Alaska Humane Society

Thank you AK Humane Society for helping us find our new little kitty!
After a visit to an almost empty pound (kittywise) and a very small selection at Pet Zoo, we hit the Humane Society.
Okay, yes, it smells like cat pee in a big way, but for a good reason. This place is basically an open warehouse where the cats get to roam free. One side is a big, open room with two floors and some smaller, open rooms. It’s filled with cat beds, litter boxes, treats, and toys. This is a great setup for people looking to adopt because the cats can find you, come out on their own tems.
There’s also a front office where they keep kitties who need more socialization, and then a back room where they keep kitties in cages who are new, getting medical treatment, or who can’t be around other kitties. There were only about 5 in this room.
The volunteers were very helpful and knowledgeable, especially Brock. He seemed to know a lot about most of the cats, like their age, name, and temperament. He was forthright about details. For example, a few cats were known for fighting or biting, and he let us know that, which we appreciated. They all seem invested in the cat’s well being.
If you meet a cat you like, you can spend alone time with it. Just ask.
One word of caution: some of the kitties you meet belong to the volunteers or have already been paid for, so check before you decide the cat you met is the one. We found two others we liked first, but they were spoken for. All the better, though, because our Mila is a sweetheart.
Also, this place accepts cash and check only. I believe all cats there are given shots, spayed or neutered (if necessary), and micro-​chipped.
Whether you adopt here or elsewhere, if you are ready for a pet, rescuing a kitty companion or two is a great thing to do. The cats will thank you, and you’ll be happier for it.