The mission of Humane Society of the Palouse is to ensure the humane treatment, welfare, and safety of companion animals in Moscow and Latah county. HSoP is currently open Monday-Saturday from 2:00-6:00pm. Our dog kennels close at 5:00pm. We Wag Back Join us for a dog-friendly showing of Best In Show at the Kenworthy. Becky Call to schedule a time to meet Becky! She takes a bit of time to warm up, but she is very sweet! Trap Neuter Return We Wag Back Join us for a dog-friendly showing of Best In Show at the Kenworthy. 1/9 Support HSoP with PayPal Support HSoP with Venmo The Humane Society of the Palouse is a no-kill animal shelter located in Moscow ID, founded in 1978. Our mission is to ensure the humane treatment, welfare and safety of companion animals in Moscow and Latah County. Wobbles, 2007-2021 ♥ No-Tail 2001-2026 ♥ Adopt Donate Learn The Five Freedoms HSoP is dedicated to providing the animals in our facility with the highest level of care possible during their stay with us. Adhering to the Five Freedoms ensures we are giving the companion animals in our care everything they need to live a healthy and happy life. Staff monitors each pet at HSoP individually to identify their specific mental and physical needs, so we can be sure to give them the most humane treatment during their temporary stay with us. Our shelter is committed to providing animals with: 1. Freedom from Hunger and Thirst An adequate and healthful diet, with ready access to fresh drinking water. 2. Freedom from Discomfort An appropriate living environment including a clean and comfortable resting area. 3. Freedom from Pain, Injury, and Disease Prevention or rapid diagnosis, and treatment for injury or illness. 4. Freedom to Express Normal Behaviors Sufficient space, exercise, and ability to be with animal's own kind. 5. Freedom from Fear and Distress Conditions and treatment that avoid mental suffering and stress.

Come check out all of our adoptable pets! We keep this page as updated as possible, so keep coming back for more furry friends! Meet Our Adoptable Pets! Please note-we may have adoptable pets at the shelter that you do not see on this page. Pets can become adoptable quickly, and this site might not be the most current! If you're looking for a specific type of pet, please give us a call at (208) 883-1166 . We can add you to our pet wish list and contact you when or if a pet matching your description becomes available for adoption. If you're looking for a working barn cat to assist with the rodent population in your shop or garage, please visit our Barn Buddies page to check if there are any available barn cats. Adoption Process Adoption Applications Becky Cortina Etch-A-Fetch Velociraptor Slenderman Interested in meeting any of our adoptable pets? The shelter is open for walk-in visits between 2:00-6:00pm Monday through Saturday. Dog kennels close for public viewing at 5:00pm each day, and adoptions end at 5:30pm. We encourage y ou to stop by and see if we have your new best friend! HSoP is located at 2019 E White Ave Moscow, ID 83843. If you have any questions about our adoptable pets, our adoption process, or anything else, please reach out! You can call us at (208) 883-1166 or send us an email at information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Pets are adopted and become available for adoption nearly every day. We do our very best to keep this page up to date, but cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Kittens are rarely adoptable for long enough to make it to the website. So be sure to visit! It's the best way to see all of our lovable friends who are looking for homes.

