Humane Society of Greater Dayton

What Humane Society of Greater Dayton does

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization founded in 1902, operating as the oldest animal shelter in the Miami Valley region of Ohio. It has maintained no-kill status since 2010 and reports a 98% save rate. The organization operates an Adoption Center, a full-service Veterinary Hospital, a high-volume Spay & Neuter Clinic, the Caryl D. Philips Animal Rehabilitation Center, and two retail outlets (MeowZa Cat Boutique and Dayton Humane & Co. resale boutique), supported by over 13 adoption locations across the Greater Dayton area. In 2025, it placed a record 3,037 pets and performed 9,329 spay/neuter surgeries, while a Cruelty/Neglect Investigations unit handled 597 cases in 2024.

Its programs include Community Cat Initiative, Working Cat Program, START Dog Training, Foster Program, and the Healthier at Home mobile veterinary service, plus a One Health Program that embeds social services inside the veterinary hospital. The technology stack is limited to ShelterLuv, a third-party shelter management platform for intake, animal tracking, and adoption workflows; there is no proprietary technology or AI capability. Revenue is generated through a blended model of donations, grants, adoption fees, veterinary service fees, low-cost clinic revenue, and retail sales, supplemented by partnerships with national funders including Bissell Pet Foundation, ASPCA, Best Friends Animal Society, Petco Love, and PetSmart Charities.

The customer base is diffuse, spanning individual adopters, pet owners using veterinary services, donors, grant-making institutions, and corporate retail partners. Military and veteran communities are supported through specific programs. Concentrated donor risk is mitigated by the breadth of the program portfolio and the scale of the national partnership network, though the organization remains dependent on local community giving and grant cycles.

Name

Humane Society of Greater Dayton

Legal name

Humane Society of Greater Dayton

Website

https://hsdayton.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1902

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is a 1902-founded nonprofit animal welfare organization operating shelter, veterinary, spay/neuter, rehabilitation, and retail services across 13+ locations in the Greater Dayton region, serving adopters, pet owners, donors, and vulnerable community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Welfare and Pet Care Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

akta.pro primary industry

Animal Shelters & Rescue Operations (AFAEALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA), Spay/Neuter & Population Control Programs (BPAGAIAE), Animal Cruelty Prevention, Investigation & Humane Law Enforcement (BPAGAIAG)

Keywords

• Animal welfare services
• Pet adoption programs
• Veterinary hospital services
• Spay and neuter clinic
• Animal rescue operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Grants: Individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and foundation grants form the primary funding source. The organization partners with companies locally and nationally. Offers planned giving options including bequests, charitable gift annuities, life insurance beneficiary designations, and vehicle donations.
2. Adoption Fees: Fees charged for animal adoptions covering cats ($30-$115), dogs ($100-$375), rabbits ($65-$100), pocket pets ($10-$100), farm animals ($100-$1,000), and exotics ($50-$200). Adoption fees cover a fraction of care costs provided to each animal.
3. Veterinary Services: Revenue from Dayton Humane Veterinary Hospital and Spay & Neuter Clinic providing low-cost spay/neuter surgeries, wellness exams, vaccinations, dental services, and other veterinary care to pet owners.
4. Retail Operations: Dayton Humane & Co. resale boutique sells high-quality gently used and new items. MeowZa Cat Boutique is an offsite adoption center. All net proceeds support Humane Society programs.
5. Membership Programs: Caryl D. Philips Society upper-level membership contributions ranging from $1,000 to $10,000+. Members receive benefits and exclusive privileges as advocates for animals in care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton operates a no-kill animal shelter providing pet adoptions, low-cost veterinary care, spay and neuter surgery, animal cruelty investigation, and community animal welfare programs. It also operates two retail boutiques (MeowZa Cat Boutique and Dayton Humane & Co. resale) whose net proceeds support the shelter. Services include adoptions for dogs, cats, rabbits, small animals, farm animals, and exotics across the Miami Valley region.

