The Kingston Humane Society

The Kingston Humane Society (KHS) was founded in 1884. The purpose of the KHS is to provide service to Kingston and the surrounding communities by caring for injured, abused and homeless animals. Our programs include adoption, animal cruelty investigations, providing emergency rescue, promoting spay and neuter programs and assisting with the education of Veterinary Technology and Veterinary Assistant Students.

The Kingston Humane Society is a non-profit charitable animal welfare organization supported solely by public and corporate donations, memberships, grants, bequests, fundraising campaigns and fees for service. Although the Society upholds and enforces municipal, provincial and federal government laws, we receive no government funding or tax dollars.

The Kingston Humane Society reminds the community that we are local charity with a mission to assist animals who are homeless, injured and abused. The KHS is an affiliate of the OSPCA and provides humane treatment of its animals, adhering to OSPCA policies for animal welfare and dignity. The KHS does not receive any funding from, nor is it associated with other humane societies.

Big Paws at the Point 2010

Save the date! September 12th, 2010. Lemoine Point Conservation Area - North Entrance

Pledge forms now available for download. NEW this year is TEAM REGISTRATION! Gather your workmates, family, friends or neighbours and join together to raise funds for the homeless animals in your community. Special prizes awarded to top pledge earners in individual and team categories. A minimum $50 pledge per participant qualifies for a free Big Paws 2010 t-shirt!

Don't miss your chance to WIN! Tickets now on sale for the Big Paws BIG vacation raffle. Information about where to get your winning ticket right here.

Thank you to our 2010 Big Paws Sponsors to date. Your support makes this event a a great day for the pledge walkers and a success for the animals at the shelter!

Sponsorship opportunities and vendor applications now available for download (PDF):
Sponsorship opportunities (436 KB)
Application form (102 KB)
Event information (275 KB)

Summer Pet Safety

Tips to keep your pets safe and cool during the hot days of summer!

Crafters for Critters

Visit our Crafters' page for all the latest news and info.

Shelter Hours

Holiday Hours - Labour Day Weekend

The shelter will be closed Monday, September 6th, 2010 for the Labour Day Holiday and will re-open at 11 AM on Wednesday, September 8th.

Regular Hours

Until Every Pet is Wanted

Why Canadian Idol Theo Tams is concerned about pet overpopulation

Theo Tams, 2008 Canadian Idol winner, raises awareness of pet homelessness and asks pet owners to spay and neuter their pets. The video is part of Kingston Humane Society’s campaign Until Every Pet is Wanted. The campaign draws awareness of animal homelessness and promotes responsible pet ownership.