Tuco is a senior Patterdale Terrier mix who came to the Kentucky Humane Society in February 2017 from an overcrowded shelter. He was in rough shape: his right front leg was curved from a previous break that went untreated and his tail had been broken. On top of this, Tuco was also blind. With lots […]
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The Kentucky Humane Society is happy to announce our 2018 Volunteer of the Year, Gary Blazin! Gary joined our volunteer team in March 2017 eager to give back to shelter animals. After attending orientation and training, Gary’s impact at the East Campus Adoption Center was immediate. He began socializing and exercising the animals available for
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Adopter Wins $50,000 for KHS thru Petco Foundation’s Holiday Wishes Campaign! We are so excited that the Kentucky Humane Society won a $50,000 grant from Petco Foundation’s Holiday Wishes Campaign – thanks to an inspiring story about how one little dog helped our shelter veterinarian learn that love is the best medicine. Learn more about
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Lillian Brooks is a volunteer at the S.N.I.P. Clinic assisting within the recovery department. Her primary duties include caring for kittens after their spay/neuter surgeries. Additionally, Lillian volunteers with Alley Cat Advocates, which partners with the S.N.I.P Clinic for spay/neuters. Lillian will often come back to the clinic in the evenings to prep the new
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With Halloween just around the corner, well-intentioned animal supporters are warning against the dangers of black cat adoptions on October 31. Some even advise animal welfare agencies against performing any adoptions of black cats the entire month of October. They fear that black cats will become victims of ritualistic abuse or sacrifice. So is there
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Today we share a foster’s experience in her own words. My name is Tina Dotson. I am a licensed optician and I manage the 20/20 Eye Care store in Shepherdsville, KY. I am married and have three grown children.My husband, John, and I are volunteer fosters for the Kentucky Humane Society. I primarily foster pregnant
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Eager to give back to her community, Jennifer Schoenegge joined our team of volunteers, assisting with our shelter’s unique Pet Photography Program. The primary purpose of Pet Photography is to take portraits of adoptable animals and place the images on the main website for the general public to view. These lifesaving photos contribute to many
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Seniors for Seniors! Special adoption prices The Kentucky Humane Society has launched a “Seniors for Seniors” program to encourage people age 65 or older to adopt a senior dog or cat. Through this program, dogs age seven or older can be adopted for $30, and cats age seven or older can be adopted for $10.
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S.N.I.P. Clinic Moves to Preston Hwy Sept 10 New location on Preston Hwy will lead to increased spay/neuter surgeries The Kentucky Humane Society’s S.N.I.P. Clinic has moved from Crittenden Drive to a larger location at 4918 Preston Highway in South Louisville. The grand opening is Monday, September 10, 2018. The goal is to increase the
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Sarge needed to be rescued. He needed … a superhero. The senior Border Collie mix arrived at the Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) last spring from a rural Kentucky shelter after he was found as a stray. He was covered in long, whip-shaped scars. He also had severe glaucoma, which caused painful pressure in his eyes
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