Get your adoption questions answered here. Adoption FAQ Why does HSoP check with landords? A majority of the dogs and cats surrendered to HSoP are surrendered due to the owners not being allowed to own pets where they live. Adopting an animal into rental that does not allow pets will only set that pet up for failure, with the potential for them to end up right back where they started. We strongly believe that pets should be adopted into welcoming environments, where they cannot risk eviction for themselves or their owner. These are some potential consequences of harboring a companion animal in a non-pet-friendly living environment: Fines In some cases, your landlord may fine you if you sneak a pet in without approval. Fines generally apply per pet. While some landlords may charge a set amount, others can attempt to charge you for every day the pet lives in your rental. In order for your landlord to charge you, details about any possible pet-related fines must be covered in your lease. If your landlord asks for an amount not detailed in the lease, you may be able to file a case in civil court to recoup your costs, but the court doesn't have the legal right to allow you to keep the pet. Pet removal If your lease has a no-pet clause and you get a pet, your landlord will have the legal right to ask you to remove the animal from the property. If you want to keep your pet, you’ll have to move. To move during your lease, you’ll have to break the lease and pay hefty penalties, sublet your rental, or work out an arrangement with your landlord to end the agreement early. Eviction Most landlords are willing to work with their tenants, even if they do break the lease. However, some landlords won’t. If you’re caught sneaking in a pet, your landlord may have the right to evict you. If you’re evicted, your landlord may sue you for the remainder of your lease payment. Recovering from an eviction may be difficult. Any future landlords can learn about your eviction history, and that may make it more difficult to rent again in the future. This can also be reflected on your credit score. Some landlords have a strict no-pet policy because they do not have insurance that covers pets, or other tenants in the apartment might be allergic to cats/dogs and sensitive to the animals living in a shared space. Always check with your landlord to see if you are allowed to have pets or check your lease agreement. How old do I need to be in order to adopt? All adopters must be over 18 years of age or have their legal guardian present. How old do I have to be to visit the shelter? Anyone is welcome to visit the shelter during our open hours! We do have some restrictions about who can see, interact with, and adopt our wonderful pets: - Adopters must be 18 years old or older. - Minors cannot interact with any of our adoptable pets without a parent or guardian present (unless they're working a junior volunteer shift)(https://www.humanesocietyofthepalouse.org/_files/ugd/255cdc_8b3978b65fdf41148bbc3b3de92de8c8.pdf). What do I do to adopt? Please visit the HSoP Adoption Process webpage (https://www.humanesocietyofthepalouse.org/hsop-adoption-procedure)to learn more about the steps involved in adopting your new best friend. Here is what the process generally looks like: - Find your furry friend at HSoP! - Complete a general screening application - Complete an adoption contract - Review your new pet's medical history - Pay the adoption fee - Take your furry best friend home with you! Why adopt from HSoP? We don’t sell pets; we adopt them into responsible and loving homes. We are dedicated to finding forever homes for the animals under our care, we want these animals’ adoptive homes to be safe, loving, and permanent! We also strive to find the best match for our adopters. Assuring a good match between an animal and the new family, is our number one priority. We want the animals and your family to be safe and happy. Our adoption policies reflect this commitment. Our support services, including adoption counseling and follow-up behavior counseling, are a major perk of adopting from us. Each adoption has a seven day “foster period” and health guarantee. Plus, our adoption fees are much less than the costs of the preventative care each animal receives prior to adoption. Preventative Care: Every Companion animal adopted from HSoP has already received the following and is included in the adoption fee. Dogs are $135.00 and Cats are $100.00. Providing these preventative measures on your own could costs upwards of $300.00! All HSoP adoptable pets are: - Spayed or neutered - Up to date on all yearly vaccines - Microchipped Does HSoP place adoptable animals on hold? With an approved application, HSoP can put animals on a 24 hour hold. However, HSoP does not put kittens or puppies under one year of age on hold. Animals must be adult animals in order to be placed on a temporary hold of 24 hours. Does HSoP do same day adoptions? Absolutely, adoptions can happen the same day you apply! It all depends on the pet you're applying for. There are times when this does not apply. For instance, if you are applying for an animal that is not spayed or neutered yet, you will have to wait to take your new friend home until after their surgery. Why can’t I take my new pet home today? I promise I will bring him/her back. It is the policy of Humane Society of the Palouse that all animals are to be spayed or neutered before they leave the shelter. We make sure your newly adopted pet is put on the next available surgery day to ensure you will be able to take your pet home as soon as possible. We want to do our part in controlling the pet population and this policy ensures that we do. As well as some of the funding HSoP recieves through grants stipulate that HSoP must have a manditory spay and neuter policy. What if the adoption isn't working out? Can I return my new pet? Happiness matters-for you and your new pet. Your adoption satisfaction is guaranteed. If you adopt a pet from HSoP and discover that you are not compatible, you may return the pet within the first 7 days and receive a refund of your adoption fee or an exchange for another pet that will meet your needs. You can always extend your foster period if you would like more time. Contact HSoP 208-883-1166 during your first 7 days if you would like an extension. We want to place the right pet in the right home and eliminate any perceived risk that might be associated with adopting. Our new policy will help ensure a good fit for both the adopter and the animal, improve customer satisfaction, and hopefully increase the number of adoptions. Ultimately, if people are happy with the pets they adopt, the pets are going to be happy too. After the 7 day foster period, you can still return your new pet, but you will need to make arrangements first. HSoP does not euthanize to make space, so you may need to be placed on our waitlist if you need to return outside of your foster period. If outside of your foster period, HSoP will not refund you adoption fee and depending on the length of time, you may be required to pay an owner surrender fee. Contact HSoP with any questions you may have 208-883-1166. Can I adopt a pet without getting them fixed? No, it is one of the policies of the Humane Society of the Palouse to spay or neuter every animal that is adopted. The surgery is included in the adoption price. We feel that as a shelter it is our responsibility to help curb animal overpopulation by spaying and neutering our adoptable animals and to promote responsible pet ownership. Am I ready to adopt? Adopting a pet is a lifelong commitment. Besides love, have you thought about the time, training, and financial responsibility involved with owning a pet? Are you aware of what the laws are regarding pet ownership? We take the adoption process very seriously. We strive to ensure that each pet finds the proper family and that each family finds a pet that will match their lifestyle. For an adoption to be successful, you must truly understand the level of care and commitment required for a successful adoption. Each animal is an individual. Each requires a different system of care, ranging from exercise to training to grooming needs. It is beneficial for you and your pet to do as much research as possible before selecting and taking your new companion home. We make an emotional commitment to each animal in our care. We have an obligation to ensure that the new relationship between your family and your new companion will thrive for a lifetime. Here are some points to ponder: • Consider that this decision will last for many years. Adopting an animal, is making an 18-year commitment. • Evaluate your schedule to see if you have the time to commit to a pet. All pets need basic care, exercise, playtime and love. We recommend that you allow at least 2 hours per day in your schedule for walks, exercise and other basic needs. Some pets may require more time. • Evaluate your budget. Over the lifetime of a pet, the cost of ownership can be quite high. We advise adopters to budget at least $1,500 – $2,000 per year for expenses. • Consider how you will handle special challenges that will come along. Housebreaking, furniture damage, and medical issues are all common in the lifespan of a pet. Be sure you have the time and money to tackle these issues. • Research the pet rules of your living situation. If renting or in a condo/co-op, inquire about size, breed, age, training requirements and pet deposits. Get the policy in writing. If you own, check with your homeowners’ insurance or HOA to find out if they have breed restrictions. • Evaluate your current lifestyle. If you’re about to move, enter college or take a new promotion requiring more hours on the job, you may want to wait until you’re more settled. • List some of the challenges your living situation presents to be sure your new pet is a good match. For example: a barking terrier may not be a good choice for apartment living. • Research pet care options for when you’re traveling. You’ll need to plan to take your new pet along or arrange for care through family and friends, or a boarding kennel or pet-sitting service. • Identify how to pet-proof your home. We encourage adopters to keep their pets indoors. Companion animals live longer, have better health and are happier if they can be inside (even at night) with their families. • Familiarize yourself with local laws and regulations and be an ambassador for responsible pet ownership. By following rabies, license, and leash laws, keeping ID tags on your pet, cleaning up after your pet, and practicing in responsible pet ownership, your actions will encourage others to do the same. What kind of pet is right for me? Check out this great article and learn what pet is right for you. Meet your Match(http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/what_kind_pet_right_for_you.html?credit=web_id83611694) Why do shelters and rescues ask adopters so many questions? Consider why pets are surrendered in the first place. Among the top five reasons that people give up their pets, three are common to both dogs and cats: landlord issues, moving, and the cost of pet care. For dogs, the other most common reasons include lack of time and inadequate facilities. For cats, it's allergies and having too many cats to care for. Many animals lose their homes because their owners weren't prepared to invest the necessary money and time to care for a pet. In other cases, families and pets are mismatched. Consider these all-too-common scenarios: A high-energy dog is adopted by a family that doesn't have time for extensive daily exercise A skittish kitten is chosen by rambunctious children whose parents aren't inclined to actively supervise their kids A bunny with a predictable fondness for chewing catches the eye of someone who has no interest in rabbit-proofing her home. To prevent such painful situations for both the pets and people involved, shelters and rescue groups carefully evaluate adopters in the hope of avoiding these mismatched relationships. Adoption FAQs

