Adopt
Dogs
Cats
Critters
Horses
Adopt a shelter pet and give an animal a second chance! The Nebraska Humane Society is an open-entry shelter welcoming dogs, cats, small critters, horses and even barnyard buddies on a daily basis. You can browse available animals on our website or visit most of them in person at our campus at 90th and Fort streets.
Benefits of Adopting through NHS
All dogs have the following services:
- Parvo/Distemper/Kennel Cough vaccinations on intake
- Puppies get appropriate boosters
- Flea and tick preventative
- Spay/neuter
- Microchip
All cats have the following services:
- FVRCP Vaccinations on intake
- Kittens get appropriate boosters
- Rabies Vaccination for cats 6 months and older
- Flea and tick preventative
- Spay/neuter
- Microchip
We also work to make the animals as comfortable as possible by bathing and grooming and offering needed medical treatments.
Please note that not all health issues are readily apparent. We appreciate your understanding that you are partnering with us to help fully rehabilitate and offer these deserving animals a second chance.
We Proudly Serve
Current Adoption Wait Times
Check out our current adoption line below. Wait times can vary depending on how many adoption counselors are available and the type of adoptions happening.
NHS is open for adoptions from noon-6 on weekdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekends.
Adoption Process
Interested in adopting? Fantastic!
We are so excited to help you find the perfect match!
You are more than welcome to stop by the shelter any time during adoption hours to see the animals. Expect to take home your pet on the same day.
Location: 8929 Fort Street in Omaha, Nebraska
Adoption Hours:
Monday-Friday: Noon to 6 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.