Hawaiian Humane Society

Hawaiian Humane Society People for Animals. Animals for People. Established in 1883, this non-profit organization is not a chapter of any group as there is no national humane society.
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Mōʻiliʻili Campus
Adoption Center open daily 11 am - 6 pm
2700 Waiʻalae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96826

Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili
Adoption Center open daily 11 am - 6 pm
91-1945 Fort Weaver Rd, ʻEwa Beach, HI 96706 Visit HawaiianHumane.org to learn more. In April 2010, Hawaiian Humane Society’s Facebook was established to empower people to do more for animals in their own care and more for animals

within their reach. Our Facebook team works to reduce pet overpopulation, celebrate the human-animal bond, and educate pet owners to be role models for others. We welcome phone calls not Facebook posts about shelter operations, customer service complaints, cruelty tips and other concerns as we take them seriously and believe they deserve personalized and immediate attention by our leadership. We have posted all key telephone numbers and you can reach our staff directly at HawaiianHumane.org/ContactUs.

Dawn took the "Couch Crashers" assignment very seriously.This sweet, 11-month-old terrier mix just wrapped up a couple o...
09/03/2026

Dawn took the "Couch Crashers" assignment very seriously.

This sweet, 11-month-old terrier mix just wrapped up a couple of weeks with a Couch Crashers foster family, and as you can see, she nailed the job description. Couch? Claimed. Sunny spot under the lānai? Hers too. Dawn is a straight chiller who is equally happy relaxing at home, riding in the backseat, or hanging out at a dog-friendly restaurant.

Don’t let the lounging fool you. When she is not perfecting her sprawl, Dawn is affectionate, goofy, and playful, with morning zoomies that are something to behold. She has lovely manners too. Her Couch Crasher dad stated that she waits patiently for her food, settles when asked, walks nicely on leash, and nailed potty trained after picking up the routine quickly. He also shared that Dawn got along well with other dogs and was gentle and sweet with their 2-year-old toddler.

Mahalo plenty to Dawn's Couch Crashers family for opening their home and couch, and for helping us get to know more about this special girl outside the shelter environment. Everything they shared will help us to find the right match for her – could that be YOU?

Dawn is looking for an ʻohana to call her own. If you have been thinking about adding a furry family member, come meet Dawn at our Moʻiliʻili Campus.

Learn more about the lifechanging impact that Couch Crashers has on dogs like Dawn and how you can make a difference at HawaiianHumane.org/couch-crashers.

Paws what you're doing - pau hana at is calling! Join us on Thursday, Sept.10 from 6 to 8 pm at Aloha Beer Co. in their...
09/03/2026

Paws what you're doing - pau hana at is calling! Join us on Thursday, Sept.10 from 6 to 8 pm at Aloha Beer Co. in their dog-friendly beer garden in Kakaʻako for a very special PetWalk: A Josie's ʻOhana Event pop-up registration event.

Bring your best furry friend, grab dinner and a frosty pint from Aloha Beer Co., and order your pup something off their pup menu. Register in advance for PetWalk - Oʻahu's largest outdoor pet celebration coming up on Oct. 24 - on-site and you'll walk away with the exclusive, limited-edition Aloha Beer Co. x Hawaiian Humane collab shirt. It sells out every year, so get there early and register with us on-site to ensure you snag yours!

Great beer, great company, and a fun night out with your pup, all in support of Oʻahu's pets in need. We'll see you there!

How can I help the animals if I can't adopt?It's a question we hear often, and the answer is simpler than you might thin...
09/02/2026

How can I help the animals if I can't adopt?

It's a question we hear often, and the answer is simpler than you might think. One of the biggest ways you can support the pets in our care, and the teams who look after them, is by donating supplies and other high-need items. A donation from our Amazon wish list - or something you already have at home! - can make an enormous difference for the more than 1,000 animals currently in our care, whether they're at our campuses, at off-site adoption locations, or in foster homes.

