The members of Girl Scout Troop #40919 are so kind! They are passionate about helping animals, especially the ones at HSHV. Members collected recycled materials and created a variety of dog and cat toys, then brought them to HSHV! Thank you so much, Troop #40919! We greatly appreciate your creative donation.
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Back in February this year, my 2 year old cat, Ellie Rose, suddenly passed away from a heart tumor. I was devastated and heartbroken for her loss. My other cat, Nala, was sad also, as her behavior changed. In early July I decided to go to HSHV and look at the kittens. Right in the main lobby I found a calico kitten. Once our eyes met, I fell in love. After snuggling her, it was a done deal. A few days later she was ready to go home. I named her Dinah, after the kitten in Alice in Wonderland. Dinah
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Age: 4 Sex: Male Breed: Shepherd Weight: 75 Pounds Condor started out a bit nervous here, but has opened up with staff and volunteers. He enjoys playing with stuffed toys and exploring the play yard. He cannot go with another dog, due to conflicts with the dog in a previous foster home. He has shown prey drive towards birds here, so he needs a home without any small critters (birds, small mammals). He doesn’t have any history with cats, so a separate space and slow introduction would be necessary, although he likely would do best in a home without them. He will need a
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Age: 1 Sex: Male Breed: Pit Mix Weight: 49 Pounds Pickles is a lovely boy who is easily overwhelmed by the sensory input of the shelter. He enjoys engaging in training and play in our quieter areas of the shelter, where he shows high energy and teenage rambunctiousness playing with toys or romping around. Pickles is currently on a prescription diet due to some skin issues and can seem sensitive when pet, but enjoys neck scratches when given a calm, trusting approach and opportunity for consent checks. Pickles would love to learn some basic skills outside of the shelter and has been practicing “sit” alongside
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Age: 1 Sex: Male Breed: Pit Mix Weight: 59 Pounds Myotis has been at the shelter since the beginning of August, so we would like to get him into a home environment. He is likely house-trained, as he keeps his kennel very clean. He was nervous at first, but has become a favorite of many staff members. He also loves carrying his favorite toys with him on his walks! He would need to meet dog siblings at the shelter before going to foster to make sure they are a good match. He needs a foster home without cats or small mammals due to prey drive seen
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Grace is very kind! For her birthday this year, Grace asked her family and friends to bring in donations for the animals at HSHV. Grace celebrated her birthday at HSHV and collected many items from the donation list including cat food, dog food, bedding, and toys. Thank you so much for thinking of the animals on your birthday, Grace! Happy Birthday!
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Evelyn, Hannah, Sonal, Elli, Amelia, Maya R., Maya B., Georgie, and Edith are such kind kids! They love animals and wanted to help the animal residents at HSHV. The members of Troop #40016 sold girl scout cookies, then used the funds to purchase supplies for the animals at HSHV. Members donated a variety of dog food, cat food, blankets, and quilts. Thank you so much, Troop #40016! We greatly appreciate your thoughtful donation.
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I came to HSHV in early August looking to adopt a kitten. As a first time adopter, I wasn’t really sure how the process worked. Luckily the staff was very kind and helpful and after doing some quick paperwork, I was able to go meet the cats. I went into one of the communal rooms with multiple cats, and there was one who wouldn’t leave my side. He wanted to play, cuddle, and stay by me. I took a photo of him and told HSHV that he was the one. After adopting him, Silas did take a few days to
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My mom wanted an orange kitty & I’ll admit, I was secretly looking for a big gray kitty that I wanted to call Julien after a character in Trailer Park Boys. Mom saw Ricky backed up in a small corner of his cage & that was that. Sure the sign said in essence this guy was bite-y. But, we didn’t think that would be a big deal since our other cat Pounce de Leon would nip us from time to time. The friendly folks at the front desk helped us adopt Ricky & they were so pleased we picked him.
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The first dog was too wild I couldn’t even visit with her. Then I went back to see the puppies again and visited with Ruby (Currach). I was on the floor with her when they fed the dogs and the other dogs were barking and Ruby was shaking. I knew I had to take her home with me. My family loves her. Currach now Ruby
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