We stand in solidarity with the people of Maui during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to those affected by the fires, including the furry members of families who have lost their homes. In the wake of the devastating fire tragedy that swept through Lahaina and parts of Maui last month, a clear and strong reminder comes to light of the importance of being prepared to safeguard not only ourselves but also our beloved pets. As the flames raged and the communities tried to protect life and … [Read more...] about Learning from Maui’s Tragedy: Getting Prepared for Emergencies
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Time for A Walk (and THE Walk)
Don’t feel like going for a walk? Easy fix: get a dog! I’ve said it many times…I am not a fan of exercise, and it wasn’t really a big part of my life until I adopted Cassidy Roo seven-and-a-half years ago. Now, there’s a minimum of an hour walking per day. I love it and, more importantly, Cassidy Roo loves it too! The Mayo Clinic states we should get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity a week, or a combination of moderate and vigorous activity. The guidelines suggest you spread … [Read more...] about Time for A Walk (and THE Walk)
The Cat’s Meow
One of the things that’s so awesome about working at Yavapai Humane Society is our staff! When we say, “Caring for animals isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are,” we mean it! Every single one of our amazing team treats each and every animal we care for as if it were their own, and they often share stories with me about some of them, so I can share them with you. Here’s what Kaelyn Mitchell, one of our Cat Staff, shared with me recently. “Figaro, Piglet, Pumba, Tiana, Timon and Nemo were a … [Read more...] about The Cat’s Meow
June is National Microchipping Month, Emergency Preparedness Month, and Adopt a Shelter Cat Month
June is National Microchipping Month! Microchipping is a safe and effective way to ensure your pets can be identified quickly and come home safe to you if they ever become lost or stolen. A microchip is a small device, about the size of a grain of rice, which is inserted under your pet’s skin. It contains a unique identification number that is linked to your contact information in a database, which can be read using a special scanner. When a lost or stray animal is brought to Yavapai Humane … [Read more...] about June is National Microchipping Month, Emergency Preparedness Month, and Adopt a Shelter Cat Month
Shelters Seeing Uptick in Pet Adoptions
Spring is a great time for new beginnings, and for thousands of homeless animals across the country, it may be just the right time to find loving, responsible forever families. That’s because the national 2023 Tour for Life event runs through April in collaboration with shelters and rescue partners in 66 cities and towns across 39 states. For example, four dogs are settling into a happy home life with families who have just adopted them. Lotus, a Basenji fox terrier mix; Poncho, a Bernese … [Read more...] about Shelters Seeing Uptick in Pet Adoptions
Are Your Precious Pets Stressed?
There’s stress all around us: Whether it be work, school, health, family or financial…there’s no way to avoid it. Stress affects not only us but our 4-legged family members also. We know how it makes us feel, so we certainly want to help alleviate our pet’s stress. Some signs of their stress and anxiety are subtle and some are very obvious, so knowing the signs to look for is the first step to helping them. Here’s a little information on some of the signs to look for with your dog: … [Read more...] about Are Your Precious Pets Stressed?
Let’s Go for A Walk Together
Do you sometimes feel that taking your dog out for a walk is more of a chore than an enjoyment? In all honesty, I can say for me, sometimes it does feel that way. Waking up early, piling on layers of warm clothes and boots and having to go out is not my idea of a good time, especially if it’s snowing or raining. The funny thing is once I get out there and start walking with my girl, I almost immediately have an “attitude adjustment” and start to get a little pep in my step and enjoy my time … [Read more...] about Let’s Go for A Walk Together
Feeling the Love From Pets
February is traditionally known as the month of love! If you need a little inspiration to understand and remember what unconditional love is, just take a look at your pets. We’ve all heard the saying “a dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than it loves itself.” Just look into their eyes and you can feel that love. We can learn so much about love from our pets. Like pure devotion to you and you alone! They’ll cuddle up with you when you don’t feel good or had a bad day, they’re … [Read more...] about Feeling the Love From Pets
Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
It’s time to get prepared: Winter is in full swing, and it brings the dangers of severe cold weather, snow, ice and even power outages. It’s a good idea to prepare a disaster/emergency kit and include your pet in those preparations. Be sure to have enough non-perishable food, water and any prescription medications for you and your pets (as well as heartworm and flea/tick preventives) on hand to get through at least five days. Just like us, our pets like a nice comfy place to sleep and may … [Read more...] about Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
Thankful for Community Support in Sheltering Animals
The holidays are in full swing, and our days are full of celebrations with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on the year and remember all we accomplished and everything we are thankful for. All of us at Yavapai Humane Society are thankful for you, and we are proud and honored to be a part of this amazing pet loving community! As we prepare to leave 2022 behind us, Yavapai Humane Society would like to thank you all for the support and generosity you have shown us. Because of you, we are … [Read more...] about Thankful for Community Support in Sheltering Animals
