Autumn Newsletter
Our Autumn newsletter was mailed out last week. If you’re not on our mailing list, please click here to read and learn about HSOG’s work to save pets’ lives at the Greenwood County Animal Shelter.
Adoptable animals at Petsmart Saturday, 10/12
Join us at Petsmart in Greenwood on Saturday,10/12, from 12p to 4p to meet and adopt (!) available dogs and cats from the Greenwood County Animal Shelter. Adoption fees are reduced to $65 because it’s Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month! Adult cat adoption fees are $15 and kittens 1-year-old and younger are $50. See you there!
Pets of the Week – October 7, 2013 (Mikey)
Mikey
Mikey is more of an experience than a cat to write about. The dribble of black down his nose and mouth resemble a Rorshach inkblot test which tells you how mesmerizing this 6-month old lank of playful energy is. He exudes a confidence that asserts, “You’ll love me. Everyone does.” Mikey’s full of flirtatious affection,
October is “Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog” Month!
The Humane Society of Greenwood and Greenwood County Animal Shelter are celebrating National Adopt-A-Dog Month this October. They are asking prospective pet owners the question: What can an adopted dog bring to your life?
“There are as many responses to that question as there are dogs in this world,” said Karen Pettay,
Pets of the Week – September 30, 2013 (Jazzy and Mimosa)
Jazzy
This one’s the “It Girl” — our darling year-and-a-half year old English Bulldog/mix “Jazzy” is wild and always wildly popular; at Petsmart’s recent adoption event she was thronged by kids, grownups and other dogs, and formed graceful friendships all around. At 34 lbs. Jazzy’s a perfectly huggable medium size, she’s intelligent, loyal,
October Volunteer Orientation Date and Time Change
October’s Volunteer Orientation will be on Saturday, October 12, from 9:00a to 9:50a, with a “Dog Walking 101” class following from 10a to 11a for those who want to work specifically with dogs. The classes will take place at the Greenwood Animal Shelter Adoption Center located at 235 Wilbanks Circle. To speed up the process,
Clayton Homes Open House Event Saturday (9/28)
Join us at Clayton Homes in Greenwood, located at 1750 Hwy 72/221 East, for their big Open House event on Saturday, September 28, from 10a to 1p. We will have adoptable dogs on-site for you to visit. Sunny 103.5 will be on-hand offering free Papa John’s pizza and Coke products. Celebrity guest Cy Robertson from Duck Dynasty will be there,
Shelter Job Opening – Animal Care Attendant
Job opening for hard-working individuals who believe that “cleanliness is next to godliness” to fill part-time Animal Care Attendant positions at the Greenwood County Animal Shelter. READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING. Only self-motivated, teachable, direction-following folks need apply.
Weekend work required, valid driver’s license and reliable transportation a must.
Volunteer Orientation Saturday, September 21, 2013
Would you like to volunteer at the Animal Shelter or help HSOG in other ways?
Saturday, September 21, 2013
235 Wilbanks Circle, behind the Civic Center
9:30a to 10:30a
Attend the September 21, 2013, Volunteer Orientation at the Adoption Center of the Greenwood County Animal Shelter, located at 235 Wilbanks Circle in Greenwood behind the Civic Center.