Whatcom Humane Society
Caring for Domestic, Farm, and Wild Animals Since 1902.
Animals for Adoption
Not finding the right match for adoption at our facility?
Our SERVICES
Animal Control and Rescue Services
We provide for all domestic, farm, and wild animals throughout Whatcom County.
Pet Licensing
Get your pet a new license or renew an existing one. Use DocuPet's online form or download a mail-in form.
Low-Cost Microchip
We offer this lifesaving service at our Division Street Shelter. No appointment is necessary!
Surrender an Animal
As an open admission shelter, we provide care for all animals in need, regardless of their age, breed, or condition.
Lost & Found Pet Services
Stray Animals at WHS
Click the link below to review stray animals currently at WHS. We recommend checking online for new intakes at least every 2-3 days and visiting the shelter in-person at least once every 5 days.
Community Lost & Found Pets
Petco Love Lost is a Whatcom Humane Society partner working to help reunite lost & found pets with their owners as quickly as possible! Click the link below to review community postings.
Upcoming Events
Dine & Donate at Lombardi's
Tuesday, April 14 | 3:00 - 8:30
Join us at Lombardi’s in Bellingham on Tuesday, April 14, anytime from 3:00 to 8:30 PM to dine and donate for the animals! 10% of food & beverage purchases during this time will be donated to WHS.
Shelter Slumber Pawty
April 18 - April 19
On April 18, WHS will join animal shelters from across the country for the 2026 Shelter Slumber Pawty. For 24 hours, volunteers and staff will experience a day in the life of a shelter animal by living alongside them in a kennel or shelter space to raise funds for their care (special appearances at the WHS farm and wildlife center too! )
Whatcom Humane Society's 24th Annual Gala & Auction
Online Auction: Sunday, May 10 - Saturday, May 16
In-Person Gala: Saturday, May 16 | 5:00 - 9:00 PM
It's time for our largest fundraiser of the year, where we're commemorating WHS's galactic mission made possible because of our community’s stellar support.
Get Involved
Humane Education
Learn about animal welfare and foster compassion in the community.
Volunteering
Join our dedicated team of volunteers and contribute your time and skills to support our mission.
Ways to Give
Explore the various ways you can contribute, from monetary donations to providing supplies and other resources.
