For Pet's Sake
December 2021
Wishing you the Joy of the Season!
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Christmas for the Dogs Too
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November's Adoption Event Successes!
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Monthly Spotlight
Adoptions to Donations; Saving Lives
The relationships that are built through the VRHS adoption process often last a life time and beyond. We cherish those ties.
In June 2008 Cliff and Maggie Umscheid adopted Bear from VRHS. In October of 2017 Sarah Sims adopted Bailey from VRHS. After the loss of Bear's family he was fortunate enough to be adopted by Sarah. Sarah is a loyal advocate and supporter of the VRHS and we know she loves her fur babies. Many of our donors are also adoptive parents to dogs or cats from VRHS. These are the relationships that bind us and support our mission.
Pictured above are Bear and Bailey living happily ever after with Sarah. Sarah sent VRHS a extremely generous donation and a lovely letter of thanks to VRHS. We sincerely want to thank Ms. Sarah Sims for her donation given in loving memory of Cliff and Maggie Unscheid and in honor of Bear Buddy and Bailey Boy.
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VRHS Fundraising Events!
No Butts About It! (Again)
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
Trivia & Silent Auction at Chevelles 66
Pictured below is VRHS Board President Melody Johnson and Board Member and Fundraising Chairperson Lisa Pursel. Thanks to Lisa's continued hard work on this and many other fundraisers the VRHS Shelter makes ends meet. See the full articule in this week's addition of the Cherokee Scout.
BIG Realty Donation Event Continues!
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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!
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VRHS Thrift Store News
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