The Regina Humane Society is in crisis due to a lack of dog adoptions.

Since the pandemic, the organization has been experiencing a slow demand for companion animals, but the supply has not, especially for dogs.

This has resulted in dogs waiting 64 per cent longer to be adopted, which has eliminated the space needed to care for incoming dogs.

Despite unique campaigns, including reducing adoption fees and public promotions, the dogs are not being adopted.

“We are in a crisis situation as we enter the peak intake seasons of spring and summer,” says Lisa Koch, RHS Executive Director. “We are appealing to the community to consider adopting a dog or puppy at this time or to advocate for their adoption by promoting them online or sharing with friends and family.”

The Regina Humane Society says one such dog is Nellie, who has been waiting for a home since February 29, 2024.

The now seven-month-old Shepherd puppy was seized by RHS Animal Protection Officers after a call from the Regina Police Service. Residents of a home had reportedly fed her narcotics, and she was unresponsive when Officers arrived. She has fully recovered, and her adoption has been fully sponsored by an anonymous donor, but despite efforts to feature her special qualities, she has yet to find her new home.

The RHS notes that if you are unable to adopt, they are also seeking foster homes for dogs in care, as well as volunteers to exercise and socialize with homeless animals at the Shelter as they await their special someone. 

 To help dogs go home, adoption fees have been reduced to $25. Adoptions still include spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, tattoos, microchips, and a post-adoption veterinary exam.