The Winnipeg Humane Society
Our Mission
For more than 132 years, the Winnipeg Humane Society has been dedicated to protecting animals from suffering while promoting their welfare and dignity. We are driven by a simple, powerful vision: all animals deserve to be treated humanely.
Our Journey
Founded in 1894, we are Manitoba's oldest animal shelter and welfare organization. From our early days as a group of concerned citizens to our modern 40,000 square foot facility at 45 Hurst Way, our history is built on compassion and an enduring commitment to the animals of our community.
How We Care
We provide food, medical care, and love to more than 10,000 animals each year. Our facility operates with empathy at its core, utilizing a dedicated shelter clinic and a vital foster program that allows animals to recover in safe, home-like environments while waiting for their forever families. We are also committed to keeping pets with their original families through our Pet Food Bank, behaviour resources, and emergency support services.
Connecting You with a Friend
Adoption is the start of a beautiful, lifelong partnership. We believe in thoughtful matching, ensuring every pet finds a home perfectly suited to their unique personality and needs. When you adopt, you are not just getting a pet; you are giving a deserving animal a well-earned second chance.
Join Our Community
Are you ready to meet your new best friend? We invite you to browse our available pets online or visit us at our facility to experience the joy of adoption firsthand. Together, we can create a future where every animal is cherished and protected.
- High quality veterinary care
- Successful adoption outcomes
- Bureaucratic adoption process
7/26 - Four more fatalities, at least 3 by pit bull, raise 2026 dog attack toll to 50 - Animals 24-7
“Pittie Moms” member Kathleen Noll, 79, was #50. Rescuer Amanda Nobiss, 37, was #48. PENN HILLS, Pennsylvania; HENNING, Tennessee; SANDY BAY FIRST NATION, Manitoba; SODDY DAISY, Tennessee––The 2026 U.S. and Canadian dog attack fatality count on July 21, 2026 reached 50 for the sixth year in a row, eight days earlier in the year […]
10/22 - Lunch with Penny. She loves her people, is very sweet, and sure would look good snackin' in your home. She is reactive to other dogs, so no other animals in the home would be necessary. This 2-year-old girl just wants to find her forever family 🩷💜.
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10/20 - Get your hands on our new travel mugs! Available online and in store at the @whspetshop for$34.99 with 100% of the proceeds going right back to our shelter animals! Stainless steel interior, black matte finish with WHS logo, these puppies will go fast. 🔗in bio 📍 45 Hurst Way
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10/19 - We've been accused of using AI in our recent 50/50 ad so here's our marketing director taking a stab at our graphic designer's work. We're a charity supporting 10,000+ animals a year, and we still make our own stuff! Give back by supporting local, and win big for yourself 💰. We just hit $25K with two weeks left... It'd be a fright if you forgot 👀. Link in bio to purchase now!
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10/16 - Grizz is waiting for his fam, but in the meantime hanging with his dudes will do. 3-years-old, sweet, sweet boy, knows all the stats you need. Catch us at the @manitobamoose Rescue Night game November 7!
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10/15 - Our RVTs deserved some time off their feet so we got Stanley to cover some shifts. They work SO HARD. #RVTmonth2026
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