Did you know that the HSEC takes in over 8,000 animals a year...that's 23 animals a day! Consequently, overpopulation often fills our shelter to capacity. In response, we have instituted the S.T.O.P program (Stop the Overpopulation of Pets), which assists residents in need of education and support concerning the importance of spay/neuter procedures. The HSEC works with local veterinarians for discounts on spay/neuter procedures for our animals once they are adopted.

The Humane Society encourages spaying / neutering of all companion animals. It will help reduce the thousands of abandoned and abused dogs and cats each year in our community.

Click Here to download the S.T.O.P Program application. You can either mail, e-mail, fax or drop it off at our shelter. You need Adobe Reader to open.

Our Pet Food Assistance Program is designed for families who are struggling to make ends meet. Instead of abandoning your animal, come to the shelter and we'll give you free food for your pet. This program is only for those who can no longer afford pet food.

You can help this program by donating food to the shelter. Call the shelter if you are interested in this program.

We work with the Center for Community Justice for Community Service support. Through its programs, Center For Community Justice holds offenders accountable for their past actions, while giving them the opportunity to be actively involved in making things right with their victims, their community and themselves.  It has been shown that by giving people the opportunity to take responsibility for their actions, and involving them in repairing the harm they caused, fractured lives are restored.  The realization of this goal creates a safer and more just community.

The HSEC offers free programs to local schools and civic organizations about animal welfare, responsible pet ownership and much more. If you are interested in any of the programs we offer, please contact the Humane Society to find out more information.

The Humane Society of Elkhart County offers its new Membership program to the public. To become a member, simply print and fill out the form below and return it to the Humane Society with your payment in the amount located on the membership form. This Membership is good until December 31, 2009.

What are the benefits of the Membership Program?

• Members will receive a copy of the current Bylaws
• A Membership Card will be issued in your name
• Membership entitles you to 1 vote at the annual meeting

Membership Form

Our Foster Program is currently under construction. We hope to have it up and running by the end of this year. Check here for more details:  Foster Program