Earlier this summer, we invited our community to Walk With Us and help support the dogs and cats who depend on LCHS, Inc. You responded with incredible generosity. Every donation— whether it came from a longtime supporter, a first-time donor or someone who simply saw a need and decided to help—made a difference. We are deeply grateful to everyone who gave, shared our message and continues to stand behind this work of the heart. The dogs and cats and the joy they bring are our

Not every second chance comes with years ahead. Sometimes it means making sure the time an animal has left is filled with comfort, care and love. Some visitors walk into our shelter looking for a kitten. Others come looking for the cats who are too often passed by— the seniors, who may have less time to share but no less love to give. Ari is one of those people. That’s how she met Ernie, a beloved, fluffy 15-year-old cat who spent the end of his life being snuggled and pamper

Ryan was looking for a mouse catcher after moving into a farmhouse just outside of Leavenworth. What he found was a best friend who enjoys snuggling, making biscuits and keeping watch over the homestead from his big kitchen window. Meet Sylvie. She's a bright-eyed, 7-year-old tabby cat whose persnickety attitude earned her quite the reputation at Leavenworth County Humane Society. She was surrendered to us when her owner entered long-term-care. Her struggle to acclimate quick

When Zelda escaped from a home overrun with neglected animals, she couldn't have known it would save her life—and the lives of dozens of other frightened dogs living in squalor. The 2-year-old poodle was near death when a passerby found her wandering down a rural road in 2024. She was brought to Leavenworth County Humane Society where our team quickly realized she needed emergency care. Severely anemic, matted and emaciated, Zelda was rushed to BluePearl Pet Hospital. "She wa

For years, this community has stood beside us – supporting our mission with compassion, generosity and hope. As we continue building a more sustainable foundation for the animals in our care, we’re asking you to walk with us into the future. Thanks to all of you, 2026 is off to a strong start. So far, we've celebrated a record number of adoptions and revamped our volunteer program. We’re launching a community pet food pantry to assist families in need. Local companies will so