Niagara SPCA & Humane Society - Niagara Falls Shelter
Our Mission
The Niagara SPCA and Humane Society is dedicated to delivering innovative programs and compassionate services that enhance the lives of pets in need and the people who care for them. Together, we enhance lives, inspire compassion, and bring joy to both pets and people.
A Legacy of Compassion
For over a century, our organization has been protecting animals and supporting our community. By uniting the roots of the Niagara Falls Humane Society and the Welland & District SPCA in 2021, we have expanded our ability to provide shelter for homeless animals across the Niagara Peninsula.
How We Care
As a registered non-profit charity, we operate animal centers in Niagara Falls, Welland, and Port Colborne, providing safe shelter for homeless animals while they wait for their forever homes. Our day-to-day operations are supported by a dedicated team of staff and over 200 volunteers who share their time and skills to ensure every animal receives compassionate care.
Building Meaningful Connections
We are committed to fostering the important bonds between humans and animals that enrich us as individuals and families. By focusing on thoughtful adoptions and providing ongoing support services like our wellness and spay-neuter clinics, we strive to ensure every pet finds the perfect, loving environment to thrive.
Join Us in Making a Difference
We invite you to be part of our compassionate community of animal lovers. Whether you are looking to welcome a new companion into your home, interested in becoming a foster, or ready to help through volunteering or donations, we are grateful for your support. Visit our website to view our adoptable pets, apply to join our team, or learn more about our current initiatives.
Trust Assessment
GoldRated Oct 27, 2026
NonprofitVerifiedPhysical Facility
FinancesOnline Review Highlights
- Compassionate and responsive staff
- Successful animal rescues
- Communication breakdown
Coverage We Reviewed
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10/27 - A staff and volunteer favourite, Zeus has a way of stealing hearts with his sweet personality, happy smile, and signature mismatched ears! While the shelter environment can be a little overwhelming for him, Zeus is a gentle, affectionate boy who just needs a quiet place to feel comfortable and let his personality shine. He loves cuddles, enjoys leisurely walks, knows some basic commands, and is dog social! He can be shy with new people, but with a little patience and love, he has so much to offer. We're looking for a calm foster or adoptive home where Zeus can decompress, build his confidence, and finally feel at home. Could you be the one to give Zeus his chance? If you are interested, please email behaviour@niagaraspca.com for more information. #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptZeus #AdoptDontShop #FosterADog #NiagaraRegion
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10/24 - Meet some of the dogs currently waiting for homes at our Port Colborne shelter! 🐾💙 Argus is our energetic youngster who needs an active home and continued training. Patty is our people-loving girl who enjoys walks, toys, and being the centre of attention. And Buddy? He's a sweet companion who enjoys a good cuddle but also appreciates his independence. They're all looking for something a little different in a forever home, and finding the right match makes all the difference. Want to get to know them better? Head to the link in our bio to view their adoption profiles and submit an application! #NiagaraSPCA #PortColborne #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #PetAdoption
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10/23 - Meet Bella! Sweet, goofy, and full of personality, this girl is ready to bring a whole lot of love and laughter into someone's life! Bella is a 2-year-old Labrador Retriever mix with a big heart and a lovable personality to match. She's currently waiting at our Welland shelter for someone to call her own. Think Bella could be your perfect match? Visit the link in our bio to learn more about her and submit an adoption application! #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptBella #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #NiagaraRegion
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10/22 - A little peek inside our Cat Community Room at our Welland shelter! 🐱💙 These adorable faces are just a few of the cats waiting to find their forever homes. Each one has their own personality, plenty of love to give, and a family out there waiting to meet them! Ready to meet your forever friend? Visit our Welland shelter or check out our adoptable cats through the link in our bio! #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptDontShop #AdoptACat #WellandOntario #ShelterCats
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10/21 - Meet Skye, our longest-staying resident. Skye has been waiting longer than any other animal in our care for a family to call her own, and we're hoping her perfect match is out there! While she waits, Skye has been receiving plenty of love and care from her wonderful foster family, but she's still dreaming of a forever home to call her own. This sweet girl may be a little shy when meeting new people, but once she gets comfortable, her loving and loyal personality really shines. She's gentle, affectionate, and just a little nosy, always keeping an eye on what's happening around her! Skye has been through a lot during her time with us, including surgery on both knees. She's recovering well and currently receives allergy medication and a specialized diet to keep her feeling her best. Her future family will need to be prepared to continue her care, including any veterinary follow-ups she may need. After all this time, Skye deserves the comfort, patience, and love of a forever home. 💙 #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptSkye #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #NiagaraRegion
