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📣Last chance to double your impact for pets lik 📣Last chance to double your impact for pets like Marigold📣 Time is running out to have your dollars doubled to help twice as many sick, injured and abused pets! VCA Animal Hospitals is continuing to match every single dollar you give up to $20,000 to our lifesaving programs and services, but you must act fast as this amazing opportunity ends Wednesday, Sept. 30th, at midnight. Turn $5 into $10 or $25 into $50 to help us continue to be a safety net for our community’s most vulnerable pets during these most vulnerable times. Your gift today will double to support our comprehensive medical, behavioral rehabilitation, surrender intervention and spay/neuter initiatives that have saved an additional 100,000 lives over the last six years.
Clay is a fun-loving American Pit Bull Terrier mix Clay is a fun-loving American Pit Bull Terrier mix. Before he came to the Arizona Humane Society, he lived with other dogs and LOVES to play. His outgoing personality helped bring is buddy Amora out of her shell. Now Amora has been adopted but Clay is looking for a family of his own. As you can see, Clay is an energetic boy. He'd love someone to take him on lots of walks and hikes when it gets a little cooler outside. 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.
Koda has perfected her "puppy dog eyes". One look Koda has perfected her "puppy dog eyes". One look into this sweet girls face and you're sure to fall in love. At 8 months old, Koda still has lots of puppy energy. She's super active and would love to go on walks and adventures with her new family. Koda can be nervous meeting new people. But once she warms up, she is very playful and loving. She is also very smart. She loves to show off her tricks to anyone who visits her. She already knows how to "sit", "shake", and "lay down". 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.
Sometimes you just need a furry friend. No one kno Sometimes you just need a furry friend. No one knows that better than Dallas. This sweet tabby cat was terrified when he first came into our shelter. Our behavior team tried everything to make him comfortable and even set him up in a quiet office space away from the busy adoption area. But Dallas was so scared, he would hide under blankets or his cat bed anytime anyone came near. That is, until we discovered that he LOVES dogs. When Dallas was introduced to a canine companion, he instantly transformed into a different cat. He came out from his hiding spot and rubbed up against Cholula. Quickly our behavior team discovered he loved all dogs. He happily curled up with one of our shelter dogs as well. Now we're happy to report, Dallas has a home of his own!
Marigold has been adopted! Our staff could not be Marigold has been adopted! Our staff could not be more excited for this special girl (check out the adoption staff in the background 🤣). Marigold is an older gal who took a little longer to get adopted. She patiently waited for her perfect home for weeks until finally a wonderful family fell in love with her. And we think the feeling is mutual.😍🐶😍 We know it couldn't have happened to a more deserving dog. Marigold came to AHS after a Good Samaritan found her as an injured stray. She was struggling to walk, had wounds on her neck, had an umbilical hernia, and was very stressed. For more than three weeks, the veterinary staff at AHS' Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™ nursed her back to health. Seeing pets like Marigold get their "happily ever after" is the reason we work so hard everyday. Congratulations Marigold!
Hey there humans! Bubbles!! Need I say more? #AHSF Hey there humans! Bubbles!! Need I say more? #AHSFurtogFavs #bubbles *All of these bubble babies have found furever homes.
🐶 LAST CHANCE YOUNG PET LOVERS 🐱 AHS' Humane 🐶 LAST CHANCE YOUNG PET LOVERS 🐱 AHS' Humane Teen Program is unleashing learning with this unique leadership program for teenagers (ages 14-17) with a passion for pets and animal welfare. Humane Teens will learn how to handle animals and assist with the daily care of exotic education animals and homeless pets! Plus teens can earn service hours for school! Hurry! There's just a few more days to apply! The 2020 Fall Semester program takes place between October 17, 2020 and December 19, 2020. The application deadline is September 30, 2020. Apply today: bit.ly/3gQvyne
🐶ADOPTION PUP-DATE! Special Needs Shepherd Find 🐶ADOPTION PUP-DATE! Special Needs Shepherd Finds Loving Home!🐶 Remember Dawson? Earlier this month we told you about this adorable German Shepherd mix who was rescued by one of AHS' Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™ after his previous family unfortunately was unable to provide him the care he needed. Soon, our veterinary team discovered this sweet pup had an old injury on his front leg that sometimes causes him to limp, as well as early onset hip dysplasia. This meant Dawson would need ongoing medical care for the rest of his life. But Dawson wasn't giving up hope and neither were we! We put out a plea, looking for an adopter willing to give Dawson all the love and care he needs. Luckily a wonderful family stepped up and welcomed them into their home. Check out how happy Dawson is with his new mom!
Meet Sally! This sweet German Shepherd mix has got Meet Sally! This sweet German Shepherd mix has got her nose to the ground, trying to sniff out a new home of her own. Sally arrived at AHS last month, and it's taken a little while for her to come out of her shell. She can be a little shy at first so she'd love to meet someone who will be patient with her and allow her personality to blossom. Her favorite bonding activity is to go on long walks together. Once Sally gets to know you, she'll want all of the affection you can give her. She needs to be the only pet in her new home. 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.
