For Pet's Sake
August 2022
Monthly Spotlight
What a Hoss!
So here is the story….
My last dog Cooper was a rescue. He lived outside, and was filthy, chained to a camper and 26 pounds underweight. He had to be an only dog. He was with me for 9 years. In the last three years he had diabetes. He was amazing through all of his sugar checks and insulin. He started to decline in the last month. On Sunday July 3rd we had a talk where I told him it was okay to let me know when he was ready to go. On July 4th he woke me up at 4:30 am and was clearly uncomfortable and was unsteady and falling. I made the decision to set him free. It sucked!
I am a nurse and work 12 hour shifts. I worked July 5th then went home to an empty house and Hoss came across my Facebook feed. His eyes! Omg his eyes! I read his story and was drawn to him. I applied to Wags to Wishes, thinking they wouldn’t adopt out of state but it was worth a try. I listed my three friends as references. The next day I was out running errands and my dear friend called me and she was excited because she had talked to the rescue and they felt like I was a perfect fit.
I then received an email that I was approved for adopting him.
I drove from Michigan to Plainfield Illinois on Saturday morning. Got there early (no traffic that early) and met him. He was nervous but receptive. And when everything fell into place we walked out of that shelter into his forever home.
Aside from high prey drive when inside the house he is PERFECT! Perfect on walks, doesn’t chew, no accidents. Learned almost immediately to sit and take treats gently. Amazing in the car. My dog walkers love him. My neighbor’s young daughter loves him and helps train him by giving him treats at the fence.
The. Best. Shnuggler. Ever!
I love him. I m grateful for him. Thank you for loving him while he was with you!
Kirsten Rasmussen
Six games will be played each Bingo Night with a 15 minute intermission after game 3. Card sales are: 3 cards for $10, 6 cards for $15, and 12 cards for $20. Bingo daubers are available for sale at the event. All winners will recieve Cash prizes. Snacks will be for sale or bring your own. A 50/50 Raffle will also be happening during the event.
All proceeds from this event will benefit Valley River Humane Society Shelter. 501 (c) (3)
Thank You to Our August Bingo Sponsor!
Kuranda Beds
Enroll Your Furry Babies
1.Go to log in, then sign up for an account.
2. Input your email and a password.
3. Input your name, zip code and phone number.
4. You will then be able to input your pet's name, age, microchip ID (optional, can be added later) and some info about your pet. (Friendly or shy, animal friendly or not, etc.)
5. After you do this, upload each pet's picture. Do each pet one at a time.
This information can be edited anytime. When a pet is lost, he or she can be marked lost.
DONATING MADE EASY
Become a Member!
In our community, hundreds of animals each year are abandoned, mistreated, or left to fend for themselves. The VRHS offers several different memberships. The fees are used to help keep the doors to our shelter open. Support for our organization comes mostly from private donations from people like you. Your membership fees will help a great deal!
Consider becoming a member…Your gift can provide neglected and abused animals with shelter, food, medical care, kindness, and a chance to find a forever home!
Heidi's Fund
Ongoing Needs at the Shelter & Thrift Store
We need for the Thrift Store (Monday through Saturday, 10-5)
Cashiers
Back room sorters
Showroom workers
We need for the Shelter (Monday through Sunday, never stops as the animals always need care)
Dog Walkers (must be strong)
Kennell Workers (must be strong)
Grounds maintenance
HandyMan/Woman
Cat kennel workers
(Volunteers can name their shifts)
Transportation Needs
Drivers for Special Transports to Cleveland TN (cats - only five at a time). You can use your vehicle.
Back up drivers for Asheville Transports
Drivers for Transports to New York
(this is for Cats Only - much easier than transporting dogs)
We have lost some of our volunteers as they have or are going back to Florida. So the need is GREAT!
VRHS Thrift Store Needs
Volunteers needed! This is an easy and rewarding volunteer opportunity. Come by and talk to us.
Over 40% of all expenses for the Shelter are subsidized by the VRHS Thrift Shop! So, every time you donate to or buy something from the Thrift Shop it REALLY helps.
Anytime you clean out your closet, your basement, your attic, or any other area, please bring those things to us you no longer need or want. We can then turn around and resell those things and those proceeds go to helping the animals. Please visit the Thrift Stop often. There are some GREAT bargains and it really helps!
Store Address:
Valley River Humane Society Thrift Store | 1161 U.S. 64, Murphy, NC 28906 | (828) 837-6137
Store Hours:
10:00 AM -5:00 PM Monday thru Saturday
About Us!
Website: http://www.ValleyRiverHumaneSociety.org
Location: Valley River Humane Society, U.S. 19, Marble, NC, USA
Phone: 828-837-2304
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VRHSMarbleNC/
Become a Volunteer
Many people do not realize how vital volunteers are to both VRHS Shelter and the Thrift Store. Please consider being a VOLUNTEER!
For Donations and Adoptions
SHELTER MAILING ADDRESS:
Valley River Humane Society
PO BOX 658
Murphy, NC 28906
SHELTER ADDRESS:
Valley River Humane Society
7450 US 19
Marble, NC 28905
(828) 837-2304
BUSINESS HOURS:
- Tuesday thru Saturday……11:00 am thru 4:00 pm
- Sunday and Monday……CLOSED
- Intakes……Tuesday thru Friday 11:00 am thru 3:00pm