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The Darke County Humane Society
The Darke County Humane Society
Our Mission
Darke County Humane Society dedicates itself to instilling humane principles and enforcing laws for the prevention of cruelty, especially to children and animals, through repetitious knowledge and awareness. We Do NOT accept Owner release pets (unwanted pets). We can only take in sick/injured strays who need emergency vet care, and animals that are part of our abuse/neglect cases. Hours: MONDAY 11:00am - 7:00pm TUESDAY 11:00am - 5:00pm WEDNESDAY 11:00am - 5:00pm THURSDAY CLOSED FRIDAY 11:00am - 5:00pm SATURDAY 11:00am - 4:00pm SUNDAY CLOSED |
Our Humane Society
Darke County Humane Society, a charitable 501(c)3 animal welfare organization, was founded in 1953. We receive funds through donations, bequests, grants and fundraising. These funds are used to pay for expenses including veterinary services, food, shelter, medications and spay/neuter assistance. We receive no funding from, nor are we affiliated with, any national humane organizations. In addition, as a private non-profit organization dedicated to serving the animal and people of Darke County, we receive no government funding. Darke County Humane Society exists through the support of our community. High School Graduates/College Students
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The Darke County Humane Society will investigate animal abuse and neglect.
When DCHS receives a report of animal abuse or neglect, the first step is to determine what's going on. If the situation is in our jurisdiction and falls under one of the following categories, the Humane Agent will go out to the site to investigate:
Animal abuse, beating, or other cruelty
Improper feeding of animals
Inadequate or no fresh water
Inadequate or improper shelter
Improper care
Unsanitary conditions
(Animals that have been abandoned by their owner
are different from strays roaming the streets)
A vital job of the Humane Agent is determining the severity of the situation. If an animal is in immediate danger of dying, the following steps may be skipped and the animal confiscated. If the animal is not in immediate danger, the Humane Agent will attempt to work with the owners to improve the situation.
One of the Humane Agent's most important jobs is providing education. Often, an animal is being mistreated because the owners do not know what they are doing wrong, or do not know how to get help caring for their animal. The Humane Agent will provide the owner information about the humane treatment of animals and about animal laws in Ohio. DCHS can assist people in resolving these problems, we will try to help or direct them toward other resources.
When contacting the animal's owner, the Humane Agent will give a notification of the violation and a limited time to solve the problem. If the problem is not resolved when the Agent returns, the case may escalate to the Prosecuting Attorney.
If the situation still continues, the owner may be charged for animal cruelty and the animal confiscated.
The Humane Agent does not collect strays or respond to "nuisance" reports.
Stray animals roaming the streets (with or without identification) should be reported to the Darke County Animal Shelter. Contact them at 937-547-1645.
If we are contacted about strays, we will refer you to the Darke County Animal Shelter, but action will be taken much more quickly and effectively if the Animal Shelter is contacted from the start.
The Humane Agent does not respond to reports of “nuisance” animals such as barking dogs, squirrels in your garden, or dogs safely tied outside.
When DCHS receives a report of animal abuse or neglect, the first step is to determine what's going on. If the situation is in our jurisdiction and falls under one of the following categories, the Humane Agent will go out to the site to investigate:
Animal abuse, beating, or other cruelty
Improper feeding of animals
Inadequate or no fresh water
Inadequate or improper shelter
Improper care
Unsanitary conditions
(Animals that have been abandoned by their owner
are different from strays roaming the streets)
A vital job of the Humane Agent is determining the severity of the situation. If an animal is in immediate danger of dying, the following steps may be skipped and the animal confiscated. If the animal is not in immediate danger, the Humane Agent will attempt to work with the owners to improve the situation.
One of the Humane Agent's most important jobs is providing education. Often, an animal is being mistreated because the owners do not know what they are doing wrong, or do not know how to get help caring for their animal. The Humane Agent will provide the owner information about the humane treatment of animals and about animal laws in Ohio. DCHS can assist people in resolving these problems, we will try to help or direct them toward other resources.
When contacting the animal's owner, the Humane Agent will give a notification of the violation and a limited time to solve the problem. If the problem is not resolved when the Agent returns, the case may escalate to the Prosecuting Attorney.
If the situation still continues, the owner may be charged for animal cruelty and the animal confiscated.
The Humane Agent does not collect strays or respond to "nuisance" reports.
Stray animals roaming the streets (with or without identification) should be reported to the Darke County Animal Shelter. Contact them at 937-547-1645.
If we are contacted about strays, we will refer you to the Darke County Animal Shelter, but action will be taken much more quickly and effectively if the Animal Shelter is contacted from the start.
The Humane Agent does not respond to reports of “nuisance” animals such as barking dogs, squirrels in your garden, or dogs safely tied outside.
TO REPORT ABUSE/NEGLECT Seen abuse? Report it now, before it's too late! Call (937) 548-1009 ***PLEASE NOTE WE NEED CALLERS INFORMATION TO GO OUT ON INVESTIGATIONS. THIS IS FOR THE SAFTEY OF OUR AGENTS AND FOR OUR RECORDS IF WE NEED TO PROSECUTE*** |
LOST YOUR PET? Call or Email us all the pets information and your contact information. Ohio Pet Plates use the money collected for Grants to Animal Shelters and Humane Societies.
Your Darke County Humane Society applies for these grants each year. Support Us and Them. Get your Plates Today! |