Washington Area Humane Society

Look how they've grown! Hans, Franz, and Nataliya were part of a humane case after being abandoned in unsanitary conditions, four months ago. Still nursing, Nataliya and her babies were put into a loving foster home until they were ready for adoption. Hans and Franz, a bonded pair, were lucky to go home together! Seen here in their adopted home, they are happy, healthy, and thriving! Beautiful Nataliya is still waiting for her furever home. She is a two-year-old, tab...by, with sass and class! She is looking for a family with patience who will give her time to adjust and feel comfortable in a new home. She loves to run around and chase toys, and if you can catch her, she is known to enjoy belly rubs! She has a good time playing with the other cats, but can become startled at loud noises. Nataliya's ideal home would be one with other kitty furiends and older children. If you are interested in meeting the spunky Nataliya, please call the Cat Department at 724-222-PETS ext. 105! See more

*Update* Maddie is still looking for a forever foster. Please keep sharing! Meet our sweet and lovable Maddie! She is an eight-year-old, Siberian Husky mix, looking for a forever foster home. Maddie was rescued by our Humane Officer, after spending her entire life outside on a chain. Our Humane Officer discovered she was lethargic, underweight, and had a severe mammary tumor on her underside. She knew she had to get her medical help right away. She was brought to the WAH...S where our medical team jumped into action to do all they could for Maddie. She was treated for an infection and once her blood levels were stabilized, she received surgery to remove the mass. The surgery was successful, and Maddie is bouncing back! Unfortunately, after a biopsy, it was determined that her cancer will continue to spread. We are looking for a hospice foster, where she can spend the rest of her days in the comfort of a home. Her medical care and any other necessities will be supplied by the WAHS. All we want is for this sweet girl to receive the love and comfort she truly deserves while she still can. She is a staff favorite and frequently spends time visiting different offices and taking naps. She is a curious girl who loves to be by your side, and still enjoys a short, daily walk. Maddie’s preferred foster home would be a quiet one. After a careful assessment by our trainer, it was determined she cannot be in a home with any other pets. Due to her medical condition and the current healing process, she requires a foster home with older/adult children. If you are interested in opening your home to Maddie’s big heart and beautiful blue and brown eyes, please contact our Foster Coordinator at 724-470-9708 or [email protected].

Meet our sweet and lovable Maddie! She is an eight-year-old, Siberian Husky mix, looking for a forever foster home. Maddie was rescued by our Humane Officer, after spending her entire life outside on a chain. Our Humane Officer discovered she was lethargic, underweight, and had a severe mammary tumor on her underside. She knew she had to get her medical help right away. She was brought to the WAHS where our medical team jumped into action to do all they could for Maddie. She... was treated for an infection and once her blood levels were stabilized, she received surgery to remove the mass. The surgery was successful, and Maddie is bouncing back! Unfortunately, after a biopsy, it was determined that her cancer will continue to spread. We are looking for a hospice foster, where she can spend the rest of her days in the comfort of a home. Her medical care and any other necessities will be supplied by the WAHS. All we want is for this sweet girl to receive the love and comfort she truly deserves while she still can. She is a staff favorite and frequently spends time visiting different offices and taking naps. She is a curious girl who loves to be by your side, and still enjoys a short, daily walk. Maddie’s preferred foster home would be a quiet one. After a careful assessment by our trainer, it was determined she cannot be in a home with any other pets. Due to her medical condition and the current healing process, she requires a foster home with older/adult children. If you are interested in opening your home to Maddie’s big heart and beautiful blue and brown eyes, please contact our Foster Coordinator at 724-470-9708 or [email protected].

WAHS is honored to be named a Charity of Excellence by the Washington County Community Foundation as well as the winner of The People’s Choice Award. The winner was determined by the more than 1,000 unique page views the Humane Society’s volunteer testimonial received during a month-long contest on the WCCF Storybook website. In total, more than 5,400 votes were cast during the contest period. Read the WCCF press release below: https://www.wccf.net//community-foundation-finalizes-its-c

This dog was found on East Buffalo Church Road in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

It’s Wish List Wednesday! Some of our shelter residents are wishing for some yummy, special ingredient food to fill their bellies with. Consider supporting our animals today by donating and item off of our Special Diet Wish List Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Diet (LID) Green Pea & Salmon Wet Cat Food ... Natural Balance (LID) Sweet Potato and Fish Wet Dog Food Fancy Feast Kitten Pate Adult Cat Pate (Any Brand) All items have been added to our Special Diet Wish List. Just click the link below, select the item you want to order, and have it shipped directly to us! Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/RN4WDBYY9S3C Other orders can be shipped to WAHS 1527 Route 136, PO Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330. Thank you for supporting our animals!

