L...
06/06/2026

Our friend Copyright Infringement would like to interrupt your feed to tell you a little bit about our upcoming Summer Lecture Series happening on June 15th.

COMMUNITY CATS @ 5:30PM
What do we mean by “community cats”? The answer might surprise you. Explore science-based methodologies with our experts for maintaining healthy community cat populations while preventing feline overpopulation. Learn how to spot a community cat and find out how you can support these special felines cats in your neighborhood.

Check out all the dates & topics at hssw.org/events or go to the pinned post at the top of our feed.

P.S. Copyright Infringement is available for adoption and waiting for you to meet him🐈‍⬛

06/06/2026

Yesterday was a big day for the animals at HSSW! Over 80 pets were adopted during the Craig Stein Yappy Hour, between our 2 campuses. We’re so happy for all the animals settling in at their furr-ever homes and excited for all you new pet owners out there❤️

If you missed out on Yappy Hour this month, be sure to set your calendar for the next one on 7/2. Learn more at hssw.org/yappyhour

And we’ve got plenty of animals still waiting for a home, so take a look at hssw.org/adopt 🐾

Want to foster kittens? Start here👇Join us this Saturday, June 6th for our Kitten Foster Fast-Track - a hands-on info se...
06/05/2026

Want to foster kittens? Start here👇

Join us this Saturday, June 6th for our Kitten Foster Fast-Track - a hands-on info session that gets you ready to bring home a litter in no time. No experience necessary, no RSVP required. Just show up.

📅 Saturday, June 6 - 2:00-4:00
📍 Vancouver Campus - 1100 NE 192nd Ave
📨 More info at hssw.org/KittenFosterJune6

🎉Congrats to our Adoption Counselor, Kendra, who just processed her 3,000th adoption today with this adorable French Bul...
06/03/2026

🎉Congrats to our Adoption Counselor, Kendra, who just processed her 3,000th adoption today with this adorable French Bulldog, Takota. Thanks to Takota and his new owner for being a part of this huge milestone👏🫶

It's National Foster a Pet Month! Whether it's a few weeks or a few months, foster families give animals the chance to b...
06/03/2026

It's National Foster a Pet Month! Whether it's a few weeks or a few months, foster families give animals the chance to breathe, bond, and get ready for their forever home. If you've been thinking about it, now's the time. hssw.org/foster has everything you need to know🐶

Zivo is a great example of what fostering makes possible. This energetic, sweet pup has thrived with the support of a foster family, and now he's ready for a home of his own🏠 Friendly, adventurous, and extra snuggly, he's waiting for his perfect companion. Is it you?

Here’s a quick highlight of the many adoptable kittens we have at the shelter right now😻 See them all at hssw.org/catsAN...
06/02/2026

Here’s a quick highlight of the many adoptable kittens we have at the shelter right now😻 See them all at hssw.org/cats

AND...if that’s not enough kitten action for you, please consider attending our Kitten Foster Training THIS SATURDAY, June 6th, at 2PM. There you will learn all the basics of kitten fostering and take the next steps to helping future kittens like these get prepared for their forever homes❤️🏠 Learn more about that at hssw.org/KittenFosterJune6

The Craig Stein Yappy Hour is back again THIS THURSDAY, June 4th. Adoption fees are waived for every single pet, so come...
06/01/2026

The Craig Stein Yappy Hour is back again THIS THURSDAY, June 4th. Adoption fees are waived for every single pet, so come on out and meet your perfect match❤🐾 Check out all our adoptable animals at hssw.org/adopt

We've been nominated in FOUR categories for this year's Best of Clark County, and voting is open now! It's quick, easy, ...
06/01/2026

We've been nominated in FOUR categories for this year's Best of Clark County, and voting is open now! It's quick, easy, and means the world to our team and the animals in our care. Cast your votes at hssw.org/bocc26 and share with anyone who loves what we do.

🐾 Best Pet Foster/Adoption (Pets) - HSSW
🐶 Best Dog Trainer (Pets) - HSSW
❤ Best Nonprofit Organization (Services) - HSSW
🛒 Best Thrift Store (Shopping) - ReTails

Jacklynn may look a bit nervous in some of her photos and that's because she is. The shelter environment can be a lot! S...
05/31/2026

Jacklynn may look a bit nervous in some of her photos and that's because she is. The shelter environment can be a lot! She's starting to come around though. Going on runs with volunteers, exploring our outdoor enrichment area, wagging her tail at the sight of a leash…But she's still a little nervous, and that's OK.

The best version of Jacklynn? She's saving that for her person. The one who brings her home, goes at her pace, and gets to watch her finally come out of her shell.

That could be you. Learn more at hssw.org/dogs

Address

1100 NE 192nd Avenue
Vancouver, WA
98684

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+13606934746

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