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ABC 15: AHS’ Emergency Response Team Deploys to Gila Bend Floods

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Preparing Your Pets for a Disaster. Are you prepar Preparing Your Pets for a Disaster. Are you prepared for a disaster? What about your pets? From fast-moving wildfires to devastating flooding, Arizonans across the state have been faced with dangerous conditions this summer. AHS' Emergency Response Team was deployed to four natural disasters to help pet owners in need after they were forced to evacuate their homes. Check out these tips to keep your family and your pets safe during a disaster, and follow the link in our bio to download your emergency pet checklist.
🐈 Working Cats for Hire! 🐈 Are you looking 🐈 Working Cats for Hire! 🐈 Are you looking for environmentally-safe alternative to poisonous pest controls for your property? Simba is happily employed by AHS' Warehouse along with his buddy Nala, but we might have just the pair of working cats for you! Working cats like Simba are not your typical house cats and are not suited for indoor living... they prefer to hunt for their meals on large properties where they have space to explore. This lifesaving program gives jobs to cats who are experts at controlling pest populations in warehouses, ranches, mills, and barns, and the cats are provided with shelter, food, water, and veterinary care by their "employers." Learn more about AHS' Working Cats Program at www.azhumane.org/workingcats or click the link in our bio!
Class is now in session and it's time to meet AHS' Class is now in session and it's time to meet AHS' Animal Teachers! Thor, the bearded dragon is swooping in to drop some knowledge! Okay, he doesn't fly... or breathe fire 🐲... but this pint-sized dragon is helping educate a new generation of animal lovers! Thor always brings the thunder when it comes to stealing everyone's hearts! He has always been a big fan of people, but not so much of other bearded dragons. He joined our Animal Teacher team so that he could be the star of his own show here with us, and he can often be found people watching from his log and waving at them as they walk by. Our Animal Teachers are ambassadors who help young animal lovers develop an appreciation and compassion for living things through interaction and up-close observation. Stay tuned to AHS' social media as we introduce you to more of our unique Animal Teachers ovr the next week! 🐰🐍🦔🐸
Happy Adoption Day to Paw Paw, one of the pets tra Happy Adoption Day to Paw Paw, one of the pets transferred to AHS from @laspca following #HurricaneIda! Two weeks ago, six AHS employees met a team from the Louisiana SPCA in El Paso, Texas to transfer 26 dogs and 14 cats to Arizona. Those pets were previously up for adoption in Louisiana but when that shelter’s power went out, they were in need of immediate help. Paw Paw is just one of 40 pets who was given as second chance at a new life after this natural disaster, and we are so thrilled that he was adopted so quickly! Please help us wish the best to Paw Paw and his new mom, Melissa 🐾❤
🚗Check out Kylo's sweet ride!🚗 Now is your 🚗Check out Kylo's sweet ride!🚗 Now is your chance to win a 2021 Toyota Venza! The Arizona Humane Society Ulti-Mutt Car Raffle is revving up again thanks to our amazing partners at Valley Toyota Dealers, and you could drive off with an all-new 2021 Toyota Venza, valued at $33,000. Tickets are $20 each or three for $50, and 100 percent of your ticket purchase will help support the Arizona Humane Society’s programs and services so we can save the lives of homeless pets in our community. Just 10,000 tickets will be sold for this awesome ride, so get yours today before they’re gone! The winner will be announced during a live drawing on Tuesday, November 9th at noon via Facebook Live. You do not need to be present to win.You must be a legal resident of Arizona and age 21 or over to be eligible to win. Follow the link in our bio to see Official Rules and purchase your tickets to win.
Still looking for the pur-fect addition to your fa Still looking for the pur-fect addition to your family? Check out this cuddly kitty! 🐱 Zenji is just one of dozens of pets whose families have been impacted by the current housing crisis. To help pets like Zenji, AHS has partnered with Arizona's leading animal welfare organizations to connect people who are looking to rehome their pets with potential adopters. Together we've created the Pet Housing Help AZ Task Force to offer community-wide solutions for pet owners in need. We've also launched a specialized website with bi-lingual resources, rehoming options, and a peer-to-peer temporary foster pet platform. Zenji is a 7-year-old male grey tabby who got his name because of his “zen” personality. Peaceful and affectionate, his family says he will follow you everywhere. He loves to cuddle with his favorite humans and will curl right up in your lap. Follow the link in our bio to see adoptable pets like Zenji through Pet Housing Help AZ.
