City News & Updates

The City of Huntington renewed its annual agreement this week with the Huntington County Humane Society. Here’s a look at the benefits and services that city residents receive through this partnership.

Prevent-a-Litter Program

PAL for short, this is a financial assistance and veterinary access program available to Huntington City and County residents. Any unaltered cat – whether indoor, outdoor, owned or feral – can be brought in for low-cost spay/neuter procedures and rabies vaccinations.

Since January 2023, 720 cats have been spayed or neutered. As a result, there have been 31 percent fewer cats coming into the shelter and 51 percent fewer animal control calls. Translation: PAL works!

Public Clinic

Offered in 2024 for the first time, a Public Clinic gave City and County residents access to vaccinations for their pets, microchipping, dewormers, nail trimming and other services at a low cost. Nearly 200 pets received one or more services last year. Watch for the Humane Shelter to share details on upcoming clinics.

24/7 Animal Control Response

Two full-time Animal Control officers provide around-the-clock response to concerns both within City limits and across the County.

Welfare Checks

Residents can call Public Safety Dispatch at (260) 356-7110, send an anonymous tip to local law enforcement or contact the Humane Shelter directly via Facebook Messenger.

Animal Control officers respond to all reported concerns to complete a report and provide any necessary follow-up actions.

2024 By the Numbers

1,715 Total Animals in Shelter’s Care

614 Dogs
1,075 Cats
26 Other (possums, raccoons, birds, rabbits, etc.)

280 Rescued Animals in City Limits

978 Adoptions

184 Animals Returned to Owners

79 Animals Transferred to Rescue Facilities

520 Cats Spayed or Neutered

377 from within City limits

855 Animal Control Calls Answered

530 Within City Limits

13,000 Pounds of Pet Food Donated to the Community