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How You Can Help, Pet Health, Pet Tips - 11/24/20

We’ve made temporary changes to safeguard our community and staff and to continue to help the Valley’s most vulnerable pets  Read More

Toxic Thanksgiving Foods For Pets & Safety Tips

Pet Tips - 11/24/20

Keep Your Pets Safe This Thanksgiving! Pass the PUP-kin pie, it’s almost Thanksgiving! With the holidays just around the corner,  Read More

Drink Beer, Save Pets!

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AHS Holiday Hours 2020

AHS Adoptions, Animal Rescue - 11/23/20

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

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AHS Adoptions, How You Can Help - 11/19/20

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Tag your favorite Valley restaurant you would like Tag your favorite Valley restaurant you would like to see participate in the Arizona Humane Society's Doggie Bag Dine Out on Thursday, Decenber 10! 🐾🍴 We’re teaming up with restaurants across the Valley to help our community’s most vulnerable animals. Order your favorite meal for takeout at one of our Doggie Bag Dine Out participating restaurants on Thursday, December 10 and a portion of your check will go toward helping AHS provide food, shelter and lifesaving medical care to pets in need! Learn more & view participating restaurants: www.azhumane.org/dineout Major wags and purrs to the restaurants who are participating 🎉 @cienagaves @loumalnatisaz @varsitytavernaz @hootersarizona @freakbrospizza @dirty_dough @jobotcoffee @hotsaucenpepper @onyxsweetshoppephx @unclebearsbrew @nmtbrew @paradisevalleyburger @revolu.taqueria @theduce @urbanbeans @whyldass
t's day 6️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! T t's day 6️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! Today, and everyday, we are grateful for our amazing staff of animal lovers. At AHS, we’re lucky to have a group of people who all share the same passion for animals. Our shared love of pets binds us together as an organization and drives us in our mission to save the lives of the valley’s most vulnerable pets. From cleaning kennels, to bottle feeding newborn kittens, socializing frightened pets, or rescuing injured strays, our staff does it all with that mission in mind. They choose to show up every day, knowing that the work they do can make a difference in the lives of animals. We could not be more grateful for the amazing work they do. Together we can save so many more lives than any of us could on our own. THANK YOU AHS STAFF! Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
It's day 5️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! It's day 5️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! Today we are especially grateful for our generous donors! Every day, we work tirelessly to save the most vulnerable animals and enrich the lives of pets and people. But without the public’s support, we couldn’t offer our animals an opportunity for a second chance at life. Their second chances are made possible through generous gifts to our organization. So today, we want to say thank you to our Constant Companion donors, employee donors, members of our President's Club, Legacy Circle, Circle of Friends as well as everyday donors who give through Amazon Smile or host fundraisers on social media. Every dollar counts when it comes to saving the valley's most vulnerable pets. And we are so grateful for you continued support. THANK YOU DONORS! Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
It's day 4️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! It's day 4️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! Today we are especially grateful for our foster heroes! Foster Heroes expand our capacity for care by opening up their homes to pets who need a little bit more time to rest, recover, or grow up. Thanks to these amazing heroes, AHS has between 400-800 pets in foster care at any given time. And when Corona Virus hit, community members and Foster Heroes rose to the challenge like never before! During the pandemic 3,356 pets were placed into foster homes in less than three days! THANK YOU FOSTER HEROES! Learn more about becoming a Foster Hero by following the link in our bio. Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
It's day 3️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! It's day 3️⃣ of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude! Today and everyday, we are grateful for our amazing volunteers. Our dedicated team of volunteers embody AHS' compassionate spirit. They make our mission possible, by helping in nearly every area of our shelter. From walking dogs, to helping sterilize surgical equipment, these amazing volunteers are always lending a hand. THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS! Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
Hey there, humans! We've got another challenge for Hey there, humans! We've got another challenge for you! 🤩 These may look like ordinary pet portraits, but if you can't see the hidden message within them, then perhaps you are looking too hard. 🤔 While our pets may be color blind, most humans are not, though everyone sees the same when their eyes are closed. 🤗😈🙀 If you can solve the cipher and comment below with the phrase hidden within this collection, you will receive a very special shout out in our next #AHSFurtogFavs post. #challenge #dogandcatcipher #riddle #riddlemethis *All of the pets featured in this post have found their furever homes.
Day 2️⃣of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude: Today Day 2️⃣of our 7️⃣Days of Gratitude: Today and everyday, we are grateful for... PETS of course! 🐶🐱🐹🐰🐸🐢🐍Whether they are big or small, fluffy or scaley, we love all pets at AHS! And we love being able to find each one a loving family! Check out these adorable pets who are still waiting to be adopted. Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
🦃 Did you know that these Thanksgiving foods ar 🦃 Did you know that these Thanksgiving foods are toxic to pets? Please SHARE to save a pet this Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving! 🦃 🍂 Gobble, Gobble: Many main dishes, such as turkey and ham, often present dangers to our pets because of the butter, garlic and seasonings used during the cooking process. Additionally, the high fat content and bones present dangers such as vomiting, diarrhea, choking hazards and more. It’s best to save the wishbone for two-legged attendees. 🍂 Don’t Forget the Stuffing: This popular side dish should be kept away from pets at all times, especially if onions, raisins/grapes or mushrooms are in the stuffing, as they are extremely toxic to our pets. 🍂 Dough Not Break Bread: Raw dough with yeast in it can cause major bloating, painful gas and other harmful side effects if our furry friends decide they want some carbs this holiday season. If leaving your bread out to rise, ensure it is in a safe space where your pets cannot get to it. 🍂 Pets are Sweet Enough: While many people struggle to save room for dessert, it’s best that pets stay far away from all sweet treats. This is especially true for chocolate and xylitol, an artificial sweetener used in many goods, which can cause serious illness and even death. 🍂 Miscellaneous: Alcohol, moldy cheeses, macadamia nuts and marijuana (in any form) should also be kept away from pets. Click the link in our bio for more Thanksgiving safety tips!
