HUMANE SOCIETY OF SCHUYLER COUNTY

What HUMANE SOCIETY OF SCHUYLER COUNTY does

The Humane Society of Schuyler County (HSSC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization founded in 1987 and headquartered at 124 Marina Drive, Montour Falls, New York, with a secondary retail presence (Wags to Riches Resale Boutique) at 313 N. Franklin Street, Watkins Glen. The organization operates a no-kill animal shelter delivering cat and dog adoption services, low-cost spay/neuter clinics (delivered twice monthly via a mobile partnership with Shelter Outreach Services active since 2000, with over 19,000 sterilizations performed), free rabies vaccination clinics held approximately six times per year in collaboration with Schuyler County Public Health, and low-cost wellness clinics that bundle vaccinations, flea treatment, dewormer, and nail trims at $50 per visit. Community support programs include a monthly Pet Pantry for income-eligible residents, a Pet Pals Reading Program for ages 5–13, and educational partnerships spanning Pre-K through college (BOCES and Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine internships).

HSSC is governed by a Board of Directors and operates with a six-person paid staff supplemented by a large volunteer base; no federal, state, county, or national animal welfare organization funding is received. Revenue is generated through donations and grants, Pet Sponsorship subscriptions, adoption fees (≤$70 during Bissell Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelters events), clinic service fees (e.g., Dog Spay $125, Cat Neuter $75, Rabies Vaccine $15), the volunteer-run Wags to Riches resale boutique, vehicle donations via Vehicles For Charity, and earmarked United Way contributions. Distribution relies on a single shelter hub with rotating mobile clinics at county fire department venues (Valois Logan Hector, Beaver Dams).

Effective January 1, 2025, Schuyler County towns transitioned animal sheltering services to an alternate provider, ending HSSC's contractual stray dog intake and lost-and-found enforcement role; the organization continues to serve the community through adoptions, clinics, the Pet Pantry, and education while directing residents to the Sheriff's Department for stray-related services. Core integrations are limited to calendar subscription exports, donation platforms (Amazon Smile, Chewy Wish List, PayPal, MightyCause), and standard nonprofit fundraising tools.

Name

HUMANE SOCIETY OF SCHUYLER COUNTY

Legal name

Humane Society of Schuyler County

Website

https://schuylerhumane.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Humane Society of Schuyler County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal welfare organization founded in 1987, operating a no-kill shelter in Montour Falls, NY that delivers pet adoptions, low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinics, a Pet Pantry, and a volunteer-run resale boutique to Schuyler County residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Animal Welfare Services

NAICS

Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations (813312)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Animal Shelters & Adoption Services (BPAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Spay/Neuter & Population Control Programs (BPAGAIAE), Low-Cost & Community Veterinary Clinics (HLAMAAAE), Education & Community Outreach (Responsible Pet Ownership) (BPAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Animal welfare services
• Pet adoption services
• Low-cost spay neuter
• Veterinary wellness clinics
• Community animal shelter

Headquarters

HQ city

Montour Falls

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: Cash donations, memorial tributes, bequests, stock donations, IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions. No federal, state or county funding received.
2. Wags to Riches Resale Boutique: Upscale resale boutique selling gently used housewares, clothing, books and CDs. Entirely volunteer-run. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society.
3. Animal Adoptions: Cat and dog adoption fees. Reduced adoption pricing during Bissell Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters events ($70 or less).
4. Spay/Neuter Clinic Services: Low-cost spay/neuter services for income-eligible residents. Pricing: Dog Spay $125, Dog Neuter $105, Cat Spay $95, Cat Neuter $75, plus additional fees.
5. Rabies and Wellness Clinics: Free rabies vaccinations; low-cost wellness clinics with Basic Package at $50 including rabies vaccine, distemper vaccine, flea treatment, dewormer, and nail trim.
6. Pet Pantry Program: Donation-based monthly pet food distribution for income-eligible Schuyler County residents. Primarily volunteer-supported with sponsor contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Humane Society of Schuyler County is a nonprofit animal welfare organization that provides cat and dog adoption services, low-cost spay/neuter clinics, free rabies vaccination clinics, low-cost wellness clinics, a monthly pet food pantry for income-eligible residents, and a children reading program. It also runs a volunteer-operated resale boutique (Wags to Riches) whose proceeds support the shelter, and coordinates lost and found animal services, educational programs, and fostering opportunities.

Product overview

The Humane Society of Schuyler County is a nonprofit animal welfare organization offering a portfolio of services centered on animal adoption, veterinary healthcare, and community support. The core offerings include cat and dog adoption services and spay/neuter clinics delivered through a partnership with Shelter Outreach Services. Related health services encompass free rabies clinics and low-cost wellness clinics. Community support programs include the Pet Pantry for food assistance and the Pet Pals Reading Program. The Wags to Riches resale boutique provides fundraising through donated merchandise sales. Additional services include lost and found coordination, educational programs for schools, volunteer and foster programs, and various donation mechanisms including stock, IRA, and memorial gifts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Wags to Riches: An upscale resale boutique located at 313 N Franklin Street in Watkins Glen, selling gently used housewares, women's, children's, and men's clothing along with books and CDs. All proceeds benefit The Humane Society of Schuyler County.

