Notice: The Shelter will Reopen August 22

UCHS has received veterinary clearance following a temporary closure to treat ringworm. As of August 22, 2025, the Shelter will reopen to the public. Adoptions and Shelter visits will resume at this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

The Shelter is temporarily closed to the public while animals undergo treatment for ringworm. We plan to reopen following a recommended quarantine period. We appreciate the community’s support during this time.

Check out our Summer newsletter to find out what's been happening at UCHS and what you can expect in the near future!

Let the Town of Erin know that the Upper Credit Humane Society is the most impactful way to “maximize the property’s value.” 

*PLEASE NOTE: 'Chipping in' through change.org is NOT a donation to the Upper Credit Humane Society, but does boost this petition's online presence.

After more than 30 years of serving the community, the Upper Credit Humane Society (UCHS) has been told by the Town of Erin that our lease will end in 2028 — putting our future — and the future of countless animals — in jeopardy. 

Congratulations to our amazing friends at  Georgetown PetSmart! For the second year in a row, they’ve raised the most money for PetSmart Charities in their district for the month of June! We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support and dedication to helping pets in need.

We’re thrilled to celebrate Gemini – our 400th adoption since 2016 through our amazing partners at Georgetown PetSmart. Huge thanks to their staff and the generous customers who donate at checkout — every dollar goes straight to support the animals at the Upper Credit Humane Society.

HUGE thank you to Pfaff Subaru

Guelph for sponsoring a brand new vehicle! Thanks to your incredible support, our team can safely transport animals to and from veterinary appointments and adoption events. Your generosity drives change, and we’re BEYOND grateful to have Pfaff Subaru as part of our team.

Councilor John Brennan recently presented a Community Grant investment of $1,500 to the Upper Credit Humane Society. On hand for the celebration were UCHS staff and volunteers. However, it was puppies Sierra and Juliet that stole the spotlight!

We are proud to announce our adoption statistics from 2024. We helped 235 animals find their fur-ever homes; 188 Cats, 40 Dogs, 4 Rabbits, and 3 Guinea Pigs! Congratulations to all the families and their new furry friends. If anyone else is interested in adopting, click here!

We would like to give a shoutout and a HUGE thank you to the U13 Erin Shamrocks Green hockey team. These incredible youths sponsored 15 animals for our Secret Santa campaign and made all of the animals' Christmases so much brighter. Thank you and Let's Go Shamrocks Green!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Paws & Power: Solterra Test Drive and Adoption Day at Pfaff Subaru! Your support made a huge difference and $2000 was raised for the Upper Credit Humane Society!  

We have great news! Renowned YouTuber, MrBeast, recently selected Upper Credit Humane Society for a donation. Thank you, MrBeast! We are so incredibly grateful for your support! 

Paws up to our friends at Pet Valu - Bronte Street Milton! Thank you to all who donated to the
Pet Valu Companions for Change fundraiser! Your donations totaled $388! We appreciate your support. 

Upper Credit Humane Society would like to extend the biggest thank you to all the community members who donated to Pet Valu's “Buy a Paw, Help a Pet” campaign! Your donations totaled $1,074! Extra thanks to the Staff at the Main Street, Milton store who are pawesome!

Looking for another way to support UCHS? Treat yourself to some of our stylish new merchandise and sport our logo wherever you go! Choose from a polo, a crewneck sweatshirt, or a zip-up hoody…or order one of each.