Welcome to GHS

Compassion in action — for animals & people since 1893

The Guelph Humane Society is the only animal welfare organization serving Guelph & Wellington County. Adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer — there are countless ways to make a difference today.

Featured this month

Three ways to make today count

A spotlight on what’s happening at the shelter right now.

Adopt

Meet Luna — looking for a forever family

Luna is a gentle, three-year-old retriever mix who loves long walks and quiet evenings. Could your home be hers?

GHS Cares

Helping families keep their pets

Through pet food banks, vet care assistance, and outreach, we help families through hard times — together.

Get Involved

Wags & Whiskers Walk · June 15

Our annual fundraising walk is back. Bring the whole family (and the four-legged ones) for a day in Riverside Park.

Your impact in 2026

0Animals reunited
0Volunteer hours
$0In community aid
0Families fostered

Where your gift goes the furthest

Urgent need

Medical Fund

Critical surgeries, dental care, and emergency treatment for animals in our care.

$32,500of $50,000

65% of goal raised

Shelter Fund

Day-to-day operations: warm beds, fresh food, and round-the-clock care for every animal.

$18,200of $35,000

52% of goal raised

GHS Cares Fund

Keeping vulnerable families and their pets together through hardship.

$2,100of $100,000

2% of goal raised