HHS Rescue Road Blog
A look inside animal shelter life and the road to rescue.
Important notice
One of our dogs has unfortunately tested positive for canine parvovirus. Out of an abundance of caution, we are closing the dog kennels for the next two weeks, until February 1, 2024. On-site dog adoptions will be suspended and we ask that visitors do not bring their dogs to the shelter. The good...
Ways to Give this Holiday Season
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and we’ve got all the gift ideas to help get just the right thing for the animal advocates in your life! Every one of these ideas provides support to our homeless animals and for the programs, services and resources we offer. Sponsor an Animal Support...
Reducing Stress on Pets (and You!) During Halloween
As we enter spooky season, make sure take a step back to look at Halloween from your pet's perspective. There are costumes, decorations, a constant parade of strangers, your door repeatedly opening, and really enticing candy. These things can all be scary, stressful, or even dangerous for pets.
The Truth About Abandoned Pets
You have probably heard about animal shelters being in a nationwide overpopulation crisis right now. But what does that mean, exactly? It can be difficult to understand why so many animals wind up as strays, and it's so easy to blame owners for neglect. But the truth is much more complicated.
