Services

offered at Cherryland Humane Society

At CHS, we are dedicated to connecting animals in need with loving families through our adoption services. Our limited animal intake ensures that each animal receives the care and attention they deserve. Whether you are looking to adopt a furry friend or support our mission, we’re here to make a difference in the lives of animals and the community.

We are currently unable to accept owner surrender dog requests, our kennels are full. Please check out our Resources for the Community for rehoming resources.

Adoption

At Cherryland Humane Society, we excel at playing matchmaker! Our top-notch service of pet adoption is more than bringing together furry friends and loving owners. It's about creating lifelong bonds, endless tail wags, and purrfect companionship. By facilitating adoptions, we not only find homes for precious pets but also promote responsible pet ownership. With every successful adoption, we take a step closer to reducing shelter populations and making this world a better place for our beloved four-legged friends.

Surrender

  • Cherryland Humane Society only accepts pets from Grand Traverse and Leelanau County. If you are from an alternate county, please reach out to your local Animal Control, rescues, shelters, etc.

  • We require our Animal Surrender Application to be filled out and submitted to our Intake Manager at tbarbera@cherrylandhumane.org.

  • By filling out and submitting the Animal Surrender Application, this DOES NOT guarantee Cherryland Humane Society (CHS) will be able to take in your pet(s). CHS is a no kill limited intake shelter, we are able to take in pets when space is available.

  • Please be respectful of our intake process as we receive multiple animal surrender inquires a day.

  • Please allow staff up to 48 hours to process your application.

  • Once staff processes your request, we will be in contact with next steps and the additional paperwork necessary for intake.

  • All animal surrenders are scheduled by appointment only and require a $50 surrender fee.

Stray cats

Cherryland Humane Society accepts stray cats pending available space. Please submit an intake application to our intake manager, tbarbera@cherrylandhumane.org