By Brian Clark | November 2, 2015 | Pets of The Week, Uncategorized | Like |
Butch fits all the words that define his name — muscular, strong, and strapping. Yet amazingly he wasn’t the picture of health when he was found lost in Ware Shoals. He was emaciated, injured, and a bit timid, unsure of what would befall him next. And today he’s playful, happy, and affectionate,
By Brian Clark | November 1, 2015 | Calendar, Community, Events, Fundraiser, Uncategorized | Like |
Join us at Howard’s On Main for an afternoon of variety music at its best by local band, Sho-Tyme. This music-filled event will happen during Uptown Greenwood’s Holiday Open House. Monetary donations for the HSOG will be collected at the door and there will be a supply drive at the event for blankets,
By Brian Clark | October 31, 2015 | Awareness, Calendar, Events, Uncategorized | Like |
The Humane Society of Greenwood will be at Petsmart in Greenwood, SC, Saturday from 11a to 3p with adoptable dogs from the Greenwood County Animal Shelter. Available pooches and kitties will be there for you to visit, play with, and adopt. We’ll look forward to seeing you there!
By Brian Clark | October 26, 2015 | Pets of The Week, Uncategorized | Like |
If dogs could be professional models, then Calvin would be a highly-paid superstar! With his striking slate blue-colored eyes and luxuriantly soft brindle fur, this 2-year-old Shepherd mix catches everyone’s attention. Although he resembles a Dutch Shepherd, his heritage is not 100% confirmed. What is known is that his DNA mixture has created a perfect pooch who is as sweet and silly as he is stunningly handsome.
By Brian Clark | October 17, 2015 | Pets of The Week, Uncategorized | Like |
What comes to mind when you hear “Pluto?” Chances are it’s either the once-planet or Disney’s well-known best friend of Mickey Mouse. Oddly enough, Pluto the Shepherd mix seems to have a little something in common with both namesakes. Much like the once-planet, at only 50 lbs, Pluto is not quite large enough to qualify for his breed type.
By Brian Clark | October 15, 2015 | Events, Notices, Pet Health, Uncategorized | Like |
Collar tags can break or become unreadable and tattooing can become illegible. So, if you want to improve your pet’s chances of getting home fast and safe in case it goes missing, microchipping is your best option.
The Humane Society of Greenwood is offering a microchip clinic to the public on Saturday,
By Brian Clark | October 13, 2015 | Events, Fundraiser, Uncategorized | Like |
The Petco Foundation in partnership with Halo, Purely for Pets, announced its Holiday Wishes grant campaign, and we have the opportunity to receive $100,000 with your help! If you adopted your pet from the Greenwood County Animal Shelter (operated by the Humane Society of Greenwood) you can share your story and nominate us!
By Brian Clark | October 12, 2015 | Pets of The Week, Uncategorized | Like |
Looking for a calm, easy to care for pet? Look no further! At six years old, Anne is a dream dog for those looking for a canine companion. Passed all the destructive energy of a puppy, but not quite into her twilight years, she is laid back and friendly. She loves nothing more than attention from you,
By Brian Clark | October 8, 2015 | Calendar, Jobs, Uncategorized, Volunteering | Like |
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.
By Brian Clark | October 5, 2015 | Pets of The Week, Uncategorized | Like |
Toffee is a gentle, 4-year-old, Shepherd mix with dark carmel-colored doe eyes. She loves a good long walk and will keep pace with you, not pulling or tugging. She came to the shelter as a stray wearing a spiked collar and sporting several injuries. She looked rough, tough, and scary, but it was quickly realized that she was,
