Honestly the staff here is superb. I lost my baby cat a few months ago (Not an actual baby, she was 14. She was just baby cat cause she was so small compared to my male cats.) I decided to start going into the humane society to get some kitty therapy(wasn't really planning on picking one up.). I still had my two boys but my cat I lost was special and it left a little bit of a void. I went back a couple times for a few weeks and then one day there was an intake that was a little ball of energy that I just had to play with. But since he was new they were still figuring out his temperament so he was not available for meets. Went into my work weekend and I saw he went into regular population to where he could be played with on my work Friday. Had a friend that was going with me on occasion to see the cats. I woke up on my first day off to a knock on my door, She adopted the cat for me and it was a bit of a shock at first but he's been the most beautiful fit for my household. Don't shop, please adopt. So many amazing animals out there read more

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I came in to meet a kitten I saw online. He was already adopted to I was told I could walk through where the other cats are if I wanted to. Lou came out from under a couch and stole my heart. He's an 8 year old boy who was surrendered by his family. How can I leave him there??? So he came home with me. Here is the part I never expected: they've called to check in on US. they send surveys out at interval to see how things are going. They alway answer the phone if there's an issue. They support the families who adopt pets. I love the kind staff and I love what they do for these animals. Please adopt- don't shop. read more

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As a frequent Volunteer in various roles; what can I say? They get it DONE! Rehabbing and rehoming animals in our community. Dr Fitz in unequalled in the CITY OF RENO as far as skills/compassion and enthusiasm go. Vaccine clinic is smooth! Consider your next love from NHS...! read more

Overall a great facility and staff, ive adopted a few fur babies from them in the past read more

Nevada Humane Society - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

This event was so informative. It was a real eye opener. So many dogs and cats looking for their forever homes. I wish I could take them all. Great event. Best part of the evening was the puppy kissing booth. I couldn't get enough of the puppy kisses. Please stop in and take a look around. You are sure to fall in love read more

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I'm so thankful for the Nevada Humane Society! I got my two kitties from them. One of them the most social, wanting loves all the time. The other one the Reno humane society saw his anxiety and decided to transfer him to Carson. Now THATS how you take care of an animal. Realizing they might need different accommodations. read more

Nevada Humane Society - They are not related but looks like they could be. Kirby on the left, renamed Dr. Foxie (Dr. McStuffins in the humane society) on the right. - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

The people working and volunteering at Nevada Humane Society truly love animals. It is great to see how they care for the tiniest newborn kitten to the senior yellow lab needing care and attention in the facility. The place has been recently remodeled and it looks great! read more

Today I adopted my 2nd kitty. I named him Poppy. I adopted Banyon and he is nearly 1 year old and it was such a great experience adopting with the Nevada Humane Society, Today I have a new baby kitty. Banyon and Poppy will grow up as brothers. This is the proudest day. I love the Nevada Humane Society. Thank you to Tara Clark, Cat Staff who put Poppy in my hands. I was kissed 2 times and then he was mine! lol A big Thank you also to Nina M who was my adoption Adoption Specialist. This is the 2nd time I rang the BELL. Another kitty was adopted to a good home today...my h read more

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May grandmother got a dog here and it started. Attacking her. He did twice in one day. she goes to the hospital. The hospital is like well. You gotta go quarantine your dog the Humane Society. The Humane Society has no empathy. They don't care that this 80-year-old woman just got attacked by one of their dogs. That we had to pay a lot of money for you so we go there. They say well we're gonna keep your dog you have to pay for the quarantine and we need you to schedule an appointment for you can literally walk your dog to his death, as if my grandma has not been enough trauma by getting attacked by the dog, now she has to walk the dog to his death. Where is your empathy? How does that seem right . Is it this your job. we could just shot the dog in the backyard and it would've been for free. Honestly, you want a pet go find someone that's giving away free dogs go get the vaccinations and whatever you need by yourself this place no empathy 80 year-old woman gets attacked by a dog and now she has to pay for that and she has to walk the dog to his own death. Save your money because if you get a bad dog, you don't get a refund. You don't get a discount. You have to probably pay double the amount to go walk the dog to its death. I get how you don't get a refund. I get that whatever show empathy and compassion quit being so heartless and making someone else go through more trauma and walking her dog to his death. That is coldhearted. read more

