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WE BELIEVE

Our approach to advancing animal welfare is based on the belief that innovation should be constant. And that moving forward with thought-leading programs that enrich, fulfill and, yes, save lives is more than a goal. It’s a given.

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it’s what happens when you raise expectations

 

When you provide resources that open doors, offer help, share knowledge and invite involvement, you are raising the bar. For pets. For people. For the entire community. When that happens, everyone thrives.

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CRUELTY INVESTIGATIONS

As the law enforcement agency responsible for investigating animal cruelty in Franklin County, we are the first line of defense between animals and those who mistreat them.
 
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W E L C O M E

There’s 140 years of expertise reflected in our newly renovated space. Stimulating environments that reduce stress on animals. A state-of-the-art hospital that enables a higher level of care. And inviting surroundings for everyone who walks through our doors. You’re welcome to visit and spend some time with the animal in our care. They would love to see you.

 

I M P A C T

8,000+

ANIMALS
CARED FOR

250

AVERAGE ANIMALS
IN CARE EACH DAY

49

SPECIES
SERVED

35,000+

HOURS OF SERVICE GIVEN
ANNUALLY BY VOLUNTEERS

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View fullsize From Mochi, Coco, Winton, Mars, Chicken Nugget, Bart, Anthony, and Poppy - THANK YOU!!!!!! Thank you all for your incredible support this Giving Tuesday. So many people showed up for our animals and helped us raise vital funds for Central Ohio anima
View fullsize Hi friends, its Giving Tuesday! As a local, private 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization with law enforcement responsibilities, we rely heavily on your support to provide the highest quality of care. Any level of gift will help animals and people i
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View fullsize Congratulations to the 53 animals who found new homes last week! Three cheers to: Stereo, Radio, Walkie Talkie, Niño (parakeets), Parker, Wiggles, Waffles, Wuzzle, Whiskerini, Butterscotch, Bitty, Berkley, Sammie, Esmerelda, Lewie, Sheldon,
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Columbus Humane is not only an adoption and medical resource, but it serves as the law enforcement and cruelty investigation entity for the community.

Dan Sharpe, Vice President for Community Research
and Grants Management at The Columbus Foundation

 
 
 
 

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ADOPTION CENTER (NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED)
Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00p-6:00p

Sunday & Monday: Closed

ANIMAL SUPPORT CENTER (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY)

Please leave a voicemail at (614) 777 - 7387 for an appointment.

Tuesday - Saturday: 12:00p-6:00p

Sunday & Monday: Closed

The entrance to the Animal Support Center is located at the east side of the building. Follow the sidewalk to the right of the main entrance.

GENERAL CONTACT
Voicemail-Based (614) 777 - 7387
Fax (614) 777 - 8449
questions@columbushumane.org
3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct, Hilliard, OH 43026

Columbus Humane is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity

EIN: 31-4379492

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