Slide
Welcome to APS-FH!
Slide
Why adopt?
Looking for a new friend? Make an appointment to come meet our incredible pets awaiting their forever homes.
Slide
You had us at meow.
Each year about 90 kittens find their way to forever homes with your help. Thank you!
Slide
We can’t do this alone, can you help?
There’s many ways you can support our efforts in the care and adoption of our sweet shelter pets.
previous arrow
next arrow

Providing compassionate care and brighter futures for homeless animals.

Our four-legged friends have healthy appetites. They also have special needs while being temporarily housed in kennels, waiting for their “forever” home. Your generosity has always been appreciated, and our furry friends hope that you will continue to help.

The San Juan Community Foundation is once again hosting their county fair giving campaign – SJI Cares to support the many nonprofit organizations in our community. 

APS-FH is excited to be participating in the Giving Campaign. This year, we hope to raise $10,000 to help provide healthy nourishment and enrichment care (food, beds, blankets, scratching posts, treats, chews and toys) to our shelter animals for the coming year. Imagine what you spend on your pet, then multiply it by 500 – the number of dogs and cats we care for each year!  Our actual food and enrichment budget totals almost $17,000 annually.

With your help, we will be able to meet this goal!
Donations will be accepted now through midnight, Sunday, August 18th

county fair donation match dog

Watch Irene’s Story

Please help make this holiday season brighter for the animals in need.

Search for your new friend here.

There are many places to acquire a dog or a cat, but our shelter provides adoption matchmaking services that help you find the right pet for your family and household. Before you adopt your companion animal from us, the Animal Protection Society will:

  • Treat the pet for internal and external parasites
  • Give them all initial vaccinations
  • Spay or neuter the pet
  • Test all cats for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

Beyond all that, animals at the shelter are lovingly cared for, socialized, and observed for all possible behavioral and health problems. We care about our friends, and it shows! Learn more.

How You Can Help

Donate

Outright donations help us feed and take care of the shelter pets. They also help us maintain our facilities and keep the lights on. Make a one-time donation or a monthly donation of any amount.

Volunteer

Volunteer opportunities are many, just to name a few: walking dogs, trapping feral cats, general shelter cleaning, medical clinic support, fostering pets, and volunteering at our Treasure Hounds store.

Treasure Hounds

Shopping at our upscale retail thrift store is another way to support us, so is donating gently used household furnishings, home goods & decor to Treasure Hounds.

Latest Shelter News

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons

**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work!

🐈‍⬛ Voodoo needs to become a barn cat ASAP! 🐈‍⬛ The little black cat is *so ready* to leave the animal shelter and explore a new environment! Does your farm or ranch need natural pest control? Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158 pronto, and ask for Brittney or Abby.

APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth.

If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.

Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies.
... See MoreSee Less

**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work!

🐈‍⬛ Voodoo needs to become a barn cat ASAP! 🐈‍⬛ The little black cat is *so ready* to leave the animal shelter and explore a new environment! Does your farm or ranch need natural pest control? Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158 pronto, and ask for Brittney or Abby.

APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth. 

If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.

Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies.

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Charlotte Crosby

**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work! Misty is still available.

Is your farm or ranch in need of natural pest control? You’re in luck right now, because the animal shelter has two barn cats — Voodoo (all black) and Misty (black with white) — waiting for their new home.

APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth.

If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.

Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies.

Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158, and ask for Abby or Brittney.

#BarnCat #WorkingCat #AdoptACat #AnimalShelter #APSFH #FridayHarbor
... See MoreSee Less

**UPDATE!** Voodoo has been rehomed to a barn to get to work! Misty is still available.

Is your farm or ranch in need of natural pest control? You’re in luck right now, because the animal shelter has two barn cats — Voodoo (all black) and Misty (black with white) — waiting for their new home.

APS-FH works with residents to trap, neuter and release outdoor, free-roaming, unowned cats, known as community cats. This TNR collaboration also tries to socialize young neutered cats but might miss that window of opportunity in a cat’s growth. 

If a critter reveals resistance to domesticated life, APS prefers to rehome it as a barn cat or “working cat.” Potential adopters have to provide an enclosed, secure space for three weeks while the new arrival adjusts to and fully adopts its different environment.

Farmers and ranchers who qualify as low-income and adopt barn cats can receive assistance from APS-FH Pet Food Pantry. Based at Treasure Hounds at 365-C Spring St. in Friday Harbor, the pantry operates every other Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and offers food and basic supplies.

Please call APS-FH at 360-378-2158, and ask for Abby or Brittney.

