Shelter News

Animal Shelter News is a good place to check out what's happening at the shelter. Check out our Facebook page so that you’ll always know where to find us and our furry friends throughout Stark County and surrounding area to promote animal welfare, adoption, and education.

Animal Shelter News also informs you with updates from our board president, articles from area veterinarians, and other contributors that “speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.” We're always looking for ideas for articles, or other information for animal Shelter News so please Contact Us with your ideas.

fall pup for adoption

Update

President's Report

As Fall approaches in Northeast Ohio the Stark County Humane Society (SCHS) once again gears up for the challenges of changing weather patterns and reconfigures its activities to accommodate the fact students are back in school and most of us have returned to work from extended vacations.
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summer pup from june volunteering

Update

President's Report

As we approach another summer in Ohio the Stark County Humane Society (SCHS) is immersed in efforts to improve the physical structure of the Shelter, enhance the veterinary care we offer, pursue efforts to rescue sick and abandoned animals, support prosecutions in criminal neglect cases, educate the public as to the therapeutic effect of offering a loving adoptive home to…
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lovely white cat nature

Update

President's Report

This year we look forward to Spring even more enthusiastically than in years past.
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Partner Feature

PetSmart Love-A-Pet

The Stark County Humane Society is happy to be a proud Gold Adoption Partner to Petsmart! We are truly grateful for both North Canton and Massillon Petsmart stores! In 2024, we adopted 1,155 animals through our Love A Pet Centers inside Petsmart stores! On behalf of SCHS and our furry friends, thank you!
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Update

Foster Kittens for the Humane Society

The Humane Society of Stark County needs loving individuals to become Foster Parents for kittens. With so many orphaned kittens it is overwhelming for the shelter to care for these little babies. Please consider becoming a Foster Parent.
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baby skunk inside hollow log

A Word from a Vet

Springtime

Spring is fast approaching. Soon all the snow will be gone and the grass will be turning green. With this warm up, skunks will soon be leaving their winter homes and be more active in our backyards. This increased activity means that our pets will have more of a chance to come in contact with them.
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Stark County Humane Society Paws Stepping Animation