Meet the staff at our shelter! Learn about our animal care attendants, our shelter director, and our public relations manager. Meet the HSoP Staff CEO (Cat Executive Officer) The CEO (Cat Executive Officer) is a very important role at HSoP. As our sole CEO, NoTail ensures that everyone at the shelter is doing what they're supposed to be doing. She also works hard at being our greeter, HR representative, security guard, and overall bringer-of-joy. Make sure to pay NoTail her kisses tax the next time you visit HSoP! She can usually be found on our front counter during open hours. NoTail is a bit of a legend around here, and is celebrating her (estimated) 20th Birthday in May of 2025! Animal Care Attendants HSoP Animal Care Attendants (ACA) properly care for and humanely and safely handle all companion animals under HSoP care until they are reunited with their families or adopted into loving and responsible homes through adoption counseling. Megan Aurora Operations Manager The Operations Manager is responsible for the effective and efficient daily operation of the Humane Society of the Palouse, ensuring that all animals are properly cared for and humanely handled. The Operations Manager shall also be responsible for animal capacity, overseeing interactions of the staff and public, and the oversight of programs and services provided by HSoP. Kassidy Shelter Director The Shelter Director shall be responsible for the overall operations and the management of finances for the organization, while building and maintaining relationships within the community. Additionally, the Shelter Director will support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability by focusing on fundraising, resource development, and policy implementation. Sierah To reach Sierah directly, please contact her through email at director@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org