We are so glad Katie decided to volunteer with us to earn her Girl Scout Silver Award! She collected blankets, toys, treats, and food for our animals at the shelter. She also spent time on her sewing machine making homemade pillow beds and blankets for the kennels. Katie’s main focus of her project was researching what a new adopted shelter animal needs in their home along with creating pamphlets with advice on how to make that transition easier on a new pet. Thank you, Katie, for your hard work and congratulations on earning your Silver Award! Interested in volunteering to complete a Girl Scout project at the WAHS? Contact [email protected] to get started. All completed Girl Scout projects come with a complimentary WAHS Girl Scout patch.

WAHS Resident Spotlight: Lucy We are so excited to introduce you to Lucy! This beautiful girl is a 9-year-old Shepherd mix. Lucy made her way to WAHS through no fault of her own. Upon intake, our medical team quickly noticed that Lucy was suffering from severe allergies, causing her skin to be dry, itchy, and painful. Since being at WAHS, Lucy’s skin has begun to heal. She receives daily medication, weekly baths, and has been placed on a limited ingredient diet. Because we... want to continue monitoring Lucy’s skin, she is looking for a foster to adopt home. Our team at WAHS has fallen in love with Lucy! She is super sweet and loves everyone she meets. Lucy can be a girl on the go, but she also enjoys nap time. Lucy is hoping that her forever family will allow her to be the only animal in the house. She loves attention and we think she deserves all of it! Her foster to adopt home must be one without children under 10 years of age. If you are interested in meeting Lucy and falling in love (we promise you will!) please call 724-222-PETS (7387).

The new year has started off with kind visitors dropping of goodies for the animals in the shelter. Alexis joined our Kindness Club by bringing donations of blankets for the dogs. And Kendra brought homemade cupcakes for the dogs! Thank you for the wonderful donations to start the New Year off on the right paw! #wahs #pawsitivity #2021yearhealing #voiceforthevoiceless

Update: Owner Found This sweet dog was found on Somerset Drive in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

WAHS Resident Spotlight: Ruby Everyone, meet Ruby! Ruby is on a mission to find her furever home. At nine-years-young, Ruby found her way to WAHS through no fault of her own. This sweet lady is full of hope and excitement and feels that 2021 will be her year! Ruby not only has looks, but she’s also got brains. Ruby follows commands and is housebroken. She is eager to please and learns new things quickly. Ruby LOVES to talk. When our team at WAHS walks by Ruby, she catches th...em up on her day and is quite chatty, especially when she knows she is about to go on a walk. While she may have been let down by people before, Ruby is ready to trust again and hopes that her next family will be committed to her forever. She is looking for a place where she can feel safe. While Ruby loves going for walks, she also LOVES to take naps. A comfy couch would be a plus! Ruby may be opened to dog siblings but would like to meet them before going home. Because Ruby is VERY independent, she would do best in a home with an older, calmer dog. Ruby’s perfect home would be one without children under 10 years of age. All of us at WAHS are crossing our fingers that Ruby finds her perfect home! If you feel like Ruby would be a good fit for your family, please fill out an adoption application (http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/adoption-application) or call 724-222-PETS (7387).

This dog was found on Brush Run Rd in Washington. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Meet our handsome boy Penguin! He is a two-year-old, 68-pound, male, Border Collie mix. Penguin came to us as a stray. He can be nervous around strangers at first but wouldn’t anyone if they came to a new place? Penguin loves going outside for walks and playing in the snow! He would love to go to his fur ever home with someone who loves exercising and going on daily walks. Penguin would love to have an adopter who has a home that he can run around in. He loves when people are around! Penguin may benefit from crate training to make him feel safe when he is alone. He loves butt scratches and affection. Penguin would need to meet any dogs he would be going home with. He would do best in a home with no kids under 15.