Product overview

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton operates as a no-kill animal welfare agency offering a comprehensive suite of animal care services. The core offerings include the main Adoption Center for pet adoptions, the Dayton Humane Veterinary Hospital for affordable veterinary care, and the Dayton Humane Spay & Neuter Clinic for population control. Supporting services include the MeowZa Cat Boutique (retail-style cat adoption center), Dayton Humane & Co. (resale boutique generating donations), and the Caryl D. Philips Animal Rehabilitation Center for cruelty/neglect cases. Community programs include the Community Cat Initiative (TNR), Working Cat Program, START Dog Training Program, Healthier at Home (mobile vet care), One Health Program (social services), Foster Program, Military Companions discount program, Cruelty/Neglect Investigations, and Lost/Found pet reunification services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dayton Humane Spay & Neuter Clinic Low-cost spay and neuter surgical services for owned cats and dogs, plus the Community Cat Initiative offering Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) for community and feral cats. Located at 1661 Nicholas Road, Dayton.
• Dayton Humane Veterinary Hospital Full-service affordable veterinary hospital providing physical exams, vaccinations, laboratory testing, X-rays, surgery, dental services, and chronic illness management. Located at 1661 Nicholas Road, Dayton.
• Caryl D. Philips Animal Rehabilitation Center Rehabilitation facility for animals rescued through the Cruelty and Neglect Investigations Program, providing medical care and emotional support for animals recovering from abuse or neglect.
• Healthier at Home Mobile in-home veterinary care service bringing pet care directly to owners' homes to reduce stress for pets and owners.
• Humane Society of Greater Dayton Adoption Center Main shelter facility offering pet adoptions for dogs, cats, rabbits, and small animals. Operates as a no-kill animal welfare agency with a 98% average save rate. Located at 1661 Nicholas Road, Dayton.
• MeowZa Cat Boutique Retail-style cat adoption center providing a boutique experience for connecting adoptable cats with potential owners. Located at Cross Pointe Shopping Center, Centerville. Has facilitated over 6,768 cat and kitten adoptions since 2008.
• Dayton Humane & Co. Boutique-style resale store selling high-quality gently used and new items including clothing, accessories, furniture, and home décor. All net proceeds support the Humane Society of Greater Dayton's lifesaving programs. Located at Cross Pointe Shopping Center, Centerville.
• Community Cat Initiative Trap-Neuter-Return program providing free or low-cost cat spay/neuter services to individuals, townships, and cities to humanely reduce stray and feral cat populations. Includes trap rentals and training.
• Working Cat Program Places unsocialized and feral cats into non-traditional working environments such as farms, warehouses, breweries, and nurseries for natural rodent control.
• START Dog Training Program Dog training program partnering with the Dayton Dog Training Club where volunteers train adoptable dogs in basic commands, leash walking, and behavioral issues. Adopters receive a $25 discount on beginner's classes.
• Cruelty and Neglect Investigations Humane agent program investigating cases of animal cruelty and neglect in Montgomery County. Investigated 597 cases in 2025.
• Foster Program Temporary foster care program placing animals in volunteer homes for rehabilitation, neonatal care, and behavioral support until animals are ready for adoption.
• Lost and Found Pet Services Microchip registration and reunification services helping lost pets return to their families, along with shelter intake and search support.
• One Health Program Social services program at the veterinary hospital managed by a licensed social worker addressing community needs including housing insecurity, abuse, mental health, hoarding, and pet loss grief support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Record-breaking 2,915 animals placed into forever homes in 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ASPCAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational animal welfare organization partnership providing support and resources to further animal welfare mission in the Miami Valley region.
• Best Friends Animal SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational animal welfare organization collaboration supporting no-kill initiatives and animal rescue programs.
• Bissell Pet FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation partnership supporting pet adoption events and programs to reduce pet homelessness.
• Petco LovecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormerly Petco Foundation - provides grant funding and support for animal welfare programs and adoption events.
• Petsmart CharitiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides offsite adoption center space at multiple Petsmart locations throughout Greater Dayton area for cat adoptions.
• Joanie Bernard FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership providing funding for community cat spay/neuter programs. The Joanie Bernard Spay Neuter Clinic is named in their honor.
• Subaru Share the LoveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSubaru of Dayton partnership supporting adoption events and animal welfare awareness campaigns.
• PetcocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPet retail partner hosting offsite adoption centers at Englewood and Kettering locations.
• Pet Supplies PluscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPet supply retailer hosting offsite adoption centers at multiple locations in Beavercreek, Centerville, and Kettering.
• Dayton Dog Training ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for START Dog Training Program - volunteer handlers train adoptable dogs at their facility and adopters receive $25 discount on beginner's classes.
• KrogerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Rewards program - shoppers designate organization and portion of sales support animal care.
• Dorothy Lane MarketminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGood Neighbors Program - shoppers can designate organization for charitable contributions.
• Hills Science DietcoreOthersProvides world-class nutrition to shelter animals - generous food support for all shelter pets.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Michigan Humane Society: Large regional animal welfare organization providing adoption, veterinary care, cruelty investigation, and rescue services across Michigan. Comparable in scope, structure, and no-kill philosophy as a multi-location Midwestern humane society.
• Columbus Humane: Regional animal welfare organization serving Columbus, Ohio with shelter, adoption, cruelty investigations, and veterinary services. Comparable as an Ohio-based private nonprofit humane society operating a similar multi-program model.
• Wisconsin Humane Society: Regional animal welfare organization operating multiple campuses across Wisconsin with adoption, veterinary, and wildlife services. Comparable as a similarly structured regional humane society with a no-kill philosophy and diversified programs.
• Cincinnati Animal CARE: Regional animal welfare organization serving the Cincinnati, Ohio area with adoption, veterinary, and shelter services. Directly comparable as a fellow Ohio no-kill shelter of similar scale serving an adjacent metropolitan region.

Others

• Petco Love: National foundation supporting animal welfare and adoption initiatives. Comparable as a funding partner that grants support for adoption events and lifesaving programs at the subject organization.
• PetSmart Charities: National foundation focused on pet adoption and welfare. Comparable as the offsite adoption center partner providing retail space at PetSmart locations, which is a key distribution channel for the subject organization's cat adoption operations.
• Bissell Pet Foundation: National foundation supporting pet adoption and reducing pet homelessness. Comparable as a strategic partner funding adoption events and lifesaving programs at the subject organization.

Broad incumbents

• Best Friends Animal Society: National no-kill animal welfare organization operating sanctuaries and adoption programs. Comparable mission and partnership relationship, as Best Friends is a strategic partner supporting the subject organization's no-kill initiatives.
• ASPCA: National animal welfare organization providing rescue, adoption, veterinary, and advocacy services. Comparable as a national peer and partner organization that provides funding and program support to the subject organization.
• The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS): Largest national animal welfare advocacy organization in the US. Comparable mission area though primarily advocacy- and policy-focused rather than direct shelter operations like the subject organization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hsgreaterdayton
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@daytonhumane
• Facebookfacebook.com/humanesocietydayton
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hsgd
• Instagraminstagram.com/daytonhumane
• TikToktiktok.com/@daytonhumane
• Pinterestpinterest.com/hsgreaterdayton

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