As a young mother, Kirby was brought to the local county shelter with her three young babies. In the short time she was there, the volunteers helped her nurse her young children, fed her, and cared...
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Blog Redesign
Welcome back to the brand new VHS Blog!We know it has been out of "service" for a while, but it is getting booted back up bigger and better than ever.Expect to see more photos, more stories, more...
Top 15 Update
Here is an update for the Top 15 (currently) in the Calendar Contest! 1. Photo 15 Sydney (590 votes)2. Photo 14 Dublin & Zoe (431 votes)3. Photo 18 Buddy C (420 votes)4. Photo 67 Mocha (336...
2012 Calendar Contest!
Wanna Make Your Pet a Star? Submit photos of your favorite companion from July 1, 2011 through July 22, 2011 and enter your cute pet into our 2011 Calendar Contest! Photos may be submitted to...
No Place to Call Home
Phoebe was not ready to come back to the shelter when she did. She had such a perfect life where she was and she had no clue what was happening to her. About four years ago, we rescued a five year...
Blog Birthday
Hello everybody,This Sunday, the blog will be celebrating it's second birthday. Can you believe that? I know I sure can't. It's been a swell two years. Hopefully these stories have intrigued your...
Pleasanton Patch
Hello all! I was asked to start blogging with the Pleasanton Patch and I wanted to share my first post with you too! Here it is:My name is Melissa and I work for Valley Humane Society, Pleasanton's...
Update on VHS Cat Melody
I recieved this email today, and I wanted to share: "Wanted to send you a note about Melody who we have renamed "Bitsey". She is one year old today and absolutely adorable! We think she is about...
The sound of barking dogs echoes through the hallways of Valley Humane Societyโs brand new animal adoption and education center. Although the Pleasanton animal welfare organization is still a few...
New Families
Here are Bruschetta and Andy in their new homes. :DBruschettaAndy
The Week in Review
A lot has happened this week!Here were all of the adoptions that occurred in the week of April 8 through April 9: Roman, Spice, Sebastian, Panda & VancouverRomanRoman was adopted to a family of...
Update
Hello faithful followers!I just wanted to inform you that I am in the process of upgrading the blog- and making it more user friendly.With that, I will also be writing 1-2 posts a week, that are...
Recent Adoptions
We have had a lot of great adoptions lately!First, Sunset went home on the 26th. Sunset was a gorgeous kitty who was only in Kitty City a few days before she was swept up. Her new family was here at...
Feta
Feta, the second to last "Cheese" was adopted today! Congratulations Feta!
Dalmatian and Boxer
Our cat litter, "The Dogs" went into a home today! Boxer and Dalmatian were adopted together, and their brother, Husky went with them just to get him out of the shelter for a while because he was...
Meunster and Havarti
Two more of our Cheese "Cats" were adopted today! If anybody knows the story about these Cheese kittens, you'll know they had a crazy start to life, and lost their mom at a young age. Slowly but...
Lisa
Lisa, the fourth of the "Simpsons" dog litter, was finally adopted today! Her mom Marge, and siblings Maggie and Homer were immediately adopted. Her brother, Bart, is still here at the shelter....
Latte
After a long ten month stay at the shelter, Latte was adopted today. Latte grew up not knowing anything other than shelter life. She was doing very well until her brother, Decaf was adopted. She...
Chase
Chase, the toy Australian Shepard, was adopted today. Chase was surrendered to us from a home where the family could no longer keep him. They were devastated to say goodbye but knew he would be in a...
Hawaii
Hawaii was FINALLY adopted today after long stay at VHS and a short reign as mayor of Kitty City. Hawaii came to us in May of 2010 from a hoarder. She was rescued with her four tiny babies who were...
Casey
Casey was adopted yesterday to an amazing lady who couldn't wait to bring him home! She walked into Kitty City and fell immediately in love! Congratulations Casey, you were truly a sweet heart.
Peach, Sinatra & Clancy
Peach was adopted today! Peach is now in the same home as Carla. The family came in about a month ago and fell in love with both of them. But, both kittens had something called Coccidia, which is a...
Buddah , Zebra, and Meatball
Three of our homeless friends went home today! Buddah, Zebra, and Meatball.Buddah was adopted by the same couple who adopted Cuppie a couple weeks prior. Cuppie seemed to be lonely so the couple...
Fiona, Esmeralda, Buzz & Honey
Four pets found their forever homes today, yahoo! First, Fiona found her home with a kind family who could not resist her once they saw her! Fiona was only in Kitty City a little over a day.Then,...
Adoption Follow Up: Swiss
"Pounce de Leon (AKA Swiss) is absolutely wonderful! These pictures were taken shortly after Christmas. Iโm still trying to get some action shots of Pounce leaping, jumping and charging around the...
