It Started With Sean.
One sheep in trouble led us to a much larger story: more sheep, Maurice the goat, Brodie, ducks and cats — and a rescue effort that continues today.
Humane Society of Greene County, Ohio
We are an independent, nonprofit, all-volunteer organization working to reduce animal suffering throughout Greene County through affordable spay/neuter programs, livestock investigations, rehoming connections, education and practical help for local animal owners.
We do not operate an animal shelter. Our programs focus on preventing suffering, intervening when animals need help and connecting Greene County residents with resources.
General office: 937-376-3001
Livestock neglect reports: 937-917-4374
Office: 187 Bellbrook Ave., Xenia, OH 45385
Some calls become much more than a single visit. These are two of the stories behind the work — one unfolding right now, and one that began with two donkeys who needed a second chance.
One sheep in trouble led us to a much larger story: more sheep, Maurice the goat, Brodie, ducks and cats — and a rescue effort that continues today.
In March 2025, a concerned call led our humane agents to two donkeys living with badly neglected hooves. Their owner was injured, overwhelmed and asked for help.
A veterinarian and farrier stepped in, the boys received treatment, and volunteers spent weeks building enough trust to safely move them. Their journey includes hoof care, deworming, trailer training and a new life in foster care.
HSGC's programs are designed to prevent animal suffering before it becomes a crisis and to respond when animals and their owners need help.
Affordable programs help Greene County residents spay or neuter cats and dogs, reducing unwanted litters and animal suffering.
See programs →Reports from the public help our humane agents identify and respond to potential livestock neglect.
Report or learn more →We don't operate a shelter, but our referral service helps people responsibly connect pets needing homes with potential adopters.
Adoption Connection →Supplemental pet food and cat litter help qualifying Greene County residents care for their animals during difficult periods.
Ask about assistance →The programs may be run by volunteers, but their reach is substantial.
Brodie had never received routine veterinary care. Through the ongoing Sean rescue he received a full examination, vaccinations, neutering, a microchip, bloodwork and treatment.
About $1,100 in veterinary care.
That's one animal, one case and one very concrete example of what local support makes possible.
Help Us Help ThemSugar is a very friendly lost cat missing from the 1948 Hook Road area.
If found, please call 937-543-6718.
We're seeking a volunteer with hands-on livestock experience to assist with farm-animal welfare checks and investigations under the guidance of humane agents.
Rotating schedule: approximately one week per month on call.
Contact HSGC →Our newest Paw Prints includes current spay/neuter progress, pet-health information, community resources and ways your support is helping Greene County animals.
Read the Latest Newsletter →Practical information for pet owners, people who have found or lost an animal, and anyone looking for local animal-care resources.
Local shelters, veterinary resources, pet-care assistance and other useful contacts.
Download resource list →Useful steps and contacts when a pet is missing or when you've found an animal.
Download guide →A quick overview of HSGC, our programs and the role we serve in Greene County.
Download fact sheet →Spay/neuter providers, adoption resources and trusted animal-care organizations.
Visit Resources →Every contribution stays focused on helping animals and families in our local community.
Donate securely →From programs and office work to specialized livestock help, volunteers make HSGC possible.
Volunteer with HSGC →Become a member or patron, sponsor our work, or contribute items our programs need.
See all ways to help →Specialty Ohio pet license plates help fund nonprofit animal-welfare work across the state.
Learn more →Don't throw them away. HSGC accepts old cell phones and printer cartridges as part of a recycling fundraiser that supports animal-welfare work while keeping electronics out of the waste stream.
Drop-off: Humane Society of Greene County, 187 Bellbrook Ave., Xenia, OH 45385.
We publish annual activity information so the community can see how our programs are being used.
View Annual Statistics →Humane Society of Greene County
Every report, volunteer hour, donation, foster connection, bag of pet food and spay/neuter appointment helps reduce suffering and improve the lives of animals in Greene County.
Humane Society of Greene County
187 Bellbrook Ave.
Xenia, OH 45385
General office: 937-376-3001
Livestock neglect reports: 937-917-4374
Independent nonprofit organization, run by volunteers. HSGC does not operate an animal shelter.