Humane Society of Elkhart County

54687 County Road 19 Bristol, Indiana 46507

Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

Humane Society of Elkhart County animal shelter in Bristol, IN

Bristol Shelters

(574) 475-4732 Directions

Visiting

Hours of operation

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Today
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Humane Society of Elkhart County in Bristol, IN

The Humane Society of Elkhart County operates with the mission "Saving Animals. Enriching Lives." out of its shelter in Elkhart, Indiana, roughly 20 miles west of South Bend. It is the only humane society in Elkhart County and also serves as the county's animal control agency, taking in stray and at-large animals in addition to investigating an average of 100 animal abuse or neglect complaints each month. The organization impacts nearly 1,000 animals every month, offering adoptable dogs, cats, and other animals, and operates the Suzanne George Animal Care Center for veterinary services by appointment. The shelter is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Before you go

Adopting from Humane Society of Elkhart County

Adoption process

Visit the shelter in person, as adoptions are first come, first served with no holds placed; staff will collect basic information to help match you with a pet, and you can typically take your new pet home the same day.

Service area: Elkhart County, Indiana
Animals served: Dogs, Cats & Other Animals