Welcome!
We’re so glad you’re here! At HSBC, we’re passionate about saving and protecting the lives of animals. Through education, advocacy, and encouraging social change, we work daily to strengthen the bond between humans and animals. Whether you're looking to adopt, volunteer, or learn more about our programs, you’re part of something special. Together, we’re creating a brighter future for animals in our community.
Adoptable Pets
How To Help?
Whether you volunteer, donate, or foster, every act of kindness brings hope to animals in need.
At the Humane Society of Bay County, we rely on the compassion and commitment of our community to continue our lifesaving work. Every abandoned, abused, or neglected animal that comes through our doors is given a second chance — and that’s only possible because of people like you.
When you choose to get involved, you become part of something bigger. Volunteering your time can help us care for animals, run outreach programs, and support adoptions. Donations help us provide food, shelter, medical care, and rehabilitation for animals who may have never known kindness. Fostering opens your home — and your heart — to animals who need a safe place to heal and grow while they wait for a forever family.
Whether you have a few hours, a few dollars, or a place in your home to share, your contribution can change lives — theirs and yours.
Upcoming Events
Annual Golf Outing
Get Ready to tee off at our annual Golf Tournament! Join us for a day of fun and friendly competition on the greens.
Beware the Flockening
Beware! The Flockening is coming this summer — feathers will fly and chaos will reign.
HSBC Annual Gala
November 8, 2025
We sure hope you will join us this year for an elegant evening of dinner, drinks, laughter and support.
More Info Coming Soon!
Testimonials
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, aka “Ruthie,” was adopted from our program at age 17. Ruthie has been with her new mom for over a year, and she says you would NEVER know she is 18 years old. She loves playing with her tiny stuffies and tucking herself into blankies.
Charlie is a 9-year-old chocolate lab who came to us Heartworm Positive. He is currently in our foster-to-adopt program, where his foster will ultimately adopt him after treatment is finished and he is neutered. He will live out the rest of his years comfortably and happily.
Lincoln and his littermates were surrendered as pups to HSBC in 2019. He is a beautiful Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix adopted by one of our volunteers. He’s spunky, energetic, and spoiled. He loves car rides with his mom, chewing, and long walks.
Esther came to us with a badly infected eye and Kidney Disease. It was decided that it would be best to remove the eye. After removing her eye and some hiccups in recovery, she was cleared to be adopted and was adopted almost instantly. This tiny beauty loves to play and is very vocal while doing so. Her favorite thing, though? A lap and a nap.
Charger was brought to us by Arenac County Animal Control after he was found with his face badly beaten. He was ready for his forever home after healing with one of our incredible fosters. Here, he lives in the lap of luxury and is so very loved.