Cherokee County Humane Society

For over 30 years, CCHS has worked closely with our community, local vets, county shelters, and those who love their pets to improve the well being of the thousands of animals turned into county shelters, abandoned, and dumped. Recent numbers from the Cherokee County Animal Shelter show there were over 6,000 animals turned into the Cherokee County... Animal shelter in one year. This averages about 500 animals per month or 115 per week. Few are claimed, some are rescued by Humane Societies, but most are destroyed. Our mission is to SAVE - Save, Alter, Adopt, Vaccinate and Educate. Last year, through your help and support, we were able to Save over 800 animals, Alter in excess of 1,500, Adopt over 800, Vaccinate over 1,000, Educate thousands of children and pet owners about animal welfare. To fund this mission back in 2005, we began a Thrift Store which contributes to the community in many different ways including fostering unwanted cats and kittens in our "Cat Rooms" until they find permanent homes. We operate strictly on memberships, donations from caring individuals, and revenue from our Thrift Store. Unlike the shelter, we are not supported by government funds. I.E., your taxes nor by any other animal charities like Humane Society of United States (HSUS) which does nothing for local humane societies. Our program services benefit both our animal and human friends and many are managed from the store, including: *S.N.A.P.- Spay and Neuter Assistance Program for cats & dogs. *Low Cost shot Clinics for necessary vaccinations *Foster Care- Providing temporary homes for both cats and dogs that may otherwise be euthanized.Read More