Miss Honey and Matilda Enjoy a Break from Shelter Life Miss Honey and Matilda are currently settling into a foster home. Matilda’s taking to three-legged life like a seasoned professional, romping and playing under the watchful eye of her loving mama. We’re sure that with time Miss Honey’s maternal instincts will wane, but for now, we’re happy to […]
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Earlier this week, we introduced you to Wilbur, a sweet, three-month-old puppy who arrived at KHS in critical condition. He is suffering from lethargy, dehydration and diarrhea due to Giardia, and he’s also battling Demodectic Mange, which has left him with no fur. That means poor Wilbur’s largest and most protective organ—his skin—is swollen, infected and extremely sensitive to every
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Wilbur, a three-month-old puppy, recently arrived at our Sam Swope Pet Treatment and Lifesaving Center in critical condition. His frail little body is covered with demodectic mange, leaving his skin hairless, scab-covered and infection-ridden. With his skin exposed and unprotected, every touch or slight movement leaves poor Wilbur in immense pain. To make matters even
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KHS Welcomes Over 30 Animals from Shelters Impacted by Devastating Storms and Flooding Our hearts go out to all of the communities, people and animals impacted by the storms in Kentucky over the past week. As a loyal KHS supporter, we want you to know how we’re helping animals and people in Kentucky during this
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Mother/Daughter Duo Rescued Miss Honey and Matilda recently arrived at our Sam Swope Pet Treatment and Lifesaving Center in heartbreaking condition.At just two-years-old, Miss Honey is alreadyseverely emaciated with a body score of 2 out of 9, weighing just 33 pounds when she should weigh at least 50. Despite her own suffering, Miss Honey’s maternal instincts led her
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With severe weather on the way, it’s important to take a few extra steps to ensure the safety of your pets. Here’s some tips on how to keep your pets secure and calm during severe weather events: 1. Keep Pets Indoors: Always bring your pets inside when bad weather hits. High winds, lightning, and hail
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‼️ TEAM KHS RAFFLE OPEN NOW ‼️ Cheer on Colonel and Julep in Animal Planet’s #PuppyBowl and support KHS shelter pets at the same time by entering our #TeamKHS raffle, open now through Sunday, February 9 at 8 p.m. 🐾 For just $10 per entry, you get a chance to win $1,000 cash AND all
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The Franklin County 13 have been at our Willow Hope Farm for almost a month now, and are making slow, steady strides towards recovery every day. The first month of care is critical, and often times touch-and-go, for neglected horses. We are constantly monitoring for symptoms of refeeding syndrome and supporting them as they reacclimate
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Ready to adopt? Streamline the process by completing an ONLINE adoption interest form at kyhumane.org/adoption-interest-form, and you’ll be headed home with your new best friend in no time! By completing the online adoption interest form before you arrive, you’ll save time while at our adoption sites. Once you’ve completed the form, come to our Sam
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BIG NEWS! We are absolutely THRILLED to announce that KHS is representing the Commonwealth of Kentucky in the cutest sporting event of the year – Animal Planet’s PUPPY BOWL! Tune into Animal Planet at 2 PM on Sunday, February 9 to catch Colonel the Beagle and Julep, the FIRST EVER St. Bernard mix to paw-ticipate
