Champaign County Humane Society

Puddin is Home!

The "King of Cuddletown" is finally able to pass the crown to a successor... After 238 days in the shelter, Puddin has gone home!

We wish the best to Puddin and his new family. Sending lots of love!

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It's almost time...

Save the date for Sunday, May 3, 2026 for our favorite dog's day in the park: Mutt Strut!

Not only will we be having fun and playing games with lots of dogs, we'll be celebrating this year's Mutt Strut champions! Learn more about the event and contest, here.

If you're a local business who wants to support the event and network with dog owners, reach out!

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Make a Difference

If your "helping hands" are looking for a way to impact your community, consider volunteering with the pets at CCHS.

Volunteers are vital, because cats, dogs, and critters at the shelter need our help (and look forward to playing with us!) 365 days a year

Join our next online volunteer orientation on April 2, 2026 at 4 PM to learn more about ways you can improve the lives of pets.

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A brindled dog named Donkey, wearing a party hat and bow tie. Donkey has been adopted.

Calling all Party Animals

Did you know? CCHS offers birthday parties here at the shelter!

Consider inviting one of our pets to your child's next party, for a fun and educational experience for all.

Read about parties here and reach out to our event coordinator with any questions about booking or touring the shelter's party classroom!

Caring for the Animals of Champaign County

Champaign County Humane Society is a full-service animal shelter, providing companion animals with essential medical care in a healthy environment to prepare them for adoption into new loving homes. We also provide humane education and a variety of programs to support and promote responsible pet ownership and prevent abandonment, cruelty and neglect. Since we opened our first shelter in 1954, we've helped thousands of animals find loving homes! Join us in making a lasting impact.

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 2-7 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Noon - 5 PM
CLOSED: Tuesdays, and major holidays (see the CCHS calendar for closed dates)