The shelter was clean and orderly. We found a cat that caught our interest. The pet attendant was friendly and accommodating. She brought a chair for me to better get acquainted with the cat. This is a wonderful facility. read more

so thankful for all these workers who support these animals. Adoption process was easy & I have a bestfriend for life! read more

Nevada Humane Society - Milo (in shelter) , renamed him "señor Noot" - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I don't know what happened to this place; we adopted three of our dogs from the Nevada Humane Society in the past, and the process was streamlined and simple. Recently, we visited them intent on adopting a new fur-baby since my 18-year old dog passed away before Christmas of this year. I personally have visited the facility at least 4 or 5 times now and each dog I've asked about is either "on hold" for someone else, not available because for one reason or something else. When I tried putting a dog on hold when I visited after work, the front desk guy said I couldn't do that. A couple of days after New Years, I left work early so that I can be there right as they opened at 11am but the tech said the dog I was scheduled to meet was uncooperative and none of the techs could leash it. I'm happy for the dogs that get adopted but at the same time, the adoption process is chaotic, the place is a madhouse, and some volunteers can be a bit curt. The kennels aren't maintained, some dogs are locked in with feces or sick and they show visible signs of open sores or some infection on their skins. The most demoralizing part of each visit is if the dogs are unavailable, then please put a sign on their cage doors stating so, that way you don't get someone's hopes up. The adoption process leaves the person (and probably the animal) both physically and emotionally drained; rejection after rejection, going to the Humane Society to adopt a dog has been an excruciating and torturous experience. read more

Nevada Humane Society - Sandwich board by front entrance - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Read an article that the are in need of food, blankets and beds for the sheltered animals.. I am gathering up whatever my two spoiled dogs have. This charity will always have my heart-! read more

Nevada Humane Society - Starting to collect for drop off-minus her... now she decides to sit in the bed! - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

When I first arrived a volunteer was very insightful and helped direct us to the right area for adoptions. While we were there we walked around and checked out all the cats and dogs. The kennels were maintained well and there were volunteers walking around with treats and being attentive to the animals. At the time of adopting our cat the staff was patient and kind during the process. read more

I was a volunteer a few years ago but Covid hit and I had to stay home. I recently signed up again and am so glad I did. They have done a wonderful job of organizing the volunteer community and I am very much looking forward to participating in a number of different activities. I'm still a cat person but I have to tell you I am definitely drawn to the doggies. There are so many there! The staff here is so caring! If you are considering a new pet please visit here. read more

The Reno location never answers the phone. I filled out an application to foster over a month ago and never heard back. I live out of the way and when you get there, if the dog is visiting another person, they won't even tell you anything about it. They also stopped posting on their website if dogs are good with cats, children, other dogs, etc. So you have to visit in person to find this information out. That is a lot of gas spent to just ask a simple question. Also, their information on the website is inaccurate. The other day they listed a puppy as being 125 years old and they frequently mislabel the animals as a different sex than they are. read more

One of the worst experiences I have ever had. I adopted a kitten a couple weeks ago and noticed there was some spots above his eye called for them to check on him to see what is going on. Turns out it was ring worm and was informed multiple cats that left this facility had gotten it. All of my animals now have ring worm and it has cost me hundreds of dollars. I will never adopt from the Nevada humane society again. read more

Facility has changed everything. They no longer answer the phone so no way to check on anything, you must go in and try and find someone to help you. Once you do people are amazing. They have just made the whole adoption process so difficult. It's very sad for the animals that could be adopted. I have been there 6 times in the last 2 days. read more

The woman helping procure the adoption was abrupt borderline rude. We choose a dog & waited an 1hr for a private meeting with the dog. The Dog costed $75 and we were warned that if she ran away or we didn't get her next shots or didn't register her w/in 24 hrs we would be Fined $400!! All we were provided with was a leash that was the size of an Adidas shoe string for a 53 lbs dog going with strangers. Which I had to practically beg for a leash. The dog chewed thru the string "leash" on the way home putting the dog & the new owners in danger. read more

