Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Animal Shelter & Adoption Center in Mohawk, NY
Founded in 1913, the Herkimer County Humane Society has dedicated over a century to protecting and caring for animals in need. Our mission focuses on rescuing stray dogs and cats, providing medical care, and facilitating adoptions through rigorous screening processes. We operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, relying on community support and 80% of our funding from donations. Our team of dedicated volunteers and staff works alongside local veterinarians and law enforcement to maintain a low-kill shelter environment. We prioritize humane education programs to promote responsible pet ownership and prevent animal cruelty. With facilities including indoor kennels, outdoor play areas, and specialized care spaces, we ensure every animal receives proper nutrition, medical attention, and socialization.Our foster care program supports animals requiring special care while awaiting permanent homes. The organization maintains transparency through volunteer involvement in all operational aspects, from fundraising to animal care. We collaborate with Animal Control Officers to streamline intake processes and improve community animal welfare. Celebrating 100 years of service, we remain committed to being a trusted resource for animal rescue and advocacy in Herkimer County.
Services
Animal Adoption
Foster Care Programs
Cruelty Investigation
Humane Education
Volunteer Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- We operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on animal welfare
- Our adoption process carefully matches animals with responsible owners
- We provide comprehensive humane education programs to prevent cruelty
- Our foster care system supports special needs animals during recovery
- We collaborate with local authorities for effective animal protection
Associations and certifications
- ASPCA
What people say
Staff favorite
Doing great
Grateful for support
Successful adoptions
Dedicated volunteers
Services
Animal Adoption
Our adoption program carefully matches rescued animals with responsible owners through comprehensive screening. We maintain detailed records of each animal's medical history and behavioral traits to ensure successful placements. The process includes counseling to help adopters understand their new pet's specific needs.
Foster Care Programs
Specialized foster homes provide temporary care for animals requiring medical attention or socialization. Our program includes training for foster families and covers all medical expenses. This approach helps prepare animals for permanent adoption while reducing shelter stress.
Cruelty Investigation
Certified investigators work with law enforcement to prevent animal abuse through inspections and legal interventions. We document cases of neglect or mistreatment and provide shelter for rescued animals during legal proceedings. Educational outreach helps prevent future incidents.
Humane Education
Community programs teach responsible pet ownership and safe human-animal interactions. We offer workshops on spay/neuter importance, animal first aid, and cruelty prevention. Materials are available for schools and community groups throughout Herkimer County.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers contribute to all aspects of shelter operations from animal care to fundraising. We provide training for various roles including adoption counseling, facility maintenance, and event coordination. Recognition programs acknowledge volunteers' valuable contributions to our mission.
Questions
What adoption services do you offer?
We provide dog and cat adoptions with thorough screening to ensure proper matches. Our process includes counseling and matching based on animal behavior and adopter lifestyle.
How can I volunteer?
Volunteers assist with animal care, fundraising, and administrative tasks. Complete our application form and attend orientation to start supporting our mission.
What donation options exist?
We accept checks, credit card donations, and participate in matching gift programs. Donations directly support animal care, medical treatments, and shelter operations.
Do you serve areas outside Mohawk?
Our primary service area includes all Herkimer County communities. We collaborate with regional partners to expand our animal welfare impact.
Are emergency services available?
We handle animal rescue emergencies through our cruelty investigation program and partnerships with local authorities during regular business hours.
Reviews (4)
Jean Trachsel
Jun 04, 2022
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Herkimer County Humane Society was the best shelter I visited when I was looking for a cat. They were professional and friendly, and had the best cat room by far! After several visits, I picked Miss Emily Pickles. She'd had surgery on one eye to remove an ulcer, and she has some problems with her other eye, but that doesn't bother her. She's fond of chasing things I can't even see. If you're looking to adopt, I recommend HCHS. And consider an animal that's less than perfect. I did, and soon found out she IS perfect!
Katie D.
Apr 12, 2022
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Wonderful place to find your furever friend. The staff genuinely cares for the animals and wants them to find the right homes.
Eric Johnson
Oct 29, 2021
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Chase the German Shepherd we picked up a couple weeks ago is doing great he's filled in gain weight we're working on teaching him new things
John E. Grabowski
Oct 22, 2021
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It is a very nice place to get my new Best friend and they are very good to work with. Thank you for your help. I think he's going to like it there .
