Nevada Humane Society

Nevada Humane Society Proudly serving Northern Nevada’s most vulnerable pets by caring for them, finding them homes, and saving lives. Linktr.ee/nevadahumanesociety
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Join us in making a difference one paw at a time. Nevada Humane Society (NHS) is a charitable, non-profit organization founded in 1932. Our mission is to bring people and animals together to create a no-kill community in Northern Nevada. We provide shelter and care to homeless pets, adoption services, low-cost public spay/neuter and vaccination services, pet food assistance and other services for

our community. We encourage you to visit our website for the latest shelter news, events, Happy Tails, and information on our adoptable shelter pets. https://nevadahumanesociety.org

🎄💚 Meet Cindy Lou Who, the Cat Who Stole Our Hearts (and Made Them Grow Three Sizes). 💚🎄Straight out of Whoville and int...
01/02/2026

🎄💚 Meet Cindy Lou Who, the Cat Who Stole Our Hearts (and Made Them Grow Three Sizes). 💚🎄

Straight out of Whoville and into our clinic on Monday, December 29th, Cindy Lou Who became our 4,000th Community Medicine surgery for owned pets in Washoe County, helping us reach our year’s goal and proving that the biggest moments often come in the smallest packages. 🐱

This program launched in May of this year, and in less than 7 months, it has already brought affordable, preventive veterinary care to thousands of pets in Northern Nevada, supporting families, reducing shelter strain, and strengthening our entire community. In total, over 6,200 owned pets were spayed/neutered this year, when we include the pets outside of Washoe County!

🎄💚Celebrating this milestone, the whole shelter is humming, hearts are growing, & even the Grinch would approve. 💚🎄

We are paws-itively thrilled to begin the new year with a story that reminds us all why we do what we do, and how much y...
01/01/2026

We are paws-itively thrilled to begin the new year with a story that reminds us all why we do what we do, and how much your support truly means!

Two Step, a near-blind pup, came to Nevada Humane Society after being found wandering alone. Despite his rough start, his gentle spirit quickly won hearts. 💙

Every day for two months, Brendan, a medical student in Reno, visited Two Step, building a quiet, patient bond. On Brendan’s last day in town, he walked in, saw Two Step waiting with a wagging tail, and knew he couldn’t leave without him.

Today, Two Step is thriving in Brooklyn, soaking up city walks, snuggles, and naps with his favorite squishmallows. 🐾

Because of you, pets like Two Step get the time and care they need to find their person. It’s not too late to give through 12 Saves and help create more happy endings. 💙

Give a 12 Saves gift today by clicking the following link! https://nevadahumanesociety.org/donate/?segmentCode=12SS1325

🎄💚 Meet Cindy Lou Who, the Cat Who Stole Our Hearts (and Made Them Grow Three Sizes). 💚🎄Straight out of Whoville and int...
01/01/2026

🎄💚 Meet Cindy Lou Who, the Cat Who Stole Our Hearts (and Made Them Grow Three Sizes). 💚🎄

Straight out of Whoville and into our clinic on Monday, December 29th, Cindy Lou Who became our 4,000th Community Medicine surgery for owned pets in Washoe County, helping us reach our year's goal and proving that the biggest moments often come in the smallest packages. 🐱

This program launched in May of this year, and in less than 7 months, it has already brought affordable, preventive veterinary care to thousands of pets in Northern Nevada, supporting families, reducing shelter strain, and strengthening our entire community. In total, over 6,200 owned pets were spayed/neutered this year, when we include the pets outside of Washoe County!

🎄💚Celebrating this milestone, the whole shelter is humming, hearts are growing, & even the Grinch would approve. 💚🎄

Happy New Year! 🎆In observance of the holiday, we will be closed tomorrow, January 1st and will resume regular business ...
12/31/2025

Happy New Year! 🎆

In observance of the holiday, we will be closed tomorrow, January 1st and will resume regular business hours on Friday, January 2nd.