Here are some of the items we rely on to keep pets safe, happy and healthy. You can purchase them or check what you already have on hand:

- Newspaper
- Large bath and beach towels
- Flat sheets
- Hard toys, like Kongs
- Peanut butter (no Xylitol, please)
- Churu or other lickable cat treats
- Unopened, unexpired dry or wet dog and cat food

When you donate one or more of these items, you're doing more than decluttering your home. You're helping our teams keep kennels clean and as comfortable as possible, and you're supporting our Behavior and volunteer teams as they help shy pets build the confidence to open up. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps pets become their best selves and make meaningful connections with the people who may take them home.

In-person donations are welcome at both our Mōʻiliʻili Campus and Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili, daily from 11 am to 6 pm. You can also order items directly from our Amazon wish list and have them shipped directly to us at HawaiianHumane.org/wishlist.

We are so grateful to the partners, veterinarians, and volunteers who made our recent Pet Kōkua by Hawaiian Humane Commu...
09/02/2026

We are so grateful to the partners, veterinarians, and volunteers who made our recent Pet Kōkua by Hawaiian Humane Community Outreach wellness clinic in Waiʻanae possible, and all who show up for our community's animals and the people who love them.

Hosted at Honolulu Community Action Program (HCAP) Waiʻanae on Saturday, August 29, the clinic brought no-fee veterinary care and essential pet supplies directly to families who need them most.
• 20 community members served
• 35 pets received care and support
• 31 vaccinations administered to protect pets from preventable diseases
• 16 microchips implanted and registered (we’re also celebrating that the rest of the pets were already microchipped!
• 19 custom engraved ID tags made on site
• 32 flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives distributed to maintain ongoing pet health
• 16 pets bathed, thanks to grooming services returning to the clinic

We are grateful to the Windward Community College Veterinary Technology program, and to volunteer veterinarians Dr. Janelle Pang, DVM of Aliʻi Animal Hospital and Dr. Loren Schmidt, DVM of VCA Family and Specialty Veterinary Center in Pearl City, whose skill and generosity made the care possible. Mahalo to HCAP Waiʻanae for opening its doors, and to our Community Allies partners, Kealahou West Oʻahu, Project Vision, RYSE Hawaiʻi, and Ānuenue Psychological, who met pet guardians with social services and patient, trust-building support. We also want to recognize the people behind the scenes, including Hawaiian Humane staff and volunteers across multiple teams, and volunteer RVTs from the community.

Support like this, made possible by PetSmart Charities, reaches further than pet health alone. Vaccinations, microchips, preventatives, and access to low- and no-fee spay/neuter can be part of what helps an unhoused pet guardian qualify for housing. When we care for a pet, we're supporting the entire family, and we see every day how far pet guardians will go for the animals who count on them.

Every September, 's Give Aloha program turns your generosity into something greater for Oʻahu's animals in need. Now thr...
09/01/2026

Every September, 's Give Aloha program turns your generosity into something greater for Oʻahu's animals in need. Now through September 30, gifts made to the Hawaiian Humane Society are matched in part by Foodland, so the dollars you give go further for the animals in our care.

As a nonprofit education and advocacy organization, we shelter, protect, rescue, reunite and rehome animals across our community, caring for nearly 13,000 animals each year. Every gift directly supports our mission to promote the human-animal bond and the humane treatment of all animals.

Supporting Hawaiian Humane takes just a moment at checkout at any Foodland, Sack N Save or Foodland Farms this month:

1. Enter your Maikaʻi phone number or present your Maikaʻi card
2. Tell the cashier, "I'd like to make a $_____* donation to the Hawaiian Humane Society, #77200."
3. Review your receipt to confirm the organization name and donation amount are correct.

*You may donate any dollar amount up to $249.

There are other ways to grow the Give Aloha matching gift, too:

- Donate 250 Maikaʻi points, equal to a $5 donation
- Round up your purchase
- Donate your spare change
- Purchase Give Aloha merchandise designed by artist Suzanne Jennerich

Mahalo for giving aloha!

Join us in celebrating the newest members of the ʻohana, thanks to Clear the Shelters presented by Hill's Pet Nutritio...
09/01/2026

Join us in celebrating the newest members of the ʻohana, thanks to Clear the Shelters presented by Hill's Pet Nutrition!