Nevada Humane Society - SHEBA Husky adopted - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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These guys are a JOKE. We found a dog we wanted. Brought our dogs in for a meet. They stuck us in a room while they basically did laps around the room with the dogs. Wouldn't let either dog near each other to see if they could get along. After 20 minutes of this hubs tried to get the dogs together and the staff refused. How do you know they'll get along if you don't let them actually meet? After wasting our time they decided the dogs would be more "roommates" instead of "playmates" and wouldn't let us have the dog. Huh? What does that mean? Staff are barely out of their teens and act like they're dog training experts. I guarantee we've been training dogs longer than they've been alive. Give me a break. What a waste of our time. AGAIN. We like to adopt but we won't be back until the shelter has a new owner. This was RIDICULOUS. read more

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent adoption experience. Significant delays resulted from a misplaced application, compounded by unprofessional and unsympathetic staff. The inconsistencies I encountered differ greatly from a previous positive experience back in 2018. I urge you to investigate these issues and improve both application handling and customer service. The current process is unacceptable. The unprofessional and unsympathetic staff were the front desk people. One girl and a big guy. If it wasn't for the pet insurance people (Lindsey) and another lady , I wouldn't have known I wasn't even in their waiting queue for adopting a kitten. The girl at the front desk acted as if I didn't exist when I said "what happened to my application? She basically ignored me and pointed to the QR code. And there was a kitten that was still available and I asked her, and she says "someone is visiting with her." Mind you I had already been waiting for hours. If I would have known that kitty was still available I would have taken her too. Long story short I waited 4 hours to get my kitten. Thankfully my kitten was still on hold or I would have waited 4 hours and no kitten. Things need to change with this place. Adopting shouldn't be a stressful situation. read more

We adopted a very nice kitty named Leo from Nevada Humane Society and I can tell they really care about their animals from the way they were so patient with taking care of Leo. Leo experienced some stomach problems and we didn't know what to do because he is our first cat. But luckily thanks to the free vet service from humane society they helped us get him straightened out! Everyone is so sweet and caring shouts out to the reception lady with the glasses and ponytail I forgot to catch her name but she was swamped and was still super polite and patient with us. Very sweet woman. read more

Nevada Humane Society - Leo my beloved 3 - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

My neighbor moved out about a yr ago leaving behind 17-20 ferrel cats they are all fixed some of the cats been relying on her their whole life after a out a week I had to step in and help some of them would sit on her porch and cry due to the fact they were so hungry. Well I have Lukemia Cancer Iam on a fixed income life been quite a struggle for me these last couple yrs. I went to Nevada Humane Society they have all the information about this colony of cats so they WERE helping me tell the last 3 months they Just cut me off everytime I come here (I'm sitting in their parking lot now) they say sorry no donations I have spe t all my food stamps on chicken tuna for these cats with the little bit of extra money I have after paying my bills I can get them a little bag of food that lasts about 15 days . I m not eating healthy myself or eating at all I just can't watch these poor animals starve where is the compassion anymore? If I wasn't so sick from this cancer I would do a side job like I use too but I'm JUST TO SICK FROM CHEMO. I'm sorry but you mean to tell me that Nevada Humane Society was just cut off for getting donations? I don't know what to do ? read more

Over the past 18 years, I have adopted 4 dogs and 1 cat, from the Nevada Humane Society. All great pets and healthy. The staff has always been cooperative and very helpful! They take good care of the animals. In December 2020, I was looking for two dogs who needed to go together . I was in luck! Luna the Pit Bull Terrier and Axel the Chihuahua, needed a home but needed to be together! When I filled out the application , I explained my situation. The staff matched us perfectly! These two dogs are the love of my life! read more

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Such a great place for people and animals. Everyone is so nice here and they care for their animals and the people who go there to give donations or to find new family members. They do great work within the community and prioritize the welfare of animals by providing low cost veterinary services like vaccines, spay/neuter and microchips. They are kind & amazing and the best no kill shelter in our area. The best and only no kill shelter in our area that is worth its weight in gold! read more

