Blue Ridge Humane Society
Our Mission
Our mission is to nurture and strengthen the bond between animals and people in our community by removing barriers and delivering accessible, comprehensive support with dignity and respect. We envision a community where the human-animal bond is recognized as essential to wellbeing and where animal welfare is a shared responsibility grounded in compassion.
Our History
Founded in 1950 as the Henderson County Humane Society, our organization has spent decades advocating for local animals. In 2003, we became the Blue Ridge Humane Society to better reflect our unique operations and our deep commitment to the pets and people we serve.
How We Care
We believe in the power of connection and care. At our Adoption Center, every animal receives comprehensive medical attention, including vaccinations, microchipping, and spay or neuter surgery, before meeting their new family. By working closely with dedicated foster volunteers and utilizing our Adoption Center, we ensure every pet receives the support they need while waiting for a forever home.
The Adopter Connection
We are committed to forging lifelong bonds between pets and people through thoughtful matching and counseling. Our Adoption Counselors are here to guide you through the process, answering your questions and helping you find the perfect companion to transition into your home successfully. We focus on joyful partnerships, ensuring every adoption is a success story from the very start.
Find Your New Best Friend
We invite you to visit our Adoption Center or browse our currently available pets online. Whether you are ready to adopt, interested in volunteering, or want to support our mission through a donation, you are making a difference in the lives of animals in our community. Join us in celebrating new beginnings today!
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10/2 - Adoption fees for dogs, cats waived in October at Blue Ridge Humane Society
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10/5 - We’re not saying you need to adopt a dog during National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month… But it would be pretty ✨iconic✨if you did. 👀 And conveniently, we have several very cute, very good dogs who are ready to make it happen. 🐶 Even better? All dog (and cat) adoption fees are waived in October thanks to Hunter Subaru and #SubaruLovesPets!
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10/3 - Louie is having a great time with his best friend Prince, but he’d really like to be having this much fun at home! This guy has been waiting for his people for a while, and our team has one thing to say about him: he’s a dream of a dog. 💙 Louie knows sit, shake, how to entertain himself, and he is an absolute superstar with other dogs. I mean, just look at him and Prince! 🐶 He’d love an active home with someone who wants a hiking buddy, a walking partner, a friend for their resident dog, or maybe even an agility star. (We’re just saying… he’s got potential 👀) Louie’s ready to get out of the waiting room and into the good stuff! Come meet this stunning boy today from 10am to 6pm (closing for quiet time from 12pm to 1pm). All adoption fees are WAIVED for the entire month of October thanks to Hunter Subaru and #SubaruLovesPets!
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10/2 - We want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Fur Ball such a success! This year was all about new beginnings as we welcomed guests into our new home at 353 Banner Farm Road in Mills River. Guests enjoyed an evening filled with fantastic food, signature cocktails, fabulous raffle prizes, and even a mini Thrift Store market — all in support of raising critical funds for animals in need and the programs that serve them. The funds raised will help provide medical care, adoption support, and community services for animals throughout our region. As part of the evening, we shared a special video with our guests to give them a glimpse into the incredible work happening every day at BRHS and the lives being impacted by our programs. It was a wonderful opportunity to show our supporters just how much their generosity means to the animals and people we serve. We’re incredibly grateful to our amazing sponsors, donors, volunteers, and everyone who helped bring this special evening together. Your generosity makes more possible for animals in need and the people who love them in our community. Thank you for celebrating with us, supporting our mission, and helping us make a difference. We’re so grateful to have you by our side! 🐾
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10/2 - Have you ever tried to get two dogs who really just want to play to sit for a picture? Please enjoy a little process video of just that with Flanagan and Prince. 📸 And while you’re at it, come meet these two goofs! They’re both incredibly sweet and absolutely stunning! And remember - all adoption fees are waived in October thanks to Hunter Subaru and #SubaruLovesPets!
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9/30 - Nothing like a little recess with your besties. 🐶 We’ve got a whole crew of adoptable pups who have found some pretty great friends in the play yard. The zoomies are shared. The friendships are adorable. The fun is nonstop. Looking for a pal for your pup? Check these guys out!
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9/29 - Elementary students in the GEM program through United Way were asked to help us market some of our adoptable animals. The results were just too cute not to share 😍
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9/29 - When the biscuit orders pile up so much that you have to bring in a 3rd paw just to keep up. 🧑🍳 One of Forrest’s legs didn’t quite heal right after an old injury, but he didn’t let that slow him down! Nor did he let it stop him from becoming the current biscuit king of the Adoption Center! Forrest loves to climb, explore, and, most importantly, PLAY! This adventurous boy throws himself into the fun, eagerly investigating his surroundings, climbing wherever his curiosity takes him, and playing with enough enthusiasm to keep you entertained right along with him. Come meet Forrest and see his confidence, determination, and zest for life first hand! 🌲
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