Capital Humane Society
About Us

Animals For Adoption

Thank you for considering to adopt a shelter animal. We sincerely hope that we can be of service to you in finding a family pet.

Choosing to adopt a homeless pet from the Capital Humane Society is a kind act. We appreciate your support and willingness to offer a lifetime of love to an animal in need.

All Dogs and Cats entering the adoption program receive a health exam by the shelter veterinarian; are spayed or neutered; receive treatment for fleas, ticks, intestinal worms or mites; are tested for Heartworm or Feline Leukemia; receive a first or booster set of vaccinations; are Micro-chipped.

The cost of Adopting a Dog or Cat is $119.02:
Adoption fee: $85.00
Rabies deposit: $10.00
City License fee:$17.00
Collar: $ 1.00
Tax: $ 6.02


If the dog or cat is current on rabies vaccination, the deposit fee is waived.

No license fee is charged to those living outside the city of Lincoln.

Adoption Hours:
Monday Noon - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

  • Dogs

  • Cats

  • Other Animals

  • Online donations
    I support the work of the Capital Humane Society and would like to help with the daily care of the animals at the shelter.

  • Mailing List
    I would like to hear more about the Capital Humane Society and the work you do by receiving the Shelter Sharing Newsletter and other mailings.

  • Adoption Application
    Adopting A Pet Is A Lifetime Commitment

    If you are planning to adopt a new friend from the Capital Humane Society, we would invite you to complete the Adoption Application prior to visiting the shelter. Simply click on the Adoption Application link, download, print and complete the application. By bringing the completed application with you, the adoption process will take less time, therefore giving you more time to spend with your new friend and family member.

    Thanks for thinking of the Capital Humane Society when choosing a new pet for the family.



Capital Humane Society
2320 Park Boulevard
Lincoln, NE 68502
Phone: (402) 441-4488
Fax: (402) 438-6182