10 Reasons Why Senior Pets Rule

Senior pets are often at the shelter longer and they are often passed over for younger, more energetic pets. In honor of National Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month, we’d like to offer these 10 reasons why adopting a senior pet is a great idea! 1. What You See Is What You Get. Important traits have already emerged, such … Continued

The Phoenix Fund

Named after the Greek myth about the phoenix that obtains new life after being regenerated or reborn, the Phoenix Fund was established to give critically injured or ill animals a second chance. Donations to this special bank account are set aside to pay for costly surgeries, life-saving medications and rehabilitation. Every year, HSHC takes in … Continued

Donate Kitty Litter

Did you know you can help our shelter earn free Fresh Step cat litter? Join the Fresh Step Paw Points program (don’t worry, it’s free) to donate your points to our shelter and help us earn free cat litter.  Here’s how: 1. PURCHASE FRESH STEP CAT LITTER 2. JOIN PAW POINTS Create a Paw Points … Continued

Dogtober Spooktacular!

For the entire month of Dogtober (October), we’re reducing the adoption fee on all dogs one year and over to just $50! If you’ve been considering adoption, now is the perfect time! Click here to view the dogs’ photos and biographies. To begin the adoption application process, click here. Print and complete the application and … Continued

2016 “Make Your Pet a Pin-Up” Calendars

We have a cover winner! The Humane Society of Harford County’s 2016 calendar is here and features all the local pets who entered our contest. Check out all the winners and either come into the shelter to purchase a calendar for just $5 each (regularly $10) or order your copies online and they will be … Continued

Shelter Challenge

The Shelter Challenge is held several times throughout the year to support and assist animal rescue & welfare organizations around the world. VOTE HERE Voters are limited to one (1) vote per person per day. Votes will be accepted from Monday, June 1, 2015, until Midnight (PT) on Sunday, August 9, 2015.  Should The Humane … Continued

Sponsor Putts Fore Paws

There are multiple levels of sponsorships that your business can choose from to support the Humane Society of Harford County’s Putts Fore Paws Golf Tournament. Each level entitles you to a variety of benefits. LEVELS OF SUPPORT TOP DOG Presenting Sponsor (1 Available) – $5,000 All the perks of the Photography Sponsor plus: Your organization … Continued

Fall Feline Frenzy

It’s fall and that means tailgating, hot cider, a chill in the air…and $25 cat adoptions at The Humane Society of Harford County! We’re rooting for you to score your new pal in time to catch the game. For a limited time, the adoption fee for all cats and kittens is just $25, (reduced from … Continued

Escape to Cancun!

We’ve got 2 tickets to paradise for YOU to stay at the luxurious *all-inclusive* Iberostar Cancun for 8 gorgeous days and 7 exciting nights. This vacation includes airfare, lodging, meals and drinks for two (a $3,000 value)! Raffle tickets are $100 each and we’re only selling 100 tickets, so these incredible odds are in your … Continued

Quilt Raffle

You could win this beautiful Queen-sized Carpenter Star pattern quilt with a dog accented motif! This treasured quilt has been lovingly handmade and donated by Wendy Wehner and Diane Hoover. All proceeds will benefit The Humane Society of Harford County’s GIMME SHELTER Capital Campaign to help build and equip the new animal shelter. Tickets are … Continued