Merry Christmas to All!The weather outside is frightful, but inside it's so delightful! It's the best time to enjoy a cozy home. We are counting our blessings of support, donations and volunteers that help HSOC during the winter season when pet rescues can make a life or death difference for homeless pets. What's in Santas Bag for Your PetsThere is a reason why Jackson Galaxy, a well-known cat behaviorist, travels with guitar case filled with wand and feather cat toys, cats love them. They get to be with you and satisfy their chase and catch instinct. The feathers are a good attachment because their claws are not likely to get snagged in them unlike other cloth wand toys, but it is important to put them away when not in use so they can't chew and swallow the string. Swallowing string can be fatal for cats. Mice toys are always a favorite. Battery powered interactive toys are also a great choice to keep cats from getting bored and feeling neglected when you are away or time is short. Scratch pads and cat trees are a must for cat owners to save your furniture and relieve stress. They are the little lions in our house, and toys that allow them to practice their hunting instincts, can help keep behavior issues at bay. An interesting website, CatLovesBest - Tips, Tricks & Cat Product Reviews For Feline Lovers, has lots of insights and advice for a happy cat. Dogs come in all sizes, likes and dislikes so the best toy for your dog is probably one that will last more than 2 minutes and hold their attention! Kong is known for their durable toys among other brands. Food motivated dogs will love the ones that hold treats, but whatever motivates your pup, beware of cheap cute toys that shred too easily and become choking hazards. Just like kids, dogs love their toys. What is more heartwarming than watching the excitement of your dog proudly carrying around a new toy! Some great interactive toys can be found at this website, The Best 12 Interactive Dog Toys to Keep Your Canine Busy - Veterinarians.org No Kill Louisville's 12th Annual Pet Angel Tree Program has begun Click the Facebook Link below to find out how you can help HSOC pets and other area rescues No Kill Louisville Facebook Pet Angel Tree Happy Ever Afters!
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November NewsletterHappy Thanksgiving!Soon we will give thanks for our many blessings. As you gather or cook for your family, you can indulge your pets with some treats from the table but please keep in mind human foods that your pets can't have such as onions, leeks, grapes, raisins and artificial sweeteners like xylitol. This link below can provide more info Thanksgiving Foods Dogs Can & Can't Eat - BARK Post One Year Anniversary!!!![]() It's the 1 year anniversary of our new building! And we have been busier than we’ve even been! *Calls to our shelter for assistance are up 25% * There has been a 27% increase in the number of people surrendering their animals due to illness or changes in their financial status, which is a 3 year trend. *People requesting help from our Hungry Paws pet food bank are up 25%. *We will have completed 1,850 spay/neuters , the largest 1 year total in our history! We have been able to purchase many things for our low-cost s/n clinic. Items that will make it safer, and more efficient for our animals and staff. *Additional surgery and exam tables, a surgery light, laser machine, and patient heart monitor just to name a few. We have been able to put up a much needed storage building, and perimeter fencing. The dogs got kennel fencing, and a play yard with dog friendly artificial turf. Our volunteers have already logged over 18,000 hours. Thank you for your support and encouragement that help keep us going! As always, we are in need of volunteers so if you would like to lend a hand to this amazing non-profit, email our volunteer coordinator at shell44@aol.com. We had a particularly busy kitten season, leaving us in need of cat loving volunteers for cleaning cat rooms at our facility (comes with cuddling benefits) and cat fosters. Event help and planners and clinic volunteers are another need. Be an Angel for a Homeless PetNo Kill Louisville's 12th Annual Pet Angel Tree Program has begun Click the Facebook Link below to find out how you can help HSOC pets and other area rescues No Kill Louisville Facebook Pet Angel Tree A Few Happy Ever Afters!October Newsletter! |
This little girl was brought to our spay/neuter clinic by a nice Henry County couple that have their hands full with lots of outdoor cats that were coming in to get "fixed". She had an injury to her back right leg and after an x-ray, it was discovered that she was suffering from a broken knee. Also, during an exam a huge abscess was found in that leg. What a relief for her to get rid of that pressure. "Clean up on isle 5!"
It was a possibility that it may have to be amputated if she didn't begin to use it again, but gladly she has regained her mobility. Boy has she ever! She went to foster care where she could be observed closer and get some TLC, and now her foster mom says she flies through the house like a rocket using the leg to stabilize her balance. It's definitely not slowing this girl down! Bernice, affectionately called "Miss Priss" is now climbing stairs, jumping and pestering the dog. What a kitten is suppose to be doing!
