A pilot program is underway to improve the quality of life for older adults and increase the number of pet adoptions in Harvey County. “This is the only place this is happening,” said Dr. Mary Carman of Prairie View. The newly created Older Adult Pet Adoption Program provides support to older adults who want to …
Tag Archive: kansas
Nov
09
Contemplating pet adoption – Kansan.com
Two fuzzy blurs of fur speed by as Drew Perry, a senior from Wichita, watches with a smile. Perry’s cats, Mr. Rumples and Kristopherson, energetically wrestle one another before crashing into a table, sending papers flying. They look healthy. But a moment later, Perry stops the cats and pulls out a long syringe, the “Pill …
Oct
05
October is Adopt a Dog Month – Wichita Eagle
October is national Adopt a Dog Month, and Cowley County Humane Society is celebrating by lowering dog adoption fees by 50 percent throughout the month. That means adoption fees are $40 or $60, depending on whether the lucky dog or puppy you choose has been previously spayed or neutered. Whether you’d like a playful puppy, …
Oct
03
Humane society celebrating Adopt a Dog Month – The Winfield Daily Courier
Looking for an exercise buddy, a best friend or a constant companion for the senior in your life? What about having a fuzzy face to greet you at the door after a long day at work? If you’re single, taking a dog for a walk is another great way to meet others. Why choose a …
Jun
29
Free cat giveaway claws on – emporiagazette.com
Adopting a cat at Emporia’s Animal Shelter won’t cost local residents a penny the rest of this year. Emporia leaders for the fourth time have extended the free cat giveaway at the shelter. Anyone adopting a cat in 2011 won’t have to pay the $20 adoption fee. Residents may adopt a cat or dog at …
Jun
21
Free cat adoption gives Kansas Humane Society more space for pets – KSN TV
The Kansas Humane Society now has more space to care for more animals this summer after a special adoption event Saturday. All kittens and cats were given away for free to good homes. In addition to the free adoption, the felines were also spayed or neutered, microchipped and given a five pound bag of food. …
May
08
Pet Adopt-A-Thon celebrates ‘graduations’ – CJOnline.com
A festive atmosphere enveloped the Helping Hands Humane Society shelter Saturday afternoon as employees and volunteers celebrated each animal’s new home with cheers and pomp and circumstance. The shelter, 2625 N.W. Rochester Road, featured a graduation theme for its Adopt-A-Thon, which was to run from 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m., with cupcakes and cakes provided …
Apr
19
Pitt State promotes pet adoption – Pittsburg, KS – Morning Sun
Pittsburg State University students and the SEK Humane Society gathered on campus Monday to promote pet adoption. Multiple members of the President’s Emerging Leaders Program prepared dozens of baked goods, including brownies, cookies, cakes and pies, to sell to raise money for the shelter. “We’re bettering the community,” said freshman Nicole Bishop. To help their …
Mar
11
Find a furry friend (Kansas)
They’re our best friends, our confidants and our bedtime companions. Our pets have become so important to us that many people count them as family members. We call ourselves “pet parents,” and even dress our pets up for Halloween and buy them expensive toys and shelters. Americans are so crazy about animals, in fact, that …
Feb
10
Free cats offer extended through June (Emporia, KS)
A promotion that allows Emporia residents to take home free cats from the animal shelter has been extended another five months. The cat giveaway has led to a significant reduction in the cat population in the shelter. There have been 147 cats adopted so far. “There is value in this program,” said Emporia Police Lt. …
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