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Open Hours

We will be closed on Easter Sunday (April 17). Heritage Humane Society is open from 12 PM – 4:30 PM daily. If you have questions prior to visiting, please email or call us. 757-221-0150 ext.0 or [email protected].
Please note all adoptions are facilitated on a first come, first served basis.
Monday 12 PM – 4:30 PM 
Tuesday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 4:30 PM

Surrender Hours 

Please call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment (757-221-0150 ext.0). Stray animals do not require an appointment.
Monday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Thursday: :30 AM – 11 AM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 11 AM

Contact Us

Heritage Humane Society
430 Waller Mill Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone: (757) 221-0150
Email: [email protected]
We are located down Waller Mill Road, just past Waller Mill Elementary School.
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Emergencies:

If there is an EMERGENCY or you need assistance after our normal business hours please contact your local animal control office.
  • James City Animal Control 757-565-0370
  • York County Animal Control 757-890-3601
  • Peninsula Regional Shelter (Hampton/Newport News)  757-933-9265
  • New Kent Animal Control 804-966-9500
  • Gloucester Animal Control 804-693-5290
  • Charles City Animal Control  804-829-9265
  • Peninsula Emergency Vet Clinc 757-874-8115 (Yorktown)
  • Animal Emergency Center 757-234-0461 (Yorktown)

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    Open Hours
    • Open Daily from 12 PM - 4:30 PM.
    Surrender Hours
    • Please call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment (757-221-0150 ext.0). Our surrender hours are frpm 8:30 AM - 11 AM, by appointment only. Stray animals do not require an appointment, but when possible please call ahead.
    Contact Information
    • Heritage Humane Society
    • 430 Waller Mill Road
    • Williamsburg, VA 23185
    • 757-221-0150
    • [email protected]
    Heritage Humane Heritage Humane
    • Adopt
      • Adopt a Dog or Puppy
      • Adopt A Cat or Kitten
      • Adopt a Small Pet
      • Career Cats
      • Adoption Process
        • Adoption Fees
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • What to Expect When Adopting
    • DONATE
      • Donate Online
      • Coffee Table Book
      • Whiskey’s Wish
      • Planned Giving
      • Bricks & Pavers
      • Wish List
    • Events
      • Event Calendar
      • Host a Fundraiser
      • FURever 8k, 5k, and Pet Run
      • Tails on the Trail
      • Animal Camp
      • Drool in the Pool
      • Golf Classic – Make Par for Pets
      • Spring in Bloom Online Auction
    • Get Involved
      • Volunteer
        • How to Become a Volunteer
        • Alternative Volunteer Opportunities
        • Volunteer FAQ’s
        • Volunteer Sign In Portal
        • PetSmart Calendar
      • Auxiliary
        • Join the Auxiliary
        • Auxiliary Programs & Events
      • Foster Volunteers
        • Foster FAQ’s
      • Fido Field Trips
    • Programs & Services
      • Retail Store
      • Dog Training Classes
      • Kibble Kitchen
      • Lost Pet Report
      • Admissions
        • Surrender A Pet
        • Stray Pets
        • Injured Wildlife
        • Which Pets We Accept
      • Community Service
      • Low Cost Spay/Neuter Information
    • About Us
      • Contact Us & Directions
      • Carolee Vitaletti Art
      • Leadership Team Directory
      • Board of Directors
      • Impact Reports & Financial Statements
      • Blog
      • Employment Opportunities
    • Shop
    Our Mission: Heritage Humane Society serves as compassionate stewards of homeless pets that are in transition from stray/surrender to forever homes. We serve to educate the public about humane animal care and treatment, advocate animal welfare, and provide affordable adoption services.
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