It’s Wish List Wednesday and our kittens are wishing for some yummy food! Consider helping our kittens today by donating the item below Fancy Feast Canned Wet Kitten Food All items have been added to our Cat Amazon Wish List. Just click the link below, select the item you want to order, and have it shipped directly to us!... Amazon Wish List https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1LXID4PTH8BUO Other orders can be shipped to WAHS 1527 Route 136, PO Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330. Our kittens thank you for your support. You’re the cat’s meow!

Happy Adoption Week Duke, Tiberious, Barney and Tiramisu! Thanks to our amazing kennel worker for opening up her home to her newest member Tiramisu! Thanks to everyone for adopting and giving these sweet pups a second chance at life

Happy Adoption Week! Just in time for the holidays these sweet cats were all placed in great homes-Olivia, Bobbert, Natalia, Joy, Pecan Pie, Harpo and Heidi.

Cheddar enjoyed a cozy day during today's Virtual Cat Tails Reading program! He came to us after he approached a good Samaritan for help. He is very shy, but our readers today got to help make him feel more comfortable and loved. Thank you readers! To sign up for our Virtual Cat Tails program click the link below https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545aba82da0f85-virtual

WAHS Resident Spotlight: Lydia Say hi to Lydia! This sweet girl is 3-years-young and looking for her furever home. You may not be able to tell because she has been committed to her workouts, but Lydia gave birth to 9 puppies not that long ago! Lydia was a wonderful mom and raised her 9 pups until they each found their furever homes through WAHS (they were our dessert puppies). Now it’s Lydia’s turn! About Lydia: ... Likes: Hugs, Belly Rubs, Walks Dislikes: Crates Accomplishments: House Trained Looking For: A loving forever family, Patience and Understanding while adjusting, A home without children under 10 years of age, Possibly dog siblings (would need to go a meet and greet first) If Lydia sounds like a fit for your family please fill out an online application at: http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/adoption-application/

*Foster to Adopt* Meet the sweetest girl Ruby! She is a nine-year-old, Pit bull Terrier mix. Ruby might be a little bit older, but she loves everyone around her. Ruby is hoping to find a loving, furever home. She is available for a foster to adopt! While she may have been let down by people before, Ruby is ready to trust again and hopes that her next family will be committed to her forever. She is looking for a place where she can feel safe. While Ruby loves going for walks,... she also LOVES to take naps. A comfy couch would be a plus! This smart girl follows commands and is housebroken. She is eager to please and learns new things quickly. Ruby may be open to dog siblings but would like to meet them before going home. Ruby’s perfect home would be one without children under 10 years of age. If you feel like Ruby would be a good fit for your family, please call 724-222-PETS. See more

Washington Area Humane Society is honored to be a Washington Community Foundation Charity of Excellence! As part of this program, you can help WAHS win the WCCF’s People’s Choice Award by visiting our Heart of Giving Charity Storybook page https://storybook.wccf.net/stories/constructive-support It’s easy to vote!... Visit the page above Log in or create an account Read our story titled Constructive Support Click this story touched my heart And you’re done! Follow along with us until Nov. 25th as we share inspiring stories from our donors, adopters, fosters, volunteers, and staff!

This cat was found at McConnells Mill in Chartiers Houston. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724 222-7387.

This cat was found on Luciano Lane in Marianna. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

This dog was found on Miller's Run Road in Cecil. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Washington Area Humane Society is honored to be a Washington County Community Foundation Charity of Excellence! As part of this program, you can help WAHS win the WCCF’s People’s Choice Award by visiting our Heart of Giving Charity Storybook page https://storybook.wccf.net/stories/constructive-support It’s easy to vote!... Visit the page above Log in or create an account Read our story titled Constructive Support Click this story touched my heart And you’re done! Follow along with us until Nov. 25th as we share inspiring stories from our donors, adopters, fosters, volunteers, and staff!

***OWNER FOUND*** This cat was found on Sugar Run Road. If you recognize this cat or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

This dog was found on Red Fox Road off of 18 in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7287.

