Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society

Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth has been serving the community since 1927. The humane society is self-funded and self-governed.

In 2012, the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society and the Stratford SPCA combined under one organization and board of directors to create KWSPHS. The Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society and Stratford Perth Humane Society have long standing histories of serving people and pets in their communities. In 2012, the two organizations joined to become one of Ontario's largest animal welfare charities. Today,

they are known as The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth, which operate animal centres in Kitchener and Stratford. Together, they service the areas of Kitchener, Waterloo, Wilmot, Woolwich, Wellesley, Stratford and Perth County. The humane society also helps animals outside of these areas, as time and resources allow. Outside of contracts for animal services, they receive no government funding. Instead, they rely on the generosity of donors to help animals within their communities and to provide animal welfare focused education and outreach. MISSION
We are leaders in animal welfare in our communities, focusing on the responsible treatment of animals through education, compliance, advocacy and care. VISION
Communities that value and respect animals. VALUES
Serving communities
Humane treatment of animals
Innovation and learning
Compassion and dedication
Leadership and collaboration
Accountability

Please contact us at:

Kitchener location - 519-745-5615
Stratford location - 519-273-6600

✨Wishlist Wednesday - Whelping Collars✨This week, we are looking for donations of whelping collars. These help us with l...
10/01/2025

✨Wishlist Wednesday - Whelping Collars✨

This week, we are looking for donations of whelping collars. These help us with litters of kittens and puppies to keep track of who's who!

If you are able to donate this item, please visit our website to view our Amazon wishlist.

https://kwsphumane.ca/wishlist

Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.Today, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, and ...
09/30/2025

Honouring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Today, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, and the children who never came home.

We reflect on the truths of this history, and the ongoing impact on Indigenous families and communities. We commit to listening, learning, and taking meaningful steps toward reconciliation, each and every day.

As a team, we are taking time to learn and reflect together today, and we encourage you to learn more: https://nctr.ca/education/

Out of respect, our social channels will be quiet today as we honour this day with reflection and learning.

Do you or someone you know need a little help keeping food bowls full this week? We’re here for you.Our Pet Pantry is op...
09/29/2025

Do you or someone you know need a little help keeping food bowls full this week? We’re here for you.

Our Pet Pantry is open tomorrow in Kitchener from 1PM – 4PM and Friday in Stratford from 10am – 1pm.

This program runs thanks to the incredible generosity of our community. 💙 If you’re able to donate pet food, you’ll be helping neighbours and their pets through difficult times.

Because we’re all Better Together, and no one should ever have to choose between caring for themselves and their pets.

*Availability of products depends on our volume of stock.

Cotton Candy & Cotton Ball are a couple of adorable, snow-white bunnies looking for a loving home together. At their cur...
09/29/2025

Cotton Candy & Cotton Ball are a couple of adorable, snow-white bunnies looking for a loving home together. At their current foster home, they often enjoy playing with their foster family's grandson!

These two bunnies are sweet and gentle and would make wonderful companions 🤍

Adopt Cotton Candy & Cotton Ball today!

https://kwsphumane.ca/adopt/small-animals

Get your running shoes ready for the Tails on Trails: 50K in 50 Days Virtual Challenge 🐾Get ready to hit the trail (virt...
09/29/2025

Get your running shoes ready for the Tails on Trails: 50K in 50 Days Virtual Challenge 🐾

Get ready to hit the trail (virtually!) from October 12 – November 30 with your furry sidekick and support animals in need! The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth is bringing back our beloved Tails on Trails — this time as a virtual challenge!

We’re challenging you to walk or run 50 km in 50 days — the same distance between our Kitchener and Stratford Centres. Do it your way: 👟 Complete it all at once, break it into chunks, or take it slow with just 1 km a day — it’s up to you! 📏 You’ll track your own mileage and watch your progress grow with every step.

💰 Go the Extra Mile – Fundraise! When you sign up, you’ll receive your own fundraising page to share with friends and family.

🥇 The first 100 participants to raise $50 will earn an exclusive Tails on Trails medal.

🐶 The first 50 to raise $75 or more will also receive a matching medal for their dog!

📱 Share Your Journey! We want to follow your adventure — from muddy paws to milestone moments. 📸 Tag us and use the hashtag to be featured and help spread the word!

💡 Why Join?
Help local animals in need
Stay active and motivated
Celebrate the bond with your pet
Join a paws-itively amazing community of animal lovers

Ready to take on the 50K challenge? Visit our website to sign up today!

