Our Vision

A community, in which all animals are safe, supported and valued.

Our Mission

The Northumberland Humane Society is a charitable community partner dedicated to improving the lives of animals.

Our Values

Accessibility, Compassion, Connection, Integrity, Professionalism


The Northumberland Humane Society is a Low-Kill Shelter

 

The Northumberland Humane Society is a Low-Kill Shelter There is a fundamental misunderstanding about euthanasia at low-kill shelters such as ours. Our prime motivation is the humane treatment of animals and the safety of our staff, volunteers and the public. Euthanasia is never a result of the length of time that an animal has remained at our shelter nor do we euthanize animals because our shelter is full.

Euthanasia is always the very last resort and is never considered unless:

          • The animal is very aggressive and/or has severely attacked a person or other animal and this poses a risk to staff, volunteers or the public
          • The animal has been identified as dangerous and assessed by a behavioural specialist and deemed that is cannot be rehabilitated, or
          • A licensed veterinarian has confirmed that the animal has an untreatable illness and its quality of life is significantly diminished.                

If you have any further questions about our policy, please do not hesitate to contact our Director of Operations, Max Chipman –  directoroperations@northumberlandhs.com, 905-252-2236, Ext. 22

Our Team

 

The NHS team is comprised of a dedicated group committed to the protection and comfort to all animals in need.

 

Director of Operations – Max Chipman

Community Outreach Specialist – Krystyne Gillespie 

Shelter Manager – Wendy Riley

Shelter Administrator – Amanda Henry

 Veterinary Technician – Kim Fabiano

Animal Care Attendants:

Lily Hargreaves,

Kristen Bremner, 

Ashley Emery,

Erin Manning,

Kirby Lee,

Casey Boulerice

Animal Control Officers:

Chelsea Gibson

Samantha Sheppard

 

All inquiries can be sent to info@northumberlandhs.com

 

 

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Our Partners

As the NHS receives no financial support from any level of government, we are very grateful for the generous support received from our community partners.

Our Board Of Directors

Chair

Susan Edwards

Secretary

Lauren Maclean

Treasurer

David Dexter 

Vice Chair

Denise O’Brien

Director

Marilyn Lotton

Director

Alexander Rookes

Director

Douglas Smith

Past Chair

Jason Schmidt

Director

Tina Hartwick

Director

Terry Davidson

Director

Sarah Audley

To contact a member of the NHS Board of Directors, please email board@northumberlandhs.com

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