Franklin
Franklin went home to a great family today! Franklin was rescued from East County Animal Shelter during the holiday season. He had been surrendered to the county shelter because the owners could no...
Patch Article: Spay and Neuter Your Pets!
This week's Patch Article was on spaying and neutering your pets.Check it out by clicking HERE.
Cupid
Cupid was just adopted!
Maggie
Maggie, another one of the Simpsons puppies, was adopted!
Chatty Cathy and Noel
Chatty Cathy and Noel were adopted today to an amazing couple who lives in Santa Cruz! I absolutely adored Chatty, I called her my 'Baby Chats' and I will miss her so much!
Bart & Teddy
Today was a Dog Adoption Day at Valley Humane! We adopted out puppy, Bart and dog, Teddy. Bart was one of the Simpson's puppies and Teddy was the adorable 5 year old Corgi mix!
Marge
Marge, the mom of The Simpsons, was adopted this morning to a great couple! Her new name is Lilly.
Jayden
Jayden was adopted to a very nice family this afternoon. He will be greatly loved and we are so excited for him!
Carla
Carla was adopted this morning! Check back this weekend for a great story!
Sugar
Sugar, of Sugar & Spice, were adopted this morning to a family of VHS Volunteers. They fell in love with her at a volunteer orientation and couldn't wait until she was spayed to take her home!...
What a big day!
We have had a ton of adoptions today. Masquerade was the first to find a home with ISO volunteer and Dog Foster, Tyla. Then, Nutella found a home with a single lady who is very active in Hayward....
Congratulations!
Hawaii is the new mayor of Kitty City!
New Mayor
Oceania was just adopted! That means we need a new mayor.Pizza is our current Vice Mayor- should she be promoted or should we elect a new mayor all together? Vote in the poll to the right. If Pizza...
Martin & Velma
Martin was the first to get adopted today. Many never met Martin- he came to us from Tri City Animal Shelter at the beginning of the month, and immediately went into foster before his neuter...
Motorola & Carlos…..and Decaf!
Saturday's are usually the busiest day at the shelter. We have about 25 volunteers during Saturday's to clean/feed/socialize/answer phones, and have about the same number of visitors too. They are...
Chase
This morning, Chase found his forever home! Chase came to us with his brother Jayden from another rescue organization. He had previously been at Kings County Animal Shelter where he was rescued from...
Snow….now Yoshi!
Snow, a small brown tabby, found his forever home today. Snow was a private surrender who came to us about 3 weeks ago. The lady who surrendered him found him on a deserted road near a bank in...
Pictures
Here are some recent pictures taken here at the shelter. Penguin Honey and BuzzHoney SnowLaverneShirleyLatteDecafVirgo PizzaChatty Cathy
Cameron and Prada
Our fabulous pet of the week, Prada found her home today! She will be living with a dog, so that should be a lot of fun! Also, Cameron was adopted.Check back soon for stories and pictures ๐
Swiss
Swiss was adopted today to a great home! Swiss was one of the Cheese's who need homes! We still have Havarti, Feta, Gouda, and Meunster.
Nutella & Martin
Nutella and Martin came to us from Tri City Animal Shelter on January 4th. They are both very sweet loving dogs.Martin is a two and half year old Dachsund/Cocker Spaniel mix.Nutella is a year to a...
Coffee, Ricotta and Romano
Coffee found her home today after a long stay at Valley Humane. And, Ricotta and Romano found their forever homes after a long six month stay. Check back soon for their stories! :]
Ant, Doc, and Smokey
Ant and Doc were adopted together today!Ant and Doc came to us with about 12 other cats from a home that just had too many animals. They were very young. We had named them after "The Insects", "The...
Christmas Day at Valley Humane Society
Christmas Day is truly magical at Valley Humane Society- that may sound silly, but I will explain why I say this. First, we are closed on Christmas and their is a sense of serenity between the cats...
Six adoptions! Yes, really!
The day before Christmas Eve, always a busy day filled with cooking, cleaning, and present wrapping, right? Wrong! Today six families picked out a forever friend here at the Valley Humane Society....
New cats!
We rescued 8 new cats today from local rescue organizations. Here are some pictures and background information on these cats.Carla- 4 Month Old Grey and White DSH Carla was rescued from Tri City...
Gucci, Pooh and Happy
Today was a great day as well! Gucci was adopted first today. She went home with the same family who adopted Bert & Ernie three months ago. They were looking for an addition that would fit in...
Scooby and Freddie
Scooby and Freddie just found a home!Scooby and Freddie were two kittens of the "Scooby Doo" litter. Their other two family members are mom, Velma and brother, Shaggy. Shaggy was adopted two weeks...
