Our Mission
The Coulee Region Humane Society promotes the humane treatment of all animals and fosters positive human – animal relations.
This mission embodies our aim to meet and exceed the highest standards of care for all animals, including pets and wildlife. It encompasses the goal of continuing and enhancing our status as a valued community resource and go-to destination to learn about animal welfare and ethical treatment. Our mission also honors the mutually beneficial relationship between people and their pets.
Our Vision
The Coulee Region Humane Society will be the trusted community resource and regional leader in enhancing the welfare of all animals.
Our vision encompasses every aspiration of a successful animal welfare organization. It encourages us to grow by expanding meaningful relationships with adopters, donors, pet owners, veterinarians, and the community at large. Embodied in this vision, we will expand services, maintain and enhance financial stability, and achieve continual improvements in animal well-being.
Core Values
Compassion: Show kindness to all living beings
Integrity: Be transparent in all we do. Maintain a solid foundation of trust by being open and honest
Respect: Recognize the inherent worth and dignity of every living being
Resourcefulness: Encourage creativity in seeking out new ideas and solutions
Community: Collaborate with people and organizations to cultivate a more humane world
Stewardship: Exhibit fiscal responsibility to ensure the future of our organization
Discover the Coulee Region Humane Society.
We are the designated stray-holding facility in La Crosse County; Animal Control works on site at our facility.
Our organization is a Managed Admissions shelter for La Crosse County residents. This means that we take in all stray animals from young to old, healthy to sick, friendly to aggressive, small to large, etc., allowing every animal a safe refuge regardless of its circumstance. However, we manage our intake by scheduling owner surrenders by appointment to make sure there is room in our facility for the new animal.
We accept surrendered pets when they no longer can be kept regardless of their circumstance. This service is free for La Crosse County residents.
Our shelter offers licensing services through the Coulee Region Animal Control Protection & Rescue department.
Our Spay Neuter Assistance Program, otherwise known as SNAP, offers financial assistance to income-eligible pet owners in La Crosse County to spay or neuter their pet.
Our Humane Education programs teach humane care, safety around animals and species-specific information to local schools, Girls and Boys Clubs, Big Brothers Big Sisters, etc.
Working Cat Program
Our Working Cat Program helps place cats not suited for traditional adoption into environments where they can thrive with a unique job and live out the rest of their lives.
Foster Care
Foster care is the most direct way you can impact the life of a shelter animal. We provide training and assistance while you provide love, daily care, and a warm, comfy place to stay.
