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 Daffy Becky Fritter Wombat Puck Zohran Possum 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.

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. Join us for Pet Pictures with Santa! Friday, December 4th and Saturday December 5th at the Moscow Pets Are People Too. Daffy Neutered male, roughly 8 years young, and looking for a home to call his! He would do best in a home with no other pets. Trap Neuter Return Join us for Pet Pictures with Santa! Friday, December 4th and Saturday December 5th at the Moscow Pets Are People Too. 1/14 Support HSoP with PayPal 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 ♥ Support HSoP with Venmo Shop our wishlists below Amazon Chewy Gift Drive No-Tail 2005-2026 ♥ 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.

Volunteering for special events is one of the best ways you can support your local humane society! We host several fundrasing events per year, and our volunteers make it all possible. Event Volunteering HSoP holds several annual fundraising events, many of which require volunteers to ensure the event is running smoothly. Event Volunteering is a great opportunity for clubs, community, business and philanthropic groups to support an organization with a great cause. Soup and Pie Held every February, Soup and Pie is a social luncheon where HSoP supporters can enjoy a bowl of soup and a slice of pie. Volunteers at our soup and pie event are responsible for selling tickets at the door, admitting those with tickets purchased online, serving soup to attendees, and slicing up delicious pie for all of those who came to support our animals. Volunteers are also extremely helpful for the setup and teardown of event materials (tables, chairs, decorations, food, etc.). Paw-Louse 5K Fun Run & Walk Paw-Louse Fun run is a fun outing for all family members (including the furry ones) that starts and ends at the corner of Rail Road and Sweet Ave. Volunteers make this event possible by handing out water and snacks, distributing T-shirts, setting up the 5k route, and helping to keep our participants (people and dogs alike!) on track. Howling at Hamilton The Sunday after Labor Day, at the Hamilton Lowe Aquatic Center, it’s the dogs’ day at the pool. With dog dock diving contest. Volunteers have a great time at this event! Some volunteers collect entrance fees at the gate, while others sell toys and treats to those who attend. A few lucky volunteers will even get to help judge the pool jumping contest! Pet Pictures with Santa Each December, patrons and their pets spread the holiday cheer while posing with Santa. Our volunteers help bring Christmas joy by setting up the photo station, cleaning up after the fact, and keeping our photogenic furry friends entertained. Volunteers also help us to collect the funds from this event. Are you interested in being an event volunteer for HSoP? We would love to have you on our team! Feel free to call us at (208)883-1166 or email Sierah, our Shelter Director at director@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org . Thank you for thinking of our animals!

Our process and policies for animal intakes, including stray holding periods. Intake Process Intake Process Stray animals If you have found a stray pet, click here. If you have found a stray pet after hours, click here. Stray dogs that are found in the city limits of Moscow are held for 10 days, while we search for an owner to claim them. Stray dogs that are found in Latah County are held for 6 days, while we search for an owner to claim them. Stray cats that are found either in city limits of Moscow or Latah County are held for 6 days, while we search for an owner to claim them. Upon arrival, HSoP staff immediately search for any identification (collar, ID tags, and microchips). If the animal has identification we contact the owners to alert them their animal is safe with us, and waiting to be picked up. If the animal does not have identification, or we cannot get a hold of the owners, we post a picture and description of the animal to our Facebook page. For information on fees when claiming your lost pet, click here. If the animal is not claimed during the stray holding period, we begin the process of getting the animal ready for adoption. All animals adopted from HSoP are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped prior to leaving the shelter. Owner Surrendered animals Animals may be surrendered to HSoP for any number of reasons. HSoP does not accept aggressive animals, or animals with a known bite history. When an animal is surrendered to HSoP, we immediately start the process of getting them ready for adoption. If the animal is not already, we will spay/neuter, vaccinate, and microchip them. For more information about owner surrenders, click here. *** HSoP is a no-kill shelter, which means we are limited admission intake. We do not euthanize animals for space. When our kennels are full we do have to place animals on our wait list to be brought into the shelter when space is available. Our wait list is dependent on our adoption rates. The quicker our animals find loving homes, the quicker we can bring new animals into HSoP. Dog Bite Quarantine Holds For more information about dog bite quarantine holds at HSoP, click here. Feral Cats HSoP does not have the capacity or safe-housing to take feral cats into our shelter. For more information on feral cats, click here. Other Animals HSoP does not have the space or safe-housing to take in birds or reptiles. HSoP