These cats are currently available for adoption and can be found at the Washington Area Humane Society! For more information on adopting, please visit our website at www.washingtonpashelter.org/animals/ or contact the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Our cats are loving our new "Virtual Cat Tails" program! This program provides enrichment for our cats and a fun way for kids to practice their reading skills while taking a break from online learning! Sign up using the link below to read to our shelter cats! All cats participating in the program are available for adoption or foster. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545aba82da0f85-virtual

We think Jackie and Juju highly enjoyed their time at Virtual Cat Tails this week! If you haven't heard, our Cat Tails Reading Program has gone virtual! Now you can Zoom into the Cat Department and read to the cats from the comfort of your home! You can even cuddle up with your OWN pet and read to the WAHS cats! Every Monday, between 1:00 and 5:00 pm, we are offering time slots for your children to read to the cats. Sign up below to receive your confirmation email. 15 mi...nutes before your time slot, you will receive a Zoom link in your inbox. Click your Zoom link when it is your time and you will be transported to the Cat Room! Sign up here ---> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545ABA82DA0F85-virtual

Stop in today between 12p - 4p to purchase your 2021 WAHS Lottery Calendar! NOTE: You must wear a mask to enter the shelter. Only 3 people will be allowed in at a time, so please understand if we ask you to wait outside. Viewing animals will not be permitted. If you are interested in viewing our shelter residents you must make an appointment. Purchase online today http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/calendar/

This sweet scared dog was found on Madison Street in Cokeburgh. If you recognize this dog or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Tons of new cats and kittens today! Check out these cuties! These cats are currently available for adoption and can be found at the Washington Area Humane Society! For more information on adopting, please visit our website at www.washingtonpashelter.org/animals/ or contact the shelter at 724-222-PETS.

Happy Adoption Week Bella and Rocket! These two get to start off the new year in their new fur ever homes. Thank you so much for giving these loving pups a second chance.

Meet Nova! She is a one-year-old, Shepherd mix who was found as a stray. We learned quickly that this girl has a big, wonderful, playful personality! She loves to play fetch, run around the play yards, and give lots kisses all over your face. Her credentials include: professional squeaker finder in all things plushy and expert wiggler when receiving affection. Nova would love to have another dog to play with in an active household with daily walks for exercise. She would do best in a home without small children under 6.

This week many donors surprised us with their generosity! Each person/company that steps up and helps our organization no matter the size of the contribution is making a huge impact on the homeless and neglected animals in Washington County. Thank you to SteelCity Harley-Davidson for your generous donation and for thinking of WAHS. Also a thank you to Della for raising money selling candy bars to help support the animals! StoneMile Group LLC matched Della's earnings to bring ...the total to over $300! WAHS is so very appreciative of all the donors and companies supporting our mission during such difficult times. #steelcityharley #STONEMILEgroup #voiceforthevoiceless #adoptdontshop #WAHS

This dog was found on Shannon Avenue in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

This dog was found on route 481 in Charleroi. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724 222-7387.

These dogs are currently available for adoption (adoptable dogs album) and can be found at the Washington Area Humane Society! Please call to schedule an appointment to meet our adoptable animals. Due to covid we are by appointment only. 724-222-PETS

Thank you to all of the supporters that participated in our 12 Days of Christmas Kindness Challenge! Lucy was there to greet everyone over the holidays as the drop-offs came rolling in! Our shelter animals have been enjoying the homemade treats, blankets, enrichment toys, and surprises you all worked so hard on.

2021 WAHS Lottery Calendars are HERE! Stop in during the times below to purchase your 2021 calendar: Tuesdays: 10a - 2p Thursdays: 12p - 4p... Saturdays: 12p - 4p NOTE: You must wear a mask to enter the shelter. Only 3 people will be allowed in at a time, so please understand if we ask you to wait outside. Viewing animals will not be permitted. If you are interested in viewing our shelter residents you must make an appointment. Purchase online today http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/calendar/

This dog was found on Main Street in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Happy Adoption Week! We had some very sweet cats go to their forever homes this week. (JuJu, Molly, Latte, and Shannon)

Thank you to everyone who participated in Woofstock! With your help, $11,548 was raised for the animals of WAHS. Now it is time to announce the Woofstock fundraising and raffle winners! Drumroll. Top Fundraising Participant: Ollie Dunsey $1,038 (FURBO Dog Camera!)... Top Fundraising Team: WAHS Staff $1,425 (Celebratory Pawty Boxes) Retriever Raffle Winner: Amy Hickman (Dog Basket) Donation Raffle Winner: Tami Piendl (WAHS Woofstock Package) Congratulations to all of our winners! Please check your emails today.

