Humane Society of Nelson County

Humane Society of Nelson County 2391 New Haven Road
Bardstown Ky 40004
502-349-2082 The Humane Society of Nelson County is a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation which was formed in 1994.

In 1996, in collaboration with county government, we completed construction of the original structure at the back of the Fairgrounds. We built and opened our surgery clinic in 2005, added the dog adoption kennel in 2007, and totally remodeled the original shelter which became the adoption/volunteer center in 2008. Until March, 2022, when Fiscal Court officially took over all management and funding

of shelter, we were an integral part of daily operations of the county shelter. Now, the Humane Society functions as an essential “Friend of the Shelter” organization, assisting with donated funds, supplies, and volunteer efforts to provide services which are beyond the scope of a rural Kentucky county shelter. Our most important contributions are: (1) providing veterinary care for sick, injured, or very young animals, plus foster homes for recovery or special care, (2) funding for transportation to distant rescue organizations (cost of vehicle, driver, and other travel expenses); and, (3) providing low-cost spay/neuter and other veterinary services for adopted shelter pets before release to new homes. Nearly all animal adoptions in Nelson County are now handled by our shelter partner, Nelson County Animal Shelter, and their available pets can be seen by clicking this link (https://www.petfinder.com/search/pets-for-adoption/?shelter_id%5B0%5D=KY560&sort%5B0%5D=recently_added) to their Petfinder page. The Humane Society occasionally has pets, mainly cats and kittens, housed in foster homes. When these become available, they can be viewed by clicking on this link (https://www.petfinder.com/search/cats-for-adoption/us/ky/40004/?distance=Anywhere&shelter_id%5B0%5D=KY33) which will take you to our Petfinder page where you can learn more about the pet and fill out an application. As always, the Humane Society continues to offer Humane Education and Pet Therapy visits to schools, community organizations, and assisted living facilities. We also continue to offer financial assistance to qualifying owners who cannot afford emergent or urgent treatment for their pets’ serious illnesses or injuries.

08/21/2026

REMINDER to those of you who have an appointment at the KHS Care-A-Van on Monday. It will be at the Nelson County Justice Center, 200 Plaza Drive across from the old McDonald's.

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The Kentucky Humane Society’s CARE-a-Van is bringing FREE cat spay/neuter surgeries to Nelson County residents on Tues, ...
08/10/2026

The Kentucky Humane Society’s CARE-a-Van is bringing FREE cat spay/neuter surgeries to Nelson County residents on Tues, Aug 25th at the Nelson County Justice Center, 200 Plaza Drive (location has been changed from the Fairgrounds to the Justice Center).

Appointments are required and can be made online at:
https://www.kyhumane.org/services/khs-care-a-van/
When booking, please look for Nelson County Justice Center.

Spaces are limited, and if that location does not appear in your search, that means all available appointments for that location are full.

There is a $25 deposit per cat. This deposit will be refunded when you attend your appointment. You may sign up for multiple cats, but each cat must have its own appointment and deposit.

This opportunity will fill quickly, so don’t wait — secure your FREE cat spay or neuter appointment today!

The Kentucky Humane Society's CARE-a-van is bringing FREE cat spay/neuter surgeries to Nelson County residents on Tuesda...
05/20/2026

The Kentucky Humane Society's CARE-a-van is bringing FREE cat spay/neuter surgeries to Nelson County residents on Tuesday, June 16th at the Nelson County Fairgrounds.

Appointments are required and can be made at https://www.kyhumane.org/services/khs-care-a-van/ . Look for the Nelson County Location. Spaces are limited and if that location does not show up in your search, then all slots are full.

There is a $25 deposit per cat that will be refunded when you attend your appointment. You can sign up for multiple cats, but you must make an appointment and pay the deposit for each cat.

This opportunity will fill up quickly so don't wait - secure your FREE cat spay or neuter today!

Thanks to Chris at Hayden Branding for making and installing our wall logo. It looks great!
05/04/2026

Thanks to Chris at Hayden Branding for making and installing our wall logo. It looks great!

Hello! It's time to collect your used items that work and donate to the Humane Society yard sale coming up May 15 & 16 ...
04/11/2026

Hello! It's time to collect your used items that work and donate to the Humane Society yard sale coming up May 15 & 16 at the First Christian Church! Please take nice, gently used clothing to JT's Consignments under our account. You may bring your items to the church on Friday, May 15th. Thanks for supporting us!

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2391 New Haven Road
Bardstown, KY
40004

Telephone

(502) 349-2082

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