Butte Humane Society in Chico has served Butte County since 1911, making it one of the oldest animal welfare organizations in Northern California. Its mission, "saving lives, finding homes, inspiring compassion," reflects a commitment to humane care for dogs, cats, and other animals. This no-kill shelter uses a personalized matching philosophy rather than a rigid application: staff take time to understand each adopter's lifestyle and living situation, then match them with animals whose personality profiles align with their needs. Every adoption includes medical care valued at over $500, including up-to-date vaccinations, deworming, flea and heartworm prevention, spay/neuter surgery, microchipping, and a free post-adoption veterinary exam. Adopters also receive a 30-day pet insurance offer covering new injuries and illnesses.
Adoption includes over $500 in included medical services; exact fee varies by species and age
A personalized consultation with staff to understand your lifestyle and preferences; animals are matched based on personality profiles rather than a pass/fail application.
Schedule an appointment or visit during daily walk-in hours (12pm-4pm). Staff talk with you about your needs, then cross-reference with animal personality profiles to make a match.
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Each adoption includes over $500 in services: full medical care (vaccinations, deworming, flea and heartworm prevention, spay/neuter, microchip), a free post-adoption vet exam, and a 30-day pet insurance offer.
Butte Humane Society uses a personalized consultation approach rather than a pass/fail application. Staff learn about your lifestyle and match you with an animal whose personality fits your home.
Since 1911, making it one of the oldest animal welfare organizations in Northern California.
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