Learn about the fees associated with our shelter. Learn about adoption fees, boarding fees, and City of Moscow fees. HSoP Fees HSoP Adoption Fees Feline Adoption Fee (0-5 years old): Feline Adoption Fee (6+ years old): 2nd Feline Adoption within 6 Months: Cat Carriers: Canine Adoption Fee (0-5 years old): Canine Adoption Fee (6+ years old): 2nd Canine Adoption within 6 Months: Small Animal Adoption Fee: $100.00 $50.00 $50.00 $5.00 $135.00 $67.50 $67.50 $50.00 Adopt HSoP Fees for releasing an owned stray animal Boarding of a stray feline: Boarding of a stray canine: Canine Intake Fee: Feline Intake Fee: $5.00/night $10.00/night $20.00 $10.00 Why is there a boarding fee? Any feline that is at HSoP, costs HSoP $5.00 per feline per day to provide food, water, litter, shelter and staff wages to attend to that feline. Any canine that is at HSoP, costs HSoP $10.00 per canine per day to provide food, water, shelter and staff wages to attend to that canine. Without charging owners boarding fees for the services provided by HSoP, HSoP would not be able to provide a safe place for stray animals to temporarily stay while the owners are reached. Why is there an intake fee? Anytime a kennel is in use, it limits the amount of animals HSoP can take in. Should an animal need to utilize a kennel, there is a fee associated with that use, and the staff wages to provide that kennel and properly sanitize between use. Medical care for stray owned animals: Should a owned stray arrive at HSoP in need of immediate veterinary care and an owner cannot be contacted, HSoP will use their vet partner to provide needed care to stabilize the stray animal. Owners will be required to pay any vet care costs associated with stabilization and pain management before their animal can be released back to their care. City of Moscow Fees *** An Impound is any stray animal brought into HSoP by a City of Moscow affiliate, for example, if brought in by a Moscow Police Officer or Animal Control Officer.*** These fees are to the city. HSoP can only accept cash or check. If writing a check, it must be made out to City of Moscow. Impound Fee: City License Fee: 1st Impound 2nd Impound 3rd Impound If altered If intact $20.00 $30.00 $40.00 $25.00 $35.00 Should an owner wish to discuss City Fees, please contact the City of Moscow Police Department at 208-882-2677. HSoP cannot waive these fees. City of Moscow fees must be waived by the Moscow Police Department. To learn more about City of Moscow Animal Code: City of Moscow Code Intake Fees for Owned Animals Feline Owner Surrender under 6 months: Feline Owner Surrender Adult: Canine Owner Surrender under 2 months: Canine Owner Surrender 2-6 months: Canine Owner Surrender Adult: Small Animal Owner Surrender: $15 $35 $15 $25 $50 $15 To learn more about surrendering an owned animal: Owner Surrender

HSoP Quarterly Newsletter Archive Every three months, we send out a quarterly e-newsletter that summarizes all of the important and adorable happenings at HSoP. It details our favorite events and fundraisers, heart-warming adoption stories, acts of kindness from our pet-loving community, and, of course, adorable photos of HSoP animals! If you'd like to join our mailing list and receive these newsletters as soon as they're sent out, be sure to sign up at the bottom of our website. To read through any of our previous newsletters, follow the links below. Quarterly Newsletter 1: April - June 2021 Quarterly Newsletter 2: July - September 2021 Quarterly Newsletter 3: October - December 2021 Quarterly Newsletter 4: January - March 2022 Quarterly Newsletter 5: April - June 2022 Quarterly Newsletter 6: July - September 2022 Quarterly Newsletter 7: October - December 2022 Quarterly Newsletter 8: January - March 2023 Quarterly Newsletter 9: April - June 2023 Quarterly Newsletter 10: July - Septembe r 2023 Quarterly Newsletter 11: October - December 2023 Quarterly Newsletter 12: January - March 2024 Quarterly Newsletter 13: April - June 2024 Quarterly Newsletter 14: July - September 2024

