The Winnipeg Humane Society
Our Mission
For more than 132 years, the Winnipeg Humane Society has been dedicated to protecting all animals from suffering and promoting their welfare and dignity. We believe that all animals deserve to be treated humanely, and we work every day to ensure they receive a second chance at a happy life.
A Legacy of Compassion
Founded in 1894 by a group of forward-thinking citizens, we are the oldest animal shelter and welfare organization in Manitoba. From our early days of ensuring proper treatment for working animals to our current 40,000 square-foot facility on Hurst Way, our history is built on the unwavering commitment of our community to care for our most vulnerable companions.
How We Help
Operating from our primary shelter and supported by a robust network of foster parents, we provide medical care, nutrition, and behavioral support to more than 10,000 animals each year. We also focus on keeping families together through community services like our Pet Food Bank, low-cost veterinary clinics, and our behavior helpline, ensuring that pets remain in their loving homes whenever possible.
Your New Best Friend
Adoption is a joyful journey, and our team is committed to making meaningful matches that last a lifetime. We take the time to understand each animal’s unique personality and needs to ensure they find the perfect fit for your family and lifestyle.
Start Your Journey
Are you ready to welcome a new companion into your home? We invite you to browse our available pets online or visit us at 45 Hurst Way to meet your future best friend. Your decision to adopt not only changes a life but helps us continue our mission of protecting the animals in our community.
- Compassionate and helpful staff
- Efficient adoption process
- Operational bureaucracy
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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