About Us
Founded in 1964, the Humane Society of the Nature Coast, Inc is a private, no time limit, 501c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue and health of orphaned, surrendered, and abandoned pets. All pets who reside at the shelter or in a HSNC approved foster home are spayed or neutered, have age-appropriate vaccines, and receive parasite prevention. We work every day to find alternatives to save lives and find forever homes for homeless pets.
We are proud to serve the people and animals of the Nature Coast , which includes Hernando, Pasco, and Citrus counties, with a variety of programs and services.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to provide a safe haven, resources, and love for animals in need while promoting pet welfare and sterilization to achieve a no-kill Society.
Funded by
Community Support
The HSNC has no connection to any other local, county, or national agency. We receive our income primarily from donations and endowments.
The HSNC is not controlled by any national organization. Rather we are governed by a local board of directors.”
Hours and Locations
Administrative Hours
Mon – Tues
9am – 5pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thurs – Sat
9am – 5pm
Sunday
11am – 5pm
Adoption Hours
Mon – Tues
11am – 5pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thurs – Sun
11am – 5pm
Leadership
GEORGIONNA WAITE
Shelter Manager
CASSIE UITDENHOWEN
Director of Operations
Charley Harris
Office Manager
Sara Marek
Medical Coordinator
Board of Directors
Lori Bainum
Director
Lisa Judge
Vice President
RANDI Zavrel
President
SCOTT Toner
Secretary
Paul Montante
Treasurer
Staff
Caitlin Valz
Front Desk Lead & Animal Care Technician
Autumn Van Tassel
Animal Care Technician
Jeremy Rowe
Animal Care Technician