humane society

noun

1. (often initial capital letter) an organization devoted to promoting humane ideals, especially with reference to the treatment of animals.

humane society

noun

1. an organization for promotion of humane ideals, esp in dealing with animals

Word History and Origins

Origin of humane society¹

First recorded in 1770–80

Example Sentences

Michael Gonzalez said his office contacted a local humane society and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife to report the creature.

From Los Angeles Times

The Leon County Humane Society, which had been caring for the dog before it was put in foster care, said that it had received hundreds of inquiries about Trooper.

From BBC

Gary Weitzman, head of the San Diego Humane Society, said it makes no sense that California’s law puts the onus on importers, some engaged in deceptive practices, to submit records showing how many dogs they bring into the state.

From Los Angeles Times

“To say I’m surprised and alarmed would be an understatement of epic proportions,” said Gary Weitzman, head of the San Diego Humane Society.

From Los Angeles Times

While working as a lobbyist on behalf of the Humane Society of the United States, she said she was able to obtain records in 2010 that detailed how California was driving demand from Missouri puppy mills.

From Los Angeles Times