Happy Adoption Week Brody and Timber! Thank you so much for adopting these sweet pups and giving them a second chance at life. They get their fur ever homes for the holidays.

Everyone, meet Ruby! Ruby is on a mission to ring 2021 in at her new furever home. At nine-years-young, Ruby found her way to WAHS through no fault of her own. This sweet lady is full of hope and excitement and feels that 2021 will be her year! Ruby not only has looks, but she’s also got brains. This smart girl follows commands and is housebroken. She is eager to please and learns new things quickly. Ruby LOVES to talk. When our team at WAHS walks by Ruby she catches them u...p on her day and is quite chatty, especially when she knows she is about to go on a walk. Ruby is full of excitement and her personality is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. So, what is Ruby’s wishes for the New Year? Well, since you asked, let us tell you! Ruby is hoping to find a loving, furever home. While she may have been let down by people before, Ruby is ready to trust again and hopes that her next family will be committed to her forever. She is looking for a place where she can feel safe. While Ruby loves going for walks, she also LOVES to take naps. A comfy couch would be a plus! Ruby may be opened to dog siblings but would like to meet them before going home. Ruby’s perfect home would be one without children under 10 years of age. All of us at WAHS are crossing our fingers that Ruby find her perfect home and gets to celebrate a new year with her new family! If you feel like Ruby would be a good fit for your family, please call 724-222-PETS (7387).

The WAHS is so grateful to the Pawsitively Purrfect Mobile Pet Spa for collecting donations again at their annual Christmas Stuff-A-Bus! This year they filled our lobby with much needed donations to help make our shelter animals' Christmas a little brighter! Thank you Jessica and Sam!

Merry Christmas from our WAHS family to yours! Have a safe and happy holiday

WOOFSTOCK has ended and we can’t thank everyone enough for the support throughout the entire month! $11,508 was raised for the animals of WAHS! Fundraising and Raffle winners will be announced tomorrow at noon on WAHS Facebook page. Fundraising participants and vendor purchase orders will be emailed tomorrow as well to schedule pick-up times.

Woofstock ends at midnight tonight! Last chance for donations, raffle tickets, and vendor items WOOFSTOCK SITE: ... https://p2p.onecause.com/wahs-woofstock See more

Our animals are feeling the holiday cheer at WAHS! Because of the donations we have received throughout the month, our adoptable animals were able to celebrate the holidays with our team! They enjoyed opening their stockings, listening to Christmas music, and being reminded of how much they are loved. We cannot thank our donors, supporters, community, adopters, fosters, volunteers, board of directors, and staff for their overwhelming support throughout 2020. ... From our team at WAHS, we wish you the happiest of holidays! To view all of our adoptable animals, visit: http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/animals/

Update: Owner found This dog was found at the post office in Washington. If you are the owner or know the owner please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

This cat was found on 4th street in Monongahela. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724 222-7387.

Happy Halloween! We want to see your pet’s Halloween costume! Drop a picture below

Happy Adoption Week! Ashley, Jack, Kyoshi, Love Muffin, Nutmeg, Polly and Stud Muffin all went to their forever homes and we couldn't be happier for them. <3

SOLD OUT! We are officially sold out of our 2021 Lottery Calendars. Thank you to everyone who purchased one this year and supported our animals through our legacy fundraiser. Good luck to everyone in 2021, we hope you win!

As 2020 draws to a close, we have so much to be thankful for. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, WAHS has been able to remain fully operational and continue our lifesaving work because of the support we receive from our supporters, donors, community, volunteers and staff. This holiday season bring cheer to an animal near by giving a gift today! Your holiday gift will provide shelter, safety, food, and medical care to an animal while they wait to find their furever home!... GIFT A GIFT NOW http://weblink.donorperfect.com/wahs-holiday

This kitty was found on our property on Sunday. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724 222-7387.