We are so excited to continue ensuring nose-to-tail happiness and support in the new year! 🐶🐱🐰

Four tiny kittens were found trapped in a sealed container on the Black Rock Desert — weak, dehydrated, and fighting for...
12/31/2025

Four tiny kittens were found trapped in a sealed container on the Black Rock Desert — weak, dehydrated, and fighting for their lives. 💔

Because of you, help was waiting. Emergency medical care, round-the-clock support, and a fighting chance saved one tiny survivor. Today, Playa is alive, loved, and thriving. 💙

Your 12 Saves gift helps ensure that when the next fragile life is found, we can say “yes.” Please give today by clicking the following link: https://nevadahumanesociety.org/donate/?segmentCode=12SS1225

Metrics Monday but make it Tuesday (whoops)! Here are our stats from the week of December 28. Population & Capacity As o...
12/31/2025

Metrics Monday but make it Tuesday (whoops)! Here are our stats from the week of December 28.

Population & Capacity

As of 7pm Sunday, December 28th, we have 263 animals in our care – this is 11 less animals compared to the previous week. We have 34 at our Carson Campus, 133 at our Reno Campus, and 96 in the care of our foster volunteers. The Carson Campus dog kennels are at 37% capacity, and the Reno Campus dog kennels are at 57% capacity.

Intakes

136 animals came into our campuses last week. NHS received 44 Owner/Guardian Surrenders (2 less animals from the previous week), 10 Strays (4 less animals from the previous week) and zero Strays too young for adoption (no change from the previous week). We also transferred 30 cats and 16 dogs from our close partners at Washoe County Regional Animal Services. 34 animals were transferred in from other rescue partners.

Outcomes

77 cats, 50 dogs and 3 small animals were adopted last week – this is 1 more cat, same number of dogs, and 1 less small animal compared to the previous week. We were able to reunite 12 dogs with their owners (2 more than last week), 1 cat (1 more than last week) and 2 small animals (2 more than last week).

3 animals were humanely euthanized last week; all were due to illness, injuries or quality of life. As the community’s safety net, we take these decisions to heart. They are made only when all other options have been exhausted, and always with kindness, respect, and the goal of preventing suffering. These moments are incredibly difficult for our team; each one weighs heavily, as our staff care deeply about every animal that comes through our doors.

Community Support

Last week we received 24 surrender requests for cats, 57 surrender requests for dogs, and 6 surrender requests for small animals. The median time between a completed application to surrender appointment last week was 3 days for cats and 5 days for dogs. Same day emergency surrender appointments are available every day for situations that require immediate relinquishment.

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Sadie arrived at Nevada Humane Society as one of nine puppies fighting Parvovirus. She was weak, dehydrated, and barely ...
12/30/2025

Sadie arrived at Nevada Humane Society as one of nine puppies fighting Parvovirus. She was weak, dehydrated, and barely hanging on. 💔

Because of you, Sadie wasn’t just another statistic.

She survived. 💙

With lifesaving medical care and the love of a devoted foster mom, Sadie slowly grew stronger, tiny tail wags turning into full-on joy.

Against the odds, five puppies from her litter pulled through.

Once she healed, Sadie’s foster mom made it official.

On October 7th, Sadie was adopted into the only home she’d ever need. 🐾

Today, she’s healthy, happy, and living her best puppy life. Your generosity made her second chance possible, and helps more puppies like Sadie survive and thrive. 💙

Donate today to continue the life-saving by clicking the link in our bio.

When Shadow arrived at our Carson City shelter, his world had just fallen apart. His family was moving across the countr...
12/29/2025

When Shadow arrived at our Carson City shelter, his world had just fallen apart. His family was moving across the country and couldn’t take him with them. 💙

He was adopted quickly, but big change was hard. By Christmas 2024, Shadow was back again: older, wary of strangers, and unsure who he could trust.

Because of donors like you, Shadow was given something priceless, time.

A volunteer showed up every week, no pressure, just quiet companionship. Slowly, Shadow’s fear faded. Tail wags replaced trembling. Trust began to grow.

After more than 100 days in our care, Shadow finally went home for good on April 11, 2025. Today, he’s soaking up sunshine, enjoying walks, and living the happy life he always deserved. 🐾

Your compassion gave Shadow his second, and third, chance.

There are more pets like him still waiting. Your 12 Saves gift helps make stories like this possible. 💙

Click the link in our bio to make a 12 Saves gift today! 🐶

Every day, pets arrive at Nevada Humane Society carrying fear, anxiety, or uncertainty from their past. For Drax, that...
12/28/2025

Every day, pets arrive at Nevada Humane Society carrying fear, anxiety, or uncertainty from their past.