Saturday, December 18 was a success!
This morning, we started out with a new volunteer orientation, where around 25 people came to learn about the VHS programs and about our history. It was great to see so many people come, especially...
Patch Article: The Divine Nine
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about Valley Humane Society's 9 longest residents. Happy reading!...
Muffin
Muffin went home tonight! Two roommates came in last Thursday looking for an older cat who had been here a while longer than most. This is always great news when people are interested in an older...
Gift Certificates!
Do you know somebody close to you who is looking to adopt a pet? And, are you looking for a gift to buy them for the holidays?If so, consider purchasing a Valley Humane Society gift certificate!...
Shaggy, Monet, and Count Dracula
Shaggy was the first homeless shelter pet to find a home today. A lady who had visited previously brought her daughter in to find a family pet. Her daughter was immediately drawn to the "Scooby...
Patch Article: Taking Care of Sick Cats…Information on Feline URI
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about feline upper respiratory infections. Happy reading! http://pleasanton.patch.com/articles/taking-care-of-sick-cats
Chanel
Chanel was adopted today! Chanel was a mom who we took in from Contra Costa Animal Shelter near the end of July. At that time, she had tons of itty-bitty kittens, just days old. They needed to be...
Pet of the Week: Monet
Monet is as pretty as a picture and is looking for her forever home. She arrived here last February as a shy kitty and has grown into an outgoing cat. Sheโs not a big fan of the shelter atmosphere...
Iris, Gabbana, Vera, Blue Jay and Ranger
We had three kittens and two puppies find homes today! Iris, Gabbana, and Vera were the kittens. Blue Jay and Ranger were the puppies! We still have a plethora of kittens, and the last puppy,...
Patch Article: Introducing a Baby into the Family
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about introducing a baby into a home with a pet. Happy...
Tootsie and Huey
Tootsie found her home early this morning! A nice lady who lives on her own saw Tootsie in the paper and just fell in love. Tootsie even sat in the lady's lap. What a perfect match.Huey was also...
Pet of the Week: Velma, Scooby, Shaggy, and Freddie
"Scooby Dooby Doo, where are you? Thatโs an easy question! Scooby Doo, along with his feline family, Freddie, Velma, and Shaggy are here at Valley Humane Society. Velma is a stunning young Calico...
Patch Article: Finding a Good Boarding Kennel
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about finding a good boarding kennel for the holiday traveling season. Happy reading!...
Lilly and Phillie
Last Saturday was a success for puppy Phillie. Phillie found a home with a great couple who had recently lost their Shiitzu. Phillie filled that hole in their hearts immediately!And this past...
Pet of the Week: Tootsie
โNovember is Adopt-A-Senior-Pet Month. Do you have a place in your home and heart for one of our homeless, senior pets? Nobody wants to spend the holidays alone, especially the senior citizens of...
Patch Article: Handling Grief
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about helping a pet handle grief. Happy reading! ...
Puppies!
This Saturday from 11AM to 1PM we will have four terrier mix puppies here at the shelter. The puppies are "The Baseball Litter". We also have Lilly- a 5 year old french bulldog, Jack- a 1 year old...
Pet of the Week: Ranger, Rockie, Blue Jay, and Phillie
โAre you a baseball fan that is sad the season has ended? If so, we have four adoptable puppies named after famous Baseball teams, so that the sport can live on in your home! Blue Jay, Ranger,...
Patch Article:Keeping Warm
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about keeping your pet warm in the winter weather. Happy reading! ...
Movin’ and Shakin’
Hi everybody, The building was moving and shaking again today! All day long, it seemed like we were having mini earthquakes! The construction crew is working very hard next door to help our building...
Pet of the Week: Oceania
โOceania is an affectionate cat who would love to join your family for the holiday season. She loves greeting new people and has an adorable cow lick on the back of her neck that sets her apart from...
Aries
It has been a very quiet week here at VHS. I think everybody is starting to gear up for the holiday season already! We still have Jack and Phillip, who are waiting to find their forever home. And,...
Patch Article: Cat Scratch Fever
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about cats having the need to scratch everything in sight, and how to help! Happy reading!...
Pet of the Week: Phillip and Jack
โMeet Phillip and Jack, two of the friendliest dogs you will ever meet! Both are aged around a year old and love to be walked and snuggled with. Phillip is a Pomeranian and Pekingese mix, while Jack...
Jack and Phillip
We do have two dogs available at the shelter! Jack and Phillip are truly anxious to meet you and hope you come on down to see them!
Patch Article: Halloween is Scary for Pets Too!
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about how to make your pet feel more comfortable during a time of "Trick or Treat". Happy reading! ...