Happy Adoption Week from our cat department. We are so happy that Baby, Chaz, KitKat, Holly, Bell, and Chesterfield found their forever homes. Thank you to our amazing adopters.

This dog was found on the ramp to Route 70 East, Jefferson Avenue exit. If you are the owner or know who is, please contact the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Happy Adoption Week Pizzelle, Struffoli, Gelato, Cannoli, Nutella, Sugar, Neopolitan, Spumoni, Diesel (not pictured) and Sophia! Thanks to everyone for opening up their homes and being able to spend the holidays with their new best friends!

Update: Owner Found This dog was found by the Dollar General on West Pike Street in Houston. If you are the owner or know who is please contact the shelter at 724 222-7387.

Update: Owner Found This dog was found on Duncan Avenue in Washington. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

LAST CHANCE to purchase your 2021 WAHS Lottery Calendar! Online orders have ended. Stop in to the shelter this week during the hours below: Tuesdays: 10a - 2p... Thursdays: 12p - 4p Saturdays: 12p - 4p NOTE: You must wear a mask to enter the shelter. Only 3 people will be allowed in at a time, so please understand if we ask you to wait outside. Viewing animals will not be permitted. If you are interested in viewing our shelter residents, you must make an appointment.

This holiday season CentiMark Corporation decided to spread cheer to our animals who may not be home for the holidays by hosting a WAHS Holiday Giving Tree. We cannot thank them enough for donating toys, food, treats, leashes, and more! Stay tuned for pictures of our animals receiving these gifts!

Joshua and Anna ran a donation drive in their neighborhood this month. They collected items from our Wish List such as toys, beds, food, and treats. Thank you Joshua and Anna for your hard work!

Washington Area Humane Society has won the Washington County Community Foundation People's Choice Award! Thank you to everyone who voted for WAHS last month Congratulations to Blueprints on being awarded the Charity of Excellence top prize!

We want to make sure your community cats will have a safe place to ride out this snow storm. If you need one, emergency cat shelters that are pre-filled with straw are available for pick up. They will be outside our doors for anyone to come grab! Also available for pick up outside, are emergency shelter kits for you to make your own. Emergency shelter kits include a Styrofoam cooler pre-filled with straw, along with these printed directions. The only thing you need to provide is a storage container.

With a winter storm warning upon us, the WAHS wants to make sure our community cats will be cared for. This quick tutorial will teach you 2 different ways to create your own emergency winter cat shelter. With only a few items needed, these shelters can be made quickly and can save a cat’s life in harsh winter weather. Available for pick up are 3 ready-to-use shelters, and a limited number of kits to get you started. A shelter kit includes a Styrofoam cooler, straw, an...d a print out of step-by-step instructions. Pick-up will be available tomorrow morning. To make arrangements for pick-up, or ask any questions about how to build your own emergency cat shelter, please call 724-222-7387 ext. 111. If you would like to donate Styrofoam coolers, please drop them off at the shelter at any time! Thank you!

Reminder as colder weather moves in

There is still time to pick-up the perfect holiday gift! Stop in this week during the hours below to purchase WAHS 2021 Lottery Calendars! Tuesdays: 10a - 2p... Thursdays: 12p - 4p Saturdays: 12p - 4p NOTE: You must wear a mask to enter the shelter. Only 3 people will be allowed in at a time, so please understand if we ask you to wait outside. Viewing animals will not be permitted. If you are interested in viewing our shelter residents, you must make an appointment. Or purchase online today http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/calendar/ (Orders must be received no later than Dec. 15 for guaranteed delivery by Dec. 25)

For every rescue-loving, coffee-drinker on your nice list this month, the special Nice List holiday blend and full collection are available exclusively in the Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co. online shop! Also available as a special release, Dog Mom joggers for the coziest time of the year! To be sure your coffee arrives in time for Christmas morning with standard shipping, please have your order placed by Midnight on Monday, December 14th (tonight)!... Use our custom link to shop for 15% off, plus a portion of your proceeds will be donated to the shelter https://groundsandhoundscoffee.com//WashingtonHumaneSociety

WAHS Alum Ollie Dunsey, with the help of his pawrents, raised $630 for the animals of WAHS through his personalized sign fundraiser! We cannot thank him enough for his ongoing support and commitment to other WAHS animals! Thank you to everyone who purchased a sign, we know it will be the perfect holiday gift!

