Save Lives While You Shop
Many of us are buying a LOT more at the grocery store right now than we did pre-COVID. If you’re a customer of Mar-Val Food Stores, Sierra Hills Market, or Angels Food Market, please be sure to sign up for your free eScrip Community Card and have it scanned every time you make a purchase. […]
The Rule Of Three When Adopting A New Pet
When adopting a shelter or rescue pet, patience and understanding are key. Some pups adjust quickly, and some take more time to feel comfortable and secure. Remember the Rule of Three. The rewards are worth it! ♥️🐾 #Dogtober Your new dog is figuring out his new home and family. He knows he lives with you. […]
A Successful Pet Food Bank Drive Through
We had an absolute blast yesterday at our first-ever Drive-Thru Pet Food Bank. We met fabulous folks from virtually every town in Calaveras County and distributed a whopping 1,089 pounds of free dog and cat food — that’s more than half a ton! We feel so great knowing that the people we met today won’t […]
Wash Your Hands Before Handling Pets
All Parts Of Lilies Are Poisonous
If you’re enjoying some cut flowers to make things feel a bit more Easter-y this year: Yep, lilies are beautiful. But your cat, being the curious beast that he is, is likely to do more than just take a look. WARNING: All parts of the lily are toxic, even the pollen and the water in […]
Pets Respond To Families Sheltering In Place
For most of our pets, having us around 24/7 all of a sudden is a new and novel thing. How are YOUR pets reacting to seeing so much of you? Does your dog absolutely love it? Would your cat like his privacy back? Have you come up with any creative activities or games to keep […]
COVID-19: Details on Our Closure, Programs & More
What a ride this topsy-turvy year has been! Your Calaveras Humane Society worked hard to remain open for our most critical services in spite of widespread COVID closures, because we knew our community was counting on us. We held two critical drive-thru pet food bank events in April and May, distributing more than 2,000 pounds […]
As Springtime and Easter Approach…
As springtime and Easter approach, we just want to remind everyone that those darling baby bunnies live a long time, require specialized veterinary care, and breed like, well… But if a rabbit friend is on your list this year, please remember that many shelters have them available for adoption (we have three!) — and they’re […]
Sleep With Someone You Just Met Online
Browse and share the pet profiles on our website 24/7. ❤️🐾
Skunk Mating Season
Be aware when letting your dogs outside that we’re in the midst of skunk mating season, and they are On. The. Move. Male skunks will travel up to five miles (their territory is normally restricted to about two) lookin’ for love, so they’re passing through backyards and wandering properties throughout the county. Keep an eye […]