The importance of enrichment for all pets! Learn about some of the best ways to keep your pets happy, healthy, and entertained! Pet Enrichment Enrichment for animals is extremely important. Enrichment allows animals to demonstrate their species-specific behavior, gives them opportunity to exercise control or choice over their environment, and enhances their physical and mental well-being. Enrichment is just as essential to animal welfare as proper nutrition and veterinary care. Enrichment can be completed using the five senses: sight, scent, touch, taste, and hearing. HSoP strives to find new and innovative ways to enrich the lives of the pets in our care. Here is some ideas and information about enrichment! Playing soft music in the background Pandora has animal-specific, calming radio stations YouTube has quite a few hour-long videos of soft and comforting music This is especially helpful for pets with separation anxiety or stress. Toys This sounds very obvious, but finding the toys each individual animal enjoys the most is key to enrichment. Find out if your pet likes toys that make noise, toys that are soft, or toys they can chew on. Always monitor your pet with a new toy. Make sure the toy is size appropriate to your pet, and that they do not attempt to eat the toy or any of the pieces. Puzzle bowls and puzzle toys There are certain bowls and toys that allow you to put the pets kibble or treats inside. This allows your pet to not only exercise and work for the food, but also gives good mental stimulation! Variety of Treats There are the usual treats that we all love to give our pets, but giving them treats that will also stimulate them mentally is best! Stuffed kongs are great treats to keep your pet happy and distracted. Visit https://www.puppyleaks.com/healthy-foods-you-can-stuff-in-a-kong/ for ideas on stuffing kongs. Frozen treats are a great option too! Freezing canned food for your pet will give them a yummy, interactive treat on a hot day! Playing videos or opening a window for sight-seeing Some animals enjoy watching videos on a TV or computer There are bird videos on Youtube for your cat to watch and enjoy Opening the blinds of your home windows allows your pets to see the outside world, from the safety of the indoors. Animals love different and new smells You can put a few drops of diluted essential oils like lavender, cherry, vanilla, etc. (Always dilute the essential oils, as animals can be delicate to strong smells. Do not put essential oils on your pets body.) Kitties love catnip! Always let your dog sniff on walks, dogs love to sniff new things. Touch Some animals enjoy soft things to lay on, try offering your furry friend a padded pet bed or fluffy blanket for them to rest on. Cats really enjoy scratching and using their nails! Offer them appropriate things to scratch on like cat trees or cardboard!

Support local pets in need while walking your dog! Download WoofTrax today and select HSoP as your preferred shelter. When you walk while using the app, they'll donate to support our cause! Raise Money for HSoP on WoofTrax! Did you know that you can generate funds for HSoP and the pets we serve, just by walking your dog? WoofTrax is an app that turns your daily walks into donations that help pets in need at your local shelter. Getting started is easy, and there is truly no cost to you! Here's are the steps: Download WoofTrax from the App Store or Google Play Store. Create an account and select Humane Society of the Palouse as your preferred charity. Open the app when you take your pups for a walk, and start raising funds for HSoP! WoofTrax will make a donation to HSoP based on the distance you walked. It really is that easy! If you own a dog, you may already go on several walks per day. WoofTrax is a great way to make your outings extra meaningful. When you walk while supporting HSoP, you're helping us provide second chance to every lost and homeless pet who comes our way. Download WoofTrax today! (P.S. You can walk without a dog and still raise funds for HSoP!) You may be wondering how WoofTrax donates money to our cause with our costing you a dime. Great question! The answer is quite simple, really. WoofTrax receives money from advertisements shown on the app, and this money is distributed to shelters based on the preference of walkers who see the ads. Visit the WoofTrax Website

Visit this page to send us a message. You will also find our hours, location, and contact information here. Humane Society of the Palouse Monday through Saturday 1:00-6:00pm Dog kennels close at 5:00pm Sunday Closed Shelter Location: 2019 E. White Ave, Moscow ID 83843 Contact Us: 208-883-1166 PO Box 8847, Moscow ID 83843 information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Do you have a question, comment, or concern? You can send us a message here. We try to be as responsive as possible! The shelter is staffed from 1-6 PM Monday through Saturday, so we'll respond as soon as we're able to! Thanks for submitting! Submit

Take a look at our shelter's financal reports over the last few years. We are committed to maintaining full transparency with our supporters. HSoP Financial Information We appreciate our supporters and donors more than we can say. Knowing where your donation goes is important, so we have attached our annual 990 forms for all to view. If you have questions about our financials, please contact us at (208)883- 1166 or email us at director @humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Thank you for helping to give the homeless pets of Latah County a second chance! 2018 990 Form 2019 990 Form 2020 990 Form 2021 990 Form 2022 990 Form 2023 990 Form 2024 990 Form 2025 990 Form