Washington Humane Society

7319 Georgia Avenue Washington, District Of Columbia 20012

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Washington Humane Society in Washington, DC

Washington Humane Society is a humane society located in Washington, District of Columbia, within the District of Columbia county area. It sits about 5 miles south of Washington, DC, and shares the district with 11 other animal shelters and rescues that serve the local community. Humane societies and similar organizations generally work to match animals with suitable adopters, aiming to place pets in homes that fit their needs and temperament. Washington Humane Society is part of this network of shelters and rescues operating in and around the District of Columbia.

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