does accept "pocket pets", such as ferrets, rabbits, rats, hamsters, and guinea pigs. We are limited on space for our small animal friends, so we do keep a wait list for animals to come in when we are full. Found Pets Found Pets Read through our resource sheet for Found Pets . Contact HSoP (208) 883-1166 to leave a "found" report, and see if an owner has contacted us missing this pet. Dogs found in Moscow or Latah County may be brought to HSoP for holding until an owner is found. HSoP can also scan any found pet for a microchip. This service is also available at veterinary clinics. Contact your local police department or sheriff's office. An owner may have left a report with them. Moscow Police (208) 882-2677 Sheriff's Office (208) 882-2216 Make flyers in eye-catching colors with a photo and description of the found pet. Post flyers in your neighborhood, local shelters, veterinary hospitals, local websites, and grocery and feed stores. Even if the animal is in the shelter, these efforts will help the animal return home. Be aware that it is against City Code to post flyers on public property, such as telephone poles. "The City of Moscow would like to remind citizens of the limits on posting signs or posters. Per City Code Title 10 Section 1-22, posters or signs may not be attached on property that does not belong to the poster without first obtaining the consent of the property owner or their agent. Also, posting signs on public property or right of way is prohibited. The City does provide a free public bulletin board in Friendship Square for posting notices that is available to the public." If an owner has not been identified after the holding period, the animal will be evaluated for adoption. To learn more about procedures for stray animals visit our Intake Process page. The holding period for found dogs in the city is 10 days. The holding period for found dogs in the county is 6 days. The holding period for found cats is 6 days. Cats ar e allowed to roam freely in Latah County. If you feel a cat is indeed a stray, please contact us prior to bringing the cat in. If the cat is friendly and you are able to handle it, please put the cat in a carrier and call HSoP to let us know you plan on bringing in a stray cat. We currently cannot accept feral cats. Stray Pets Found After Hours Stray Pets Found After Hours If you found a stray dog in Moscow city limits, you may call the non-emergency police line at (208) 882-2677 to have a Moscow Police Officer impound the dog at HSoP. The dog will be placed in our indoor kennels with food, water, and a bed until HSoP staff arrives the following morning. We will scan the pet for any identification, and start the process of reuniting the pet with their owner. If you found a stray dog in Latah County limits, you may call (208) 882-2216 to have a Latah County Deputy impound the dog at HSoP. The dog will be placed in our indoor kennels with food, water, and a bed until HSoP staff arrives the following morning. We will scan the pet for any identification, and start the process of reuniting the pet with their owner. There is no assistance for stray cats found in Moscow or Latah County. If you find an injured stray pet after HSoP and the local veterinary clinics have closed, you can call Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital at 509-335-0711. Owner Surrenders Owner Surrendering Companion Animals Cat Owner Surrender Form Dog Owner Surrender Form We understand there are circumstances where finding your pet a new home may seem like the best option… In the event you can no longer care for your pet, contact us at (208) 883-1166 to discuss how HSoP can help. While we would love to accept all animals, for the safety of our animals and staff we are unable to accept the following: Animals with known aggression problems or behavioral disturbances, which would prevent them from being adopted Animals that have bitten someone Animals with known contagious or fatal diseases Feral animals How do you surrender a pet? Please understand that as a limited-access, no-kill facility, we do not have room for all animals. In order to stay a no-kill facility, HSoP does not euthanize to make space. That being said, to adhere to our no-kill stance we are unable to offer “walk-in” owner surrenders . Please contact HSoP to discuss our owner surrender process prior to arriving at HSoP with your owned pet. How many animals we adopt out decides how many animals we can take in, and this includes stray animals. Once HSoP reaches our care capacity, we cannot take in more animals. Call (208) 883-1166 OR email: information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Owner Surrender Fees: Feline Owner Surrender Adult Feline Owner Surrender under 6 months Canine Owner Surrender under 2 months Canine Owner Surrender 2-6 months Canine Owner Surrender Fee Adult $35 $15 $15 $25 $50 To help HSoP better find the best possible home, we ask owners to fill out a personality profile for their pet. HSoP also requires a copy of any medical care an owned animal has received. Including but not limited to, spay/neuter and vaccination information. HSoP asks for a copy of any medical care provided, but surrendered animals are NOT required to be up to date on vaccinations, spayed or neutered prior to arrival. Hours of operation Open Monday - Saturday from 1:00-6:00pm, dog kennels close at 5:00pm Closed Sundays If HSoP does not have space, what next? View our resource page for Pet Rehoming Services and Assistance . If your pet is spayed/neutered, we can help