This August, 686 pets found loving homes across our Mōʻiliʻili Campus, Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili, select Petco locations on Oʻahu and adoption events across the island. Behind every one of those numbers is a family made whole and a pet's life changed for the better.

None of this happens without you. Whether you adopted, opened your home through Couch Crashers or Lap Crashers, took a shelter dog out on an ʻĪlio Explorers field trip, shared a post, or simply stopped by to give some love to a pet who needed it, you were part of this.

Mahalo to NBCUniversal Local, Hill's Pet Nutrition, Greater Good Charities and WeRescue for making it possible for families across the country to choose adoption.

There are still hundreds of pets waiting to find families to call their own at our campuses and adoption locations. Visit HawaiianHumane.org/adoptions to meet your new best friend!

Today is the final day of 100% waived adoption fees thanks to NBCUniversal Local's , presented by !Since waiving adoptio...
08/31/2026

Today is the final day of 100% waived adoption fees thanks to NBCUniversal Local's , presented by !

Since waiving adoption fees this past Friday, 116 pets have found loving families. It’s special to know that so many families chose adoption first. Whether they fell in love with a pet from their profile on our website, or had a chance encounter at one of our campuses, off-site adoption partners or events, these ʻohana have made a real difference for pets looking for a new start.

During that same time, 128 pets came into our care, adding to the 1,000+ animals who are currently depending on Hawaiian Humane for shelter, medical care and more. Each adoption may be the happily-ever-after to a pet’s story with us, but so many more are being written every day. When you choose adoption, you’re helping us ensure we have the space and resources to care for each pet’s individual needs while they wait for their turn.

Welcome home a new furry family member with 100% waived adoption fees TODAY thanks to Clear The Shelters and Hill’s Pet Nutrition. As a special thank you, you’ll also receive a New Pet Parent Kit from Hill’s that includes a starter bag of Hill’s Science Diet, a coupon and post-adoption tips. The newest member of your ʻohana is waiting for you at our Mōʻiliʻili Campus, Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili and select Petco locations across Oʻahu.

Browse all the pets available for adoption at HawaiianHumane.org/adoptions

Can you believe it? The 2026 PetWalk: A Josie's ‘Ohana Event is just around the corner!Whether you're a seasoned PetWalk...
08/30/2026

Can you believe it? The 2026 PetWalk: A Josie's ‘Ohana Event is just around the corner!

Whether you're a seasoned PetWalk pro or a first-time paw-ticipant this year's festivities are going to be one for the books. Start the day with a morning stretch, thanks to our partners at StretchLab. Then, claim your spot at the starting line for the scenic 1.8-mile walk, or the shorter senior stroll. After that, peruse the expo area and snag goodies and information for the whole ʻohana. Finish off the day by competing in our popular costume contest for both pets and people for your chance to win fabulous prizes.

🌳 Kapiʻolani Regional Park
📍 2840 P**i Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 7 am - 12 pm

Ready to join in on the fun? Register today as an individual or a team and start fundraising for Oʻahu's pets in need. Registration is $35 for adults, $20 for keiki 6-10 and includes an exclusive PetWalk 2026 T-shirt. Register and learn more at HawaiianHumane.org/petwalk.

08/29/2026

What's black, white, read all over and can help shelter pets in need?

That's right, your extra issues of MidWeek, Honolulu Star-Advertiser or Pacific Business News can help make our kennels comfortable for pets while they wait for loving homes. With more than 1,000 animals in our care, our newspaper supply is running dangerously low.

We know that not everyone is in a position to adopt or foster, but donating your extra newspapers is still an easy and impactful way to make a real difference. In fact, our most frequent donation needs on an ongoing basis are typically things you might already have in your home, like newspapers, large bath or beach towels, blankets and flat sheets are always welcome at both our Mōʻiliʻili Campus and Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili, open daily from 11 am to 6 pm.

For a full list of our highest need donation items, visit HawaiianHumane.org/wishlist.

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2700 Waiʻalae Avenue
Honolulu, HI
96826

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

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+18083562200

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