#BarnCat #WorkingCat #AdoptACat #AnimalShelter #APSFH #FridayHarborImage attachment

Don't forget to go by Printshop today to get your awesome local gear and choose us as your charity! 100% of your purchase will go towards helping homeless pets! Our Assistant Director has fun picking out lots of great shirts. They are open until 6 so you still have time!

Show us what you got in the comments!
... See MoreSee Less

Dont forget to go by Printshop today to get your awesome local gear and choose us as your charity!  100% of your purchase will go towards helping homeless pets!  Our Assistant Director has fun picking out lots of great shirts.  They are open until 6 so you still have time!  

Show us what you got in the comments!

Chubs wants to remind you to shop the Print the Town event tomorrow (11/11) at @printshopnorthwest in Friday Harbor and choose Animal Protection Society Friday Harbor to help us get our part of the $10,000 dollars! That's a lot of kitty kibble!

100% of your purchase goes towards a non-profit and Chubs hopes you'll pick us. He says to come by Tuesday wearing your Printshop gear for free snuggles with him! Just kidding, he'll snuggle with you any time you come by. Take home a cool new shirt on Monday and come take him home Tuesday!

#animalovers #givingbacktothecommunity #sanjuanislands #shoplocal #fundraising #givingback #sanjuanisland #apsfh #veteransday #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #APSFH #adopt #shoptogive #fridayharbor #supportAPSFH #adoptarescue #apsfhpets #sheltercat #seniorcat #straycat #adoption #adoptacat #rescuecats #adoptarescuecat #catsofinstagram #seniorcatsofinstagram #shelterpets #catsforadoption #adoptasheltercat #RescuePets
... See MoreSee Less

Chubs wants to remind you to shop the Print the Town event tomorrow (11/11) at @printshopnorthwest in Friday Harbor and choose Animal Protection Society Friday Harbor to help us get our part of the $10,000 dollars!  Thats a lot of kitty kibble!  

100% of your purchase goes towards a non-profit and Chubs hopes youll pick us.  He says to come by Tuesday wearing your Printshop gear for free snuggles with him!  Just kidding, hell snuggle with you any time you come by. Take home a cool new shirt on Monday and come take him home Tuesday!

#animalovers #givingbacktothecommunity #sanjuanislands #shoplocal #fundraising #givingback #sanjuanisland #apsfh #veteransday #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #APSFH #adopt #shoptogive #fridayharbor #supportAPSFH #adoptarescue #apsfhpets #sheltercat #seniorcat #straycat #adoption #adoptacat #rescuecats #adoptarescuecat #catsofinstagram #seniorcatsofinstagram #shelterpets #catsforadoption #adoptasheltercat #RescuePetsImage attachment

We love everything @printshopnorthwest prints - such amazing designs. Let us know if you need some more models; we know a few cats and dogs who would be SO cute on a T-shirt or shopping bag!
Don't forget to shop on 11/11 to support APS Friday Harbor with your purchase!
#fridayharbor #APSFH #shoplocal #supportAPSFH #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #veteransday #givingbacktothecommunity #givingback #shoptogive #sanjuanislands #apsfh #sanjuanisland #adopt #adoptarescuepup #adoptarescue #rescuedogsrock #adoptarescuedog #fundraising
... See MoreSee Less

We love everything @printshopnorthwest prints - such amazing designs.  Let us know if you need some more models; we know a few cats and dogs who would be SO cute on a T-shirt or shopping bag!
Dont forget to shop on 11/11 to support APS Friday Harbor with your purchase!  
 #fridayharbor #APSFH #shoplocal #supportAPSFH #supportyourlocalanimalshelter #veteransday #givingbacktothecommunity #givingback #shoptogive #sanjuanislands #apsfh #sanjuanisland #adopt #adoptarescuepup #adoptarescue #rescuedogsrock #adoptarescuedog #fundraisingImage attachment

You can support APS Friday Harbor by buying awesome new printed items from @printshopnorthwest at its store downtown: 110 First St., between 10a and 6p!
Name APS-FH as the non-profit of your choice, and 100% of your purchase will go to support all the shelter cats and dogs.
Which design are you going to get? We're thinking we might need a new fox shirt!

#ShelterDog #ShelterCat #APSFH #ShopLocal #FridayHarbor #APSFHpets #ShopToGive #VeteransDay #SupportYourLocalAnimalShelter #SupportAPSFH #GivingBackToTheCommunity #GivingBack
... See MoreSee Less

You can support APS Friday Harbor by buying awesome new printed items from @printshopnorthwest at its store downtown: 110 First St., between 10a and 6p! 
Name APS-FH as the non-profit of your choice, and 100% of your purchase will go to support all the shelter cats and dogs.
Which design are you going to get? Were thinking we might need a new fox shirt!

