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Rescue Update: Rabbit Rescued from Cruelty Now Has a Home in a Tempe Elementary School!

AHS Adoptions, Animal Rescue - 1/14/20

Pumpkin Spice Loves Her New Life as a Classroom Pet! Four months after AHS and the Gilbert Police Department rescued  Read More

AHS Holiday Hours 2019

AHS Adoptions, Animal Rescue, Pet Tips - 12/23/19

Happy Holidays! As the holiday season approaches, AHS’ hours will vary in each department. Please see our holiday hours below. All  Read More

Furever Home for the Holidays: Waived Adoption Fees for All Pets!

AHS Adoptions - 12/19/19

Grant a Shelter Pet’s Holiday Wish & Adopt, Courtesy of the Tufty Family! Longtime supporters of AHS, Stuart and Ted  Read More

Adoption Special: Waived Fees for Cats 6 Months+, 50% Off Kittens this Tuesday – Friday!

AHS Adoptions, How You Can Help - 11/19/19

Flash Cat and Kitten Adoption Special This Week! Our kitties are feline ready to head to their furever homes! This  Read More

Luna, an AHS Alum, was PetSmart Charities’ 9 Millionth Adopted Pet!

AHS Adoptions - 11/14/19

Luna’s Adoption was a Milestone for PetSmart Charities! Luna, a five-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix from Phoenix, AZ, became  Read More

