May 2017 | Volunteer of the Month : Jayce Hicks
I’d like to introduce our volunteer of the month, the one, the only, Jayce Hicks. This sweet, caring, affectionate, dependable, beautiful girl is at the shelter weekly with her dear friend, Di, which we nicknamed them the “dynamic duo” because there is no task that they can’t handle. Jayce always has a smile on her […]
February 2017 | Volunteer of the Month : George Wilson
Say hello to George Wilson, our February volunteer of the month. George became involved at the shelter after his retirement…now he’s busier than ever !!! He… is a devoted dog walker and always helps out at the off site events ! He’s a staff favorite and everyone’s Valentine!!!! 🙂. We are so lucky to have […]
January 2017 | Volunteer of the Month : Cherry Lee
Meet our Volunteer of the Month for January 2017, Cherry Lee. Ever see a beautiful picture of one of our shelter animals? That’s the work of this incredibly …talented photographer who works behind the scenes capturing the perfect shots and helping us show to the public how beautiful our animals are. Who knows how many […]
December 2016 | Volunteer of the Month : J.C. Hicks
Say hello to our December volunteer of the month, J. C. Hicks ! We’re all used to seeing JC around, if there’s a fund raiser, she’s there. If there’s a clean up job, she’s there. She steps up for every need and just asks …what needs to be done? She’s invaluable to our shelter and we’re […]
November 2016 | Volunteer of the Month : Sydnee Kirkpatrick
Say hello to Sydney Kirkpatrick, our November volunteer of the month. Sydney is one of our junior volunteers. She’s been coming to the shelter with her mother…, board member Kristi, for a long time! She’s great with the pups and the big dogs too ! She often helps at off-site adoptions, tag days and wherever […]
October 2016 | Volunteer of the Month : Debbie “GiGi” Northcraft
Meet our October volunteer of the month, Debbie Northcraft. Debbie is one of our best. She’s a long time, faithful & dependable volunteer. If there’s a need, you can always count on her doing her very best to be there for the animals. She’s a dog walker, cat cleaner, transporter, off-site adoption participant, Walmart tagger…..and […]
September 2016 | Volunteer of the Month : Chris Fisher Cox
Meet our September volunteer of the month, Chris Fisher Cox. Chris has been with us through thick & thin ! She’s a dog walker, rescue transporter, foster parent, fundraising tagger, lost dog tracker…..and the list goes on. Through struggles of her own…she never lets the animals down. We’re proud to have her as part of […]
Easy to Build Shelter for Outdoor Cats
Here is an option for those of you that have a big heart but not a lot of time or money to invest in creating a warm shelter for an outdoor, stray, or feral cat. Learn more about how to care for outdoor cats during the cold, Winter months by reading a very informative article […]
There’s No Place Like Home | Tips for Lost Pet Owners
Having your pet stray away from home can be a very stressful experience. It’s easy to not think rationally and consider some simple steps you can take to attempt to become reunited again. Hopefully, we can help by providing the tips listed below… 1.) Don’t waste time “beating yourself up”. Your pet straying away from […]
Top 5 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet, How It Works, and the Importance of Proper Pet Identification
Top 5 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet: • It’s the only true – permanent method of pet identification • Lasts for the lifetime of your pet • Pets experience a quick and painless procedure, just like a vaccination • You have the best chance of your pet returning to you should they go missing • […]

Jefferson County Humane Society

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200 Airpark Drive
Wintersville, Ohio 43953
1-740-314-5583

JCHS celebrates 100 years!
The Jefferson County Humane Society (also known as JCHS) was first incorporated in 1916.
Current members of the organization are very proud to continue being a voice for the animals in Jefferson County, Ohio – 100 years later!

We are leaders in animal welfare…
JCHS has always fostered an atmosphere of love, compassion and respect for animals.
The responsibility of eliminating any pain, fear and suffering in all animals is something JCHS takes very seriously – offering lifesaving programs such as :
JCHS Humane Operations
Management of Jefferson County Animal Shelter
Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals
Low Cost Preventive Veterinary Care Services for Public Pets

Professional. Compassionate. Strong. Supportive.
The Jefferson County Humane Society is committed to providing the animals and people of Jefferson County, Ohio with top-notch staff members, educational & voluntary programs, and a focused Board of Directors.

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