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Change the life of those, who feel there is no hope.
The Midlands Humane Society, a nonprofit organization, has opened a state-of-the-art animal shelter to serve as the first humane society for Council Bluffs and the surrounding area! This shelter provides more room and modern facilities to promote adoption by that special child or adult searching for a new family member to love and be loved. Learn More
Contact Us
Midlands Humane Society 1020 Railroad Avenue, Suite A Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Directions In Council Bluffs: We are located on Railroad Avenue (the new extension way between Indian Hills Road and Railroad Hwy). Turn South by Bomgaars and we are on your right hand side, past the apartments. Coming from Omaha via I-80 E: Take exit 8 for US-6 toward Council Bluffs/Oakland, take left onto US-6/Kanesville Blvd, take left on Railroad Ave (By Bomgaars), destination will be on your right hand side past the apartments.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: 11am-3pm
*Closed the 3rd Wednesday of the month
Due to an uptick in Covid-19 positivity numbers, MHS is returning to an appointment-only basis until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this time of uncertainty.
Midlands Humane Society will require appointments for all forms of business, effective November 13 until otherwise noted. Please schedule an appointment by e-mailing info@midlandshumanesociety.org or calling 712.396.2270.
Please let us know if we can be of assistance by providing some pet food or other supplies.


