The Bitter Root Humane Association was formed in 1972 by a group of local animal lovers. In 1984, Countess Margarite Bessenyey gave the group land on Fairgrounds Road and Betty Cook, as President, led volunteers in raising money to build a shelter. That building served as a temporary home for countless animals for over 35 years. During that time, the shelter also housed hundreds of animals during the major wildfires of 2000 through 2016, and took in animals from numerous neglect and hoarding cases, including the recent, highly publicized Husky case.
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Falling in love with a pet is easy and pet ownership is very rewarding. Adopting a pet, however, is a big decision. Dogs, cats and other companion pets require a lot of time, money and commitment. BRHA encourages you to think through your decision before you adopt a companion animal. Our experienced adoption counselors will gladly help you find an animal that's likely to be a good fit for your lifestyle and living arrangements. Because you are considering adoption from an animal shelter, we know you are a responsible and caring person.
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If you or your business are interested in our purpose and mission, support our programs and services by becoming a member! Membership dues will not be applied in advance for more than one year past the current calendar year. By paying your annual membership dues, you are entitled to one vote at our Annual Membership meeting, usually held in March of each year.
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Our cat rooms & dog kennels are full and kitten season is upon us, so we're looking for forever homes for all our awesome shelter pets! Fee discounts include: cats & kittens for $50 each and since we have such wonderful dogs we're reducing their adoption fee to $75 too. Our normal "Cat Buddy" Program of adopt two for one fee and our "Senior to Senior" Program (cats & dogs) with fees waived completely for adopters 55+ in age adopting a senior pet are still happening as well.All our feline & canine adoptions include spay/neuter, basic vaccinations, micro-chipping and engraved ID tag!
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