The Animal Shelter Society Inc.
Giving Homeless Pets a Second Chance
Since 1959, The Animal Shelter Society has been dedicated to promoting and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of homeless animals in Muskingum County. We are committed to providing a compassionate, hopeful environment where every animal has the opportunity to find a loving, forever home.
Our Mission and Community
As a private 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we rely entirely on the generous support of our community, grants, and fundraising rather than local government or tax funding. We are proud to be an adoptable, no-kill shelter that works tirelessly to curb the population of unwanted animals through spay and neuter advocacy and public education.
A Dedicated Approach to Care
Our facility in Zanesville is staffed by a team of knowledgeable employees and volunteers who provide daily care and medical attention to the animals in our custody. We are transparent about our operations and believe in the value of every individual pet, ensuring they receive the necessary resources—from routine veterinary care to specialized treatments—to help them thrive. By prudent stewardship of our assets, we maintain a safe, welcoming space for the animals while they wait for their new families.
Your Partner in Adoption
We believe that adopting is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have, and we are here to ensure a perfect fit for both you and your new companion. Our adoption process includes thoughtful meet-and-greets to ensure every pet finds a home that matches their unique personality and needs. When you choose to adopt, you are not just changing an animal's life—you are inviting a lifetime of love into your own.
Join Our Mission
Ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to view our adoptable animals online or visit us at our Zanesville shelter to see the great work our community makes possible. Together, we can continue to offer a brighter future to every pet who enters our doors.
- Dedicated staff
- Compassionate intake of surrendered/stray animals
- Rigorous adoption requirements
8/6 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Petunia, Again! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE OH – You’re not having Deja Vu, This Week’s Pet of the Week is Petunia, again! We told you about Petunia last week, but April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter Society, says she needs to find her forever family soon. Gibson says she and her staff go above and beyond for all of the animals in...
7/30 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Petunia! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – This week’s pet of the week at the Animal Shelter Society Inc. is as pretty as a flower. Meet Petunia! She’s a 2-year-old Plott Hound and Boxer mix who is spayed and ready for her forever home. She’s affectionate, loyal, and plays well with most dogs but can be dog-selective. Executive director April Gibson says she’d do...
7/24 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Trixie! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Pet of the Week is a spunky and high energy girl looking for her forever family. Meet Trixie! She’s a 6 month old chihuahua and dachshund mix who’s spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and is ready for a space for her to burn off some extra energy. April Gibson, the Executive Director, says Trixie’s...
6/11 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Judy! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week can be a shy girl but she can also pull a Houdini. Meet Judy! She’s a 1-year-old Pekingese-Pomeranian mix who’s spay, up to date on her vaccinations, and is searching for a palace to call home. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter, says her prior...
6/8 - Movie Nights at Restoration Park Return for Another Summer of Fun - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – If you’re looking for something to help kick off your weekend plans, a movie night in the park might be the perfect thing. Movie Nights at Restoration Park, located at 252 Muskingum Ave., have been a summer tradition since 2017 and this summer’s line up has just been announced. Lori Wince is an organizer of the Movie...
6/4 - Busy Summer Ahead at The Animal Shelter Society - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – The Animal Shelter Society here in Zanesville has a busy summer ahead. On Wednesday, they hosted a catapalooza spay event where over 50 cats came in for much needed medical treatment. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, says without her staff this marathon long day of surgeries wouldn’t have been possible. “It took everybody on...
5/21 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Chomper! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – This Week’s Animal Shelter Society’s Pet of the Week is a young pup with a whole lot of energy. Meet Chomper! He is a 7-month-old chocolate lab mix who’s neutered, up to date on his vaccines, and is eagerly awaiting his forever family. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, says due to Chomper’s age and...
5/7 - Animal Shelter Society Blooms with “Purr-ennials of Love” Adoption Event - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – April showers typically bring out May flowers, but at the Animal Shelter Society their garden is in full bloom with some beautiful felines. From now until the end of the month during the PURR-ennials of Love Adoption Event, all kittens 6 months and under have an adoption fee of $50 while cats 6 months and older are...
4/16 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Millie! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – This week’s Pet of the Week is a sweet and sassy girl. Meet Millie! She’s a 5-year-old poodle who’s spayed, up to date on her vaccines, and is searching for a place to call home. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Animal Shelter Society, says Millie does well with other dogs and is great with everyone...
3/26 - Looking forward to spring with the Animal Shelter Society - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s time to check in with April Gibson at the Animal Shelter Society Inc. to see what events they have coming up this spring. Gibson wanted to start off by highlighting the final stretch of the March Meowness adoption special. Adoptions of cats at the shelter are just $35 for the rest of the month. A feline...
3/19 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Hank! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
Hank the Pet of the WeekZANESVILLE, Ohio – It’s time to visit the Animal Shelter Society with Executive Director April Gibson to meet this week’s pet of the week. This is Hank, a 1-year-old German Shepherd/Poodle mix with a lot of energy and love in his heart. He’s a very social canine and his friendly with other dogs of all...
3/17 - Jeffrey Mathews - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
Jeffrey “Jeff” Alan Mathews, 67, of Quaker City, passed away on Friday (March 13, 2026) at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville surrounded by his family. Jeff was born April 4, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio, son of Gary Irwin Mathews and the late Jean Wallace Johnston. Jeff was a Logistics Load Planner for Colgate Palmolive, retiring in 2020 after twenty-three years of...
3/12 - Animal Shelter Society Pet of the Week: Meet Penny! - WHIZ - Fox 5 / Marquee Broadcasting
ZANESVILLE, OH – It’s time again to check in with the Animal Shelter Society and meet their pretty Pet of the Week. Penny is a one-year-old pocket bully who’s spayed, up to date on her vaccinations, and is eagerly awaiting her forever family. April Gibson, the Executive Director of the Shelter, said Penny is very active and loves to play...