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Your matching gift opportunity ends tonight at mid Your matching gift opportunity ends tonight at midnight! 🐾💕 . Laura Gibney was a beloved member of a family who loves animals. Compassion and kindness toward animals are core values passed down from generation to generation in the Gibney-Williams family. Madelyn Lever caught the rescue bug from grandmother Laura Gibney, inspiring her to recently adopt adorable Marty from AHS. Marty embodies everything special about rescue and adoption – resilience, joy, second chances, two- and four-legged family members, and most importantly, love. . Today marks the last day you can help spread that love to twice as many homeless pets in our community. When you make a gift today in honor of Laura, the Gibney-Williams family will match your donation up to $10,000 to help save pets like Marty. But you must act now as this matching gift opportunity ends today at midnight! Double your gift at azhumane.org/match!
AHS alumni are the cutest and the derpiest 🐾❤ AHS alumni are the cutest and the derpiest 🐾❤️ . #Repost @emiliotheginger with @get_repost ・・・ The epitome of derp 💛. . . . . . . #adoptdontshop #adoptlove #adoptdontshop🐾 #fosterkittens #fosteringsaveslives #humanesociety #azliving #rescuedcats #rescuecatsofinstagram #rescuekitten #rescuekittens #snowshoe #snowshoecat #snowshoecatsofinstagram #snowshoekitten #adoptrescuefoster #kittensdaily #kittensoftheworld #adoptmeplease #kittenselfie #derpface #derpycat #blep #kittenlovers #kittenrescue #fostering #fosterkittensofinstagram #fostermom #cutekittens
February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month! Rabbits February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month! Rabbits are inquisitive, intelligent, sociable, affectionate and clean, and they made excellent pets. Here are some of our favorite "bun" facts: . 🐰 Rabbits are crepuscular animals, which means they are most active at dawn and dusk. 🐰 Rabbits and parrots are the only two animals who can see behind them without turning their heads. 🐰 The smallest breed of rabbit, the Netherland Dwarf, weighs just 2 pounds at maturity. In stark contrast is the Flemish Giant, who can weigh up to 20 pounds! . All rabbits rock, but everyone has their preference... are you more of a fan of floppy eared or upright ears rabbits? Meet our adoptable rabbits at azhumane.org/critters, and learn more about basic rabbit care at azhumane.org/petbehavior!
Hey there humans! Which one of these fun photos do Hey there humans! Which one of these fun photos do you like the most? Tell us why in the comments below. #AHSFurtogFavs #petsofinstagram #props #funtimes
It's not too late for Moo to find a Valentine, is It's not too late for Moo to find a Valentine, is it? This sweet 5-year-old girl loves to give kisses, sleep beside her humans, and play with just about any kitty toy. She has lived with dogs before and would love another canine buddy, with a slow introduction, of course! Meet Moo at AHS' PetSmart Mesa today! . Don't forget, this Valentine's Day, your donation up to $10K will be DOUBLED by the Gibney-Williams family! Your gift will help two times as many vulnerable animals and enrich the lives of double the number of pets and people, all in honor of animal lover Laura Gibney. Double your gift: azhumane.org/match 💕
❤️ Happy Valentine's Day, pet lovers! ❤️ . ❤️ Happy Valentine's Day, pet lovers! ❤️ . If you don't have lunch plans today, take yourself on a date to Bark in the Park: Valentine's Edition with @downtownphoenix! From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Phoenix Civic Space Park, grab a bite to eat at one of the pawesome food trucks or bring your own picnic. Best of all, AHS will be on site with puppies to kiss and cuddle! . The pups in this photo have been adopted, but all of our adoptable pets are featured at azhumane.org/adopt and updated hourly!
Our first newborn, orphaned kittens of the season Our first newborn, orphaned kittens of the season have arrived… and it’s only February 13! 🐾❤️ . This litter of 2-week-old kittens was found in the Luna family’s front yard a few days ago. They immediately called AHS and we explained that mom may still be nearby, and asked them to please leave the kittens in place as their mom offers them the best chance of survival. They put the kittens in a box and left a blanket to partially cover it (so that they could tell if mom returned to nurse them) and offered food for mom. When they were positive that she was not returning, they brought the five kittens into their home to feed them. This incredible family stepped up to feed and care for these kittens until their appointment with AHS’ Admissions department today, and we were so relieved to welcome in these healthy kittens! If this family had “kitnapped” them or not followed our careful instructions to temporarily care for these kittens, they may not have made it. Major purrs for the Luna family! . AHS’ Bottle Baby Kitten ICU will not open for a few more weeks, but the underage, orphaned kittens who arrive in the meantime will be placed in Foster Hero homes. We need YOU to help us care for our most vulnerable feline friends this “Kitten Season!” Here’s how you can help: . 😺 Sign up to be an AHS Foster Hero! Complete our fast and easy online orientation, take the additional bottle baby training, and submit an application: azhumane.org/foster 😺 If you find kittens, please don’t intervene! Mom will likely return shortly, and it’s critical that the kittens remain in her care as she offers the best chance for survival. How to help found kittens: azhumane.org/foundkittens 😺 Donate an item on our Virtual Kitten Shower Wish List! We are in need of dry food, wet food, bottles, scales, and heating pads to care for our tiniest furry residents. Make sure you are logged in to your AmazonSmile account to view this wish list or tap the ‘Shop Charity List’ button: azhumane.org/kittenshower
🚨 GUILTY!!! 🚨 . In August of 2019, the @phoe 🚨 GUILTY!!! 🚨 . In August of 2019, the @phoenixpolicedepartment seized two dogs for poor conditions, including no water. One of the dogs also had severe hairloss and was in need of immediate medical attention. Thanks to a new law, which strengthens Arizona’s animal cruelty laws to ensure that the punishment for the most heinous acts of animal cruelty now fit the crime, just last week the former owner of both dogs pled guilty to animal cruelty and was sentenced to… . - 11 months of probation during which they cannot own or possess animals - 10 days jail time suspended only on the successfully completion of probation - $1,120 in restitution to AHS . Major wags and purrs to our Field rescue team and our law enforcement partners who seek justice for abused animals every day! In addition to assisting law enforcement on thousands of suspected animal cruelty each year, AHS’ Animal Cruelty Investigators also spend thousands of hours in court providing expert testimony just as they did in this case. . Today, the two dogs, now both named Nala, are enjoying their new lives. Nala the Husky’s favorite part of the day is greeting her mom when she comes home from work. She loves going to the dog park and playing with her mom’s 9-year-old granddaughter at their home in Peoria! When Nala the German Shepherd was rescued, she had such a severe case of Demodex (a non-contagious skin mite) that she was openly bleeding from her snout. Now, she is living her best life with her family in Tolleson! . AHS’ Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ rescue more than 4,300 abused, injured and abandoned animals and perform 7,700 cruelty investigations each year. We take abuse very seriously and so should you. If you notice any signs of animal cruelty taking place, please report it immediately at azhumane.org/report-animal-abuse.
