About
Since 1892, the Erie Humane Society has been a place of hope for animals in need. What began as a mission to investigate abuse has grown into a promise: to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Rehome homeless pets in need of compassion and shelter.
We believe every animal deserves a second chance. Guided by “No-Kill” standards, we care for the whole pet—healing their bodies, understanding their behavior, and nurturing their spirits—so they’re ready for the loving homes they deserve.
None of this would be possible without our compassionate community. Your support provides safe shelter, veterinary care, spaying and neutering, grooming, temperament assessments, and so much more. Every act of kindness helps an animal start a fresh chapter, filled with love and the promise of a forever home.
Our Mission is to:
Rescue
Provide temporary shelter, medical care, and support to pets in need, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Rehabilitate
Heal, nurture, and prepare pets—physically and emotionally—for a brighter future.
Rehome
Match pets with loving, responsible homes through thoughtful adoption processes, guidance, and ongoing support.
Our Facility
Dog Kennels
- 24 large-breed public kennels
- Two adjoining rooms
- Garage doors for fresh air (weather permitting)
- 6 small-breed public kennels
- Single room
- Doorway for fresh air (weather permitting)
- All dog kennels feature:
- Heated floors (cold weather)
- Automatic water bowls
- Each dog is provided:
- A Kuranda Bed and bedding
- Toys for enrichment
Clinical Facilities (Pets not ready for adoption)
- 14 additional dog kennels
- 40 additional cat kennels
- Operating room
- Exam room
- Grooming room
- Meal preparation rooms
Cat Kennels
- 32 kennels in main cat room
- 6 kennels in secondary cat room
- Free-roam lounge that houses our Homestead Helper cats
- 8 kennels in the main lobby
- All cats enjoy bedding and toys in addition to their litter box and food/water
- The main cat room also features soft, relaxing music thanks to a stereo system donated by friends of EHS, Samantha Randall and Brooke Surgener.
Outdoor Facilities
- The Erie Humane Society's campus extends down to Walnut Creek, which is a great space for dog walks.
- Two dog parks are available for public use, thanks to grant funding from ECGRA and the Erie Community Foundation.
- Shelter dogs enjoy daily playtime in our New Motors Subaru Courtyard Bark Park, dog run and our shelter dog park.