Products and services

• Pet Adoption Services Cat and dog adoption services helping animals find loving homes, including Happy Tails success stories program.
• Spay/Neuter Clinics Low-cost spay/neuter services for pets of income-eligible residents, conducted twice monthly through a partnership with Shelter Outreach Services.
• Rabies Vaccination Clinics Free rabies vaccination clinics for dogs, cats, and ferrets held approximately six times per year in collaboration with Schuyler County Public Health.
• Low-Cost Wellness Clinics Low-cost wellness services for pets including rabies vaccine, distemper vaccine, flea treatment, dewormer, nail trim, and optional microchipping.
• Pet Pantry Monthly food assistance program providing dry/wet dog and cat food, treats, cat litter, and toys to income-eligible Schuyler County residents.
• Wags to Riches Resale Boutique An upscale resale boutique selling gently used housewares, clothing, books, and CDs, run entirely by volunteers with proceeds benefiting the Humane Society.
• Pet Pals Reading Program A reading program pairing new readers aged 5-13 with shelter animals to build reading confidence while socializing animals.
• Lost and Found Services Lost and found animal services including posting information on website and Facebook, coordinating with Sheriff's Department for stray dogs.
• Educational Programs School programs from Pre-K to 12th grade teaching animal care and career paths, plus internships with BOCES and Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Volunteer Program Volunteer opportunities including animal care, clinic staffing, dog exercise, fundraising, retail operations, and dog walking.
• Foster Program Foster care program for very young or recovering animals placed in caring homes, with the Humane Society covering medical care and supplies.
• Donation Services Multiple donation options including cash, online donations via PayPal and MightyCause, stock donations, IRA charitable distributions, memorial gifts, and vehicle donations.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Shelter Outreach ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2000Mobile spay/neuter veterinary service partnership. HSSC has sterilized over 19,000 animals since 2000 through this partnership. SOS veterinarians have collectively spayed over 150,000 animals in five counties.
• Bissell Pet FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational partnership for Empty the Shelters adoption events. Reduced adoption fees of $70 or less during summer and winter campaigns. Helps address shelter overcrowding during kitten/puppy season.
• United WaycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial United Way agency. Donors can direct some or all of their United Way contribution to the Humane Society through pledge card designation.
• Friends of the Horseheads Animal ShelterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship partner for Low-Cost Wellness Clinic events serving low-income families in Schuyler County and neighboring counties.
• Pet Pantry Sponsors (Welliver, Outlook Famous Brand, Cooper, Atwater, Culligan)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsors for monthly Pet Pantry program providing pet food to income-eligible Schuyler County residents. Direct community impact through food donations and program support.
• Vehicles For CharityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVehicle donation program partner. Arranges pickup of donated cars, boats, RVs, motorcycles regardless of condition. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society; donors receive tax deduction.
• Schuyler County Public Health DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for free rabies vaccination clinics approximately six times per year. HSSC hosts clinics at shelter and various county locations. State law requires current rabies certificates for cats and dogs.
• Cornell College of Veterinary MedicineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternship and cooperative learning partnership. Veterinary students from Cornell's Shelter Medicine program participated in shelter design and provide hands-on animal care experience.
• BOCESminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer and technical education partnership providing vet tech students hands-on internship opportunities working with animals and understanding shelter management.
• Local Restaurants, Wineries, and BreweriesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity fundraising collaborations with local food and beverage businesses hosting events to raise funds for shelter programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Others

• Bissell Pet Foundation: National animal welfare foundation that funds Empty the Shelters campaigns and shelter partners across the U.S. Already a Core GTM partner to HSSC, it is comparable as a funder/enabler of the adoption model HSSC depends on.
• Shelter Outreach Services (SOS): Mobile spay/neuter provider that has partnered with HSSC since 2000. Peer in delivery model for high-volume, low-cost veterinary services to underserved populations, and a direct operational partner enabling HSSC's sterilization impact.

Broad incumbents

• ASPCA: National animal welfare organization offering adoptions, low-cost veterinary care, grants to local shelters, and national advocacy. Competes with HSSC for donor mindshare but also acts as a sector capacity-builder that smaller shelters like HSSC can benefit from indirectly.
• The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS): Largest national animal protection organization in the U.S., running nationwide advocacy, rescue, and shelter-support programs. Sets industry standards and competes for charitable dollars, but does not deliver local shelter services in Schuyler County.
• Petco Love (formerly Petco Foundation): National nonprofit affiliate of Petco that funds adoption events, lifesaving programs, and grants for partner shelters. Comparable only at the cause-marketing/grantmaking level but is a critical source of capacity for grassroots shelters like HSSC.
• Best Friends Animal Society: National no-kill animal welfare organization running adoption events, sanctuary operations, and shelter grants. Peer in mission and partnership potential but operates at materially greater scale than HSSC.

Direct peers

• Steuben County Humane Society: Southern Finger Lakes shelter offering adoptions, spay/neuter, and community education on a similar volunteer-driven, donation-funded basis. Operates in an adjacent rural county with overlapping service population.
• Cortland County SPCA: Central New York animal welfare nonprofit providing adoptions, low-cost veterinary services, and cruelty investigations on a county-level budget. Comparable operating model and donor base structure to HSSC.
• SPCA of Tompkins County: County-level shelter and animal welfare nonprofit in the adjacent Finger Lakes region of New York. Offers comparable services including adoptions, low-cost spay/neuter, rabies clinics, and a resale/thrift operation, making it a directly comparable peer in scale, geography, and program mix.
• Chemung County Humane Society & SPCA: Regional New York shelter operating adoption, spay/neuter, rabies vaccination, and pet food assistance programs from a similarly sized footprint. Mirrors HSSC's structure of paid staff plus volunteers supporting a community-funded animal welfare mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/schuylercountyhumanesociety
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/humane-society-of-schuyler-county

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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