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Tailwagger
March 15, 2017
Thanks to support from people like you, homeless animals in the South found their forever homes right here in Washington County. Read more in our March 15, 2017 Tailwagger.
Read MorePrepping Paws Before the Storm
March 14, 2017
Click here to watch a segment from WHAG about how to prepare your pets for harsh winter weather like Washington County experienced overnight.
Read MoreADJUSTED HOURS ON MARCH 14 DUE TO WEATHER
March 13, 2017
Due to pending inclement weather conditions, the Humane Society of Washington County will open at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, March 14th and remain open until 6:00 pm. In the event that weather conditions remain severe at 1:00 pm, the shelter may close for the remainder of the day. Please reference the HSWC website, hswcmd.org, or Facebook page for updates. Anyone experiencing an emergency regarding a stray animal that is sick, injured, or threatening public safety, or an animal suffering from abuse or...
Read MoreHSWC Celebrates St. Patrick's Day with "Lucky" Adoption Discounts
March 6, 2017
The Humane Society of Washington County is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a pot of gold and is giving adopters the chance to test their luck. Throughout the week of March 13th – 17th, all adopters can choose from the HSWC’s “You’re in Luck” pot of gold coins. Each coin will be marked with a different percentage discount for the adoption fee.
Read MoreHSWC Performance Indicators through February 2017
March 3, 2017
We're excited about our promising numbers as 2017 gets under way!
Read MoreHSWC Featured in Animal Sheltering Magazine
March 2, 2017
We're so thrilled to have our Traveling Fosters program highlighted in the Spring 2017 issue of Animal Sheltering magazine!! If you'd like to view the PDF of the entire magazine, you can find the excellent article titled "In Fosters We Trust" on page 36.
Read MoreHSWC Seizes Opportunities for Special National Training
March 2, 2017
Four HSWC staff members have received educational support from local and national sponsors that they will bring back to our animal shelter and community. Michael Cestero, Animal Admissions Supervisor, was awarded a scholarship from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) to attend the HSUS Animal Care Expo in Florida, and Lisa Jacobs, Feline Health & Behavior Coordinator, will attend the same conference thanks to a generous airfare sponsorship from a long-time...
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March 1, 2017
Click here to read the March 1, 2017 edition of the Tailwagger. Read the story of Pharaoh, a sweet cat with a burn injury to his neck, and how you can help animals just like him.
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February 16, 2017
Click here to read the February 15, 2017 edition of the Tailwagger. Learn how Hurricane Matthew brought a family together.
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