Saving animals. Changing lives.
OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 in Observance of Labor Day.
For adoptions, we operate by appointment so staff is available to help you find your new perfect family member. Please call for details.
You can stop to walk through our animal rooms Mondays through Fridays noon to 3pm, and Saturdays noon to 2pm.
Our mission is to provide a safe, temporary shelter for dogs and cats, until placing them into their new, loving, “forever” homes.
Choose a way to help animals you like
Donate
HSEC runs completely on donations!
Volunteer
We have flexible volunteer opportunities!
Shop & Give
You can now make purchases from our wish list!
Find your new best friend
About us
We strive to find the perfect fit for placement for every single one of our animals. They are fixed, vaccinated, dewormed and on monthly parasite prevention while they are with us.
Established in 1892, the Society has sought to curb animal cruelty, teach compassion and proper care of animals, and for the past 30 years, operate a shelter to take in homeless dogs and cats, provide them with proper care, and match them permanently with loving families.
Happy Tails
Great shelter! Staff was friendly and very helpful. Facility was spotless. I expected a "smell" - especially in a room full of cats/kittens but there was no odor whatsoever. They obviously put a lot of effort into keeping the shelter clean and it shows!
Happy Tails
Very clean facility, the animals seem well cared for, staff was friendly
Happy Tails
This place is absolutely amazing. They have such wonderful furry friends and helped us add a wonderful new addition to our family. Everyone here is so caring and helpful in finding so many animals find their forever homes. They are so full of joy from the sclecond you go in to the second you leave! Would definitely recommend finding your next furry friend here!
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Upcoming events
Adopt-A-Pet Month Kickoff Event at Sandusky Book Bar
Adopt-A-Pet Month Kickoff Event at Sandusky Book Bar