6/11/2025 – Iris Update It’s been two weeks since we introduced you to Iris – a dog who was witnessed being dragged behind a moving car on a busy road. Since she arrived at our Sam Swope Pet Treatment and Lifesaving Center, Iris has been under constant observation. With degloving wounds covering her feet and legs and awful road […]
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Before you read any further, please know that the dog we’re about to show you is safe and getting the loving care she needs. KHS does not have the jurisdiction to investigate crimes against animals, no matter how horrific. Our job is to give her the care she needs to survive, and we hope you’ll stand behind
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Miss Honey and Matilda Are Adoptable! The day has finally come – Miss Honey and Matilda have been cleared by our veterinary team and are now available for adoption as a bonded pair! Thanks to your support, they were able to peacefully recover in a foster home until the time for next steps came along. Now they’re finally ready to
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Update 5/16/2025 – Wilbur is Healing Beautifully! It’s official – Wilbur’s no longer a pink little piglet! He grows more fur every single day, and we love the fawn-colored look he’s got going on. While he’s not quite ready for adoption yet, Wilbur is getting all of the tender loving care he deserves in his foster home. His
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Our Sam Swope Pet TLC (241 Steedly Drive) is OPEN until 7 p.m. EVERY THURSDAY and our East Campus (1000 Lyndon Lane) is OPEN until 7 p.m. EVERY FRIDAY starting May 11! That means more time after work to find a new BFF. See you soon! View locations and hours: https://www.kyhumane.org/about/locations/
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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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Petunia Update 3/31/2025 Petunia arrived at our Sam Swope Pet Treatment and Lifesaving Center last week with a severely broken front left leg. Knowing amputation was the only way to guarantee this sweet girl makes a full recovery, we proceeded with surgery on Friday morning. Since then, Petunia has been recovering under our veterinary team’s
