Unconventional Humane Society Revolutionizes Animal Welfare

The Alternative Humane Society

Volunteers Helping Dogs & Cats in Need Since 1977

The Alternative Humane Society (AHS) is an all-volunteer, foster-based nonprofit in Whatcom County, WA, focused on saving local pets through adoption, fostering, and spay/neuter programs, not a traditional shelter. Learn more by visiting their website for adoptable pets, volunteer info, donation links, and news on their efforts to create a no-kill community in Whatcom County.

What They Do

Foster-Based: They have no physical shelter; animals live in foster homes.
All-Volunteer: No paid staff, relying on community support.
Focus: Saving homeless dogs and cats in Whatcom County, aiming for a no-kill status.
Programs: Offer pet adoption, foster programs, and spay/neuter vouchers.

How to Learn More & Get Involved

Website: alternativehumanesociety.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alternativehumanesociety/ for daily updates and events.
Adopt: See adoptable pets and fill out an interest form on their site.
Foster/Volunteer: Learn how to open your home or help out.
Donate: Support their work via their website.

Key News/Info

They partner with organizations like Best Friends to expand their lifesaving reach.
You can learn about challenges facing animal welfare groups (funding, overcrowding) and how AHS addresses them through community involvement and foster care.