Tips for your pets fearful of noises on Halloween
Do you have pets that are afraid all of the noises and strange sights of Halloween? If so, take a look at this week's Pleasanton Patch article!...
Building Update
The building is up and coming! The construction crew is there almost every day working.We have all of the exterior walls, interior beams, and windows! They have the framing up for all of the dog...
โAre you looking for a perfect kitten that will light up your world? If so, come on down to meet Aries. Aries is an extroverted, playful kitten who was left behind in the cold and the rain with...
Posh
Posh Spice was adopted today! She was featured as the pet of the week, and so many people seemed to fall in love! After a long day of visitors, she went home to her new family. Congratulations Posh!
Patch Article: Rabies Vaccines
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about the importance of the rabies vaccine. Happy reading! ...
Gelato
Gelato, of the Italians, was adopted tonight to a great home! Congratulations Gelato. Her new owner is more than ecstatic to take such a beautiful kitty home.
Pet of the Week: Posh
Donโt be suspicious of this black cat! She is a sweet girl looking for a home before Halloween comes. Posh Spice has been a resident here since last November and is really anxious for her forever...
Juliet
Juliet was just adopted too!
Aquarius, Tully, Peet, Starbuck, and Dunkin’
Aquarius was the first to get adopted today. She was adopted to a family with no other pets, and they were thrilled to have this new energy in their home. The parents hadn't had a pet in a while, so...
Patch Article: Hiking with Your Pet
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about hiking with your pet. Happy reading! ...
Dog Adoption Day
Tomorrow is a Dog Adoption Day. We will have four puppies at the shelter from 11AM to 1PM.At this time, the public will be able to meet the puppies and fill out applications.After 1PM, our Dog...
Pleasanton Patch
The second Pleasanton Patch article was published today. Here is the link: http://pleasanton.patch.com/articles/pet-corner-hiking-with-your-pets
Romeo
Romeo was adopted this morning!His sister Juliet, a beautiful Calico, is still available for adoption.
Pet of the Week: Tully
Meet Tully of the Coffee Shop Puppy Litter. Tully is a female mixed breed with three brothers, Starbuck, Dunkinโ, and Peet. These puppies are cuddlesome, delectable, and tempting. They would love a...
Optic
Optic, of the Eyeballs litter, was just adopted to a very loving and energetic family!The only Eyeball left is Iris!
Patch Article: Microchips
Below is the link for the Pet Corner article of the week. This week it is about microchips! Happy reading! http://pleasanton.patch.com/articles/the-facts-about-micro-chipping
Pleasanton Patch
Hi everyone! Are you interested in learning more about responsible pet ownership? If so, check out the brand new column, Pet Corner, on the Pleasanton Patch website (www.pleasanton.patch.com). All...
Pet of the Week: Sunshine
โYou are my Sunshine, my only Sunshine; you make me happy, when skies are grey! Meet Sunshine, a shy kitty with a joyous spirit. Her favorite activities include being pet, and lying in the sun! She...
New Facebook Community Page!
Hello readers!We have a brand new Valley Humane Society Facebook Community page.Please "like" this brand new, updated version, for the best VHS news around!...
Pisces and Libra
Pisces and Libra were adopted today to a great family!! We still have Aries, Leo, Virgo, Aquarius, and Scorpio of the Signs Litter to be adopted.Come visit us!
Versace
Versace just went home with a very nice lady who has no other pets!Congratulations to this sweet little kitten.
Building Update
Our building is really coming along. They poured the cement a little over a month ago, and since then the workers have been out there every day working to help us build our new adoption...
Papaya and Lynx
Miss Papaya got adopted today to a great couple who were so excited when they met such a lovey-dovey kitten. They were more than enthusiastic to walk out the door with her!Then, Lynx was adopted to...
Gemini
Gemini went home today!I absolutely adored Gemini- her favorite thing to do was to sit on my shoulders and watch me work. I'm so glad she got adopted, because I was getting a bit too attached!
Temple
Temple was adopted today by a great lady who just bought her own house and couldn't wait to adopt a pet of her own!His new name is Franklin.
Pet of the Week: Optic
"Did this cutie catch your eye? If so, meet Optic! As his name implies, he is just looking for love. Optic, along with his siblings Lash and Iris are adorable kittens awaiting their forever homes....
Glinda
Glinda was adopted today!She had only been in Kitty City a day or two, so it was great to see her go so fast!The family who adopted her, were a VHS foster family about 7 years ago. How fabulous!
Lyric
Lyric, of the Musics, was officially adopted today!
Barney
Barney, one of our beloved senior kitty, was adopted today to a great lady! He was about 10 years old and was not very happy in a shelter setting. It's great to see our senior kitties get adopted.
