About Leon County Humane Society
Founded in 1960, the Leon County Humane Society (LCHS) stands as Tallahassee’s largest non-profit animal welfare organization. With a heartfelt mission to "Rescue, Rehabilitate, & Educate; Fostering a Kinder Community for People and Their Pets," LCHS is committed to matching families with homeless pets, advocating for animals in need, and educating the community about responsible pet ownership.
Every year, approximately 1,000 animals find their way to LCHS through various means, including transfers from overcrowded shelters, owner surrenders, and rescues from neglectful situations. LCHS prioritizes the intake of animals at risk of euthanasia, ensuring that every animal receives the humane care and socialization they deserve. While LCHS is not an open intake shelter, it works closely with numerous animal shelters as a receiving animal transfer agency, providing a safe haven for those in need.
In addition to housing adoptable cats and kittens on-site, LCHS also places underage kittens and senior cats in loving foster homes. The LCHS Dog Program operates entirely through a network of dedicated foster parents and volunteers, who play a crucial role in transforming the lives of these animals. Furthermore, LCHS acts as an Emergency Response and Placement Partner with the Humane Society of the United States and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, allowing it to provide temporary shelter for animals affected by cruelty.