We were finally able to adapt to our new baby boy named Sun and boy is he a cutie- we originally came in Friday to see him but they said they weren't doing adoptions until Tuesday. Thank goodness we didn't wait and came in today. His brother Moon was literally adopted at the same time so bitter sweet. Definitely loved our second experience with the humane society. To our new son named Sun. The humane society supplied some fungal medication to further his recovery process which he's a 100% fungal free :) the staff here at this location are so knowledgeable and friendly making the process easier then before. Definitely a great experience having this new fur-baby. Though he likes to play when it's our bedtime lol. We couldn't have asked for a better forever friend read more

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TLDR: Stringent adoption policy with no flexibility. Poor communication when needed Full: My partner and I are maternal healthcare workers who work rotating 12 hour shifts (7 am to 7 pm or vise versa) which includes weekends, weekdays, and holidays. We went to the humane society looking to adopt that very day and found a dog who met all the criteria we were looking for. We started the adoption process but were informed that the dog would need to be placed on a hold as he was waiting for his neutering surgery. We were then informed that we would receive a phone call 24 hours after the surgery was completed saying that he was available for adoption and had finished his post operative recovery. We were then informed that when we received this post operative recovery phone call that we would only have 24 hours to come adopt. If we didn't make it within the 24 hours we were informed that the hold on the dog would come off, the money for the hold would be taken as a donation to the society, and the dog would be placed back up for adoption to the general public. This, in of itself, was not a big deal as we are not looking to father more puppies and came in that very day to take a dog home. However, this became an issue very quickly as they had no idea when the dog would be seen for this procedure and as such they couldn't give a surgery date. We were ready that very day to adopt but would be unavailable 2 days later as we would start our work week (12 hours each day) at the hospital. Not having an idea on when the surgery would occur, we had no idea whether we could make it within the 24 hour noticed period or not. So we asked the society about any exceptions that could be made for us since we would, most likely, be working. They informed us that, despite our intent to adopt, they would make no exceptions for us. They gave us a guess on the surgery date which was "most likely Tuesday through Saturday" of the following week. So that left us with two options: 1. Place a hold on the dog and pray that his recovery ends on our last day of work or 2. Leave the dog up for general adoption. So we placed the dog on hold and two days later, right at the start of our work week, we received a phone call informing us that not only was the surgery done, but his recovery was also done and we only had 24 hours to get him. As is apparent, we were both working and had no way of getting to the society for the adoption. We called the society a combined total of 13 times and were only able to get a hold of someone twice out of those 13 phone calls. When we did get someone on the phone we were told that there was nothing they could do for us. They took the money for the hold as a donation and released the dog to the general public for adoption. My recommendation: If you work any time of variable working schedule or in any facet of healthcare, I would look elsewhere to adopt. They are kind people but their adoption policy and procedures only lead to headaches and heartbreak. Addendum: They were unable to make any exceptions for us but had a reduce fee adoption event the day prior where 82 rescues were adopted, one of which had been there for 320 days. Unsure why they couldn't make any exceptions to the adoption policy when this event went so well. read more

Nevada Humane Society - Reduce fee adoption event that occurred a day before our hold expired - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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We went for the 2nd time to drop off another abandoned kitty. The first one we found inside a small carrier just sitting on the side of the road. This next kitten about 5 months old was running around a busy parking lot at the Mega Wash. He was an adorable Cow Cat. Serena at the Lost Pet building assured us that he would be well taken care of and he would be very adoptable. Please please if you find a lost pet or decide that you no longer want the responsibility of your pet do the right thing and take them to the Humane Society on Longley lane. It is a No Kill Shelter and Serena will be Happy to give you a Very Helping Hand. Thanks Again. read more

NHS does a lot of great work helping our homeless pet population. Please adopt instead of shopping for your new furry family member. So many great cat, dog, and small animals are here wanting and needing a furever home. They also do vaccinations, feral cat population assistance, and more. read more