Why the long face Nanny? Nanny's unique looong sno Why the long face Nanny? Nanny's unique looong snoot is thanks to her Greyhound/ Saluki heritage. Saluki's are a rare breed here at AHS, but they are one of the oldest dog breeds in the world! These sighthounds were the royal dogs in ancient Egypt. Much like her ancestors, Nanny is a sophisticated lady. She is calm and gentle girl who is looking for a quiet home she can lounge in! One of her favorite things is getting a neck rub from her favorite human. Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. If appointments are booked out, our scheduling tool is updated throughout the day to reflect last-minute openings.
7 DAYS OF GRATITUDE: We're now just a week away fr 7 DAYS OF GRATITUDE: We're now just a week away from Thanksgiving! Ahead of the holiday, we will be sharing what we're grateful for over the next 7 days. Today we are especially grateful for all of our amazing supporters! We want to give a special "thank you" to Kevin and Kathy who collected donations for AHS by hosting a “Petsgiving” this year. In all, they collected donations from more than 100 people including pet food, beds, toys, and kennels. We know our pets here at the shelter will love all of these amazing gifts and we are so grateful for their generous donation. Help AHS celebrate the 7 Days of Gratitude by sharing what you're grateful for in the comments.
Remember the litter of puppies that were rescued f Remember the litter of puppies that were rescued from under a house? GOOD NEWS! All seven puppies were brought back from foster care this week, and some have already been adopted within just hours! If you aren't familiar with this bunch of cuties, they were saved by two of AHS' Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ several weeks ago after a neighbor spotted their mother crawling under a house. Mom had hidden them away to keep these precious little ones safe. But she was overjoyed when AHS came to their rescue and enthusiastically greeted our EAMT's. After digging for two hours, they were able to bring the entire furry family back to AHS' Mutternity Suites. This mom and pups are eight of more than 4,300 homeless pets that AHS’ EAMTs rescue each year. In total, AHS takes in nearly 18,000 of the Valley’s most vulnerable pets annually and cares for them in AHS’ trauma hospital and intensive care units.
Senior pup missing for more than four months reuni Senior pup missing for more than four months reunited with family at AHS! 🥰🐶🥰 Remo is resting easy at home today thanks to the work of the Arizona Humane Society’s (AHS) Pet Reunite Specialist and his loving family who never gave up hope after he went missing for more than four months! The Rodriguez family is now reunited with their best friend, an adorable seven-year-old German Shepherd, after he slipped out of their backyard earlier this year. Upon arrival to AHS, thanks to a Good Samaritan, Remo was treated for mild allergies but did not have much time to get settled in, as his family quickly found him thanks to AHS’ Pet Reunite Specialist placing his picture on Pet Harbor, a national lost and found pet database. Within 24 hours of being at AHS, Remo’s family quickly made an appointment to confirm if it was their long-lost furry friend and it was! Before leaving AHS, staff made sure to microchip Remo to ensure he can get home quickly if he were ever to slip away from home again. Remo is one of more than 740 pets who have been reunited with their owners through the Arizona Humane Society this year alone thanks to concerted efforts to place lost stray pets back in their homes where they belong. While Remo is very lucky to have made his way back home, his story is a scary reminder that one in three pets will go missing in their lifetime but microchips can increase the likelihood of them finding their way back home by about 50%.
Hubba Bubba wanted to say thank you to the Phoenix Hubba Bubba wanted to say thank you to the Phoenix Police Department! This handsome guy was in serious danger when officers spotted him trapped in a canal. Luckily, they were able to save the soggy shepherd from the water. Now Hubba Bubba is looking for a home of his own. Hubba Bubba is a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix. He can be a little shy when he meets new people, but just give him a little time to warm up and he will be a loyal friend! Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. If appointments are booked out, our scheduling tool is updated throughout the day to reflect last-minute openings.
Nena is hoping her signature "wink" will help her Nena is hoping her signature "wink" will help her charm her way into a new family. At 7 years old, has already figured out what's important in life... belly rubs of course! This sweet girl soaks up all the attention she can get from her favorite humans and enjoys stretching her little legs on a nice walk around the neighborhood. November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month so we are showing a little extra love to our seniors with an adoption special! Throughout the entire month of November, all senior dogs and cats ages 7 years and older will have WAIVED adoption fees! Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. If appointments are booked out, our scheduling tool is updated throughout the day to reflect last-minute openings.
Nothing makes us happier than finding pets the per Nothing makes us happier than finding pets the perfect home! Check out Cosette on the car ride home with her new family! 🥰🐶🥰Congratulations Cosette! There are plenty of pets like Cosette that are still searching for homes of their own. Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. If appointments are booked out, our scheduling tool is updated throughout the day to reflect last-minute openings.
Hey there, humans! November is Adopt a Senior Pet Hey there, humans! November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month so we are showing a little extra love to our seniors with an adoption special! Throughout the entire month of November, all senior dogs and cats ages 7 years and older will have WAIVED adoption fees! Adoptions are available at AHS' Campus for Compassion location by appointment only (this is the only adoption location open right now), and you can schedule at www.azhumane.org/adopt. Pets available today may not be available by the time of your appointment. If appointments are booked out, our scheduling tool is updated throughout the day to reflect last-minute openings.
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