Camp Good Dog For Kids 2015
Camp Good Dog for Kids is a fun and exciting learning experience for kids who love animals and want to make a positive difference in a shelter dog’s life!
Pets of the Week – February 23, 2015 (Ava and Amber)
Ava
Ava is a classic beauty with grace that just doesn’t go out of style. She’s a tri-colored shepherd mix with a stunning tan and slate grey coat. She’s a wonderful playmate with other pets (kitty cats included) and will melt right into families with members of all ages. At 2 years old,
Pets of the Week – February 16, 2015 (Buddy Bear and Daphne)
Buddy Bear
February can bring on a big case of the “Winter Blues,” but fret not because Buddy Bear has enough warmth to keep the chill at bay. Buddy Bear has had his share of sad days; he has a sensitive spirit and the stress of life at an animal shelter can be hard,
“Furry Friends of Fitness” Gives the Shelter Animal a Second Christmas!
Wellness Works of Self Regional Healthcare held “Furry Friends of Fitness,” a fund raiser to benefit the Humane Society of Greenwood. During the January event members and staff donated 200 lbs. of dry food, 311 cans of wet food, 134 rolls of paper towels, plus blankets, toys, dish soap, laundry detergent, and other needed items.
Pets of the Week – February 9, 2015 (Ginger and Aster)
Ginger
Ginger may be the cutest little firecracker you’re ever going to meet. She refuses to let the little “bumps” in life get in her way. She’s a Miniature Pinscher mix who has a bright and beaming attitude to match her shiny red coat. Ginger has picked up a few injuries over her 7 years of life,
Volunteer Orientation, Saturday, February 7, 10a – 11a
Volunteer help is vital for helping save animals’ lives. Volunteers are needed to perform a variety of services, including kennel enrichment, socialization and dog walking, assist at community adoption events, fund raising, administrative tasks, helping with animal transport, bathing and grooming, providing basic training to dogs, general or spot cleaning kennels or sharing other skills.
Pets of the Week – February 2, 2015 (Autumn and Poptart)
Autumn
Autumn has been wishing away these chilly winter days with thoughts of a warm cozy house and a happy family to play with. She’s a dreamer with a very simple heartfelt desire to be a part of a loving home. Autumn will turn 6 months old in a few short weeks, and has spent much of her puppy youth at the Greenwood County Animal Shelter.
Shelter Job Opening – Animal Care Attendant
Job opening for self-motivated, teachable, reliable individual to fill a part-time Animal Care Attendant position for the HSOG resident pets and cats in isolation care. Schedule is Friday through Monday, 20 hours/week. Read job description before submitting application.
Weekend work required, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation a must. Qualified applicants should complete a job application and bring application,
We’re Freezing Cat Adoption Fees For February!
Cat adoption fees at the Greenwood County Animal Shelter will be free for the month of February. The HSOG received a Cat Chow “Building Better Lives” cat adoption grant from Purina and Petfinder Foundation. The program provides funding to subsidize cat adoption fees helping to find cats their forever homes. Adopted cats are vaccinated,
Pets of the Week – Week of January 26, 2015
Dempsey
It’s hard to take your eyes off this charmer. Dempsey has earned his dreamboat status and can’t wait to be a part of a new family. He takes great care to keep is thick tan coat clean, and he’s already house trained. At 5 years old, he is past many of the pesky puppy training issues,