About Us - Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

About Us

Contact Information

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Click here for a directory of our phone numbers, emails, and addresses.

Hours, Locations

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When are we open? Where are our locations? Get answers by clicking here.

Calendar of events

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Learn what's happening now at our Shelter by checking our calendar.

Leadership

We're proud to introduce the volunteers and staff members who provide leadership for our Shelter. Learn more.

Yuppie Puppies

A corps of youthful community leaders takes a key role in helping us build "tomorrow's" Shelter. Read about it.

In an emergency

Where do you turn for help for a crisis situation, an emergency, or a natural disaster? Read more. 

Our Vision Statement

The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County, FL, Inc. enhances the quality of life in our community through compassionate services to animals and people.
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Our Mission Statement

The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County, FL, Inc. makes a better community for its people and animals by:
  • Providing humane care and shelter for homeless animals.
  • Placing adoptable pets in permanent loving homes.
  • Promoting spaying and neutering of companion animals.
  • Promoting responsible pet ownership and the respect for all life through humane education.
  • Protecting animals from cruelty.
  • Pledging to be advocates for animal protection.

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Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

Visiting the Dog Park?

Help keep your dog safe. If you see any of the following behaviors, you need to intervene, interrupt, and pull your dog out.
1: Rolling

When one dog makes physical contact with another and knocks into him, causing him to tumble, somersault or roll over.
2: Tucked Tail

When the dog’s tail is so low the base is pressed tight to the anus. The tip of the tail is often under the stomach.
3: Pinning

When one or more dogs has another dog on its side or back for more than 5 seconds.
4: Hiding or Hovering

When the dog spends more than 5 seconds underneath something or hovering near a human. Dog’s tail will be low or tucked.
5: Group Chase

When more than one dog is chasing another dog. This can quickly become out of control.
Download and print a copy of these behavior tips to carry with you. CLICK HERE...
Dog Park safety tips presented with permission from Sue Sternberg.