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Support Animals in Canyon County

Thank You!

In less than 48 hours the amount of support showed for WVHS and the animals of Canyon County was tremendous. With over 190 letters of support you have painted a clear picture of the care animals deserve and your trust in our mission. 

We want to thank you, and Canyon County for the opportunity to continue to support them. This page will stay active but at this time we are pausing the submission form. 

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However your voice always matters! Please reach out to help@westvalleyhumanesociety.org for feedback or reach out to county officials at:
Canyon County - BOCC@canyconcounty.id.gov

City of Caldwell - mayorsoffice@cityofcaldwell.org
City of Nampa - mayor@cityofnampa.us

West Valley Humane Society has been proudly serving the people and pets of Canyon County since 2011—providing compassionate care, reuniting families, and protecting public health and safety.

Now, we need your voice.
 

We’re asking Canyon County to continue funding the critical services we provide for unincorporated areas—but we can’t do it without your support. By signing the letter below, you’re letting county leaders know that humane, cost-effective animal care matters to you and your community.
 

🖊 Sign your name. Make your voice heard. Help us protect the animals—and people—of Canyon County.

Once submitted, your message of support will be shared with the County Commissioners ahead of their funding decision.

Urge municipal leaders to provide appropriate funding!

Ask your Canyon County leaders to move lifesaving forward and provide the funding needed to save more lives.

 

Send a personalized message now.

Sample language is provided but we encourage you to customize your message!

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Create Your Letter of Support

What is your affiliation to WVHS/Canyon County?

As a [resident of Canyon County / adopter / community partner / volunteer / business leader], I am writing to express my strong support for West Valley Humane Society’s FY2026 funding request and to urge Canyon County to continue and expand its financial partnership with this vital organization.

Since 2011, West Valley Humane Society (WVHS) has served as the cornerstone of animal care and control in our community—providing essential services such as stray intake, lost pet reunification, adoptions, and emergency care for animals in need. Their efforts not only improve the lives of animals but also benefit our entire community through public safety, responsible pet ownership education, and access to compassionate services.

Over the past year, WVHS has undergone a transformational period—rebuilding leadership, implementing stronger financial oversight, and launching critical infrastructure improvements to restore stability and sustainability. The organization has reduced operating costs by 36%, engaged new partnerships, increased transparency, and realigned operations to better meet both contract obligations and community expectations.

Despite a growing population and increasing demands, WVHS has continued to stretch limited funding with remarkable efficiency. Their ability to operate on a lean budget—while still offering 24/7 support for animal control officers and residents—underscores their value to the County.

Without this partnership, the burden of care and control would fall back on the County at significantly higher cost. WVHS is not only cost-effective but deeply embedded in the fabric of our community through its partnerships, volunteers, and outreach.

Thank you for your time, service, and consideration of this important matter.

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