#ShelterDog #ShelterCat #APSFH #ShopLocal #FridayHarbor #APSFHpets #ShopToGive #VeteransDay #SupportYourLocalAnimalShelter #SupportAPSFH #GivingBackToTheCommunity #GivingBack

Pet Spotlight: Rhea!
Age: ~7 years Sex: Female Breed: German Shepherd mix
Origin: Lubbock, Texas Weight: ~67 lbs
Personality: sociable with dogs, cats and children; eager to train; affectionate with caregivers; a ray of sunshine!
Energy Level: easy-going, medium energy
Likes: ALL the treats, belly scritches, “sniffari” safaris
Dislikes: dogs who might take my treats, people who don’t offer enough treats, the lack of sufficient treats in my life.

Midlife can challenge the best of us, no? I’m prone to comfort eating if given the chance. And FYI: I don’t want to share food with canine companions.
UPDATE: The medical staff want you to know I have an underlying autoimmune condition that could be triggered by stressful medical procedures but is not a daily concern or something that dampens my spirits in the least!
When I came to Friday Harbor, the staff treated me for some medical issues and now give me a clean bill of health. They've praised my upbeat attitude during treatment — go, me!
With my future crew, I totally want to share outdoor adventures! We will have a fantastic time on walks where I can indulge my nosework hobby.
Cozy time appeals to me, too. With folks who really get me, I might put my paw on your shoulder, stare at you with love in my eyes and share soft kisses on your cheek. And if you decide to give me tummy rubs but stop before I’m ready, I’ll put your hand back on my belly to let you know we’re not done yet.
Want to meet me? Please fill out this adoption application!
www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application/
... See MoreSee Less

Pet Spotlight: Rhea!
Age: ~7 years  Sex: Female  Breed: German Shepherd mix
Origin: Lubbock, Texas  Weight: ~67 lbs
Personality: sociable with dogs, cats and children; eager to train; affectionate with caregivers; a ray of sunshine!
Energy Level: easy-going, medium energy
Likes: ALL the treats, belly scritches, “sniffari” safaris
Dislikes: dogs who might take my treats, people who don’t offer enough treats, the lack of sufficient treats in my life.

Midlife can challenge the best of us, no? I’m prone to comfort eating if given the chance. And FYI:  I don’t want to share food with canine companions. 
UPDATE: The medical staff want you to know I have an underlying autoimmune condition that could be triggered by stressful medical procedures but is not a daily concern or something that dampens my spirits in the least!
When I came to Friday Harbor, the staff treated me for some medical issues and now give me a clean bill of health. Theyve praised my upbeat attitude during treatment — go, me!
With my future crew, I totally want to share outdoor adventures! We will have a fantastic time on walks where I can indulge my nosework hobby. 
Cozy time appeals to me, too. With folks who really get me, I might put my paw on your shoulder, stare at you with love in my eyes and share soft kisses on your cheek. And if you decide to give me tummy rubs but stop before I’m ready, I’ll put your hand back on my belly to let you know we’re not done yet.
Want to meet me? Please fill out this adoption application!
https://www.apsfh.com/adoption-program/canine-application/

8 CommentsComment on Facebook

she’s just the sweetest!

She’s THE BEST girl🥰

Rhea is such an angel ❤️❤️

View more comments

Meet our adoptable cats! ... See MoreSee Less

Meet our adoptable cats!Image attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

2 CommentsComment on Facebook

such purrrr-fect little babies!!!

These photos are wonderful! What a great post Abby Groszek at Animal Protection Society of Friday Harbor

Meet our adoptable dogs! ... See MoreSee Less

Meet our adoptable dogs!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

4 CommentsComment on Facebook

All of those pups are amazing and just want a special someone to love them like they will love you!

All of them are beautiful Brenna Libby Holi & Rhea❤ and Handsome Remi🩵 I pray. 🙏🏼That each of these dogs find great loving HOMES.,. 😍

i love them all so much!

Load more

We are hiring!

Happily Home Stories

Senior Dogs at APS-FH Fetch Grant

Friday Harbor –Old dogs have something to wag about this summer, as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at the Animal Protection Society-Friday…
Princess

Happily Home “Princess”

If you visited our shelter in February 2023, it was very likely that you met senior dog, Princess.
Gizmo Happily Home

Happily Home “Gizmo”

Gizmo had been with us for ~1.5 years, and in that time had amassed quite the fan base.
Tazzy

Happily Home “Tazzy”

You found yourself a fantastic family that will love and care for you for the rest of your years!

Happily Home “Smudge”

Another great ‘Senior to Senior’ adoption!

Did you know 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime?