Burlington Humane Society
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: BTN0097 | Last Full Update: 06 Jan 2022 |
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| Public Comments | In addition to the animal shelter operated by Burlington Humane Society, there is another operated by City of Burlington, Animal Control * for additional help in finding lost pets, Hamilton/Burlington SPCA recommends local lost and found pets website Helping Lost Pets |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 905-637-7325 |
| Fax | 905-637-7391 |
| info@burlingtonhumane.ca | |
| Website | https://burlingtonhumane.ca/ |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/burlingtonhumane Instagram: instagram.com/burlingtonhumane PodCast: burlingtonhumane.ca/burlington-humane-podcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/BurlHumane YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbkKJKahni0owm2QxAXH-g |
| Primary Contact | Doug Shirton, Executive Director; Email: doug@burlingtonhumane.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Danielle Robinson, Animal Care Supervisor; Email: acsupervisor@burlingtonhumane.ca |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Shahana Zaib, Event Planner & Volunteer Coordinator; Email: volunteer@burlingtonhumane.ca |
| Contact Form | burlingtonhumane.ca/contact/ |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | Finds homes for animals that are stray or abandoned |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1974 |
| Primary Executive | April Mraud, President; Email: president@burlingtonhumane.ca |
| Alternate Executive | Jolene Regan, Vice President; Email: jolene@burlingtonhumane.ca |
| Funding | Fundraising ; Donations - (Registered charity) ; Fees ; Sponsorships, Memberships |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Not an affiliate of OSPCA or Hamilton/Burlington SPCA Before adoption, all pets: * have full medical attention * are microchipped * are spayed or neutered Services include: * pet visits to local nursing homes, retirement homes, group homes * education program visits to schools and youth groups * private dog park, for more information see here Two thrift shops sell gently used glass, china, clothing, books, etc.: * The Loft, 740 Griffith Court: Mon-Sat 10 am-4 pm * The Attic, 479 John St: Mon-Sat 10 am-4 pm * see website for items not accepted |
| Hours | Tue-Sat 10 am-5 pm * call ahead Adoption Centre: by appointment only once approved to adopt |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 15 year(s) and up Minimum age for volunteers is 15 for feed and clean opportunities and volunteering at fundraising events Minimum age is 18 for dog walking, reception and other areas |
| Application | Application and interview required for adoption Volunteer and membership applications available on website |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership - annual fee ; Service - adoption |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Walkers Line and Fairview St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Community Programs ; Sports / Recreation |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Animal Services ; Donation Drop-off/Pick-up ; Parks, Trails & Gardens |
| Service Categories | Donation Drop Off Points ; Pet Assisted Therapy ; Protective Services for Animals ; Public Parks ~ Animal/Pet Issues ; Thrift Shops |