Washington Humane Society HLE Division

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The Washington Humane Society(WHS)is the oldest animal protection agency in Washington, DC. Since 1870, WHS has served homeless, lost, and abused animals in the District of Columbia; providing protection from cruelty, shelter from the elements, and a second chance at a loving home. No call for help goes unanswered, and no animal is ever turned away. WHS protects animals and serves the community through a wide variety of programs. While the heart of our mission remains rescuing animals in trouble and finding them good, permanent homes, WHS also focus on preventing suffering through humane education, spay/neuter campaigns and diligently enforcing the District's anti-cruelty laws. Through working with these programs WHS Humane Law Enforcement Officers encounter many heartwarming and heartwrenching stories that occur every day on the streets of DC. Stories that we believe deserve to be told.