Photo: St. Thomas Historical Trust
1957 · The beginning
Humble Beginnings
Started sheltering animals in hand-built stalls at the Fort Christian parking lot. A handful of volunteers, a handful of animals, and an idea that would outlive them all.
Who We Are
The Humane Society of St. Thomas.
Since 1957, we’ve been sheltering the abandoned animals of St. Thomas — providing safe haven, critical care, and new beginnings for thousands of abandoned and at-risk animals each year.
What drives us
Our mission since 1957.
We are dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of abused, abandoned and neglected homeless animals, placing them in loving, permanent homes while creating an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion.
Our mission—rooted in compassion, respect, and responsibility—began with a handful of visionary citizens who refused to ignore the suffering of stray and neglected animals across St. Thomas.
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Compassion
Every animal deserves love and care.
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Respect
Honoring the dignity of all living beings.
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Responsibility
Committed to our community's animals.
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Excellence
Providing the highest quality care.
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Collaboration
Working together for animal welfare.
Our Journey
From a parking lot in 1957 to today.
From humble beginnings to a modern campus and veterinary clinic.
1969 · A permanent home
First Facility
Moved to our first permanent facility in Estate Nadir. The first time the door we opened in 1957 had a real address.
2011 · A major expansion
Modern Campus
Opened a 4.7-acre campus with five major buildings, serving over 2,000 animals every year across St. Thomas.
2024 · Newest milestone
Veterinary Clinic
Opened our in-house surgical clinic — high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter surgeries available to families across St. Thomas.
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By the Numbers
Six decades of showing up.
The numbers behind sixty-nine years of caring for animals on St. Thomas.
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Animals pass through our doors each year
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Years of community service and advocacy
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Spay and Neuters performed in 2025
Our campus
A sanctuary for healing.
Our 4.7-acre campus features five major buildings and is home to 129 animals right now. We are continually striving to improve our facility and in 2024 we opened a much-needed veterinary clinic. This helps to ensure that preventive care, spaying, and neutering are available to every pet in need.
5 buildings
Major facilities
129 animals
In our care right now
2024 clinic
In-house surgery suite
4.7 acres
Room to heal and grow
Our legacy of compassion
A legacy of compassion, powered by members, donors, and volunteers like you.
Our funding comes almost entirely from donations and the good will of people who believe every life deserves love and respect. Standing as the only animal shelter for St. Thomas residents, we’ve provided over five decades of unwavering community service and advocacy.