OWNER FOUND This cat was found on Luciano Lane in Marianna. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Today is the last day to sign up for our 12 Days of Christmas Challenge! Our shelter animals got together & decided to write a song! Spend 12 days leading up to Christmas participating in kind activities and collecting donations for our shelter animals, based on the song, "The 12 Days of Christmas". Make homemade treats & toys, collect favorite toys, & end your 12th day with a meet & greet with a cat or dog! Sign up here to receive your entire song, instructions, and ...appointment to drop off your items and meet a shelter animal! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545aba82da0f85-12days *The challenge begins on December 10th and ends December 21st. Sign up to participate ends December 10th at midnight!* For more info, check out our event page here: https://business.facebook.com/events/496848527941860/

Natalie and her brother stopped by to visit Barney and bring some amazing gifts! Homemade pet beds, cat wands, and dog bones with squeakers! Thank you to Natalie and her brother for making Barney's day. Barney is available for adoption! To inquire about this sweet little guy, please call 724-222-PETS!

A reminder this holiday season

WAHS is continuing to support our community and their pets through our Emergency Pet Food Response Program, as many continue to struggle throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Through this program, pet food will be provided to seniors, the disabled, veterans, and low-income households once per month. To request support, please call 724-222-PETS ext. 111. Appointments for pick-up will be scheduled on Friday of each week. Deliveries will be arranged with Emergency Response Volunteers. The WAHS Emergency Pet Food Response Program is sponsored by The Dunlap Family & CentiMark Corporation.

Still looking for that perfect holiday gift? WAHS has you covered! Stop in during the hours below to purchase yours at the shelter: Tuesdays: 10a - 2p... Thursdays: 12p - 4p Saturdays: 12p - 4p NOTE: You must wear a mask to enter the shelter. Only 3 people will be allowed in at a time, so please understand if we ask you to wait outside. Viewing animals will not be permitted. If you are interested in viewing our shelter residents, you must make an appointment. Or purchase online today http://www.washingtonpashelter.org/calendar/ (Orders must be received no later than Dec. 15 in order to receive it by Dec. 25)

We are so happy that we were able to help with this situation! We can't thank Cali, Jeff Riternoir (J&J Remodeling Inc.), and Maranda Coombs (WAHS Humane Society Police Officer) enough for doing everything they could to help this cat!

Are you up for the challenge?! Our shelter animals got together & decided to write a song! Spend 12 days leading up to Christmas participating in kind activities for our shelter animals based on the song the 12 Days of Christmas! Make homemade treats & toys, collect favorite items, & end your 12th day with a meet & greet with a cat or dog! Sign up here to receive your entire song, instructions, and appointment to drop off your items and meet a shelter animal! ... https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545aba82da0f85-12days *The challenge begins on December 10th and ends December 21st. Sign up to participate ends December 10th at midnight!* For more info, check out our event page here: https://business.facebook.com/events/496848527941860/

Happy Adoption Week to Frappe, Max, Erma, Tapioca, Bean, Cider, and Scar. We had some great adopters this week. We are so happy these cats are getting homes just in time for the holidays.

Happy Adoption Week Geronamo (Not Pictured), Rufus, Goose, Rosa and Bullet! Thank you so much for adopting these precious pups and opening up your homes to them. Bullet was with us since January and it is so bittersweet to see him and all the other dogs go to their fur ever homes.

This dog was found on Route 136 in Eighty Four. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please contact the shelter at 724-222-7387.

This dog was found on Brigich Road in Chartiers Township. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please call the shelter at 724-222-7387.

Meet Duke! Duke is a big love bug. He is a seven-year-old, 95-pound, male, Labrador Retriever mix. Duke was surrendered to us for no fault of his own. He loves to play with toys like plush and rubber balls. Even though he is seven, he has a lot of life left to live. Duke loves to go outside and explore. He would love a calmer household where he can be a couch potato but still go for walks around the neighborhood. Duke loves to talk to you especially when he gets to go for a walk. He would love to meet any potential companions he would be going home with. Duke would do best in a home with no kids under 10.