Raise a paw for the gray muzzle club! 🐾 Muttle Raise a paw for the gray muzzle club! 🐾 Muttley is a loveable senior pup who has patiently been waiting for a home of her own. You may have heard about her on @knixcountry. She's one of Brooke's Buddies! At 9 years old, this sweet Pit Bull Terrier mix is looking for a family that can spoil her well into her golden years. Unfortunately, Muttley's owner passed away and her extended family could not care for her. Now, she's looking for a loving new home. In exchange, Muttley has a lot of love to give. She is already housetrained and walks great on a leash. She also has some tricks she would love to show you. She knows how to sit, shake, and lay down. Despite her age, she is very energetic and loves to play. She would love to go on a long walk and then curl up on the couch with her new family. If you are interested in adopting Muttley or any other AHS pet, you can make an adoption appointment at www.azhumane.org/adopt.
Looking for a way your young animal lover can give Looking for a way your young animal lover can give back to homeless pets this fall break? Join our fall break Compassion Crew Youth Retreat! Animal lovers ages 9-12 will spend their day at our Campus for Compassion location enriching the lives of pets awaiting adoption. This creative Compassion Crew will team up to make a real impact on our shelter pets’ stay through innovative behavioral enrichment projects like puzzle feeders, scent enrichment, and toy design. They’ll even get the chance to get hands-on with our very own animal teachers as they learn all about how their actions can impact animal lives. Plus, kiddos will have the opportunity to accrue service hours! Compassion Crew Youth Retreats will offer two single-day programs on Wednesday, October 6 and Wednesday, October 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more at www.azhumane.org/fallbreak!
As we mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11 today, we As we mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11 today, we remember the victims and first responders who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.   In response to the September 11th attacks, AHS started Project Active Duty as a way to give back to the brave men and women serving our country. This program allows loving pet owners leaving for a tour of duty to entrust their pets with AHS Foster Heroes, providing not only peace of mind during their deployment, but comfort knowing that when they return, their pet will be waiting for them.   Today’s #AHSFurtogFavs highlights some of the special reunions between pets of our Project Active Duty foster program and their families.
Some of the pets displaced by #HurricaneIda are no Some of the pets displaced by #HurricaneIda are now ready for adoption at AHS! 🎉 Earlier this week, a team of six dedicated AHS employees drove through the night to El Paso, Texas to meet a team from the Louisiana SPCA and transfer 26 dogs and 14 cats to Arizona for a second chance at a new life. Those pets were previously up for adoption in Louisiana but when that shelter’s power went out they were in need of immediate help. Today, some of those pets are ready for a fresh start with a family here in Arizona! Visit www.azhumane.org/adopt to schedule an adoption appointment for pets like Rizzo, Frenchy, Noah, Bella, and Cocoa! Some of the other pets brought back to AHS are continuing to be treated in our trauma hospital, and others are in need of temporary foster homes. Become an AHS Foster Hero at www.azhumane.org/foster.
Meow! We love our supporters like @arizonasfamily. Meow! We love our supporters like @arizonasfamily. Their anchors help bring life to our annual fundraiser, Compassion with Fashion, by hosting the event each year. As a longtime media partner, 3TV helps AHS save the lives of pets like Mac. This cute little kitten was rescued by one of our Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ when he was just a few days old. Then, he was brought to our Bottle Baby ICU where he could get the round-the-clock care he needed until he was strong enough to be placed in a foster home. Now, this little survivor is looking for a second chance at a wonderful home. If you're interested in adopting Mac or any other AHS pet, visit www.azhumane.org/adopt and make an appointment today!
🚨 PHOTO WARNING: Viewer discretion is advised f 🚨 PHOTO WARNING: Viewer discretion is advised for the second and third photos 🚨 When Roxie came to AHS' Margaret McAllister Brock Veterinary Clinic, it was clear she needed immediate help. She was suffering from gingival hyperplasia, which is the abnormal or excessive growth of gum tissue. The underlying cause of most cases of gingival hyperplasia is not fully understood, making it difficult to treat. Some pets need a variety of surgeries, laser therapy, medication, or a combination of these, to keep it under control. Roxie had already undergone surgery back in 2019 with a dental specialist to scale back the inflammation, but it had come back with a vengeance. Due to the cost of going to a specialist and hard times brought on by COVID-19, another pricey surgery with a dental specialist just wasn’t an option for Roxie’s family. The dedicated clinic team was determined to help Roxie and her family. Thankfully, grant funding from @petsmartcharities, Fix Adopt Save, and the Elinor Patterson Baker Foundation contributed to Roxie's care at our clinic for a fraction of the cost it would have taken to see a specialist. Over the two-hour surgery, Dr. Peters delicately removed overgrown gum tissue and teeth, giving Roxie back her beautiful smile. She is now on the road to recovery! *** The original Instagram post for Roxie's story has been removed and was replaced with the photos reorganized. To those who were offended by the photos, we sincerely apologize. Unfortunately, this platform does not allow us to deem a photo to be "sensitive content" that includes a filter bfore viewing - this must be added by Instagram staff. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are so very appreciative of your support of Roxie and the amazing veterinary team who gave her the gorgeous smile you see in the first photo!
