The mission of the Pike County Humane Society is to prevent cruelty to animals by educating people in the humane treatment of all animals. To educate and indoctrinate society and individuals on the intricacies of having and owning pets by explaining the responsibility endowed by such ownership. To provide shelter, food, care and medical treatment as needed for the lost, abandoned, abused and unwanted animals that come under our care. To evaluate prospective adoptees and to find good homes for the animals we care for. To educate people in the importance of spay and neuter programs and to function as an agent by making available a low cost spay and neuter program to address the overwhelming unwanted animal population. To offer cooperation and assistance to appropriate authorities to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty, abuse and neglect.