The Humane Society of Delaware County is not your average animal shelter.
We strive to provide the best care, treatment and placement of animals in need.
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Every animal available for adoption at The Humane Society of Delaware County is special and deserves love, but these pets need special people, and we hope it’s you!
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It’s pets and their humans that make difference! Our stats demonstrate how our community supports our mission. When you consider that the HSDC is not supported at the county, state or federal government level, it takes a lot of love and dedication from donors to support daily operations. As a 501(c)(3), your donations are tax deductible.
- 11,100+ lives saved since 2019
- 1,906 adoptions in 2024
- 2,180 foster placements in 2024
ANIMALS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION
Happy Monday and Another Week of Happy Beginnings! 🐾💕
There’s nothing quite like seeing our animals head home with their new families! This past week, several of our shelter residents found their people—and we couldn’t be happier for every one of them.
A huge thank you to all the families who chose adoption and welcomed a new family member into their homes. Your decision gives these animals the fresh start they deserve. ❤️
To all of our recent adoptees: good luck in your new lives! May they be filled with comfy beds, happy moments, plenty of love, and all the adventures that come with finding your forever home.
And if you’re still looking for your newest family member, there are plenty of wonderful animals waiting to meet you!
🐾 See who’s currently available for adoption:
hsdcohio.org/adopt/ ...
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💙 Happy Ending: Indigo! 💙
Indigo (formerly known as Clover) found his forever home in August 2024, and it sounds like he’s been making the most of it ever since! 🐾
These days, Indigo is living his best life in Delaware, where he has a big backyard to explore, plenty of room to run, and a corgi sister named Isla to keep him company. And according to his family, he’s still every bit the wild boy!
Most importantly, Indigo is surrounded by love and has truly found where he belongs. We couldn’t be happier for this sweet boy and his family!
Happy life, Indigo! 💙 ...
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🐾 Doggy 101: Are Your Dogs Playing Nicely? 🐾
Dog play can look VERY different from one dog to another! Some dogs love to wrestle and roughhouse, while others would rather chase, bounce around, or keep things a little more low-key.
So how do you know if everyone is having fun?
The key is reciprocity. Good play is a two-way interaction where both dogs are comfortable, engaged, and choosing to participate. Look for loose body language, turn-taking, frequent breaks, and friendly signals like play bows. ❤️
And remember: play can change! Even if two dogs started out having a great time, it's important to keep watching their body language and step in if one dog becomes overwhelmed or wants to stop.
👉 Swipe through for some helpful signs that your dogs are playing nicely—and when it may be time for a break! ...
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