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We are a nonprofit 501 (c)3 organization founded in 1966. We strive to achieve our mission of ensuring the humane and compassionate treatment of all animals by delivering and implementing our vision statements. Our vision includes seeking safe and suitable homes for homeless animals, reuniting lost animals with their human companion

and providing humane care and treatment for animals in need of protection.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town for Santa Mini Sessions! The Hopkins County Humane Society’s annual Santa Mini Picture Sessions are back! Signups are open NOW for our November 14th event at Gather at the Mark, 35 North Main Street. Capture a little Christmas magic while supporting the animals in our care. Reserve your session and make some merry memories!

Our Director, Dustin Potenza, Speaks at Keep It Humane Training in Butler County On October 14th, Hopkins County Humane Society Director Dustin Potenza presented at Keep It Humane Training, covering animal welfare topics affecting communities across Kentucky. We are proud to have Dustin, a respected voice in animal welfare across the state, leading our local shelter. Thank you, Dustin, for sharing your knowledge and for your dedication to the animals in our community!

Together… we can make a difference. We’re excited to begin work soon on our new shelter on Laffoon Trail! This long-awaited project marks a hopeful new chapter for the Hopkins County Humane Society and the animals we serve. Stay tuned for “breaking” news and details about our upcoming capital campaign—and how you can help build their future.

Memorialize or Honor

Memorial and Honor gifts are wonderful ways to express your love and appreciation for someone special. Whether you want to honor a person or pet for their birthday, a holiday, or some other occasion, your gift will show them how much you care for them and the animals.

Or you may choose to remember a person or pet with a Memorial gift that pays tribute to them while allowing HCHS to continue to care for the animals within our community.