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10/20 - Paige is coming up on one year in our care, and we're hoping her forever family is just around the corner! This strong, confident girl has so much love to give. She enjoys spending time with people, getting outside to explore, and taking in everything around her. Paige also does well with other dogs and could potentially share a home with a compatible canine companion. She's spent nearly a year waiting for a family to call her own. Let's help make sure she doesn't have to wait much longer. 💙 Think Paige could be your perfect match? Apply to adopt through the link in our bio! #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptPaige #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #NiagaraRegion
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10/17 - Meet Peppa, a sweet girl with a goofy side just waiting to shine! Peppa can be a little shy when meeting new people, but give her some patience and kindness, and it won't take long for her playful personality to come out! She enjoys spending time with other dogs and could do well in a home with a compatible canine friend. Like many young dogs, Peppa is still working on her manners, especially when her excitement gets the best of her! With a little guidance, continued training and a family willing to help build her confidence, Peppa has so much love and personality to share. She's looking for someone who will give her the time to settle in and let her true self shine. Apply to adopt Peppa through the link in our bio! #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptPeppa #AdoptDontShop #ShelterDogs #NiagaraRegion
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10/14 - Meet Shanta, our new Foster Pathways Coordinator! 🐾💙 Working across our Niagara Falls, Welland and Port Colborne shelters, Shanta is helping connect animals in need with foster families who can provide them with a loving place to stay. Her goal? To make the best possible matches between animals and foster families, setting both up for long-term success. A special thank you to the PEDIGREE Foundation for funding this important role and helping us create more opportunities for animals in our care to thrive. We're excited to have Shanta on the team and can't wait to see the difference she'll make! We're always looking for more foster families! If you've been thinking about opening your home to an animal in need, we'd love to hear from you. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about becoming a foster. #NiagaraSPCA #MeetTheTeam #FosterCare #AnimalWelfare #NiagaraRegion
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10/11 - This Thanksgiving, we're feeling especially grateful for the community that makes it all possible. ❤️🐾 To our dedicated staff, volunteers, fosters, adopters, donors, and everyone who continues to support our shelter, thank you. Because of you, we're able to provide care, comfort, and second chances to animals who need us most. Every act of kindness, big or small, makes a difference. From all of us at Niagara SPCA & Humane Society, Happy Thanksgiving! We're so thankful to have you by our side. 🧡 #NiagaraSPCA #HappyThanksgiving #ThankfulForYou #NiagaraCommunity #AnimalRescue
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10/9 - Two adorable faces looking for their forever homes! Meet Harlow and Ram! These Cane Corso mix puppies are currently waiting at our Welland Shelter for families to call their own. Harlow is a beautiful black female, while Ram is a handsome brindle male. Both are at the beginning of their journeys and looking for loving homes where they can grow, learn and make plenty of memories. As they grow, these pups will need families ready to provide the training, socialization, patience and commitment that come with raising a large-breed puppy. Interested in meeting Harlow or Ram? Visit our Welland Shelter or submit an adoption application to get started! #NiagaraSPCA #AdoptDontShop #CaneCorsoPuppies #AdoptAPuppy #NiagaraRegion
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10/4 - It’s a MARS Global Pet Adoption Weekend and @niagara_spca were lucky enough to be chosen to have adoption fees sponsored this weekend for all hopeful pet parents getting their applications in! @jonathononair talked to CEO Amelia Canto about the weekend and how you can get involved with the Niagara SPCA going forward to make a difference in the lives of shelter animals. Check it out and go visit their Niagara Falls, Welland and Port Colborne locations today before 3pm! #petadoption #niagara #adoptdontshop #marsglobaladoptionweekend
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10/4 - Today is the last day Mars and PEDIGREE Foundation are covering cat and dog adoption fees at participating Niagara SPCA & Humane Society locations and Fendy is ready for her turn in the spotlight! Young Fendy is all about the simple things, a good walk, a patch of grass to roll around in, and of course, plenty of treats. She’s your typical bully girl: playful, full of personality and always ready to have a little fun. Whether she’s out exploring or showing off her treat-catching skills, Fendy knows how to make the most of her day. If you’re interested in adopting Fendy, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Our regular adoption process remains in place, and all applications are reviewed by our team to help find the right match. #NiagaraSPCA #MarsGlobalAdoptionWeekend #AdoptFendy #AdoptDontShop #NiagaraRegion
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10/3 - Cheddar is the kind of guy who makes sure there’s never a dull moment. He’s goofy, busy, incredibly sweet and always ready to make a new friend, including the four-legged kind! Cheddar is dog social and would love a home where he can keep having fun, burning off that energy and being his lovable, slightly chaotic self. From October 2–4, Mars and PEDIGREE Foundation are covering cat and dog adoption fees at participating Niagara SPCA & Humane Society locations for Mars Global Adoption Weekend. Applications can be submitted ahead of the event, and we encourage applying early! Our regular adoption process remains in place to help make sure every adoption is the right fit. #NiagaraSPCA #MarsGlobalAdoptionWeekend #AdoptCheddar #NiagaraDogs #PetAdoption
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