Pupil
Pupil, of the "Eyeballs" was adopted this afternoon to a really great family.I'm so happy for them and him. The family is even considering coming back for another one soon!
Penny Lane, Buddy, Bert & Ernie
Penny Lane was the first to be adopted this afternoon to a great family. I'm sure she will fit in perfectly!Then, Buddy (my favorite dog) was adopted! Hehe!And, lastly Bert and Ernie were adopted...
Arnie
Arnie, our beloved Chihuahua mix was finally adopted today. It is so exciting that this sweet dog finally found his forever home.
Adoption Follow Up: Butch
"Melissa, All is well with Butch. He seems to have adjusted nicely to his new life. I know that he lost 3lbs while he was with you guys and has since put on 1lb since moving here. We will keep an...
Adoption Follow Up: Watson
Melissa~Watson is now Tajha or Taj Meow. She is doing great. She is a little piggy and she is definitely the dominant one here. I will send pictures of here coloring coming in. She sleeps with my 2...
Jello
Jell-o was adopted today!He is living with Calendar Contest winner, Jordie and his family! Congratulations Jell-o!
Skunk and Hallie
Skunk and Hallie were adopted together today!
Wasp
Wasp was adopted today after only being in Kitty City for thirty minutes! This is so great! She was a little bit shy, so it's nice to see her adopted so soon!
Daphne
Daphne was adopted today! She is so happy in her new home.
Calendar Contest Results
TOP 13 PHOTOS:1. Photo 47 Sweetpea-1312 votes2. Photo 7 Cookie- 1300 votes3. Photo 40 Jordie- 1173 votes4. Photo 45 Buddy- 1162 votes5. Photo 14 Mac- 1122 votes6. Photo 6 Socrates- 900 votes7. Photo...
Cinderella and Melody
Cinderella was adopted today! And Melody also went home! This is so great and I am so excited.Don't forget that voting ends tonight at midnight. That's in just under an hour!
Calendar Contest Update Day 14!
Hello everyone! Tomorrow is the last and final day of the contest voting. Keep it up!!Here are our current standings: #1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 703 votes#2. Photo 14 Mac with 679 votes#3. Photo 35...
Calendar Contest Update Day 13
Hello everyone! Welcome to the 13th day of voting. It gets more and more thrilling everyday.Here are our top 13 for today.#1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 703 votes#2. Photo 14 Mac with 629 votes#3. Photo...
Miss Piggy
Miss Piggy was adopted today!Also Melody will be going home on Tuesday afternoon! Yahoo! It's lovely when we have adoptions ๐
Calendar Contest Update Day 12
Hello everyone! Here is the update for today, Day 12!#1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 678 votes#2. Photo 14 Mac with 629 votes#3. Photo 40 Jordie with 577 votes#4. Photo 45 Buddy with 556 votes#5. Photo...
Isis and Cairo
Isis and Cairo were adopted together today to a great family. They're going to have a lot of fun together!
Calendar Contest Update Day 11
Here are the current standings for Day 11:#1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 678 votes#2. Photo 14 Mac with 628 votes#3. Photo 40 Jordie with 512 votes #5. Photo 35 Daisey with 506 votes#5. Photo 45 Buddy...
Verizon and Biscotti
Verizon and Biscotti were just adopted together! It is so great to see kittens get out of the shelter, especially two together!
Calendar Contest Update Day 10
Here are the current top photos:#1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 558 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 506 votes#3. Photo 45 Buddy with 486 votes#4. Photo 40 Jordie with 472 votes#5. Photo 6 Socrates with 402...
Dragon
Dragon was adopted by his foster family today. Congratulations Dragon!
Beetle
Beetle was just adopted! That's so great. I am so excited!
Calendar Contest Update Day 9
Here are our current rankings! Keep voting everyone, we are doing great! #1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 548 votes#2. Photo 45 Buddy with 486 votes#3. Photo 35 Daisey with 481 votes#4. Photo 46 Huntley...
Calendar Contest Update Day 8
Here is our update for today: #1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 586 votes#2. Photo 45 Buddy with 486 votes#3. Photo 14 Mac with 368 votes#4. Photo 35 Daisey with 356 votes#5. Photo 6 Socrates with 350...
Calendar Contest Update Day 7
#1. Photo 44 Buddy with 486 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 356 votes#3. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 348 votes#4. Photo 14 Mac with 342 votes#6. Photo 6 Socrates with 330 votes#6. Photo 36 Dante with 330...
Calendar Contest Update Day #6
Don't forget to "BARK THE VOTE" now!Here are our current rankings: #1. Photo 44 Buddy with 431 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 356 votes#3. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 348 votes#5. Photo 6 Socrates with...
