Humane Society of Elkhart County

54687 County Road 19 Bristol, Indiana 47507

Dogs, Cats & Other Animals

About this shelter

Humane Society of Elkhart County in Bristol, IN

The Humane Society of Elkhart County is located at 54687 County Road 19 in Bristol, Indiana, and operates as the only humane society serving Elkhart County, where 2 other animal shelters or rescues are also based. Guided by the motto "Saving Animals. Enriching Lives," it helps place dogs, cats, and other animals into new homes on a first-come, first-adopt basis, with animals typically going home the same day they're adopted. The organization also serves as animal control for the county, taking in stray and found animals, investigating an average of 100 animal abuse or neglect complaints monthly, and assisting law enforcement through the investigation and prosecution process. It supports nearly 1,000 animals each month and operates the Suzanne George Animal Care Center for veterinary services, located about 20 miles west of South Bend, Indiana.

Before you go

Adopting from Humane Society of Elkhart County

Adoption process

Adoption is first come, first served with no holds placed on animals; visitors provide basic information to help staff match them with a pet, and they can take their new pet home the same day.

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