Nevada Humane Society - Adoption counter - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Something is going on at NHS, and it needs to be investigated. Since Jerleen Bryant took over, euthanasia's have increased. They are often without merit, and based on who knows what kind of evaluation from her team of "experts," who of course are going to back her up if they want to keep their jobs. Recently, a dog in Carson City was on the volunteer walk log, was being walked regularly without problems and had been taken out twice, literally the DAY BEFORE IT WAS EUTHANIZED! Not even the staff knows why. She was a noted shy, nervous dog, which is highly to be expected in that chaotic environment. Outside the kennel, she was a different dog. Loving, sweet and happy. So let's put her down because she doesn't "show well?" And, I'm not a disgruntled employee, I was a long-time volunteer with almost 300 hours of volunteering (I quit after that sweet dog was put down). Most other volunteers in Carson have quit as well due to the sad environment there now. Do they care that they have maybe 4 regular volunteers now to get out all the dogs? Nope, they instituted a ridiculous, time-intensive training program which HAS to be completed to keep walking dogs. The volunteers don't want to do it, and I highly doubt many new volunteers will put themselves through that. They're dogs! They just want to get out of the kennel regularly; we aren't signing up to be animal behavioral experts. It's heartbreaking, and I'm making it my mission to let the public know what is going on. And if I was the only one saying these things, sure maybe I could be written off. But a Google search will reveal many similar complaints, as well as a petition on Change. So obviously, something is going on. *Update- I was contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator and told that they'd seen my "online" comments" about the organization and were deactivating my volunteer account. Telling. read more

Gosh, good thing I didn't let any of those negative reviews stop me from saving a dog! I would actually give them the max amount of stars PLUS if I could! Every single one of my interactions from the questioning phone calls prior to going there 1.5 hours away (and I'm so sorry I didn't get their names) , to the cheery greeter Jaylon, to the kind and understanding administrators Mike and Makayla, to the amazing handler David, to Lisa at the clinic next door...the most wonderful interactions and facility. Kind, clean, organized, cheery, animals best interest in mind. This is definitely a well run rescue with people that love their jobs. This is not an easy job folks. Do you think you're doing animals any favors by posting this negativity? Why would you not save an animal because you didn't like the way somebody treated you? Maybe they just had to watch a special animal out down? Maybe they are having a really hard day of no good news for these sweet things? Maybe you could be a little understanding and ask them if they are ok? If you're really into saving animals, one MUST have a boatload of compassion and not just for the animals but for the people of these incredible organizations that make it possible for us to feel good about ourselves, do the right thing and help out our fellow animals. So, as I said I am so glad that I looked past those reviews and continued on my mission to save this senior doggy. And I'm so happy to know that the animals that find themselves at Nevada Humane Society have the best shot at life. Thank you every single one of you that I mentioned as well as all the others that put their heart and soul into this noble and hard life's work. I appreciate all of you and am going to add you to my prayer list. Keep up the good work and know that you are so appreciated. This is Drea, estimated to be 13 with stage 2 renal failure. Does this scare me? Eh, a little when I heard the news but then I started thinking you could have a young dog that gets sick and dies and isn't that the point here? Best life now? She clearly has strength to be neglected and make it this long. I fell in love with her in an instant and asked the handler for a blanket as I had all day and was going to wait for her to accept me then take her to her forever home. She has an instant dog pack of two other small senior lady rescues who accepted her right away, she has a new mom that is a certified dog massage therapist(ME) and there is no place in my home dogs aren't allowed, snuggly king size bed with lots of blankies, quiet one level house with no kids, a great fenced in yard, and my other dogs love kayaking Lake Tahoe early morning glassy waters so I already got her a pfd and we are going to at least DOUBLE her life expectancy from 6 months to a year to 1-2 years! If you can throw out a little prayer for her, I would be most grateful. read more

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I had a doggy date with Naomi on Friday 3/24 and I fell in love with her. Kate, who is an amazing woman and certified dog lover runs this program. She chooses the dog you date by asking you what your plans are for the day. Some dogs like to hike and some just want to chill. Naomi has a few issues, allergies and some alopecia which causes her to loose patches of hair. So what? This dog was so gentle and jumped right up in the backseat of my car. We went for a walk, even though she is upwards of 60 lbs. she was very well behaved. She walked with me, not always beside me, but she seemed to just want to be with me and she laid beside me on the couch and napped peacefully. I'm in Houston for a couple of weeks with my 96 year old mama who broke her femur. I was needing some comfort and Naomi was the perfect companion. I want her to be adopted but if she isn't when I get home from Houston I want another date with her. What a wonderful program for the dogs. If you love dogs this is for you! read more

