Shelter Needs
Dogs: Wet, Purina One Food, Large Milk Bones, Kongs
Cats: Wet and Dry Kitten Food of any Brand
Cat Treats
Dry Cat Food: Purina or Iams Indoor Formula, Kitten Chow, and Special Diet
Large, 33 gallon, and 13 gallon trash Bags, Tide Pods, Odoban, Disinfect wipes, copy paper.
Any and All donations are greatly appreciated by our staff and furry friends. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter or at any Forte Coffee Location.
Holiday at the Shelter - Vendor Sign-Up
We’re inviting pet-related businesses and local makers to join us for a holiday event at the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan! Showcase your work, connect with fellow animal lovers, and help us create a fun holiday experience for the community. All with the common goal of bringing attention to the animals at our shelter!
Read Our E-Newsletter!
October 2026 E-Newsletter →
Shop our Amazon store
Did you know that with just a push of a button, you can go directly to the Humane Society's Amazon Wish List and have needed items sent directly to the shelter? Please shop our store at Amazon which gives up credit dollars for the shelter.
Memorials and Donations
Wish to make a donation in memory of a loved one or a one time donation? Just scan this QR code or call us at 269-927- 3303.
We are building!
Watch as the Mary C. Grish Community Pet Center is being built. This will be an all-purpose building benefiting the entire community to be opening in the fall.
Our Facility
5400 Niles Road
St Joseph, MI 49085
Tue - Fri, 11am - 5pm
Saturday, 10am - 2pm
Sunday & Monday, Closed