For Drax, that fear felt overwhelming, but because of you, he was never alone. 💙

He needed far more than food and shelter, he needed time, patience, and support to heal.

That’s where your generosity made a difference. Your support gave Drax a calm, safe environment with enrichment toys, comforting kennels, and staff who spent time building trust day after day.

Support from people like you fuels every breakthrough. Your 12 Saves gift today will change the future for pets like Drax:

💙$50 provides enrichment toys to ease stress and help a fearful pet begin to relax.

💙$100 supports daily training sessions that turn small steps into life-changing progress.

💙$250 ensures dogs like Drax receive the one-on-one behavioral care they need to heal and find their forever homes.

Click the link in our bio to make a 12 Saves gift today!

When more than 60 guinea pigs arrived at Nevada Humane Society in a single day, it was an extraordinary intake, one that...
12/27/2025

When more than 60 guinea pigs arrived at Nevada Humane Society in a single day, it was an extraordinary intake, one that few shelters could handle.

Because of you, we were able to act immediately.

Your generosity allowed our team to convert cat colony rooms into safe, temporary housing and separate males from females to prevent more litters.

Some of these small companions found homes within days, while others stayed longer, including several moms who gave birth.

Thanks to your support, every guinea pig received clean housing, nutritious food, medical exams, and the safety they needed until they were ready for loving families.

This is exactly what your 12 Saves gift makes possible.

Emergencies can’t be planned, but your generosity ensures Nevada Humane Society can respond when animals have nowhere else to turn.

Because of you, more than 60 guinea pigs, and their babies, were given a second chance at life, love, and happy homes. 💛

Click the following link to make a 12 Saves gift today! ❤️ https://nevadahumanesociety.org/donate/?segmentCode=12SS825

What should have been a routine neuter surgery for Lil Wayne turned into a lifesaving intervention, all thanks to you. ...
12/26/2025

What should have been a routine neuter surgery for Lil Wayne turned into a lifesaving intervention, all thanks to you.

During the procedure, the veterinary team discovered his tail was nearly severed, with necrotic tissue that couldn’t heal on its own. He was also struggling with painful eye irritation.

Without immediate care, Lil Wayne would have faced severe pain and infection.

Because of you, he didn’t. 💙

Your generosity provides surgeries, medications, and specialized treatments that give pets like Lil Wayne a chance to heal.

Day by day, Lil Wayne grew stronger. His tail healed, his eyes cleared, and his playful personality began to shine.

Soon, he was ready to meet his forever family, and today, he is safe, happy, and living the life every pet deserves.

Your 12 Saves gift makes urgent surgeries, gentle recovery, and second chances possible. Please give today and help the next pet in crisis get the care they need. 🐾

Visit the following link to make a 12 Saves gift today! ❤️ https://nevadahumanesociety.org/donate/?segmentCode=12SS725

Cascades was just a tiny kitten when he came to Nevada Humane Society, full of life, but struggling with a painful skin ...
12/25/2025

Cascades was just a tiny kitten when he came to Nevada Humane Society, full of life, but struggling with a painful skin condition called ringworm.

The itchy patches and hair loss left him restless and vulnerable, and he needed extra time and resources before he could find a loving home.

During recovery, cats must be housed separately and given extra care to stay healthy and happy. Without the space, time, and resources donors like you provide, kittens like Cascades often wait longer for homes.

Because of your generosity, Cascades received lifesaving care, comfort, and a safe place to heal.

He became the first kitten of the year to be officially cleared of ringworm, and he’s just one of over 200 kittens treated this year, thanks to compassionate supporters like you.

After his long journey, Cascades found his fur-ever family. Today, he’s thriving, living a life full of love, play, and happiness from nose to tail.

Because of you, kittens like Cascades don’t just survive, they receive the care and attention they need to grow into healthy, happy cats. Thank you for making his 12 Saves story possible. 🐾

Click the following link to make a 12 Saves gift today! https://nevadahumanesociety.org/donate/?segmentCode=12SS625

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2825 Longley Lane Ste B
Reno, NV
89502

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 6:30pm
Thursday 11am - 6:30pm
Friday 11am - 6:30pm
Saturday 11am - 6:30pm
Sunday 11am - 6:30pm

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+17758562000

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