About Us
Contact Information
White River Humane Society's mission is to care for the lost and homeless animals of Lawrence County, while providing education and services to the public that will lead to reducing the number of unwanted animals born in our community.
While WRHS operates 365 days a year. We are open to the public during specific times each week to allow our staff time to clean and care for the animals.
Monday - Noon-6pm
Tuesday - Noon-6pm
Wednesday - Closed
Thursday - By Appointment ONLY
Friday - Noon-6pm
Saturday Noon-4pm
Sunday - Closed
Phone: (812) 279-2457
Fax: (812) 279-4661
Address:
3511 Pumphouse Road
P.O. Box 792
Bedford, IN 47421
General Email
whiteriverhumanesociety@gmail.com
Management Email
wrhsmgt@gmail.com
Due to insurance policies:
- Every person who visits WRHS must sign in first sign in at the office
- Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- We also ask that there be no more than two children to each adult in your party.
- WRHS does not allow visitors outside of the hours above unless by appointment only, and no trespassing orders are in place.
These policies not only protect your family, but it also protects the animals and our operation. Thank you for understanding and cooperation.
Just a reminder
Just a friendly reminder...White River Humane Society does not pick up dogs or cats. Pets are brought to the shelter by city and county animal control and the public. When they arrive at WRHS they are given an initial vaccination (not rabies), scanned for a microchip, posted on our Facebook page as a courtesy post and are held for their stray hold based on local ordinances for owners to reclaim their pet.
If not claimed, dogs are tested for heartworm disease and cats are tested for feline diseases. Pets are then posted on our website and Facebook as eligible for adoption to the public. Accidents happen. If you lose your pet, check with the shelter and keep checking. WRHS will make every effort possible to reunite responsible owners with their pets. Please spay and neuter your pets. WRHS often has vouchers to help offset the cost by applying for grant funding to spay and neuter pets. Please microchip your pets. With proof of ownership, WRHS also has low cost microchipping for the public with no registration fees or annual fees.