HHS Rescue Road Blog
A look inside animal shelter life and the road to rescue.
October is Pit Bull Awareness Month
Have you ever wondered why pit bulls always look so different from each other? Short or tall, white or brindle, floppy or pointed ears—they’re all called pit bulls. By contrast, if you think of Dalmatians, you expect to see a spotted dog of a certain size. This is because there are breed standards that are set by organizations such as American Kennel Club and United Kennel Club. But why do pit bulls have such a variety? The answer is surprisingly simple: "pit bull" is not a breed!
Tips for a Less Stressful 4th of July with your Dog
Many dogs are frightened by the sound of fireworks. With those jolting booms hitting closer to home than ever before, we thought it was a good time to share some tips we recommend to protect your pet(s) and help minimize their anxiety before, during and after the 4th of July fireworks season. Keep..._(1)__square.png)
Share your Story
When you adopt a companion from Hinsdale Humane Society, not only do you add a member to your family, you become a part of ours! Share why you adopted from us, and be a part of the HHS Story.
A Better Life for Betty
By Jacki Rossi I recently received a call about a very disturbing situation. A dog named Betty was found in a Chicago residence, locked in a plastic container—the kind you store Christmas decorations in—with crates stacked on top. One of her rescuers relayed her experience of when they made the...__square__square.png){kind=logo}