advertise your pet on our Petfinder page . We will create a courtesy listing for your pet, and advertise them along with our other adoptable pets. HSoP will only assist in the advertising, and you will be in control of the re-homing process. You will decide if there is a re-homing fee, home checks, or any other adoption requirements for your pet. The goal of courtesy listing is to help your pet find a new home, without needing to come into HSoP. If you would like HSoP to courtesy list your pet, please call us at (208) 883-1166. Alternatively, you can list your pet to be rehomed through Rehome by Adopt-a-Pet. This service allows you to create your own free listing to advertise your pet to others. It offers screening questions, resources for choosing a good family, and full control over where your pet goes. Your pet does not need to be spayed/neutered to use this service, but the new owners are obligated to have your pet fixed within 30 days of adoption. The adoption fee is passed along to the referring shelter or shelter of your choice, which helps us to care for any homeless pets that make their way into our facility. If you need assistance getting your pet spayed/neutered, click this button: S.N.A.P. Bite Quarantine FAQ Why is my dog being quarantine at HSoP? If a dog has bitten a person or another animal, it will be housed at HSoP to be monitored for any signs or symptoms of Rabies. A city or county official will impound your dog at the Humane Society of the Palouse for a ten-day observation. The quarantine process is under direction of a city or county official. An animal infected with Rabies will begin to show symptoms within ten days of contracting the disease. The person or animal that was bitten will need to know if they have been infected with Rabies, so they can begin life-saving treatment if needed. Why does my dog need a rabies vaccine? Rabies is a painful and fatal disease. To safeguard the health of animals and people, current status of a rabies vaccine for cats, dogs, and ferrets is required by Moscow City Code. Section 5-15. What is HSoP's role in the quarantine? We are responsible for humanely housing and caring for your dog for the duration of the bite quarantine. We will monitor your pet for signs or symptoms of the Rabies Virus. Will my dog be taken care of during their quarantine stay? HSoP staff takes pride in the care we give animals in our facility. If your pet is staying with us for a mandated quarantine, we will treat them as we treat our other animals. Staff will let your dog out multiple times a day for bathroom breaks. Your dog will be provided with a raised cot and blanket to snooze on. We will ask you their feeding schedule and toy/treat restrictions, to ensure we keep their schedule and housing as normal as possible. My dog is on a special diet/medication, will that be followed? " When your dog is impounded with us, we will ask you any restrictions, medications, treatments, etc. that your dog needs while with us. We will do our best to accommodate their needed maintenance. You will be responsible for providing the items your pet requires during their stay, including but not limited to: food, medications, toys, supplements, etc. All items brought in with your dog will be returned once the quarantine has ended, and you pick your dog up. Will my dog get any attention while at HSoP? HSoP staff will be taking care of your dog physically and emotionally (as your dog allows it). We will offer your pet treats and toys (as allowed by owner) to keep them busy and happy while they stay with us. We will spend time with your dog, making sure they are as comfortable as possible during their quarantine. Your dog will be housed away from the public viewing area, and will not have any contact or interaction from the general public. Only the staff will be handling and caring for your dog. Can I visit my dog during the quarantine hold? This is decided on a case-by-case basis. Most commonly, we will allow owner visitation. However, if we notice a severe decline in your dog’s health every time you leave, we may ask that you limit your visits or do not come. Some dogs will not understand why you come to visit, and leave without them each time. This can make it difficult for staff to handle your dog if they become depressed or frustrated. Visitation must be scheduled with the staff in advance. You will not be allowed to remove your dog from HSoP property, but you can spend time with them in their inside or outside kennel while you are here. What if my dog becomes ill or injured during their stay at HSoP? If your dog becomes injured or ill during their stay at HSoP, you will be responsible for any veterinary treatment costs. HSoP staff will alert you immediately if we notice any signs of illness or injury. Should your pet need veterinary attention, we will do our best to accommodate your choice of veterinary clinic. HSoP is only able to transport your dog to a veterinary clinic within Moscow city limits. HSoP will be responsible for transport of your dog to and from the veterinary clinic, but you can be with your dog during the appointment. What will the quarantine hold cost me? City of Moscow Fee: $20.00 Impound fee. This fee must be cash or check, as it goes to the City of Moscow. HSoP Fee: HSoP asks for $10.00 per day boarding. This is to cover the cost of caring for your dog. Dog Bite Quarantine Hold FAQs Dog Bite Quarantine FAQ

Read about the HSoP events you can look forward to! This calander outlines all of our planned events in the near future.

