Honoring Vets – Helping Pets
Supporting Our Veterans Through Companionship
The Humane Society of St. Joseph County is proud to launch Honoring Vets – Helping Pets, an ongoing program dedicated to connecting local veterans with loving, adoptable animals at no cost—on Veterans Day and every day.
This initiative honors the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes by offering the emotional support, companionship, and purpose that come from caring for a pet, without the financial barriers that can sometimes stand in the way of adoption.
What the Program Provides
Qualifying veterans and active duty service members will receive:
- Waived adoption fees*
- Adopted pet will have their initial vaccinations, be spayed or neutered, microchipped, and receive preventative care.
- Ongoing assistance and support to ensure long-term success
Veterans must provide a Military ID, Veteran ID Card, or other verified proof of service to qualify.
Why It Matters
Countless studies show that companion animals can help reduce anxiety, ease symptoms of PTSD, and foster a sense of connection and routine. By pairing veterans and active service members with shelter pets in need of homes, we’re building bonds that transform two lives at once.
How You Can Help
Community support makes this program possible.
Individuals, families, and businesses can sustain Honoring Vets – Helping Pets by making a tax-deductible donation.
Your gift helps fund:
- Medical care and vaccinations
- Training and enrichment programs
- Food and essential supplies
- Long-term support services for veterans and their pets
Together, we can honor our heroes, give shelter pets a second chance, and build a stronger, more compassionate community.