Italy
Italy was adopted today to the same family who has former VHS kitty Jet. Jet's new name is Apollo, and they are thinking of naming Italy..Athena!Apollo and Athena are about the same age, so they...
Calendar Contest Update Day #5
Here is today's update for the calendar contest:#1. Photo 45 Buddy with 406 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 356 votes#3. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 348 votes#5. Photo 6 Socrates with 330 votes#5. Photo 36...
Calendar Contest Update Day #4
Here are today's results! #1. Photo 45 Buddy with 406 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 356 votes#3. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 338 votes#4. Photo 6 Socrates with 262 votes#5. Photo 40 Jordie with 257...
Calendar Contest Update: Day #3
Here is the update for the third day! #1. Photo 45 Buddy with 384 votes.#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 321 votes#3. Photo 47 Sweet Pea with 282 votes.#4. Photo 6 Socrates with 202 votes#5. Photo 29 Huey...
Calendar Contest Update: Day 2!
Here are our current rankings. Keep it up everyone! #1. Photo 47 Sweetpea with 225 votes#2. Photo 35 Daisey with 131 votes#3. Photo 36 Dante with 130 votes#4. Photo 18 Zoe with 126 votes#5. Photo 40...
Calendar Contest Update: Day 1!
The calendar contest is off to a strong start with already over 400 votes!Here are our top photos as of this morning. #1. Photo 18 Zoe Cooper with 105 votes#2. Photo 6 Socrates with 75 votes#3....
Karson
KARSON, our mayor, was adopted this afternoon! The girl who was taking care of him during Critter Camp was the family who adopted him. How cool is that?!
Grizzly
Grizzly was adopted this afternoon to a really great family. They were here for quite a few hours trying to find the right fit. After discussion, Grizzly seemed to be the right match. Congrats...
Penguin
Penguin, of the Black and White litter, was adopted this afternoon to a great couple. They saw her in the news paper and just had to have her. It was a great fit and we are so glad they found each...
Butch
Butch went home today to a great couple. They had lost their kitty a while back who was also a declawed Siamese. Butch went in with their family perfectly and it was great! They even held them a...
Capellini
Capellini was adopted this morning to a great lady! He was only here for a very short time. All of his siblings and mom are still here looking for their forever homes.
Hummus and Pita
Hummus and Pita were adopted to their foster mom this morning! Congrats to both of them. It's great to see siblings go together.
Symphony
Symphony, one of the "Musics" was adopted yesterday afternoon as well.Congratulations to him! He is going into a home where he will be very spoiled!
Boq
Boq was just adopted ๐
Papaya and Watson
Watson was adopted this morning to her new mom. She was very excited and could not wait to take her home!Then, Papaya was adopted to a great family who could not wait to take her home.
Adoption Promotion!
Hi everyone! This weekend at Valley Humane Society we are hosting an adoption promotion! We will be open Saturday 11-5 and Sunday 11-3. During this weekend, we are offering, "Buy 1, Get 1 half off!"...
Nokia
Nokia was adopted today to a great family! She will be living with former VHS kitty, Lady Liberty who was adopted August 2009. I'm so glad. The family took their time picking between the "cell...
Critter Camp
Critter Camp starts today! Critter Camp is a week long day camp for kids aged 9-12. Every day they care for a kitty in Kitty City, and do a craft and learn about pets, and their proper care and we...
T Mobile, Bobbie, and Winkles
Bobbie was the first to get adopted today. She'll be living with a man who lives alone. She will also have no siblings. Then, T Mobile went home to a great family of four who could not resist. And,...
Cappaccino
Cappaccino was adopted to the same family who has Amici tonight!They were so happy, and I'm so glad this little man found a home!
Sherlock
Sherlock was adopted this afternoon right before we closed.His new family came in thinking they would take Latte, but saw Sherlock and fell in love. They stayed for a couple hours trying to decide,...
Calendar Contest 2011
Hi everyone, If you have not submitted your photo for the calendar contest yet, do it now! There is only 2 more days! Submit them to me at vhs_animalcare_assistant@yahoo.comEach submission is $15....
The Americans
We had to say good bye to our beloved Red, White and Blue yesterday. They all had something known as FIP, and did not survive. May they rest in peace. I will miss you.
Prince Charles, Whisper, Echo, and Duchess Camilla
Charles was adopted this week by his foster mom. He is doing great.Then, Whisper was adopted by a friend of his foster family. It was a great match. Echo was actually adopted by his foster family,...
Minerva, Espresso, and Spider
Minerva and Espresso went home together Saturday afternoon.Then, Spider went home with a super nice family! It was great!
Monet
Monet was just sent into foster to adopt!
Thor
THOR just went home ๐
5 Adoptions!
We had 5 great adoptions today. Ottawa and Toronto together! Then, Vinnie, Orville, and Kermit! Congrats to all of these great guys!