Walk it. Run it. However you do it — do it for the animals. 🐾

https://kwsphumane.ca/events/virtual-tails-on-trails

Hazel looks so comfy cozy in her forever home 🥹"Hazel has been happy and healthy in her new home and her loving cuddly p...
09/28/2025

Hazel looks so comfy cozy in her forever home 🥹

"Hazel has been happy and healthy in her new home and her loving cuddly personality has really started to shine!"

We've had some pretty amazing kids stop by our centre this summer!These kiddos hosted their own lemonade stands and dona...
09/28/2025

We've had some pretty amazing kids stop by our centre this summer!

These kiddos hosted their own lemonade stands and donated money to our shelter. Thank you SO much for being kind, thoughtful, and generous. The animals at our centre are very lucky to have friends like you ❤️

We have upcoming dates available for our Yoga With The Animals program for both our Stratford and Kitchener locations th...
09/28/2025

We have upcoming dates available for our Yoga With The Animals program for both our Stratford and Kitchener locations this October!

For just $20, you can enjoy an hour of relaxing, guided yoga while little, furry friends roam the room!

Sign up through our website today.

https://kwsphumane.ca/yoga-with-the-animals

Adopted Nico is one lucky pup who got to spend his winter in sunny Miami! His pawrents also did a DNA test for him and h...
09/27/2025

Adopted Nico is one lucky pup who got to spend his winter in sunny Miami! His pawrents also did a DNA test for him and he is 100% Chihuahua and 100% ADORABLE!

We are deeply touched by the generosity of long-time supporter, Sheila, who donated $500 in memory of her beloved chihua...
09/27/2025

We are deeply touched by the generosity of long-time supporter, Sheila, who donated $500 in memory of her beloved chihuahuas, Chia and Cheech. 💛

Chia was almost 17 years old and, in Sheila’s words, “the love of our lives.” This beautiful, memorial gift creates a legacy that will help other animals in need find love and care.

Memorial giving is a powerful way to honour the special bond we share with our pets. These donations not only celebrate their memory, but also bring hope to countless animals still waiting for their chance at a forever home.

Thank you, Sheila, for turning love into lasting impact.

📸 Pictured: sweet Chia

https://kwsphumane.ca/donate

Here's a feel-good story for your weekend!This wonderful family fell in love with an adorable, little pup named "Sparky"...
09/27/2025

Here's a feel-good story for your weekend!

This wonderful family fell in love with an adorable, little pup named "Sparky" at our shelter. Sparky was pretty special because he only had 3 legs! The family made the decision to welcome Sparky into their family and gave him the new name "Maverick," but that's not even the best part...

They adopted a dog from us 9 years ago named Riot, and wouldn't you know it... Riot is also a 3-legged dog! Now, these two special pups get to be best pals and live a wonderful life together ❤️

A (Happy) Tail of Two Kitties 🐈"Ellie (Eclipse) started off as shy and easily spooked, yet sweet. Now, after two months,...
09/26/2025

A (Happy) Tail of Two Kitties 🐈

"Ellie (Eclipse) started off as shy and easily spooked, yet sweet. Now, after two months, she is the sweetest, goofiest cat. She loves her food and playtime and often calls us to join her for a game. She’s incredibly communicative, waking us up with gentle trills and rubbing against our faces. Ellie loves being around us, quietly watching everything with her curious eyes.

Luna-bee (Luna) is our little fireball—a perfect mix of sweetness and energy. She’s extremely affectionate, friendly, playful, and talkative. Her purring starts with just a glance. Luna loves playing with Ellie. She also enjoys playing hide-and-seek with us and loves it when we throw toys for her to chase and find.

We’re so glad we brought them home together. Ellie and Luna fill our days with joy as we watch them run and play, and they warm our hearts with their trills and purrs.

Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity."

Address

250 Riverbend Drive
Kitchener, ON
N2B2E9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15197455615

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The Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society was founded in 1927 with a mission of helping lost, abandoned or abused animals get a second chance at life. In 2012, we assumed ownership of the long-standing Perth County OSPCA branch, renaming it the Stratford Perth Humane Society. Since 2012, we have been known as one organization, now called the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth.

The Humane Society exists to help animals in need in our communities. We operate two locations - the Kitchener Waterloo Humane Society in Kitchener, and the Stratford Perth Humane Society in Stratford. Together they service the areas of Kitchener, Waterloo, Wilmot, Woolwich, Wellesley, Stratford and Perth County. From time to time we help animals outside of these areas, as time and resources allow.

The Humane Society is self-funded and self- governed. Outside of contracts for animal protection services, we receive no government funding. We rely on the generosity of our donors to help animals within our communities and to provide animal welfare focused community education and outreach.

We offer a variety of community programs for youth and adults, as well as low-cost veterinary options such as microchipping, trap-neuter-return / barn cat programs, and spay/neuter services.