Moscow's canine event of the summer! Join us for a dog day at the pool on Sunday, Septmeber 7th. Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center is welcoming local pups to enjoy everything the park has to offer. The cost is $15 per dog, and all proceeds benefit Humane Society of the Palouse. Howling at Hamilton When? Sunday, September 13 th , 2026 1:00pm - 6:00pm Where? Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center 830 N Mountain View Rd Moscow, ID Cost? $15 per dog. Register below! Bring your dog out for a swim! The pool will be open for one day only for dogs to come enjoy the water. Each year, Hamilton-Lowe Aquatics Center lets local dogs take over the pool for a well-deserved day of fun in the sun! Attending pups will have a blast running into the water, exploring the facility, and making furry friends of their own. The event takes place on the last day of the season before the pools need to be drained for winter. The pool is for dogs only during Howling at Hamilton! Howling at Hamilton is an annual fundraiser hosted by Humane Society of the Palouse. The cost is $15 per dog, and there must be at least one person to accompany each dog . All proceeds benefit Humane Society of the Palouse. Food is not permitted during the event. A pool-jumping contest will take place at 5:00pm with prizes for the top three dogs! Online registration will end at 4:00pm on Friday, September 10th. You can always register at the gate with cash, check, or card! We hope to see you and your pups at the pool on Sunday, September 13th! Please note: We are unable to reschedule this event if it is cancelled or ends early due to weather or poor air quality. This is a decision made by the pool staff for everyone's safety. No events at the moment

Have questions about volunteering with us? Get your most common questions answered here! Frequently asked questions Volunteering FAQ 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 and interact with shelter pets: - You must be at least 18 years old to enter our dog kennels or to interact with our adoptable dogs without a parent or guardian present. - You must be at least 18 years old to interact with our adoptable cats without a parent or guardian present (unless you're working a junior volunteer shift). - Those 17 and under are welcome to visit the shelter and interact will all of our adoptable pets, so long as they're accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. How old do I have to be to volunteer? We offer volunteering for those age 12 and older. HSoP cannot accommodate volunteers below the age of 12. Junior volunteering is offered 2:00-5:00pm Monday through Friday. Junior volunteers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during their first shift, and can come in for one unsupervised hour at a time following that. Junior volunteers cannot enter our dog kennels or interact with our dogs without having a parent or guardian present. Be sure to visit our volunteer page to learn more about junior volunteering! When is HSoP open for volunteers? HSoP is open for volunteers Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM through 5:00 PM. To volunteer, call us ahead of time at (208) 883-1166 to get on our volunteer schedule. What kinds of things can I do as a volunteer? Lots of different things! Our volunteers help in a multitude of ways, here are a few examples: - Spend time playing with our dogs outside - Exercise our cats by playing in the adoption room - Help HSoP staff with laundry and other cleaning duties - Make special treats that provide enrichment for our pets - Spend time brushing out both cats and dogs - Take cute pictures of our pets to help them gain attention online - Give some attention to our friends in the small animal room Volunteers can also help us with special events like fundraisers and shelter clean-up days! What should I wear when I volunteer? Wear long pants and flat, closed-toe, waterproof shoes. Please wear clothes that you don't mind getting dirty! Will I receive any training before volunteering? During your first volunteer shift, a HSoP staff member will give you a short orientation. They will walk you through our facility and explain how you can stay safe while you are volunteering and how you can help keep the animals safe as well. The staff member will show you our volunteer board that has different tasks you can sign up for helping HSoP with. When can I start Volunteering? In order to volunteer with the Humane Society of the Palouse, you must complete the required volunteer form and arrange a time to come in for your first shift. Please call HSoP at 208-883-1166 to get on our volunteer schedule. I have a group that wants to come help HSoP. When can we come? All of us here at HSoP are grateful for all the interest in group volunteering. However, we do not have the space in our tiny facility to accommodate groups larger than 3 at one time. If you are interested your group helping HSoP, we have a list of group volunteering ideas and DIY volunteering ideas listed on our volunteer page. You can also email us at information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org with any group volunteering ideas. Why can't HSoP take in large groups of volunteers? During our regular hours of operation, having such a small facility, there simply isn’t enough space for large groups of volunteers and potential adopters. We are very grateful for the interest in having groups come in helping the homeless animals. However, allowing enough space for potential adopters to come in during our hours of operation is what is needed in order to find homeless animals their forever homes. I have court mandated community service. Can I do my hours with HSoP? Yes. HSoP can take in volunteers needing to complete disciplinary community service Monday through Saturday from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM. You must schedule in advance by calling us at (208) 883-1166. For more information, visit the Court Mandated