Cha Cha and Tart
Cha Cha was adopted this morning to a nice older gentleman.Then, Tart went home that evening to a really nice family!
Shelter Update
The shelter has been quiet since our huge adoptathon!We still have plenty cats, and one kitten, and one dog who are looking for their forever homes!For a list of available animals, check out our...
Adoptathon!
The Adoptathon was a huge success!We had 56 adoptions:Goldie and KateSampsonBranSorbetKiwiMango and SabianAnnieOceaniaChris and BroderJupiterBlueberry and SnookyFlaxPaisteBashful and...
Adoptathon is TOMORROW!!!Come to VHS on Saturday June 12 or Sunday June 13 for our Adoptathon event, sponsored by Maddie's Fund. All animals adopted on those days are free to good homes. Find your...
Adoptathon in 2 days!
Adoptathon is this weekend! Come to VHS on Saturday June 12 or Sunday June 13 for our Adoptathon event, sponsored by Maddie's Fund. All animals adopted on those days are free to good homes. Find...
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Adoptathon this weekend!
Adoptathon is this weekend! Come to VHS on Saturday June 12 or Sunday June 13 for our Adoptathon event, sponsored by Maddie's Fund. All animals adopted on those days are free to good homes. Find...
The Situation
The Situation was adopted this morning to a great family who lives on a ranch!He will be living with another cat and a dog! Yahoo to this sweet kitty!
Petfinder.com
Valley Humane Society is finally on petfinder.com ๐ http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/CA1707.htmlGo check it out!Our website will stay more current so keep your eye out on our website!...
Ziljian and Roland
Ziljian and Roland, brother and sister from the Drum Cymbol litter were adopted just now! Congrats to both of them, and it's great that they are together. They will be living with another older cat,...
BUILDING CAMPAIGN KICKOFF TONIGHT!
Hi again everyone!The Building Campaign Kick off is in about 6 hours!You must all come!It will be really great.Feel free to call the shelter with any questions!
Tink
Tink just went home to her new forever home :)It's a great great family! We are sooooooo happy for her here!
Building Campaign Kick Off! Thursday 6/3 at 6PM!
After years of planning and dreaming, Valley Humane Society is poised to take a giant leap into the future! Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on our new animal care facility in August...
Quesadilla and Jenny
Jenny went into her forever home today. She will be living with another cat and an amazing family!Quesadilla was also adopted ๐ She'll be living with a nice man who recently lost his cat due to a...
Otter, Starfish, and Burrito
Otter was adopted this morning to a nice couple this morning.Then, Starfish was adopted by a family at the same time that Burrito was being adopted! Yay!
Building Campaign Kick Off
After years of planning and dreaming, Valley Humane Society is poised to take a giant leap into the future! Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on our new animal care facility in August...
Tigger and Seal
Tigger was adopted early this afternoon to a nice mom and daughter. They were originally interested in Seal, but Tigger's hugs and purrs made them fall in love :)Just a few minutes after, Seal was...
Eeyore, Piglette, Daffodil, and Amici
All 4 of these lovely cats found their way into their forever homes today :)Eeyore and Piglette are living with neighbors, so they will surely see each other again.Daffodil is living with a nice...
Lexie
Lexie was adopted today! She was one of our shyer kitties, and it is great to see these ones get adopted!Congrats Lexie!
Sven
Sven, our lovely little dachshund went to his forever home today! He is living with a couple other dachshund and is so so happy!
Ash
Ash went into his forever home today.He is living with another rambunctious kitty and a new mom! Congrats Ash!
Snoopy and Sigfreid
Snoopy and Sigfreid were adopted together on Saturday. They were a great match with their new parents.They will also have an older sister named Penny. She is about 4, and needed a playmate ๐
Sally and Dolphin
Sally, of the Peanut Gang, and Dolphin of the Aquatic Life litter, were adopted together yesterday to a fabulous home. I'm so excited for them. Dolphin was one of my favorites and I will miss her!
Bijoux
Bijoux was adopted to a nice lady today. It looks like her new name will be Missy.Bijoux was a shy, quiet cat so I'm glad she was adopted!
Cleopatra
Cleopatra went to her new home today. Cleopatra was truly regal here. Her looks and kind attitude wowed everyone.
Socrates
Socrates went to heaven today. He struggled with FIP for quite some time, and luckily he got to spend his last few weeks in a great home with our amazing volunteer Sharon C.Thanks Sharon.
Greyson
Greyson also went home today! This is super exciting!
Roy
Roy was adopted by one of my good friends the other day! This is super exciting because I get to see him all the time!