💕 Matching Gift Opportunity: Honor a Legacy of 💕 Matching Gift Opportunity: Honor a Legacy of Kindness! 💕 . Laura Gibney was a beloved member of a family who loves animals. Compassion and kindness toward animals are core values passed down from generation to generation in the Gibney-Williams family. Madelyn Lever caught the rescue bug from grandmother Laura Gibney, inspiring her to recently adopt adorable Marty from AHS. Marty embodies everything special about rescue and adoption – resilience, joy, second chances, two- and four-legged family members, and most importantly, love. . This Valentine's Day, the Gibney-Williams family invites you to help spread that love to twice as many homeless pets in our community. When you make a gift today in honor of Laura, the Gibney-Williams family will match your donation up to $10,000 to help save pets like Marty. . Your gift of $50 will double to $100, and $250 will transform into $500 to help two times as many vulnerable animals and enrich the lives of double the number of pets and people. We join the Gibney-Williams family in thanking you for joining a legacy of kindness and compassion and giving new hope to our community's most vulnerable animals! Click the link in our bio to double your gift! 🐾💕
Can you spot Romeo? 🔎 . Last night was Romeo's Can you spot Romeo? 🔎 . Last night was Romeo's first night in his foster home, and we'd say he's fitting in just fine 🤣 This 10-week-old Chihuahua is staying with Foster Hero Brittini to pack on a few pounds and is expected to be ready for adoption in about two weeks. In the mean time, he has LOTS of friends to keep him company! . Can you foster a furry friend like Romeo? Visit azhumane.org/foster to get started with our fast and easy online orientation!
Maggie first arrived at AHS back in 2015 with kitt Maggie first arrived at AHS back in 2015 with kittens in tow and has been in and out of AHS' care ever since. This 5-year-old sweetheart is looking for a family who will give her lots of treats, affection, and patience as she gets adjusted in her new enviroment. Maggie must be the only cat in the home and must meet all kiddos (8 years and older) before adoption. Meet this pretty kitty at AHS' Campus for Compassion today!
Back in December, we launched out Resting Rover vo Back in December, we launched out Resting Rover volunteer program. Today, our pets can't imagine life without it! . Resting Rover provides daily enrichment to dogs who cannot be taken out of their kennels due to injury or illness. Instead of taking these pups out for walks, AHS' volunteers visit their kennels and spend time reading to them, singing to them, or offering them yummy treats all from inside of their kennels. Plus, this program focuses on one of the most important parts of enrichment... human contact! . We are so thankful for our team of more than 1,700 volunteers who make the biggest difference to our pets. Just last year, AHS' volunteers donated 408,419 hours of love and care! Join our pack by visiting azhumane.org/volunteer 🐾❤️
AHS’ very own #CompassionWithFashion2020 co-chai AHS’ very own #CompassionWithFashion2020 co-chairs, Mandy Holmes and Courtney Beller, are in the running for @frontdoorsmedia's Cheer to the Chairs! Cast your vote today to help recognize Mandy and Courtney for their amazing efforts for AHS’ signature fundraiser to benefit our homeless pets! Click the link in our bio to vote now 🐾❤️
You are invited to our Virtual Kitten Shower! 🍼 You are invited to our Virtual Kitten Shower! 🍼🐾❤️ . Kitten Season is right around the corner and AHS is expecting thousands of new feline arrivals in the coming months. We are stocking up on supplies now... and we need your help! By donating dry or wet food (our highest priority items), kitten bottles, weighing scales, or heating pads on our @amazon Smile Charity List at azhumane.org/kittenshower, you will be helping our community's most vulnerable feline friends! These items will support the underage, orphaned kittens in AHS' Bottle Baby Kitten ICU & Kitten Nursery, in Foster Hero homes, and in the homes of Good Samaritans who care for kittens until they are old enough to be spayed/neutered at the shelter and placed up for adoption. . If you can donate just one item, you will be making an incredible difference to our tiniest residents! If you are interested in fostering bottle baby kittens in the coming months, please visit azhumane.org/foster. . Purchase: azhumane.org/kittenshower Ship to: Arizona Humane Society - 9226 N. 13th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85021 Phone: 602.997.7585
This month, you can help Arizona's pets by shoppin This month, you can help Arizona's pets by shopping at @safeway and @albertsons! 🛒🐾❤️ . AHS is teaming up with Safeway, Albertson's, @arizonasfamily's 3TV, and other local animal welfare organizations to save lives in February! Shoppers can visit any Safeway or Albertson’s in Arizona and make a donation at checkout to help support homeless pets throughout the state. Just a few dollars can help feed, shelter, rescue, and provide critical medical care and spay/neuter services to animals in need. . Donations will be distributed to AHS and nine other animal welfare organizations in Arizona. Help make a difference and save homeless animals all month long! . Participating organizations include the Arizona Humane Society, @almostthererescue, @thearizonapetproject, @communitypaws, @deserttails, @fixadoptsave, @lovepupfoundation, @pacc911, @soldiers_best_friend, and The Nagi Foundation.
Happy Adoptaversary, Sophie! 🐾❤️ . #Repost Happy Adoptaversary, Sophie! 🐾❤️ . #Repost @thebrandilyn with @get_repost ・・・ Three years ago we brought this insecure, protective, cuddly, 2 year old puppa home! Soph makes me a better person. She practices constant gratitude, makes the people she loves feel safe, gives the warmest hugs, and spends time outdoors every single day. Happy 5th birthday to SophieLoafie! So happy she’s family! 📷 @alexiskayephotography
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