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General Inquiries


For general questions regarding the Capital Area Humane Society and the animals currently in our care, or if you are unsure whom you should contact directly:

(517) 626-6060
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Spay/Neuter Your Pet


CAHS is happy to provide low-cost spay/neuter procedures to the mid-Michigan region. For questions regarding having your pet altered or to schedule an appointment with the CAHS Spay & Neuter Clinic:

(517) 908-0756
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Media


CAHS is happy to comment on stories relating to the field of animal care. If you are a media outlet seeking comment from CAHS on a news topic, please contact:

Julia Palmer
President & CEO
(517) 626-6821 x117
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Market/Advertise/Events


If your organization is interested in getting involved with CAHS through marketing or advertising channels, or if you have questions about our fundraising events, please contact:

Jamie Fuhr
Events and Grants Manager
(517) 626-6821 x 120
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Donate/Sponsor


CAHS is an independent organization not receiving support through the government or taxes. Donations from individuals, corporations and foundations are critical to providing support for the more than 6,000 animals we serve each year. Information on the various ways you can support the animals at CAHS can be found by CLICKING HERE. If you have question regarding a gift you'd like to make in support of the animals or have questions regarding our fundraising process, please contact:

Eric Langdon
Director of Annual and Major Gifts
(517) 626-6821 x 142
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Foster


Do you like dogs, cats or both? If you're interested in giving a safe home to animals before they are ready for the adoption floor and can assist with providing care in a foster home, please contact:

Kristen McCann
Foster Coordinator
(517) 626-6821 x 121
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Surrender/Euthanasia

If you can no longer provide care for your pet and need to surrender it to CAHS, or have a pet with only one humane option remaining in euthanasia, we can help. Surrender of your pet and owner requested euthanasia are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. So we can be of assistance, please contact:

Jamie Fuller
Entry Coordinator
(517) 626-6821 x 118
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Volunteer

We wouldn't be able to accomplish all the great things we do for animals every day if it wasn't for the many, dedicated volunteers who give the animals their valuable time and help out. We can always use volunteers for a wide variety of tasks. If you are interested in donating your time, please contact:

Penny Pearsall
Community Relations Manager
(517) 626-6060
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Education

We have an extensive education program, led by a Michigan-certified teacher, where your kids can learn interesting and important information about the animals with which we live. If you're interested in getting your children involved in a unique educational experience, please contact:

Lindsay Sandusky
Humane Educator
(517) 626-6821 x 130
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Visiting Us


We are located west of Capital Region International Airport on Grand River Avenue where I-69 and I-96 cross. Our address is

7095 West Grand River Avenue
Lansing, MI 48906

Map of our shelter location is below. PLEASE NOTE: when using a GPS, please use Grand Ledge, MI 48837.

Directions to our shelter and main office

From the North/East traveling on I-69 W
  • Take exit 81 for I-96 W toward Grand Rapids
  • Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Francis Rd/Grand River Ave
  • Turn left onto Francis Rd
  • Turn left onto I-96 BUS E/W Grand River Ave
  • CAHS is on your right immediately following the bridges
From the South/East traveling on I-96 W
  • Take exit 90 for Grand River Avenue
  • Turn right onto I-96 BUS E/W Grand River Ave
  • CAHS is on your right immediately following the bridges
From the West traveling on I-96 E
  • Take exit 90 for I-96 BUS
  • Turn left onto West Grand River Highway
  • CAHS is on your right immediately following the bridges



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If you are trying to locate the CAHS Spay & Neuter Clinic for drop-off of your animal for surgery, please CLICK HERE for information.
 
 
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