Central Vermont Humane Society

I have never been more disappointed in an organization in my life. This humane society allowed me to adopt a cat under false pretenses, claiming that her disability (she came to me with a head tilt) was the result of "abuse" she had experienced at a former residence. They told me she had been kicked in the head, but has since fully healed from the injury, having a head tilt as a result.

I adopted her and fell in love with her. I took her to a general practitioner for a regular check up and they informed me that she had not one, but two ear tumors, one in each ear. Not only is this the actual cause of her head tilt, but it requires intensive surgical removal, costing me upwards of $10k after taking her to a referral center for treatment.

After reviewing her paperwork from CVHS, it became apparent to me that she was seen by a CVHS doctor and treated for ear infections that are a symptom of this issue. There is no doubt in my mind that their doctor should have been able to see the issue during that time. After contacting them regarding the issue, they were extremely rude and implied blame on myself for not obtaining pet insurance.

I am now scrambling to obtain the funds I need to pay for my Helen's surgery, anticipating to be thousands of dollars in debt. I am floored by CVHS's lack of professionalism, inadequate medical treatment of their animals, and their misinformation regarding the animals they are adopting out. Please do not adopt from here.

People were friendly, answered every. Question. Went for one dog came home with another. They didnt mind I changed mine

This organization decided that it was okay to give my personal contact information to a complete stranger after I reached out to them. I would strongly recommend driving to a different county for services, like Homeward Bound in Addison County. Absolutely appalled that an organization would do that. Avoid them at all costs.

My cats were stolen and this place adopted them out. They fixed and chipped my female cats and sold them back to me. My two male cats were adopted in late November of this year. The humane society knows they are my cats and still continues with their adoption. My kids are heartbroken. I guess anything for $500 bucks right!

We adopted our Buddy from this wonderful place. We are in love with him. The fee is so worth all that they do for the dog. They even helped us with a few questions we had. They really care about the animals they bvb take in.

I have 2 rescues from them. Easy adoption and they are fixed, chipped, etc. You do get a great deal and save a pet. They should listen to the customers a little more as I did try and adopt one and she was mean. And I knew she was a one cat only, from the moment I brought her inside. I brought her back and told them. She said, I didn't give it enough time and it was my cats. I know cats too. So, she was adopted to be brought back again. If they had listened, could of spared her going through that.

This group of people do the most important work anywhere. And it's been a tough year. Please support this office.

Adopted a cat here and nobody is allowed inside due to Covid so unfortunately I never got to see this awesome cat room everybody speaks of but the adoption process was pretty straight forward. I could tell that they really know all of the animals there. Over the phone they matched us with a wonderful sweet cat that fits into our family perfectly. He has adjusted well and just such a pleasure to have him. Great with my kids and with my other cat as well. I couldn't ask for a better cat.

The facility itself is nice, and most of the workers are friendly. The animals are well cared for, and have plenty of visitors giving them a lot of love. This guy is chilling, looking out into the kitty patio. Not so bad! I do think the cost of adoption is a bit high, as compared to other places where I've gotten my pets before. They do seem to still be able to move animals through pretty quickly anyway. Good place to go love on some kittens.

Staff really care about their animals and want them to go to a home that is best for them. Animals come to you spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, free of fleas, with 1 month of pet insurance and a microchip. My pup even has a 6 week training class. Note that you should arrive at least 1 hour before close and fill out an application ahead of you want to meet a dog, and it helps to call ahead. Also they do not provide collars/leashes free but you can buy them. Thank you CVHS!