She is sweet with lots of purrs and ready for adoption. Applications can be found on this website under "Adopt"
It was a possibility that it may have to be amputated if she didn't begin to use it again, but gladly she has regained her mobility. Boy has she ever! She went to foster care where she could be observed closer and get some TLC, and now her foster mom says she flies through the house like a rocket using the leg to stabilize her balance. It's definitely not slowing this girl down! Bernice, affectionately called "Miss Priss" is now climbing stairs, jumping and pestering the dog. What a kitten is suppose to be doing!
She is sweet with lots of purrs and ready for adoption. Applications can be found on this website under "Adopt"
Happily Ever Afters!
Happy Mothers Day!
Treat your Mom or a pet's Mom to a show
next Sunday May 15th, 1-4!
Enjoy a fun show and help save animals lives. There will be a coffee and dessert bar by Hillbilly Coffee and Q & A Sweet Treats, a silent auction, local vendors offering clothing, accessories, art, skin care and more, and dog training tips by Dave the Dogman on the runway before the show. Come see Lagrange's own Mayor, John Black, take to the catwalk! & show your support for all of our brave models! Win a bourbon basket, dance lessons, dog basket, cat basket, wine & paint class and much more at our silent auction. A memory that's unforgettable! |
Don't miss the show everyone is barking about!
Adopted a dog recently?
Most rescue dogs go through a transitional period when you first bring them home. Try to give them some time to adjust. Your new furry friend may not show his true personality for weeks or months.
———Remember the 3-3-3 rule————--
3 days— In the first 3 days, your dog may feel scared of her surroundings and may not even feel like eating or drinking much. She may shut down and hide or may act out and test boundaries.
3 weeks—He may begin to feel more comfortable and start letting down his guard. He may begin to show his true personality, which means behaviors, both good and bad, may start to show up.
3 months—She should be comfortable in your home and in her routine. She should have a good foundation of trust In you now.
Things aren’t always perfect at first when you bring a new rescue into your home. Give them, and yourself, some time and patience and soon you will both be more at ease and ready to start a new life together.
———Remember the 3-3-3 rule————--
3 days— In the first 3 days, your dog may feel scared of her surroundings and may not even feel like eating or drinking much. She may shut down and hide or may act out and test boundaries.
3 weeks—He may begin to feel more comfortable and start letting down his guard. He may begin to show his true personality, which means behaviors, both good and bad, may start to show up.
3 months—She should be comfortable in your home and in her routine. She should have a good foundation of trust In you now.
Things aren’t always perfect at first when you bring a new rescue into your home. Give them, and yourself, some time and patience and soon you will both be more at ease and ready to start a new life together.
Thank you Hermitage Farms
for the fantastic donation from your Easter Egg Hunt!
Happily Ever Afters!
Lives your support helped save
A Helping Hand from Hermitage Farm
Easter Egg Hunt Saturday April 16thJoin us for Hermitage Farm’s annual Easter Egg Hunt! Saturday April 16th we will be hosting a number of egg hunts for kids of all ages, while families can enjoy a selection of box lunches and pastries. With springtime cocktails available from our mobile bar, an exclusive Hermitage pop-up shop, and a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny, this is the perfect Easter event for the whole family. Tickets for the egg hunts are $10 per child, and all proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Oldham County– there will even be a few cute friends available for adoption!
Spots are by registration only, so hop on over to the Hermitage Farm website to sign up now!
Spots are by registration only, so hop on over to the Hermitage Farm website to sign up now!
Many seniors count on their pets for companionship, especially those who live alone. With many seniors living at or below the poverty line, some struggle with the cost of pet ownership and will share meals with their pets or feed them before eating themselves. Often seniors and pets will be malnourished and underweight.
Meals on Wheels program through Tri-County Community Action Agency provides homebound seniors with nutritious meals and dedicated volunteers that offer check-ins and companionship.
The Humane Society of Oldham County is proud to be partnering with Tri-County and their Meals on Wheels program in Oldham County to offer pet food and assistance through volunteers as well. Working together will allow us to share vital resources, to combat social isolation among our homebound seniors, and ensure that they and their pets have what they need to age in place together.
Meals on Wheels program through Tri-County Community Action Agency provides homebound seniors with nutritious meals and dedicated volunteers that offer check-ins and companionship.
