Community Resources

Here at Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, our mission is serving pets and the people who love them. We provide a variety of resources to assist people with their pets - check them out below!

COMMUNITY RESOURCE Center

At LTBHS, we believe no one should have to choose between caring for their pets and caring for their family. Our Community Resource Center, formerly the Community Pet Pantry, provides free pet food, supplies and other essentials to support pets and the people who love them, without judgment.

Made possible by generous community donations, this resource helps keep pets and their families together. We encourage visitors to take what they need while keeping others in mind, and welcome donations to help keep the center stocked for neighbors in need.

Our Community Resource Center is now located at 8550 Commerce Court on the LTBHS campus and is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The center is free and open to everyone, with no proof of need required. Stop by whenever you need support or would like to contribute supplies. For more information, please contact LTBHS at (231) 347-2396.

Stray or Lost Pets

Beginning January 1, 2025, Little Traverse Bay Humane Society proudly holds the Emmet County stray animal services contract and is here to help ensure lost pets are safely reunited with their families.

If you have found a stray animal in Emmet County, please bring the animal to Little Traverse Bay Humane Society during our hours of operation. If you need immediate assistance outside of business hours or are unable to safely transport the animal, please contact 911 for guidance.

All stray animals are held for seven (7) days, in accordance with local ordinance, while we actively work to locate their owners.

To help us reunite the pet as quickly as possible, please complete a Found Pet Report as soon as you are able. Our staff and trained volunteers review all submissions promptly. Fill out the form here: https://form.jotform.com/253424226150144


View Lost & Found Resources

Thank you for taking the time to help a lost pet — your compassion plays a vital role in bringing families back together.

Low Cost Spay/Neuter

Little Traverse Bay Humane Society offers a Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program that is not only affordable to pet owners, but make a huge impact on the local pet population by reducing the number of unwanted litters in the area. For more information on our Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Program, click here.

We are able to assist the community with overpopulation of animals and to prevent unwanted litters with the help of our generous supporters who contribute to the Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Fund.

Animal Surrender

Animal surrenders are accepted on a case by case basis as space is available. To request rehoming an animal, please call 231-347-2396.

Surrendering your pet should be a last resort. Before you consider, please read the information below.

  • Re-homing is when an owner finds a new home for their pet on their own and that pet goes directly from their current home to their new home. LTBHS offers a Private Rehoming section on our website (click here) that allows pet owners to network their animals who are needing new homes.

    Rehoming is a great option because you can decide the best fit for your animal, and keep kennels open at your nearest shelter for animals in more critical need.

  • At LTBHS, we are committed to meeting pets and their people where they are without judgement. We understand life can be unpredictable and we want to provide support wherever possible. Our Community Pet Pantry offers essential pet food, supplies, and resources to keep every pet well-fed and cared regardless of personal circumstances their family may be facing.

    Our Pet Pantry is available Monday-Saturday from 10am-5pm at the shelter. We do not require proof of need, and we invite anyone to utilize this resource when they need it. For more information, please call the shelter at 231-347-2396. 

  • LTBHS offers a low cost spay/neuter program at our Veterinary Clinic. Please call (231) 622-6363 or click here for more information.

  • Little Traverse Bay Humane Society offers a number of training services to pet owners in the community to help dogs put their best paw forward. Click here for training resources and more information.

  • Northern Michigan has several resources available to assist you with finding affordable housing:

    https://www.michigan.gov/mshda

    https://nmcaa.net/