(March 17, 2020) — In response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Central Ohio, Columbus Humane changed the adoption process to keep people healthier and make animals more accessible to the community. We will be open to the public by appointment only for adoptions and we are not accepting visitors, only those intending to adopt. All adoption fees are 50 percent off this week.

(January 17, 2020) — Columbus Humane is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the suspected poisoning of a dog in North Linden.

With our annual Defend Your Friend 5K coming up on October 12, our sponsor and friends at VCA Animal Hospitals offered up some great tips for running with your best furry friend.

Columbus Humane’s Cruelty Investigations Department (CID) is responsible for investigating cases of animal cruelty, neglect and abandonment in Franklin County. Under the Ohio Revised Code, Chapter 1717.06, commissioned Humane Agents enforce all local and state laws pertaining to the care and treatment of animals.  This is in response to reports from members of the public, partner agencies including other law enforcement agencies, health departments, code enforcement and social service agencies.

Puppies need to learn so many things! Here are some of the first things you need to teach your pup to keep him safe and happy.

Registered Veterinary Technician Stephany Harris explains what it’s like to work with the wonderful people and animals at Columbus Humane.

Rabbits make great pets! Check out these fun facts you might not know about these fully herbivores!

When Ken Howard first met Ollie at Columbus Humane, he was skeptical that Ollie had what it took to be a seizure alert dog. Then Ollie amazed everyone.