Our Recent Stories
Finding Ways to Say Yes!
Anderson Humane is experiencing a growing need for homes for dogs, cats, and other pets. Surrender requests are up 25% compared to last year. Many of these animals are local pets whose families deal...
Fostering: Transforming Lives, One Home at a Time
Behind every set of eyes in the shelter is a story—a story of hope, resilience, and a longing for a home. For these animals, life in a kennel isn’t just lonely; it’s heartbreaking. Finding them a...
Bunny’s Journey: From All-Star to Canine Good Citizen
When Bunny first arrived at Anderson Humane in September 2022 from Oklahoma, she was an 8-month-old bundle of energy. Bunny needed help with impulse control, leash reactivity, and other behaviors...
Laurel’s Second Chance: From Surviving to Thriving
In July 2024 South Bend Animal Resource Center in Indiana reached out to us, hoping we could help an extra special dog. Laurel, a one year old terrier mix, had been left tied up outside an abandoned...
Screech Owl Saved
At Anderson Humane, we’re privileged to help wildlife find their way back to where they belong. Recently, one of our most heartwarming moments came when we released a baby eastern screech owl who...
2024 Better Together Gala is a Huge Success
On April 26th, 2024, more than 275 attendees turned out to support Anderson Humane’s 12th Annual Gala, Better Together: Animals In Translation. This Gala is our largest fundraiser of the year to not...
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1000 S. La Fox Street
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