Community Service section on our volunteer page. I have completed volunteer training at a different Humane Society. Can I skip HSoP volunteer training? That’s great—thank you for your previous service—however, each humane society, animal control facility, or rescue group is an independent agency, so very few of us are connected locally (as in some states) or to any organization on a national level. Therefore, our policies and procedures might be completely different from the facility where you previously volunteered. Most shelters adhere to a “Standards of Best Practices/Care” so there are certainly some similarities; however, we need you to be familiar with our shelter and our policies/procedures. This includes training for dog walking. I am an avid runner. Can I take HSoP dogs on a run with me? As with people, dogs need to slowly build up muscle strength and endurance in order to avoid potential injury when running or jogging. The dogs HSoP has up for adoption have not had the training needed to prevent injury or to build the endurance to sustain them on runs. To avoid injury, we do not allow running or jogging without first being conditioned to do so. I want to volunteer by making blankets for your pets. What size should the blankets be? Our pets would absolutely love some snuggly homemade blankets! We can typically use any size blanket for our pets, but some dimensions do work better for our cat kennels and dog beds. For blankets that fit each of our cat kennels, we would recommend the size to be about 20"x 24". For blankets that fit the beds in each of our dog kennels, we would recommend the size to be about 24"x 36". I can't give my time right now, but I would still like to help HSoP. There are many ways to support our work! Make a financial contribution. Visit our Donate page for options. Make an in-kind donation. With just a few simple clicks, you can send much needed supplies to our shelter through our Amazon Wish List, our Kitten Supplies Amazon Wish List or our Wish List for donations that may be dropped off at the shelter during open business hours.

Learn what life looks like after adopting your new pet. The transition can be difficult at times. Visit this page for helpful tips! After Adoption 7-Day Health Guarantee and Foster Period We provide a 7-day health guarantee for each pet adopted from our facility. Within the first 7 days of adoption, if you discover a medical condition that existed prior to adoption, we’ll work with our vet partner, Animal Clinic and Hospital , to provide medical attention at no charge to you. During the first seven days, all medical decisions must be approved by HSoP. If you notice a non-emergent medical concern during your 7-day foster period, please contact HSoP before seeking vet care so we can arrange with Animal Clinic. The first 7 days are a trial period, we call it a foster period. This gives you time to decide for certain whether the adoption was a good fit for you and your family. We understand that 7 days is not very much time to get to know your new friend, or for your new pet to relax and feel completely comfortable. If you would like to have more time together before making a final decision, please contact HSoP. Any time after adoption, please feel free to contact HSoP for any counseling needs you may have with your new family member. We will always do our very best to help. How to help your new family member adjust during their transition from shelter to a home. When you bring your new dog or cat home from the shelter, it's a day for celebration. However, try to look at things from your new friends’ point of view before jumping into any festivities. He has left a busy, noisy environment and is traveling in a car with new people he does not know to a place he does not know. It is no surprise that he may be a little anxious or overwhelmed. Be patient. This is a huge change for your new pet! Even though all the humans involved know this is a positive change, remember to give your new friend the appropriate amount of time to learn this for themselves. Their last major life change was arriving at HSoP. It may take more time than anticipated to help your furry friend acclimate and understand that this unfamiliar place is now home. Sometimes, they can surprise us all and feel instantly at home! Take it slow. Focus on building a strong relationship and bond with your new pet before exciting them too much with outings like car rides, hikes, or dog park visits. Give them time to establish full trust in you before taking them to new environments or inviting large groups of people into your home. We understand that having a new addition to the family is very exciting! However, it's important that they have time to properly acclimate before being introduced to all of your family and friends. Contact HSoP If you need advice, guidance, or counseling after adoption, we would be happy to help in any way we can. Please contact us with any questions and/or concerns. Call us at 208-883-1166 Email us at information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Share your adoption Story! Thank you for adopting and giving one of our animals a second chance in life! Share your pets’ new beginning with us! We just love to hear how things are going for each of the companion animals adopted from HSoP. Your new family member had a profound impact on the lives of each of our staff members, and some shelter employees can even remember hundreds of HSoP alumni by heart! We each formed strong bonds with your pet during their stay with us, as we watched them change, grow, and in many cases, blossom into wonderful and loving companions. We are always so grateful to stay "in the loop" and hear how past shelter residents are doing. All of our staff eagerly look forward to post-adoption photos, updates, and videos. Please always feel free to share how your furry best friend is enjoying their new life! Email your story to information@humanesocietyofthepalouse.org Share them on our Facebook page.

