Community Spirit

Caring for All Animals

Submitted by Washington Humane Society, Washington Humane Society

Thursday, June 28th, 2012, 11:37am

Protecting animals and working with our community to prevent cruelty is what our dedicated field services team does day in and day out, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We believe that every animal matters—regardless of breed, size, age, or any other factor. Recently, one case surrounding one small reptile proved just that.

In December, our Animal Care & Control Officers were assisting Metropolitan Police Department Officers with a search warrant at the home of Darnell Jones, 34, in Washington, DC, when they came across a snake. The snake was extremely underweight and appeared to be having difficulty shedding her skin which is indicative of significant husbandry and care issues. The subsequent investigation by Humane Law Enforcement Officer Michael Triebwasser revealed that the snake had been underweight for seven months and had never at any point during that time been taken to a veterinarian for proper care.

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Submitted by Washington Humane Society, Washington Humane Society

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012, 3:35pm

Today we introduce you to another great animal in our foster program, Bermuda. Bermuda is currently under the care of our foster volunteer Yolanda Thomas. We are asking for your help to find Bermuda a loving home this week. Please share her story and photos with your friends, families, and communities. We are thrilled to report that in just the last four days, after reaching out to our incredible WHS family, nearly 100 cats and kittens have left our shelter through foster, transfer, and adoption. This just goes to show that together we can make a difference and save more lives! Please help Bermuda and more WHS animals this week!

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Submitted by Washington Humane Society, Washington Humane Society

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012, 1:24pm

The Washington Humane Society (WHS) works hard to find homes for every animal in our care. As the open-access shelter in DC, we take in an average of 30 animals every day into our often already full and busy adoption centers. One of the most vital services our volunteers can provide is foster care to animals awaiting their forever homes. By providing a place for cats or dogs to stay, along with a little TLC, foster caregivers fulfill a critical component of our life-saving work, and allow us to make room for more animals who need our special care and attention.

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Submitted by Washington Humane Society, Washington Humane Society

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012, 10:15am

Hugo
Hugo, a star contestant in the recent Best in Shelter competition, found his forever family this week! Hugo had been recovering under the foster care of one of our amazing volunteers after he came to WHS with major medical issues. While we may not have won the contest, he is the biggest winner in our book. This is the best happy ending we could ask for!

Asia
Active Doga and PACK (People & Animal Cardio Klub) participant Asia found a forever home at a recent adoption event held at Rock Creek Sports Club! Her new pet parent is Michelle DeLucia, General Manager of the Club. A perfect match!

Velvet
“I adopted my cat, Velvet, from the DC animal shelter one week ago today. I'm so glad I did! She is a treasure.”
-Jacqueline Michele Richardson

Atlas

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Submitted by Washington Humane Society, Washington Humane Society

Saturday, June 23rd, 2012, 4:09pm

Foster a Feline Friend, or Adopt a Cat for No Fee This Month!

The Washington Humane Society (WHS) invites you to be a part of Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month! All cats age 2 and older are available for adoption for no fee throughout the month of June. Plus, all amazing cats of all ages living in “Kitty City” at our New York adoption center are fee-waived. Can’t adopt now? We are urgently seeking kitten and cat foster caregivers during our busiest time of year. Counselors and staff are available to answer questions to help you find your new best friend or help a cat in need by providing temporary TLC.

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Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer

Wednesday, June 20th, 2012, 8:22am

Popular Bagel Place Offers Free Iced Coffee

Help kids, and score a free iced coffee on Thursday!

Over 300 Bruegger’s locations across the nation will host a free 16-ounce iced coffee day for guests on Thursday, June 21 to raise funds for local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

In order for you to receive your free iced coffee, you have to download the coupon from Bruegger’s Facebook page or from their website.

With your help, Bruegger’s has raised over $100,000 to benefit the kids, and families served by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Just $1 can reward you with coupons valued at $10.

Click here for a list of locations in our area.

No purchase or donation is necessary.

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