Arizona kids are heading back to school and that m Arizona kids are heading back to school and that means it's time to meet the teachers! Okay, these teachers don't do much grading or assign homework but AHS' Animal Teachers do help us educate young animal lovers. Timmy and Pepper the Guinea Pigs use their unique whistling vocalizations to help kids develop an appreciation and compassion for living things through interaction and up-close observation. Timothy and Pepper love food, and they will let you know it with squeaks, chirps, and screeches! They came to us happy and healthy from a home that just couldn't care for them anymore, and when our education staff met them, they instantly fell in love. When they aren't in the classroom, these two spend most of their time eating, sleeping, and playing with each other between meals. Of course, Timothy and Pepper are just two of our amazing Animal Teachers here at AHS. As kids head back to the classroom, we'll introduce you to more of our furry, scaly, and even spikey educators throughout the next few weeks.
40 Pets Displaced by Hurricane Ida Arrive at AHS! 40 Pets Displaced by Hurricane Ida Arrive at AHS! When #HurricaneIda hit Louisiana, leaving animal shelters there without power or clean water, we knew we had to help. To help care for these stranded pets, a team of six dedicated AHS employees drove through the night to reach El Paso, Texas. There, they met a team from the Louisiana SPCA and transfer 26 dogs and 14 cats to Arizona for a second chance at a new life. Thanks in part to the success of our recent adoption special sponsored by Ted and Stuart Tufty, AHS was able to offer assistance to these pets who literally had nowhere else to turn. After adopting 384 pets into loving homes during last week's event, we had enough room in our shelter to welcome these pets with open arms and give them the care they need. Now, after a 22-hour road trip, these pets have begun their journey to finding homes of their own. They are all currently undergoing medical exams to determine which pets are in need of temporary foster care and which are ready for adoption. You can help the pets displaced by Hurricane Ida and other natural disasters by donating to our Disaster Response Fund. Follow the link in our bio to donate today!
Double Your Dollars for Pets Like Shiloh! When Sh Double Your Dollars for Pets Like Shiloh! When Shiloh was just 4 months old, this sweet Boxer pup was attacked by another dog, then left to suffer alone. A Good Samaritan found the frightened puppy with deep cuts across his face and brought him to a local emergency hospital until he could be transferred to AHS' Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™. He was obviously in pain, and the cuts were already infected. But despite the pain he was in, Shiloh never lost his sweet disposition. Our skilled vets performed surgery to repair his wounds. Then, Shiloh was paired with one of our Foster Heroes, where he received plenty of care and love while he recovered. At AHS, Shiloh's story is all too familiar. We take in pets every day that need intensive medical care. Now you can help pets like Shiloh through our VCA match opportunity. Our friends at @vca Animal Hospitals are matching donations this month up to $20,000! With this special match, your impact will be doubled. And every dollar goes toward saving pets’ lives and helping them find their forever homes. Double your impact with VCA Animal Hospitals’ generous support, and together we can save a lot more pets. Follow the link in our bio to double your impact today.
You've seen the hashtag #adoptdontshop , but why s You've seen the hashtag #adoptdontshop , but why should you adopt a pet? All of AHS' adoptable pets are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, and microchipped. Our adoptions also include a complimentary follow up vet visit with VCA Animal Hospitals and 30 days of free pet insurance from @metlifepetinsurance. Insuring your pet with MetLife not only protects your beloved furry friend, but it also benefits the homeless pets of AHS . You can call 833-727-4966 to request a pet insurance quote for your AHS adoptee or any pet and MetLife will donate $10 to AHS! Check out Spider the 2-year-old Chihuahua rocking a Metlife bandana as he leaves with his new family! Thanks MetLife for making happy tails like this one possible!
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