"The Adoptable Dog"
The State Dog of Georgia
Who we are
The Humane Society of Statesboro and Bulloch County, Inc., (HSSBC) is a volunteer-based, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that has been saving animals in the community since the 1980s. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. The HSSBC does not receive any funding from local government agencies nor national societies. Adoptable pets are kept in foster homes with some of our adoptable cats temporarily housed at the local Petco. Humane Society meetings are open to everyone. Scheduling of a meeting is posted on our website in advance.
our Mission
The Humane Society of Statesboro and Bulloch County's mission is to end the pet overpopulation in our community through adoption, spay andneuter, and education. Our ultimate goal is to make Bulloch County a "no-kill" community. Our philosophy is that companion animals improve the physical and psychological lives of their humans and that each pet deserves a loving home with adequate food, water, shelter, preventative and veterinary care, and companionship.
our activities
Saving "last chance" pets. The HSSBC focuses on removing adoptable "last chance" pets from the Bulloch County Animal Shelter before their time runs out. These animals are placed in our foster homes where they are socialized within a loving and caring environment, spayed or neutered, fully vetted with vaccinations and microchips, and treated with flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. Check out fostering to help in this effort and give a pet a second chance.
Rehoming community pets. The HSSBC takes in pets from owners who may have to surrender their pets due to financial difficulty, relocating, health reasons or other situations. Because both our foster space and funding is limited, it is important to contact us well in advance of your deadline and to consider donating whatever you can to help us offset the costs of taking in your pet. We spay or neuter and fully vet all our foster animals before they are adopted out.
Transporting to other no-kill facilities. We assist with the transport of healthy kittens and puppies to areas where they will be fully vetted, spayed/neutered, and have a much greater chance for adoption. We require that the parent pets of these litters--if on your premises--be spayed or neutered to prevent future litters. If spaying or neutering that pet is a financial issue, we may be able to assist. Please contact us (912-681-9393) to discuss the details.
Spaying and neutering community pets. The HSSBC Spay/Neuter Program assists county residents that cannot afford to spay or neuter their pets. Please join us in preventing future homeless pets and sterilize your pet before a first "accidental litter." Check out "Where to Spay and Neuter" for local low-cost clinics open to everyone and the HSSBC's "The $20 Fix" Program for low-income Bulloch County households.
Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) of free-roaming community cats. The HSSBC’s Community Cat Program is the key component for making Bulloch County a no-kill community. We assist residents and businesses with traps, spaying/neutering, and vaccinating outdoor cats. This program eliminates the high rate of cat euthanasia at the county shelter, prevents future litters and suffering, and saves county taxpayers’ money. See more on this program here.
Standing against dog fighting and abuse. Animal abuse and neglect should be reported immediately to Bulloch County Animal Control (912-489-6911). Dog fighting is illegal and a felony in Georgia and throughout the U.S. For a dog fight in progress, dial 911. Information about suspicious activities can be made 24/7 to the Humane Society of the United States: 1-877-TIP-HSUS or 1-877-847-4787. All tips are confidential. Not satisfied with the outcome? Call us (912-681-9393) and we will help pursue further assistance.
Standing against puppy mills. Beware of local breeders selling online, in pet stores, and through classified ads that offer multiple dog breeds. A puppy mill breeder will deny her/his activities and show you only what s/he wants you to see, including falsified pedigree papers. You will not be allowed to see the behind-the-scenes horrendous conditions these animals endure for profit. When buying from these breeders, you are contributing to the conditions and overbreeding of your puppy's mother or father (a dog just like yours).
