Benton-Franklin Humane Society, established in 1966, is a private, non-profit adoption center located in Kennewick, WA. We are a no-kill shelter that receives no government funding. BFHS advocates for the humane treatment of animals through adoption counseling, educational outreach and community services. We promote exceptional pet ownership and work tirelessly to place our animals into loving, forever homes. Compassion and respect guide our actions as we strive to create a model humane community.
1. View available pets - Visit the animals in person at our shelter, or view available dogs and cats on our website. Updated animal data is sent to the website every 15 minutes. Be sure to refresh the adoption pages in your browser for the latest information. 2. Meet the animals and an Adoption Counselor - Once you’ve found an animal (or two!) that you’re interested in adopting, you can spend time getting to know them in our interaction rooms or outdoor play yards. You’ll meet with one of our Customer Care representatives who are trained to help make the best match for you and can answer your questions about the pets. Most pets have received a medical examination and/or a behavioral assessment to help determine the best type of home for that pet. To assist in this process, you are invited to fill out an Adoption Questionnaire either in advance of your visit or in person. 3. Complete the adoption - If you choose to, you are able to take the pet home on the same day that you first meet them. When you’ve found a great match, it’s time to complete the adoption process! You’re welcome to ask the Customer Care representatives questions about training and for tips on helping your new pet adjust to your home. Pet Meets: We also offer the service of introducing your new dog to your current dog. Bring your current dog with you if you intend on adopting that day and we’ll be glad to help with the introductions. In fact, dog-to-dog pet meets are highly encouraged! (Sorry, no interspecies pet meets.) Placing Pets on Hold: When you are at the shelter in person to meet pets, if you’re still deciding, you can place a 24-hour hold for $15 on animals. Medical Consults: If the pet you’re interested in has any medical conditions, we will arrange pre-adoption consultations with our medical staff so you know what to expect. Benefits of Adopting from BFHS - All pets adopted through BFHS come with the following benefits: All pets are spayed or neutered before going home. Pets go home with a new collar and identification tags Initial vaccinations. Plenty of support and information from the experienced staff at BFHS.