The Humane Society of Lawton-Comanche County was founded in 1986. We work in close partnership with Lawton Animal Welfare and other local shelters, businesses and organizations to accomplish our mission. Our primary focus is to eliminate the needless euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals in Lawton and Comanche County. We believe that Lawton and the surrounding community will see a day when every healthy and adoptable pet finds a home. Since our beginning in 1986, we have found homes for over 2000 pets and have spayed, neutered or provided veterinary care for over 4000 animals. There is no physical address for the Humane Society. We have an answering service that will take your calls 24/7.
The adoption of a companion animal is a commitment for life. We want to be sure that the animal you choose is the best possible fit for you. We want this adoption to be perfect for everyone. You are free to visit the animals at adoption events or on line. Should there be one who seems to fit your needs based on the pet's biography, ask for more information. If it seems like a good match, you can make an appointment with the pet's foster parent to meet the animal. You may also go for a walk or sit with him at the adoption events to get to know him better. If you have a dog at home and are considering adopting another dog, you may be required to bring your own dog with you and we will facilitate a dog meet between the dogs. This requirement does not apply to all dogs. Although not a guarantee on how the dogs may do together once home, this is another helpful step you can do to make the best decision for both 2-legged and 4-legged members of the family. (We ask that you do not bring any feline members of the family in for meets. This is counter productive and can be very stressful for your cat.) Filling out an Adoption Form is the next step. Our volunteers will review the information with you, helping you to assess whether the animal you have chosen will fit into your lifestyle, family, and home. We encourage you to take plenty of time to make your decision. Maybe the right animal for you isn’t here today. Additionally, all animals adopted from the Humane Society of Lawton-Comanche County will be spayed or neutered and cleared by our veterinarian before being available for adoption, it may be necessary for you to wait a few days before taking your new friend home, although most of our animals are ready to go with you immediately. Before final release, you will be asked to sign an adoption contract and to pay the adoption fees. Please understand that our questions are not meant to be intrusive or suspicious. Our careful approach to making satisfying, lifelong matches can spare your family a painful experience. For the animal, however, it can be a matter of life or death. Each one of our pets has experienced at least one broken bond already.