Quincy Humane Society
The Quincy Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was founded on July 20th, 1880 and is one of the oldest continually operating humane organizations in the United States. In 1883 the name changed to the Quincy Humane Society In 1896 the first office was established at 411 Hampshire. The Quincy Humane Society paid the animal welfare officer until the 1950’s when the city suggested they take it over to provide benefits.
The Quincy Humane Society did not begin sheltering homeless animals until 1939 at the 3100 State location. A few years later, QHS began assisting the city of Quincy with animal control problems and animals began to be sheltered at the Rt. 57 location.
By 1980, one hundred years after establishing the organization, the Quincy Humane Society took over the Quincy Animal Control contract. Any stray found in Quincy was brought to the shelter, along with animals that were surrendered by their owners.
In 2002, when the animal control contract was up, the Quincy Humane Society decided to not bid and become a privately funded, no-kill shelter. We no longer receive any money from the city, state or federal governments. We must ask for donations, write grant proposals, and fundraise in order to keep the shelter open. This also means that we are able to only take in animals when we have space for them – we no longer have to euthanize adoptable animals for space reasons. At this time, the board decided that we needed to reallocate our resources and focus on preventative programs to assist a wider range of clients. By focusing on reducing populations through proactive programs that would have the longest lasting effect and result in a No Kill community. Resources were freed up for not only spay and neuter, but humane education and other program development.
Quincy Humane Society
1705 N. 36th St.
Quincy, IL 62305
Phone: 217-223-8786
Email: animals@adams.net
Website: http://www.quincyhumanesociety.org/
- Inky
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Hi! I’m Inky. I’m a handsome black cat. What? You think black cats are bad luck? Well, not me – I’m a super sweet boy looking for a home. I tend to be on the nervous side, so I would do best in a house with no kids and where my owners are willing to take it slow with me. Once you get to know me, though, I’m a good time!
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- Bradley
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Hi! I’m Bradley. I’m such a good boy! I am some sort of beagle mix – but honestly, who knows? I am about 5 years old, so I am definitely out of that puppy phase – but that doesn’t mean I don’t have energy! I love to talk walks and play. Since I am a beagle, I do love to eat – but I do need to keep my weight down, so my new owner is going to have to help me with that. My favorite thing is getting butt scratches – and trust me, you’ll know – I’m very vocal!
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- Luke
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Hi! I’m Luke. I honestly have no idea what I am – I am one of a litter of 10, and each of us looked different! I probably have some Shepherd in me, along with a few other things. I have tons of energy and love to run and play. I don’t always play well with others – so I would do best in a home where I am the only dog. I could also learn a few manners – so you might want to enroll me in obedience training. I am a great guy though – I love all people and would do well with kids, especially after I learned some manners!
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- Princess
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Hi! I’m Princess. And my name says it all – I really am a Princess! I have no idea why I have been at this shelter so long since I have such a fabulous personality – but I have been, and I’m ready to get out of here! I am a Jack Russell/Beagle mix. I love to run and play with other dogs, but I am a bit nervous around new people – so it might take me a few meetings before we are best friends. I probably wouldn’t do so great around kids because of that, but I’m ready for my new home!
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