Edmonton Humane Society

05/29/2026

Guinness' Adoption Story ❤️

Guinness' journey to finding a home didn't start out in the typical manner. In November 2019, Laura spotted an injured pup hobbling around her neighbourhood and alerted the Animal Care & Control Centre - Edmonton (ACCC). Needing surgery for a broken leg, he was transferred into the care of the Edmonton Humane Society, where Laura was able to reunite with him.

"I went to visit Guinness at EHS post-surgery and ended up adopting him because he was such a good boy," Laura remembers.

Guinness' leg injury resulted in an amputation, but years later, he's not letting that slow him down. "He’s still so fast at running and swims amazing!" Laura tells us.

When asked why Laura chose Guinness to be a part of her family, the answer is simple: "I love Guinness for his sweet eyes and love for couch snuggles. He’s so loyal and has been my best friend since day one."

A heart-felt thank you to Laura for helping Guinness receive the medical care he so desperately needed, and then welcoming him into her home as if he had been there all along ❤️

We wish this pair many more happy years of cuddles and adventures!

05/28/2026

Attention 📢 🐾

We are so excited to launch our Pets in the Park 50/50 where you can NOW purchase tickets and have a chance to win up to $47,500!

Each ticket directly contributes to the care and adoption of animals in need, while also supporting programs and services that help people and pets thrive, together.

Deadline to purchase 50/50 tickets is 11:59 p.m. MST on June 16, 2026. The final draw will be on June 18, 2026.

Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4dCWsQu

And don't forget to join us at Pets in the Park on Sunday, June 14 for the most pawesome event of the summer ☀️

05/27/2026

It was smooth sailing on today's Global Edmonton segment as Dr. Ted Purcell introduced two-year-old Rocky Road! 🐶

This laid-back guy loves going on exciting sniff walks before cuddling up on the couch for a nice snooze. He requires a home with adults and older children (12+), as well as no small animals or cats.

Dr. Ted was also joined by Alberta Dachshund Rescue's Bev MacDonald to talk about our fan-favourite Dachshund Dash at Pets in the Park! Registration for this much-anticipated race is now open — snag your spot on the starting line 🏁

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zNp9bG

05/26/2026

There are still spots in our Pawp-Up Camps happening May 27 and 28! 🐾

These one-day youth camps designed for children ages 6 to 12 allow participants to spend the day learning about animal welfare and what it means to be a kind and caring companion in our world — through hands-on activities, games and meaningful experiences ✨

What are you waiting for? Snag a spot for your child today: https://bit.ly/4k4tU3N

05/25/2026

Registration for the fan-favourite Dachshund Dash at Pets in the Park is now open! 🐾 🏁

Think your pup has what it takes to go paw-to-paw with some of the fastest? Here's what you need to register for this exciting race sponsored by our friends at Boardwalk:

✅ Have an adorable Dachshund who is comfortable in large crowds of people and other pets.

That's it 😊

So, what are you waiting for? Snag your spot on the starting line today: https://bit.ly/3Vp7YWp

Advanced registration closes at 12 p.m. on June 12 ☀️

05/22/2026

We're back with another Feel Good Foster Friday ❤️

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Hulu 🐱💛 — a sweet kitty who has since been adopted and is now living his best life as Felix!

Felix spent several weeks in a loving home with his foster parent, Ayla, while healing from injuries. During that time, Ayla saw an amazing transformation. When he first arrived, Felix was struggling to fully relax. But little by little, he began to settle in.

As the days went on, he started to feel more like himself. He became more playful, more independent and started showing his true personality in ways he hadn’t before. “Being an animal’s safe space after adversity is always a good feeling,” shares Ayla 🥰

Fostering has had a huge impact on Ayla’s life. She says “it has changed every aspect of my life for the better” and encourages anyone who has been thinking of opening their home to an animal in need to consider becoming a foster.

When asked what she’d say to someone feeling unsure about fostering, Ayla's answer was simple yet insightful: “You have to go into it with the mindset of ‘I’m changing so many animals’ lives for the better.’" 🐾

While our adoption gallery is under renovation, fosters help us maintain capacity and support animals waiting for their perfect homes. From day trips to sleepovers and weekend getaways, even a short break from the shelter can have a huge impact. Interested in helping an animal like Felix on their journey home?

Visit the link in our bio to learn more and apply today! 🏠 💞

05/22/2026

Wondering how things are working during our adoption gallery renovation? Come with us on a tour of our temporary setup for viewing adoptable animals ❤️

(Spoiler: you'll get to see some of the behind-the-scenes shelter spaces not typically open to the public!) 🐾

05/20/2026

Carp the canary spread his wings on Global Edmonton this morning alongside CEO Liza Sunley 🪽

This three-year-old ray of sunshine loves to chirp the day away, bringing sweet serenades to his people. Carp can't wait to find his perfect home filled with lots of enrichment, a large enclosure and quality canary seed ❤️

Liza also reminded viewers about our Pawp-Up Camps happening next week on May 27 and 28. There are still spots in these one-day youth camps designed for children ages 6 to 12 to spend the day learning about animal welfare and what it means to be a kind and caring companion in our world.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zNp9bG

05/19/2026

The City of Edmonton - Local Government's new Animal Care and Control Bylaw officially takes effect today 🐾

The updated bylaw includes new and expanded measures related to animal welfare, responsible pet guardianship and public safety.

You can learn more about the changes below 👇 or visit edmonton.ca/AnimalBylaw

The new Animal Care and Control Bylaw is in effect today!

The updated bylaw introduces new rules to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and the community.

Some of the changes include:
🐾 Stricter penalties for dog attacks and heightened restrictions for owners of vicious dogs.
🐾 An increased focus on animal welfare, including rules for the safe transport of pets in vehicles, and potential fines for leaving an animal unattended in vehicles in extreme weather or in a yard without access to shelter.
🐾 Clear regulations for backyard hens, bees and rabbits.

To learn more about the new bylaw, visit edmonton.ca/AnimalBylaw

05/15/2026

Magnus' Adoption Story ❤️

When Danielle and their family showed up at the Edmonton Humane Society in January 2017, they were still healing from the loss of one of their resident kitties, but felt a pull to go and see if they could potentially find another match.

"We lost our Mitsy months before and we, and our other cat, were very sad," Danielle remembers. "We wanted to give our love to another animal and give them the best life possible!" 🥰

The family took their time visiting with each of the available felines, but it didn't seem as though they were going to make the connection they were hoping to. "We walked through and visited the cats but none of them chose us," Danielle says.

But just as they were about to leave, fate intervened ✨ "We were walking out and forgot about one of the rooms. We walked in and there he was. As soon as we saw him, we knew he was the one. He was the only one left from the litter there. The rest is history!" Danielle tells us.

Now, Magnus has settled into his new home and it's as if he was always a part of the family 🏠

"He tells me when it's treat time and supper time, even when I sleep in on the weekend. He howls like a dog and he gets insulted when you close the bathroom door," Danielle laughs.

We're so glad Magnus was able to find his perfect people, and we wish their family many more years of love and kitty snuggles ❤️