About Us

Phoenix Humane Society of Greater Cattaraugus, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to protecting and improving the lives of animals in Cattaraugus County and beyond. Formed in response to a growing crisis of local animal neglect, cruelty, and abandonment, we focus on the animals already here in our community—particularly those most often overlooked or underserved.

While we support adoption and rescue efforts, our organization also plays a vital role as a municipal sheltering partner. We work closely with Dog Control Officers from both contracted and non-contracted municipalities to provide care and housing for stray, abandoned, unclaimed, and owner-surrendered dogs. Many of the animals we take in have come from cruelty investigations, often requiring urgent medical and behavioral support.

With a small, dedicated shelter facility and a growing network of foster homes, we care for dogs, cats, birds, and other domestic animals. We do not import animals from out of state. Our focus is local—on the pets found along rural roadsides, in neglected homes, or surrendered by families in crisis.

Our board of directors is entirely volunteer-based. No member receives compensation, and every donation directly supports the animals in our care: covering food, veterinary expenses, shelter maintenance, and transport. We also offer low-cost vaccination clinics and community outreach programs to help families keep their pets healthy and safe.

With the support of compassionate individuals, local governments, and regional rescue partners, we’re working every day to provide second chances and raise the standard of care for animals across Cattaraugus County.