CHHS SHELTER HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm

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What's Happening at CHHS?

We have some exciting things going on for animal lovers of all ages.

Check out the latest news and happenings below!

Inaugural Paws & Boots Comes to the Plateau!

Join us on Friday, August 21, for an unforgettable evening of boots, bites, and big-hearted giving, all in support of the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society and the animals who need us most.

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CHHS to Open New Veterinary Clinic in 2028

The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society (CHHS) has announced plans to build and open a new veterinary clinic that will serve publicly-owned pets as well as shelter animals.

Get PAWsitive!

Twice a year we march all our news down to the printer and get our newsletter printed up on good old fashioned paper. Our latest issue contains exciting news about our latest rescues, forever homes, events, and much much more.

To download the full issue, just click the button below. Happy reading!

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Thank You to Our Valued Partners

Community Outreach

Bringing People & Pets Together

CHHS brings people and pets together by reaching out to local schoolchildren with Humane Education programs teaching responsible pet ownership and the importance of spay/neuter, and brightening the days and lifting the spirits of elderly citizens in our community with Pet Therapy and visitation. Our programs are available at your location or at our shelter. For more information, please call (828)743-5752 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Our Mission & Funding

Compassionate Care for Animals

For more than a quarter-century, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society has rescued, provided compassionate care, and found forever homes for thousands of abandoned and neglected animals. Established in 1987, CHHS is a private 501(c)(3)(Federal Tax ID: 58-1798769) not-for-profit animal welfare no-kill shelter. We receive no federal, state, or county tax dollars, and no funding from any national animal organization.