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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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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This little angel was found by two Good Samaritans and brought to the Kentucky Humane Society on June 19. Opal, as we are calling her, has a severe eye issue that left her completely blind and in pain—probably from years of neglect and untreated infections. We rushed her into surgery to remove the source of
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It’s heartbreaking seeing a senior animal abandoned at a shelter. They are confused. Depressed. Dejected. That’s what happened to Duchess. At 17 years old, this little Dachshund was left at a rural county shelter by her family. Every day, Duchess waited hopefully for her family to return. And every night, she went to sleep brokenhearted.
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Every year, hundreds of pet families are affected by flooding, tornadoes and other natural disasters that are prone to our region. Although many of these families have detailed emergency preparedness plans in place in the event of a natural disaster, often times these plans do not include specifics for pets. Unfortunately, the significant risks disasters
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Grant will support the creation of a national equine transport program The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) has won a $150,000 grant from The Right Horse Initiative to create a national equine relocation program. KHS was one of four finalists competing for The Right Idea Grant Challenge for the most innovative plan for boosting equine adoptions.
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In March we launched our new core values, and we are excited to share them! Read more. Letter from Lori Dear Friends, In March, the Kentucky Humane Society team gathered at the University of Louisville Rauch Planetarium to celebrate the lifesaving achievements of our staff. Every day, our compassionate team saves and improves lives. From
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With all the recent rain, some Kentuckians are facing flooding. Are you “pet prepared”? Check out these safety tips. LOUISVILLE KY – The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) is encouraging pet parents to fully consider their pets in their emergency planning. The Louisville-based animal welfare agency is a Hill’s Disaster Relief Network Partner, a program that
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Charming was found with his ears missing and his body covered in bite wounds. But this amazing dog is full of love – and is ready for a home. When Charming was brought to the Barren River Animal Welfare Association‘s shelter in Glasgow KY by animal control officers in late September, he was in pretty
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