The Humane Society of Oldham County is proud to be partnering with Tri-County and their Meals on Wheels program in Oldham County to offer pet food and assistance through volunteers as well. Working together will allow us to share vital resources, to combat social isolation among our homebound seniors, and ensure that they and their pets have what they need to age in place together.
SOME BENEFITS OF PET OWNERSHIP TO SENIORS
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HSOC gets a huge boost from Crypto Currency! Dogecoin!
Dogepalooza - Different for a Reason.
HSOC is a part of this new phenomenon as a Charity of Choice
HSOC is a part of this new phenomenon as a Charity of Choice
The founder, team, sponsors, vendors, and committed friends of Dogepalooza believe in the
DOGE motto of Do Only Good Everyday.
Each festival location will designate local and national charities to benefit from
Dogepalooza in a financially substantial way, no strings attached.
No corporate administrative structure to drain the resources,
enabling us to give back more to the community.
The first Dogepalooza will held in Sugarland, Texas on April 23rd with an amazing line up including Dionne Warwick!
DOGE motto of Do Only Good Everyday.
Each festival location will designate local and national charities to benefit from
Dogepalooza in a financially substantial way, no strings attached.
No corporate administrative structure to drain the resources,
enabling us to give back more to the community.
The first Dogepalooza will held in Sugarland, Texas on April 23rd with an amazing line up including Dionne Warwick!
Spring is the time for action and growth!
Thank you for being supporters to make these rescues happen!
Enjoy some happily ever afters!
Thank you for being supporters to make these rescues happen!
Enjoy some happily ever afters!
Save the Date & Share the Flyer!
Everyone could use a little
luck of the Irish!
Spring is just around the corner! Thank Goodness!
The Humane Society of Oldham County is growing by leaps and bounds
and we have extended our hours of operation.
We are now open Mon / Tues / Wed / Fri : 10am to 4pm
We have a full time, paid position open for an office clerk
Experience with animals is desired but not required
Excellent social media and computer skills needed
Good communication skills required to work with volunteers, staff & clients
Must be organized and team oriented to support others
Please send resume to Michele at mjculp@bellsouth.net
Like hangin' out with cats? Volunteers needed for cat room cleaning & socialization during open hours. Volunteers also needed for spay/neuter clinics, events and more.
Meet Taz!
Taz is a 6-year-old Merle Catahoula mix weighing about 100 pounds.
Taz is a love bug. He loves attention and he gives back just as much as he gets. He would make a great companion, especially for someone who might be feeling a little lonely. He will make his new owner laugh, that’s for sure!
Taz loves to roll around in the grass and just be a dog. He loves people.
He could definitely share a home with a laid-back dog.
No cats though please!
He is an excellent student in Camp K-9 and is now working on advanced commands. He has been with us far too long for such a wonderful dog, with over 250 days in Camp K-9!
If you think Taz could make your life a little bit brighter, Open your heart to this sweet boy who needs a home. Please go to our website to the “Adopt” page and fill out an application or call 502-222-7537 M/T/W/F 10-4, leave your contact info and a message saying "I'm interested in TAZ!"
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Taz is a 6-year-old Merle Catahoula mix weighing about 100 pounds.
Taz is a love bug. He loves attention and he gives back just as much as he gets. He would make a great companion, especially for someone who might be feeling a little lonely. He will make his new owner laugh, that’s for sure!
Taz loves to roll around in the grass and just be a dog. He loves people.
He could definitely share a home with a laid-back dog.
No cats though please!
He is an excellent student in Camp K-9 and is now working on advanced commands. He has been with us far too long for such a wonderful dog, with over 250 days in Camp K-9!
If you think Taz could make your life a little bit brighter, Open your heart to this sweet boy who needs a home. Please go to our website to the “Adopt” page and fill out an application or call 502-222-7537 M/T/W/F 10-4, leave your contact info and a message saying "I'm interested in TAZ!"
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Would you like to be a Sponsor for Fashion & Furiends?
We would be happy to develop that connection & provide exposure for your business to the animal loving community of Oldham County!
Contact Bobbi at bjsdewey@gmail.com
We would be happy to develop that connection & provide exposure for your business to the animal loving community of Oldham County!
Contact Bobbi at bjsdewey@gmail.com
A few happy adoption pictures!
Special Thanks to Lucky Cat Cafe for some wonderful cat adoptions also!
Special Thanks to Lucky Cat Cafe for some wonderful cat adoptions also!