Frequently Asked Questions about our shelter and the animals in it! Get your questions answered here. General HSoP FAQ Does HSoP euthanize animals? The Humane Society of the Palouse is a low/no-kill shelter. HSoP will not euthanize adoptable animals due to space. We’ve stayed true to our mission for 45 years and are committed to preserving and nurturing the lives of all the rescued animals in our care. We reserve humane euthanasia only in instances when animals are suffering greatly with no potential for relief, or if an animal is so aggressive that he or she presents a danger to people or other animals and cannot be safely handled or placed. The decision to euthanize is never made lightly and done only with the best interest of the animal in mind. HSoP is committed to providing all of the animals we rescue with the individualized and compassionate care they need and deserve until they are adopted by responsible, loving people. How many dogs does HSoP help per year? Each year HSoP provides temporary housing for anywhere from 200-300 dogs. How many dogs are returned to their owner, and how many are adopted out per year? For stray dogs that are found within Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 70% with their owners and 30% will remain in shelter care until adopted. Whereas stray dogs that are found outside of Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 40% with their owners and 60% will remain in shelter care until adopted. We strongly encourage all pet owners to equip their pets with accurate ID to increase the likelihood of them coming home if they ever get lost. We encourage microchip ID for all pets, and strongly recommend a collar with an ID tag containing the owner's contact number. We provide both of these services at HSoP, give us a call! How many cats does HSoP help per year? Each year HSoP provides temporary housing for anywhere from 200-300 cats. HSoP generally has more cats than dogs How many cats are returned to their owner, and how many are adopted out per year? For stray cats that are found within Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 5% with their owners and 95% will remain in shelter care until adopted. Whereas stray cats that are found outside of Moscow city limits, HSoP on average will be able to reunite 1% with their owners and 99% will remain in shelter care until adopted. We strongly encourage all pet owners to equip their pets with accurate ID to increase the likelihood of them coming home if they ever get lost. We encourage microchip ID for all pets, and strongly recommend a collar with an ID tag containing the owner's contact number. Cats should wear breakaway collars if possible. We offer both ID tags and microchipping here at HSoP, give us a call! How is HSoP funded? In our past fiscal year, we received funding from the following sources: Donations: 39% Events: 15% Government Support: 27% Grants: 7% Investment: 3% Services: 8% Sponsorships: 1% For a more detailed view of HSoP finances, visit our Financial Transparency page. Is the Humane Society of the Palouse part of the Humane Society of the United States? No. HSoP has no affiliation with HSUS, PETA, ASPCA, or any national-level organization.. Though we do look to the national animal welfare organizations to stay current with best practices, we do not receive funding nor are we affiliated with them. Who is involved with HSoP? City of Moscow Latah County HSoP Voluntary Board of Directors 15 members who bring a variety of expertise to the organization. HSoP has a full time staff of 5 that include: Shelter Director Operations Manager Animal Care Attendants Countless volunteers and fosters Does the Humane Society of the Palouse pick up stray animals? The Humane Society does not pick up animals. Stray dogs found within Moscow city limits can be reported to the Animal Control Officer by calling (208)882-2677. If a stray dog is found in Latah County, citizens can call the Latah County Sheriff’s office at (208)882-2216 for assistance, but do so knowing there is no animal control for Latah County. There is no animal control for stray pets that are not dogs. Where does HSoP list stray or impounded animals? HSoP lists all stray or unclaimed animals on our Facebook page. To see the most recent stray and impounded animals, please visit our Facebook page through this link: Humane Society of the Palouse | Facebook If my pet is missing, could it be at the animal shelter? Hundreds of companion animals come into the shelter every year from Latah County. If your pet is missing, it is important that you contact the shelter as soon as possible so that a missing pet report can be completed and shelter staff can be notified to look for your pet. It is also important that you visit the shelter in-person and look for your pet on a regular basis. Please remember that it is the responsibility of the pet owner to search for their missing pet; however, HSoP will do everything possible to assist you in doing so. We also encourage posting a photo, description and information about where your pet went missing from as well as when to local lost and found groups on Facebook. What happens if my pet is brought to the