Nevada Humane Society - Naomi and me. - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Love the Nevada Humane Society! That's where I adopted my beloved senior chihuahua Jack over a year ago. This year for Halloween they're having a safe trunk or treating event and we donated some candy today. You need to just drop off as visiting is by appointment only for safety measures. Love the people who work here! read more

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Ugh the plight. This is one of those places that I wish did not have to exist but I am glad it does. There are sooooo many sweet dogs and cats ready to go home for the holidays. Like many people in Reno we have obtained almost all of our pets here. We have never been disappointed with the health or disposition of any of them. The staff can seem a little judgmental and snotty, most mean well but can detract from a joyous occasion. The volunteers make this a great place. They spend time with each if the animals and can direct you towards a pet with the right disposition and energy for you. Even if you don't have room in your home for a new pet, you can always go by and spend some time petting and loving up the ones that are there. We had a great time doing just that. read more

Nevada Humane Society - So nice! - Animal Shelters Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I've adopt three cats from this rescue and I love each one of them. I appreciate that they help animals that are typically ignored or killed in other shelters. I love that they are a no kill shelter. If I still lived in Reno I would certainly continue adopting from them. Thank you for my babies! read more

My family and I have been adopting from NHS for 10+ years now. The staff has ALWAYS been super helpful and friendly. It is very obvious they love and care for all their animals very well and I recommend them over anyone! All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before leaving which I LOVE because I'm a huge advocate for no backyard breeders and controlling the cat population. They also have so many helpful programs like The Lonely Hearts Club and they even give free dog/cat food for personal pets! Pictures of my babies I adopted from them in the passed years. Annie from 2015, Augustus (formerly Tot) from 2022, Hope (formerly Idaho) from 2022, and Sapphire (formerly Parfait) from 2022. There are more that are now deceased and some are family pets. I love them dearly and will always adopt from NHS. read more

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Going to start this off by saying I wish I could give this place five stars. I love the mission behind the Humane Society. I adopted a bonded pair of cats recently in January, so they have only been with me about a month and a half. Honestly , wonderful cats, and I love them both. Went to go get their follow-up vaccinations yesterday. The vet told me that one of my cats has severe gingivitis and will likely need all of his teeth removed. When adopted, the shelter told me he had a broken tooth, but it "wasn't bothering him" because he was still eating. Animals will ALWAYS find a way to eat. I now have a cat who is going to cost potentially thousands of dollars, and the Humane Society said he was perfectly fine. The Humane Society is not up front about their cats health problems. If you are going to adopt from them, be EXTREMELY CAREFUL and ask multiple questions. read more

Amazing experience adopting our cat!! we named her Molly everyone at the facility was super nice

My boyfriend and I have made a habit out of visiting the Nevada Humane Society when I am visiting him in Reno. We're both animal lovers and sometimes we need our animal fix. Sadly we never stop by with the intentions of adopting since that's not something we can do right now, but we do like spending time with the animals here when we can. In my experience this humane society seems clean and the animals here seem to be well taken care of. People always cleaning up litter boxes and making sure everyone has their food and fresh water. I've never seen something that looked like it hasn't been cleaned in days or anything like that. We especially love the open cat rooms because you can go in there and easily love on everyone and they have lots of toys lying around too if you find a cat that would like to play. Lots of dogs to see too, as well as some small animals (I've seen rabbits and rats and they seem well taken care of too). I feel like I fall in love with so many animals every time I visit and if I lived closer or ever happen to move closer, I will definitely be keeping the Nevada Humane Society in mind when looking to take in more animals. Until then, I will just keep visiting when I'm in the area :) read more

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Super friendly staff, very helpful, gave great info on the animal we went to look for, and the one that fit our match.