West Columbia Gorge Humane Society

Welcome to the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society (WCGHS), a compassionate haven for animals located in Washougal, Washington. Established in 1994, WCGHS is a proud independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal shelter dedicated to saving the lives of pets and providing essential resources that help maintain the bond between pets and their families. At WCGHS, we believe every animal is an individual with a unique story. Our mission focuses on finding loving homes for every healthy or treatable animal, ensuring that unwanted or homeless pets have a safe place for shelter and care. Our dedicated team, supported by over 200 volunteers, strives to better the lives of pets and their people in our community and beyond. Our core values of kindness, respect, compassion, and integrity guide our operations. We emphasize the importance of addressing the medical and behavioral needs of each animal in our care, aligning our shelter policies with community needs, and making conscientious decisions regarding euthanasia only when absolutely necessary for health and safety. WCGHS operates with the belief that every pet deserves a chance at a happy life. With an impressive save rate, our shelter has maintained a no-kill status since its inception. By collaborating with other shelters to transport animals in need, we strive to lessen the burden on overran shelters across the U.S., ensuring more lives are saved and placed in loving homes. Our services extend beyond sheltering animals. We offer community pet assistance programs, a Pet Food Pantry, and a Veterinary Assistance Fund, all aimed at supporting families in keeping their pets healthy and safe. WCGHS also operates an adoption center in collaboration with local Petco locations, making it easier for potential adopters to connect with their future furry companions. As a community-focused organization, your support is vital to our success. We invite you to join us in making a difference through volunteering, fostering, and donations. By contributing to our cause, you help us continue to provide compassionate care to thousands of pets and people every year. Join us as we strive toward our vision of a community where every pet lives a healthy life in a loving home. Together, we can create a future filled with compassion and joy for all pets and their families.