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Henrico Humane Society Animal rescue in Richmond, VA

Henrico Humane Society is an all-volunteer, foster-based,
non-profit organization that rescues dogs and cats from
across Central Virginia and places them in loving, forever
homes.

HHS has saved hundreds of animals each year since
1991. Many of the dogs and cats we rescue come from
shelters in rural areas where they have fewer adoption
opportunities. The majority of the animals in our care live
with foster parents until they find a permanent home.

We don't have a shelter and most of our animals live in foster homes until they're adopted, which allows us to get to know their personality and temperament. Applicants are carefully screened to ensure we find the right forever home for the dogs and cats we rescue. Our adoption process allows us to learn about potential adopters so we can help find the perfect matcher their home.

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Phone (804) 262-6634
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Address
P.O. Box 28014
Richmond, VA 23228
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Adoptable pets at Henrico Humane Society

We'll also keep you updated on Serena's adoption status with email updates.
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Serena

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Kitten
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Willie's adoption status with email updates.
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Willie

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Young
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Finnegan's adoption status with email updates.
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Finnegan

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky

Rottweiler/Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Puppy
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Simon's adoption status with email updates.
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Simon

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Cloud's adoption status with email updates.
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Cloud

Domestic Mediumhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on A J's adoption status with email updates.
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A J

Catahoula Leopard Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Cookie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cookie

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Senior
Richmond, VA
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Rescue FAQs

Central Virginia

Additional adoption info

Potential adopters are carefully screened to ensure we find the right forever home for the dogs and cats we rescue. Since animals live in foster homes, we get to know their personality and temperament. The adoption process allows us to learn about you, so that we can help find the perfect match for your home.

ADOPTION PROCESS

After finding a cat or dog that you are interested in, you'll need to complete an adoption application either online (https://henricohumane.org) or at an adoption stand. An adoption coordinator will review your application to ensure your situation matches the needs of the animal you're interested in. If completing an application online, please note, every question must be answered on the application for it to be reviewed by an adoption coordinator. As part of the review process, we'll request references. Because we are an all-volunteer organization, it may take up to 48 hours for an adoption coordinator to contact you.

ADOPTION FEES

$100 for a cat or kitten
$150 for an adult dog
$200 for a puppy (under 1 year of age)

The adoption fee covers the cost of shots, spay/neuter, microchipping and worm/flea treatments.

Adoption application

https://www.henricohumane.org/adopt

https://henricohumane.org/donate/

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We'll also keep you updated on Kylie's adoption status with email updates.
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Kylie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 4 mos
Mineral, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Emery's adoption status with email updates.
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Emery

Maltese

Male, 3 yrs
Sandston, VA
We'll also keep you updated on VIOLET's adoption status with email updates.
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VIOLET

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 9 mos
Spotsylvania, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Elektra's adoption status with email updates.
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Elektra

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Richmond, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mae's adoption status with email updates.
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Mae

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Fredericksburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Forest's adoption status with email updates.
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Forest

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Richmond, VA

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