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Who We Are
In January 1952, a group of public-spirited Savannahians recognized the need for more humane treatment of animals and pets within the greater Savannah area. They joined together to organize The Humane Society of Chatham-Savannah, Inc. We recieved our current charter in1982 and are a tax-exempt charity (IRS 501 (c)3).
The Humane Society of Chatham Savannah, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the welfare of animals. Its primary purpose is the prevention of cruelty to animals, the relief of suffering, and the promotion of a responsible adoption program.
All funding of The Humane Society of Chatham-Savannah, Inc. is by private and corperate donations, bequests, special events, adoption fees, and from the proceeds of our Pick of the Litter Thrift Store. WE RECIEVE NO GOVERNMENT FUNDING!
We Believe in working toward halting and preventing all unnecessary suffering of animals in every way possivble. We will work toward halting all suffering of animals within our means and ability.
Regarding the welfare of animals, the criteria of the Humane Society and its agents should be making the welfare of the animals we are able to help our primary goal.
Any animal brought to the shelter has the right to:
1. Be humanely treated and cared for.
2. Be adopted by a family or individual meeting tthe adoption qualifications set forth by the Board of Directors.
3. Be returned to its owner if lost.
4. Be assured of a humane death if it impossible to find a home for it.
The Humane Society should conduct an educational campaign to promote an ethical attitude toward animals. The Humane Society should strive to promote legislation serving the welfare of animals. The public should make every effort to reduce the number of unwanted litters and to promote committed and responsible pet ownership.
The Humane Society serves 1. People as well as animals. We encourage a lifestyle that abhors all cruelty, explotation, and needless suffering on the part of all animals, including humans. 2. To help people appreciate and understand thier roles and the roles of "other" animals in the web of life. 3. As moral and ethical influence that creates balance in the never-ending learning process. 4. To integrate Humane Education into the entire curriculum wherever appropriate.
Adopting a friend
The Humane Society of Savannah-Chatham always has a multitude of wonderful cats, dogs, and sometimes even ferrets, gerbils, hampsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds available for adoption. You can see the pets available for adoption by using the petfinder site, going to our website www.humanesocietysav.org, or by coming to the shelter. We are open seven days a week for viewing and adoption. Our hours are as follows: Monday through Friday 10a.m. - 5:30p.m., Saturdays 10a.m. -4p.m., and Sunday 12p.m.-4p.m.. The adoption fee for any cat six months old and above is $50.00 and the adoption fee for a cat less than six months old is $75. These respective adoption fees include temperament testing, feline leukemia and FIV testing for all cats six weeks and older, FVRCP booster, general dewormer, spaying/neutering, microchip, a free exam to one of the local veterinarians, and thirty free days of pet insurance. The adoption fee for dogs is $150.00. This fee includes temperament testing, heartworm testing for dogs that are six months or older, being up to date on vaccinations (Distemper/Parvo, Bordetella, and, if old enough, Rabies), heartworm prevention, a general dewormer, spaying/neutering, microchip, a free exam to one of the local veterinarians, and thirty free days of pet insurance.
ALL ADOPTION APPLICATIONS ARE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. WE DO ACCEPT MORE THEN ONE APPLICATION ON A PET AND APPLICATIONS ARE USUALLY CONSIDERED IN THE ORDER THAT THEY ARE RECIEVED, HOWEVER THERE MAY BE AN EXCEPTION. WE RESERVED THE RIGHT TO APPROVE OR DENY ANY APPLICATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS POLICIES IN REGARDS TO THE BELIEF THAT THE QUALITY OR LIFE EXPERIENCED BY THE ANIMAL IS JUST AS INPORTANT AS THE QUANTITY OF ITS LIFESPAN. We also reserve the right to perform a home visit before an adoption application is approved if we deem it necessary. We do not do same day adoptions for dogs. It usually takes 24-48 hours to process the application. However, for the adoption of a cat, depending on the application submitted and what needs to be checked on it, the adopter may be able to complete the adoption and take the pet home the same day.
Please keep in mind that it is Georgia State law that all shelter animals be spayed or neutered. We try out best to make sure the pets are already sterilized prior to going home. However, if they have not been yet or are too young to be fixed, we will require that a Spay/Neuter Contract be signed agreeing that you will bring the pet back at a later date to be fixed when the time comes. With this contract, we will require a refundable deposit of $100 be left (preferably in the form of a check). It will be stapled to your paperwork and handed back to you on the surgery date. It is just held as collateral to ensure the pet comes back to get fixed.
YES! We do adopt to people who live out of state. However, if it is a very long distance the adopter will have to arrange for the animal to be picked up or transported. We are unable to assist with arranging shipping or flights for animals. We cannot put an animal on "hold" over the phone, but we can fax you an application if getting to the shelter right away isn't possible. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US! (SEE BELOW FOR CONTACT INFO)
