Monthly Archives September 2020

BOW… Wow! We’re the Best of Washtenaw because of you!

BOW… Wow! We’re the Best of Washtenaw because of you!

September 14, 2020 | Comments Off on BOW… Wow! We’re the Best of Washtenaw because of you!

Only because of you can we do what we do! Save animals. Help people. And keep spreading the love. And every year, you push us to do better, and we couldn’t do that without you, either! (Check out our annual report here.) So we are thrilled not only to be nominated for several 2020 Best of Washtenaw and Family Favorites awards… but win them! You make us who we are, and we are so honored to share the news of these awards with you. WINNER: BEST ANIMAL NONPROFIT WINNER: BEST VETERINARIAN WINNER: BEST ACTIVIST – HSHV’S CEO TANYA HILGENDORF WINNER:
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The Force Comes To Our Galaxy

The Force Comes To Our Galaxy

September 11, 2020 | Comments Off on The Force Comes To Our Galaxy

Almost 4 years ago, Jedi kitties: Gingerbread Man (now Finn) and Clove (now Rey) came to our galaxy from HSHV. We all had heavy hearts with the passing of our Chewbacca-colored (Tortoiseshell) Cally of 18 1/2 years. We were just going to HSHV to “look” when Finn pulled us in with his Jedi skills. These bonded Jedi kitties have brought joy, warm snuggles and use their Jedi mind tricks daily to get dinner and treats early! We want to thank the entire HSHV staff for helping us adopt these two and bringing Finn and Rey to our galaxy! Gingerbread Man
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Birthday Money for the Animals

Birthday Money for the Animals

September 11, 2020 | Comments Off on Birthday Money for the Animals

Anica and Dolores are awesome kind kids! They love animals and want to care for animals when they grow up. Anica and Dolores donated birthday gift funds for medications, beds, food, and winter blankets for our animals!  Thank you for your kindness, Anica and Dolores!
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Lydia’s Flower Sale

Lydia’s Flower Sale

September 11, 2020 | Comments Off on Lydia’s Flower Sale

Lydia is awesome! They wanted to help out the cats at HSHV because they are Lydia’s favorite animal. Lydia decided to organize a flower sale. Lydia was able to raise and donate $54 to help our cats! Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity, Lydia!
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Building A Community Around Your Colony

Building A Community Around Your Colony

September 10, 2020 | Comments Off on Building A Community Around Your Colony

September 10, 2020 – Adding on to last month’s post on pre-scouting the area to help ID cats, another helpful step to take can be talking with members in the community about what they see and know about the cat population to help paint a fuller picture of the size/range of the population.   Before going out in the area it is best to be prepared with talking points on why TNR is the most effective and most humane way to reduce the cat population, and having handouts ready to give out is always a plus! At the very least
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Perfect Match!

Perfect Match!

September 10, 2020 | Comments Off on Perfect Match!

Jazz was abandoned and then isolated due to some possible health concerns. She must not have received as much love due to the possibility of being contagious. My husband and I were looking for a loving pet to bring into our home. We both saw her in her kennel kneading her paws, and instantly fell in love! She had some issues at first, but she is the most playful, loving kitty you will ever meet once she develops trust!!! Sherbert now Jazz
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Nala’s big comeback

Nala’s big comeback

September 10, 2020 | Comments Off on Nala’s big comeback

My girlfriend and I had been living together for a while and decided maybe we should go look at dogs. Originally, we both wanted a puppy but decided that would be a lot with our busy lives. We went a few times and didn’t see any dogs who were somewhat calm. The last time we went, we saw Nala (Patty at the time). She was very hesitant and shy, and it looked like she’d had babies recently. My girlfriend and I talked about it for a bit, and took her for a walk around their facility. Nala started off being
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The perfect addition to our family

The perfect addition to our family

September 9, 2020 | Comments Off on The perfect addition to our family

It’s only been a week and I already can’t imagine our lives without her! When we met Toast (formerly known as Caddie) at the shelter she crawled right into my lap and wanted endless head scratches and chin rubs. During her first few days at home she remained that extremely cuddly cat, but now her goofy personality is blooming: a ton of zoomies, lots of meowing and chirping, and so many cuddles. She’s completely adjusted to her new home with our two toddlers and we couldn’t be happier. Caddie now Toast
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I think we are both very Lucky

I think we are both very Lucky

September 9, 2020 | Comments Off on I think we are both very Lucky

Betty and I met at the Humane Society of Huron Valley 8 years ago. I was recently retired and Betty was recently abandoned. She has been a great addition to my life and hopefully vice versa. She has received excellent veterinary care at the HSHV Clinic, and fortunately – for her as well as me – she has been in good health her entire life. I hope we are together for many years to come. Poppy now Betty
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Dogs have a 3-second rule, too!

Dogs have a 3-second rule, too!

September 4, 2020 | Comments Off on Dogs have a 3-second rule, too!

  Most dogs enjoy petting, but even the cuddliest dog has times when simply not in the mood!  Prolonged touching can be overstimulating to some dogs, and can make others uncomfortable or stressed.  When dogs don’t feel able to move away – which they may not when in physical contact with us – they may resort to telling us to back off in less desirable ways. Give dogs a way of “opting in” to social contact by using the “3-second rule” of petting.  Pet for no more than three seconds, then stop.  Does the dog nudge you or move into
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