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Animal shelter serving Lee County, Alabama, providing temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted and owner-relinquished cats and dogs. Now operating as CARE Humane Society at the same Ware Drive location.

Adoption fee From $15
Hours Open 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm; call (334) 821-3222 to confirm which days are currently open.
Areas served Lee County
Adopting

Fees, requirements & process

From $15

$15 to $125 depending on the animal and program (for example, $15 for the Lonely Hearts Club senior/special-needs cats); includes spay/neuter, microchip, deworming, and a physical exam, plus FVRCP vaccination for cats.

How it works

Contact Lee County Humane Society at (334) 821-3222 to ask which cats are currently available and how to arrange a visit.

Location

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The area

Lee County at a glance

Population 181,134
Housing units 79,619
Est. households with a cat 22,289

Estimated by applying the AVMA's 2024 national cat-ownership rate (32.1% of households) to the county's real household count from the Census Bureau — a national rate applied locally, not a local survey. Population and housing figures are from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lee County Humane Society the same as CARE Humane Society?

Yes. They are the same shelter at 1140 Ware Drive in Auburn. The organization now operates under the CARE Humane Society name, but is still widely known by its Lee County Humane Society name.

What animals do you take in?

The shelter provides temporary housing and care for stray, unwanted and owner-relinquished cats and dogs from Lee County.

How do I find out about hours and adoption fees?

Call (334) 821-3222 or check the CARE Humane Society website for current hours, available cats and adoption pricing.

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Surrendering a cat

The shelter accepts owner-relinquished cats and dogs from Lee County. Call (334) 821-3222 first.

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