
T
he Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is located in Gloucester County,
Virginia and has been the only full-service animal shelter in the seven
surrounding counties since 1976.
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Our primary purpose is to find good, loving homes for the 4,000-plus
felines and canines we receive each year, as well as the many "other"
animals brought to our facility.
Our Mission Statement
Guided by the principles that every life has value and is worthy of
respect and protection, and that animals contribute positively to the
health, happiness, and quality of human life, the GMHS mission is to serve
both animals and people by strengthening the human-animal bond as we build
a more humane community.
Our Vision
The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society looks toward a day when all domestic
and companion animals are ensured a responsible caring environment for
their lifetime, and when all animals are respected and protected.
Our Role in The Community
Started in 1912 to serve Gloucester and Mathews counties, the
Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is a non-profit organization. Only a
small percentage of operating funds come from the counties of Gloucester,
Mathews, and Middlesex. The rest comes from fundraising efforts by
volunteers, grants, and other sources.
Our Objectives
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Promote the welfare, improve the care and relieve the suffering of
all animals |
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Prevent the cruelty and inhumane treatment of animals |
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Support the enforcement of anti-cruelty laws
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Provide care and shelter for stray or homeless animals
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Prevent the over-population of animals
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Foster humane attitudes and responsible animal ownership through
education
To be a part of the GMHS team - fill out an
application
and start sharing the Love!
To Adopt one of our Animals - fill out an
application and
contact us. |
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