Monthly Archives June 2019

HSHV receives 8th consecutive Charity Navigator rating and 4 Best of Washtenaw awards, including Best Non Profit

HSHV receives 8th consecutive Charity Navigator rating and 4 Best of Washtenaw awards, including Best Non Profit

June 19, 2019 | Comments Off on HSHV receives 8th consecutive Charity Navigator rating and 4 Best of Washtenaw awards, including Best Non Profit

(June 17, 2019) – HSHV recently received several accolades. HSHV’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it an eighth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator.  Only 4% of evaluated charities have received at least 8 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that the Humane Society of Huron Valley outperforms most other charities in America. Since 2002, Charity Navigator has awarded only the most fiscally responsible organizations a 4-star rating.  This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator sets Humane Society of Huron Valley apart from its peers and demonstrates to the public its careful stewardship
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Cuddle Monster

Cuddle Monster

June 19, 2019 | Comments Off on Cuddle Monster

After getting our first house, we were beginning the process of rescuing a dog to help fill our home. Both my wife Bernadette and I grew up with dogs. I grew up with a Miniature Poodle, and my wife grew with a rescue Border Collie. We were in line at an adoption event a local rescue was holding for a few German Shepherd puppies when we got a text message from one of our friends to check HSHV’s website for a Beagle puppy and a young Husky mix up for adoption. So we rushed over from the adoption event about
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The Pup who saved Grace

The Pup who saved Grace

June 19, 2019 | Comments Off on The Pup who saved Grace

Our daughter Grace was struggling with depression and feeling unloved. We struggled with medication, counseling and tough love, but nothing was helping her. We saw the Love Train was coming, so we surprised Grace and brought her over to see if she’d like a puppy! She was so excited. She quickly chose Bonnie, and suddenly had someone to give love to and get love from. Grace has come around to a happier way of life. Her grades have improved, and she looks forward to getting home each day to play with her Coko. This sweet little girl brought a light
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Ben Gives Back

Ben Gives Back

June 14, 2019 | Comments Off on Ben Gives Back

Ben decided that he didn’t need any more toys – but the animals at the Humane Society of Huron Valley sure do! Ben asked his friends to donate items for the animals instead of asking for birthday presents at his party this year. Ben came to the shelter and brought tons of toys for our homeless cats and dogs, along with food, treats, towels, and even money. Thank you to Ben for showing such kindness to the animals this year on your birthday, we appreciate it!
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Fundraising by Sofia and Frankie

Fundraising by Sofia and Frankie

June 14, 2019 | Comments Off on Fundraising by Sofia and Frankie

Sofie and Frankie are siblings who absolutely love animals and HSHV! They have two labs at home, Brooklyn and Harlow, who they care a lot about. So the girls decided to give to the dogs that are staying at the Humane Society until they find their own forever homes. Sofie and Frankie held a fundraiser at their Dad’s work, and brought in a very generous donation. Thank you to these two dog lovers for giving back!
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Mia Helps Animals Feel at Home

Mia Helps Animals Feel at Home

June 14, 2019 | Comments Off on Mia Helps Animals Feel at Home

Mia recently celebrated her 10th birthday, and at her party instead of gifts she asked for donations to the Humane Society! Mia came to HSHV and brought a carload of dog and cat food, tons of toys, litter, and even money. Mia said she gave this generous donation because she “wanted the dogs and cats to feel at home” here. Thank you Mia for showing kindness to all of our animals!
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Disease on the rise in Washtenaw County wildlife, pets

Disease on the rise in Washtenaw County wildlife, pets

June 6, 2019 | Comments Off on Disease on the rise in Washtenaw County wildlife, pets

Raccoons acting strangely. Skunks wobbling around. The Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) is reporting a significant increase in Washtenaw County wildlife with distemper and parvovirus, diseases that can be deadly to pets if they’re not vaccinated.
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Troop 40599 Helps Our Pets

Troop 40599 Helps Our Pets

June 5, 2019 | Comments Off on Troop 40599 Helps Our Pets

The Girl Scouts of Troop 40599 had a brainstorm about which service project they wanted to help out. They ended up deciding that they wanted to donate to HSHV! These girls got together money from their Girl Scout Cookie sales, along with collecting cozy blankets for our animals to be comfy in their stay here. The troop then had a visit to the shelter, and came in with all of their donations. Thank you Troop 40599 for your kind help for the animals!
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