Lucy and Schroeder
Lucy was adopted on Tuesday by her new family. And, Schroeder was adopted on Friday by his new family! Now, there are only two more Peanut Gangs.
Greyson
Greyson was adopted today. He laid down on his new owner's lap and it was destiny for them to be together. Truly a perfect match.
Schroeder
Schroeder was the 3rd of the Peanuts Gang to be adopted to a great new family.They have 3 other cats and I am so excited for him.
Pablo
Pablo was adopted today to a great family! Pablo's new name is Paco. ๐
Henry and Tilly
Henry and Tilly were adopted together today. They went to their official forever home with one of our Saturday volunteer's parents.I will miss these 2 so much but I am glad they are together forever.
Charlie Brown
Charlie Brown, the first of the Peanut Gang, was adopted right before we closed yesterday afternoon. He is in a great family and I'm so glad!
Princess Diana
Our very own royalty Princess Di was adopted today. A nice lady saw Princess Diana in the Independent and fell in love. Diana is living in her very own castle now ๐
Beyonce
Beyonce was adopted by a nice lady who has been waiting for Beyonce for weeks! They're perfect for each other and now a happy family ๐
Ricky
Ricky was adopted by his past owner today. Ricky was a Just Like New cat. I'm very glad he is back with his owner, they were a great match!
Maddie and Moe
Maddie, our 3 legged pup, was adopted to the same family who has VHS cat Marmalade. She is so happy and it's really great!Also, Moe was adopted! He is now living with previous VHS cat Harry Potter!
Rye
Rye went home today to a really great family who had just recently lost their own cat.I'm so glad he is in a home- he was a sweet boy!
Kookaburra
Kookaburra went home today! Kookaburra was only here for 10 days and he went home!
Blossom
Blossom was adopted today to an awesome family! She has a new sister whose another dog and great parents.
Corporal
Corporal was adopted this morning to his foster home. He is an outdoor/indoor kitty and is very happy.
Hidden Gardens of the Valley Tour
Tickets for the Hidden Gardens of the Valley Tour went on sale yesterday! They are $35 each and you can buy them in many places, such as online at www.valleyhumane.org, at VHS, or several other...
Jerry and Naruto
Jerry and Naruto found their forever homes today.Jerry went home with a lady who was head over heels for him. And, Naruto went to a busy family of 4 who were looking for an independent cat.
Xena
Xena was officially adopted this afternoon. She is living in a great home with Angel, also a VHS cat.
Tarzan And Jane
These two kittens, Tarzan and Jane, were adopted by their foster this afternoon!Congrats!
Cream
Cream was adopted today. He was Cookies sister, and he was lonely after she left; it was good he went home only so few days after. He was a very handsome cat that was loved by all.
Cookies
Cookies went home today! The lady fell right in love and couldn't wait to bring her home.
Viva
The last of the V group, Viva, was finally adopted today! She was here so long and so sweet! It's great that she has finally gone.
Misty
Misty was our last adoption of the day today. Congrats to all 8 cats who found homes today!
Xena, Angel, Corporal, Brody, Pumpkin, Pumpernickle, Curly
All of these kitties found their forever homes today!
Angel, Xena, and Corporal
Angel was adopted this morning! I sent Xena into foster with the family too :)Corporal also went to his foster family!
Jet
Jet just found his forever home. Jet was one of the NFL kitties. Unfortunately, his first home he found last November wasn't a good fit, so he was brought back. But, he found his forever home almost...
Larry
Larry was adopted to the same home that Marshmallow is in! Yay!
Rosalita
Rosalita, our sweet doggie, was officially adopted by our very own Nat this morning! Congrats to the new addition to the family.
Wiggles
Wiggles went to Heaven this morning. He struggled with complications from his neuter surgery. Unfortunately Wiggles had crypotorchid which is what caused the struggle. He is in kitty heaven and will...
Benji
Benji was officially adopted by his foster family today. ๐
Jager and Bunny
Jager finally went to her forever home today! Jager was the last of her siblings to go home.And, Bunny also found her forever home after being in KC only a few short weeks.
Brad and Angelina
Brad and Angelina the cute little kittens from Fairmont were adopted by their foster! I have many pictures I will post soon!
New Web Site
Hi Everyone!I've been working on a brand new website to relay info to everybody for some time now, and it's finally ready to be unveiled! Get exciteeddd!It's similar to the blog, but provides a bit...
Hi everybody!It was a quiet day at the shelter but Chance will be going home tomorrow with a nice family :)Also, the Sodas kittens returned today! Mom, Soda, had her baby kittens on the way over to...
Ready to Adopt?
If you've already perused our adoptable cat and dog listings, reviewed what to expect from the adoption process, and understand the applicable fees and requirements, let's get started! Here's a link to our online adoption application.
