Creating forever families since 1974

PEIHS Alerts

A Request for Patience

August 2025 The PEI Humane Society is working under significant pressure and is over capacity. Here’s a peek behind the curtain as to why… We...

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PEI Dog Owner’s Act

The PEI Dog Owner's Act comes into effect on Prince Edward Island on November 1, 2025. This new piece of legislation aims to strengthen and clarify...

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A Request for Patience

August 2025 The PEI Humane Society is working under significant pressure and is over capacity. Here’s a peek behind the curtain as to why… We...

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Reporting Process

Concerns reported to Animal Protection Officers are handled individually. When investigating a complaint, an officer may visit the home or location...

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2023 at a glance…

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About the Prince Edward Island Humane Society

The PEI Humane Society is the Island’s only shelter for homeless, injured and lost companion animals.

We are a registered charitable organization that assists over 1,600 companion animals each year.

We provide a number of companion animal services:

  • an adoption program
  • lost and found companion animal services
  • emergency housing for animals belonging to this in crisis
  • 24 hour response for animals in distress
  • investigation of animal welfare complaints
  • enforcing legislation and bylaws for animal control

Learn more about PEIHS