The mission of the Humane Society of Richardson County is to prevent pain and cruelty, to place all adoptable animals in suitable homes, with the goal of zero euthanasia. To educate the community on the humane care and treatment of all animals, with emphasis on the importance of spaying/neutering.
The Humane Society of Richardson County views owning a pet as a privilege - not a right. Unfortunately, not all people can successfully take on the responsibilities of pet ownership. It is for this reason that HSRC has a strict adoption policy. Our adoption program strives to place animals only as companion animals in kind and responsible homes where we are confident that they will receive proper care and attention throughout their lifetime. By doing this, we prevent future cruelties and actively control pet overpopulation. Our ultimate goal is to insure that fewer and fewer animals become tragic statistics in the communities that we serve. PLEASE take time in choosing a pet. Take into consideration the cost of food and health care, conservatively $300 per year, as well as the time you have to spend with your new companion. Consider the needs of the animal as well as your own. PLEASE give the adoption time to work. It may take three to four weeks for your new pet to adjust to its new surroundings and to its new family. Pets are easily confused by drastic changes in their lives. Their habits have to change with each new owner. You are new to the animal and they are not sure where they are or how long they will be there.