shelter? If your pet is not readily identifiable by tag or microchip, your pet will be held for a stray holding period. Dogs found in the City of Moscow have a 10-day holding period. Dogs found outside of Moscow but within Latah County have a 6-day holding period. Cats found anywhere within Moscow or Latah County have a 6-day holding period. The Shelter will make every effort to contact you regarding your pet during this time. Reclaim fees apply in each situation and must be paid prior to reclaiming your pet. Unclaimed pets become the property of HSoP following the end of a stray holding period. Once this happens, they start the process of becoming ready for adoption. Please ensure that all of your pets have accurate ID to increase the chance of being reunited with them if they ever get lost. What does it cost to reclaim my pet from the shelter? Pet owners are charged an impound fee of $20.00. To reclaim a dog that lives within Moscow city limits, if the dog is not already licensed with the city, the purchase of a lifetime license is mandatory. The license is $25.00 for altered dogs and $35.00 for intact dogs. Boarding fees of $10.00 per day are charged for each day of impound after the initial twenty-four hours of arrival at the Shelter Do I have to have my pet spayed or neutered? Spaying or neutering is not required for reclaimed pets, although we encourage responsible sterilization of pets and offer assistance through S.N.A.P. Spaying or neutering your pets can prevent unwanted litters and even prevent some cancers in your beloved cat or dog. There are already so many homeless cats and dogs at the shelter, we don't need anymore! If you are in need of assistance having your pet spayed or neutered, please apply for our Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP). If I witness what I believe to be an act of animal cruelty, who do I call? Humane Society of the Palouse encourages the public to IMMEDIATELY report acts of animal cruelty or neglect to Animal Control by calling (208) 882-2677 if occurring within Moscow city limits, and (208) 882-2216 if occurring in Latah County. HSoP does not have the ability to report cruelty or neglect secondhand. If we are contacted about situations of this kind, we will direct them to contact local law enforcement. Does HSoP offer veterinary services to the pulbic? Though we would love to offer spaying/neutering and vaccination services to our local pet community, HSoP does not have the ability or facilities to do so at this time. HSoP does offer assistance through our Spay/Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), and microchipping services. For a list of local veterinary services, please view the Veterinary Services resource page in the HSoP Resource Library. Does it cost money to surrender an owned animal? Yes. HSoP does ask for a small donation to help provide care for owned pets that have been surrendered. Please visit our Owner Surrender page to learn more. 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 and interact with shelter pets: - You must be at least 18 years old to enter our dog kennels or to interact with our adoptable dogs without a parent or guardian present. - You must be at least 18 years old to interact with our adoptable cats without a parent or guardian present (unless you're working a junior volunteer shift). - Those 17 and under are welcome to visit the shelter and interact will all of our adoptable pets, so long as they're accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18. I'm going on vacation, can you board my pet? No. At this time HSoP does not offer boarding services for pets. There are several boarding facilities throughout Latah County and most vet clinics will also board. For a list of local boarding services, please view our Pet Boarding Services resource sheet in the HSoP Resource Library. I found a wild animal hurt in my yard, what should I do? HSoP is not equipped care for wildlife. If you've found an injured or orphaned wild bird or animal, please call Palouse Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation at (208) 614-2273. For more information, please visit their website: Palouse Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation I found a feral cat, what do I do? HSoP does not have the ability to provide care for feral cats within our facility. We do have a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program for feral cats living on owned property in Latah County. The program intends to reduce feline infectious diseases and homeless cat births in our region, by providing feral cats with vaccines, spay/neuter surgeries, and ear-tips for identification. Why can’t I bring my animal to the Humane Society of the Palouse if I live outside of Latah County? HSoP does not euthanize to make space. We do not have the capacity, space, or manpower to receive animals from outside of the agreed jurisdiction we have with the City of Moscow and Latah County. We recommend contacting the shelter that services your county and they may be able to help. Frequently Asked Questions Click here to read about some of the fur kids HSoP has been able to help thanks to our generous community!