Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County - Home
 
We've made a loving promise to the animals.
We are the only animal shelter in Indian River County that promises to accept all animals, regardless of age, health, behavior, or adoptability. We also promise to provide a full range of services to keep animals "out of the Shelter" and in loving homes.
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Our Community Partners...

They Support us!

...and we encourage you to support them.

Free Drive-Thru Rabies Vaccine Clinic Sun., Sept. 25.

Get your motor runnin’ and drive on over to the HSVB&IRC on Sunday, September 25 for the Humane and is free for dogs and cats belonging to Indian River County residents. Two-hundred rabies vaccinations will be administered on a first come, first serve basis.
 
These free one-year rabies vaccinations will be administered to dogs and cats sixteen weeks of age or older. Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in carriers. Pet parents must show proof of Indian River County residency. This event is held in conjunction with World Rabies Day, an international campaign created by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control to eradicate rabies worldwide.

​HSVB&IRC is located at...

Plan to attend: wine women & shoes is season's "must-do" event!

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Last year, Wine Women and Shoes proved to be the highlight social benefit event of the Fall Season. This year, spaces are filling rapidly and you don't want to be left out!

Guests will sip delicious wines, shop designer fashions, savor tasty bites, bid on incredible auction lots, mingle with our charming shoe guys, help select the King of Sole, and more! It takes place Saturday, October 15, 5:30 - 9:00 PM at Bent Pine Club. And it benefits HSVB&IRC!

We Believe in Guardian Angels and Tooth Fairies.

In fact, Guardian Angels and Tooth Fairies play important roles in making certain every animal is adotpable — and that every animal gets adopted.

Learn more.

​SUPPORT SPAY/NEUTER THROUGHOUT FLORIDA.

We are so thankful to have received a grant from Florida Animal Friend! This great assistance will allow us to provide hundreds of additional animals with low cost spay and neuter services. Help us further this cause! Purchase a Florida Animal Friend Spay and Neuter license plate TODAY, so that other organizations across the sate of Florida can make a difference too!

Learn about this special license plate.

Latest Humane Times now online!

The Summer Edition of Humane Times, the magazine of our Shelter, is now available online as an accessible PDF file. It's a great way to learn what's happening at the Humane Society. Check it out!

See Current Edition...
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What does it mean? 
an "Open Door, Open Heart" Animal Shelter?
We are Indian River County’s only open admission animal shelter. That’s an important distinction. It clearly sets us apart from every other Shelter in the area. But, do our friends and supporters really understand...

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Help Us Spread The Word.

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People are often surprised when they learn how our "Open Door, Open Heart" shelter fills such an important role in compassionate animal care for our community. FYI, here's a two-page "fact sheet" which you can share with others.

How Can I Make A Difference?

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Sheri and Buffy

Buffy came to the Shelter with paralyzed back legs, a victim of abuse. She came home with me to complete her recovery — and brighten my every day.

Judy & Mason Blue

To most people, he was a blind cat awaiting adoption. I took a chance and learned a lesson about animals with disabilities — and love.

Horace and Whitey

When Agnes died, I thought there'd never be another woman in my life, until I met Whitey at the Shelter.

Kathleen & Otto

When the economy collapsed, I lost my job and my house. Our Shelter helped with vet care and dog food so I didn't have to lose my best friend, Otto.

LESLIE & sPIRIT

Pulled from a dumpster and saved by a series of surgeries, Spirit now helps me provide therapeutic support for the elderly.

Mike and Nala

Nala made headlines because her neglect was so severe, but our Shelter saw her potential and brought her back to health. She's an incredible dog!

Rachel and Tigger

I like that the Shelter spays and neuters every animal that leaves their doors. It's the only responsible thing to do.

Michelle & Jeff with Gracie

15 dogs were taken from an abusive "puppy mill." Months later, only one remained unadopted. Yes, she's a "special needs" dog, but, to us, she's simply special

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There are more ways to donate to HSVB&IRC.  Learn More.
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a copy of our current
Annual Report.
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an informative infographic
about our Shelter.
Animals do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.
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The Hill's Food, Shelter & Love® program donates food to shelters across the country, providing the proper nutrition that helps pets find their way to loving homes.
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.