Is it too early to start trying on Halloween costu Is it too early to start trying on Halloween costumes? Valkyrie doesn't think so! This spunky girl is hoping to have a family of her own who will "treat" not "trick" her this Halloween. Valkyrie is a 5-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat... but sometimes she likes to pretend to be a pirate. She came to the Arizona Humane Society as a stray, so not much is known about her history. 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.
ADOPTION UPDATE! We a thrilled to announce Abuelit ADOPTION UPDATE! We a thrilled to announce Abuelito, the cat in need of hospice care, has now found the purr-fect home! At 10-years-old, this little cat has overcome some big obstacles. Abuelito was brought to the Arizona Humane Society by a Good Samaritan back in August after he was found matted, malnourished and lethargic. Once in AHS’ care, Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™ veterinarians discovered the senior kitty has arthritis, as well as early signs of renal failure (a non-painful condition). Although we knew he would require lifelong supportive care, we were determined to find him a loving family to spoil him for the rest of his golden years. Luckily, a wonderful family fell in love with this cuddly older gentleman. Now Abuelito will get the love and care he deserves!
Our amazing partners at @banfieldfoundation are ce Our amazing partners at @banfieldfoundation are celebrating their 5th birthday by giving AHS one of the most incredible gifts ever... a fully functional mobile veterinary clinic! This generous gift will provide spay/neuter surgeries and veterinary care to nearly 6,500 pets each year in our community. Helps us show #BanfieldFoundation how much the pet lovers of the Valley appreciate them in the comments below! Stay tuned for more information in the coming months! #Repost @banfieldfoundation with @get_repost ・・・ There’s nothing like celebrating a birthday with your favorite partners and friends! ⁣ ⁣ On our official 5th birthday (TODAY!), we’re excited to announce our latest grant to @AZHumane—a fully functionally mobile veterinary clinic. This unit, which will be delivered in the coming weeks, will help #AZHumane make an even greater impact in the underserved and vulnerable communities of the Phoenix metro area. ⁣ ⁣ #AZHumane’s animal welfare dedication and leadership continues to inspire the work of the Banfield Foundation. As we kick-off what will be another great ye
It's National Deaf Pet Awareness Week! We know dea It's National Deaf Pet Awareness Week! We know deaf pets have just as much love to give as any other pet, but training can sometimes be tricky. Check out these training tips for deaf pets! 🐾 Vibrating collars, made specifically for deaf dogs, can be a great tool for training. They can be used to teach the dog to look at you. When walking on a leash, train your pup that tension on the leash means they should look at you. You can also utilize a tactile cue, like touching the flank or other body part, to mean “look at me.” 🐾 Because they can't hear you coming, deaf pets may startle more easily. To make your approach pleasant rather than startling, you can drop a treat for them when you walk up, so they start to associate your approach with something good. 🐾 Keep a leash on your pet, since they can't hear you when you call them. 🐾 Rather than verbal cues like "sit" and "stay", try teaching your deaf pet hand signals. The signals will work best if they are easy to see from far away. Always remember to be consistent, using the same signal for a given behavior each time. Pet behavior tips: www.azhumane.org/petbehavior
Major wags and purrs to @abus_usa and @phoenixmerc Major wags and purrs to @abus_usa and @phoenixmercury for donating $50 to AHS for every Brianna Turner block this season! This special partnership raised more than $2,000 this season for AHS’ homeless pets, like these adorable All-Star puppies. Congratulations on a great season and thank you so much for your support!
We've got a very happy adoption PUP-date to share We've got a very happy adoption PUP-date to share this morning! Chance (formerly known as Iggy Pup) got his second chance with a wonderful family earlier this month. This sweet Border Collie mix has fallen in love with his new human siblings and from the looks of these pictures it seems like the feeling is mutual. He and the kids are inseparable! Congratulations Chance! And congratulations to the Hubell family for welcoming a new furry friend!
When the COVID-19 stay-at-home order started back When the COVID-19 stay-at-home order started back in March, high school teacher Katie and her husband found they had a lot of time on their hands. They had originally planned to foster a dog, but like most plans made during the pandemic, that plan quickly fell through. "That quickly changed to ‘We have an adoption appointment tomorrow’,” she joked. “We have three dogs already: a 15-year-old Border Terrier, a 10-year-old Chiweenie and a 9-year-old English Bulldog,” Katie said. “I was skeptical that we could find a dog that could join our pack, especially considering my eldest was not good with change and bigger dogs especially. But then we met Rosco. Yes, he was a puppy. Yes, he was energetic. But there was something about his goofy face that was endearing,” Katie told us. While it took some time for the other dogs to get adjusted to having a “long-legged puppy jumping around the house” and for Rosco to get used to the dogs’ routine, Katie and her husband could not be happier! “He has brought so much life, energy, and smiles into our home. He is goofy beyond compare," she said. "Even with these quirks, he has filled a doggie void that I didn't know existed, and has given us one more goofy face to love and kiss every night.” Share your AHS adoption story with Petco Foundation's #PetcoHolidayWishes to help AHS win a $10,000 grant! Click the link in our bio to submit your story.
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