Everyone can use a feel good story during these difficult times. This one was worth sharing Yesterday at the end of day we received a call from a concerned citizen, Cali , of Washington County regarding a cat possibly trapped in a wall or roof of an apartment building she was actively moving out of. This building was surrounded by row style buildings that are partially abandoned. She could hear the cat crying but had no way to get to it and was unsure where it actually was. ...After many unsuccessful attempts to get people to help Cali had no idea what she should do, so she reached out to WAHS and we responded and directed the call to WAHS Humane Society Police Officer, Maranda Coombs. This situation didn’t qualify as an abuse, abandonment, or neglect case, but we felt we could at least try to assist since it was a dire situation. The temperatures would drop shortly and the cat would not make it through the night stuck. Our HSPO was willing to help after hours and met up with Cali at the site. Meanwhile, Cali had posted for help on a Facebook community page about the ordeal and two kind hearted community members came to assist as well. Just like Cali said, our HSPO could hear the cat but not see it and realized it must be stuck between the two buildings. Maranda got permission from code enforcement and the building’s owners to access the roof of the property. She called long-time friend Jeff Riternoir, owner of J&J Remodeling, Inc. , to come with a ladder and assist. Jeff went up on the roof but the cat had fallen from the roof and was stuck down a story between the two buildings. It had no way out or up because it was such a far drop off. Since they couldn't get down to the drop off, they gained access to the building and after getting inside they went to the 2nd floor. Jeff almost fell through, so they came back down and went through a boarded up window in a stairwell. That is when they realized they were level with where the cat was stuck. Jeff then crawled out into the small space where she was stuck and got her out and brought her back to Maranda and Cali. They wrapped her in a blanket and brought her to safety. Cali is caring for the cat and it is healthy and doing well. WAHS offered to take the cat in to adopt out, but Cali had made plans to transport her to Ninth Life Rescue Center in Greensburg today. The cat is most certainly thankful that a handful of strangers came together to save its' life. Although the cat was homeless, its life does matter and it is so heart-warming to know that people can come together and use their compassion and critical thinking to save a life. The greatness of a nation can be judged by how it treats its weakest member - Ghadi #washingtonareahumanesociety #WAHS #voiceforthevoiceless #adoptdontshop #animalrescue

LAST CALL: ORDER YOUR GIFTS BY DECEMBER 4TH! WAHS Alum, Ollie Dunsey, has been hard at work raising money for the animals of Washington Area Humane Society by making personalized gifts! Choose between a stake sign for your yard or a hanging sign for your home. Each piece is unique with a personalized hand routed and wood burned design for dimension and durability. Pet parents will love this gift!... Limited quantity (ONLY 6 LEFT) so order yours today! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/wahs-holiday-gifts 100% of the proceeds will go towards supporting the animals of WAHS Details: $25 per sign, $5 for additional paws Sealed with high quality poly for indoor and outdoor display Each bone measures approximately 14 long x 7 high Each paw measures approximately 5 x 5 The steel yard stake measures 36 tall Lettering design will vary contingent on name length 5-6 letters as shown; 8 letters will omit the side pad design on the paw Estimated delivery to WAHS on December 12th Item(s) must be picked up at WAHS after delivery. Appointment for pick-up will need to be scheduled

Calling all Cat Readers! Do you miss being able to come to the shelter and read to your favorite cats? Well now you can Zoom into the Cat Department and read to the cats from the comfort of your home! You can even cuddle up with your OWN pet and read to the WAHS cats! Every Monday, between 1:00 and 5:00 pm, we are offering time slots for your children to read to the cats. Sign up below to receive your confirmation email. 15 minutes before your time slot you will receive a Z...oom link in your inbox. Click your Zoom link when it is your time and you will be transported to the Cat Room! Sign up here ---> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040545ABA82DA0F85-virtual

Thank you for giving on this #GivingTuesday! $9,307 was raised today for Washington County’s abandoned, abused, and neglected animals! We hope you enjoyed hearing our Happy Tails about Bosco, Rosa and her puppies, Allie, and June Bug! Because of gifts like yours, the animals of Washington Area Humane Society will receive shelter, safety, food, and medical care while they wait for their furever homes.... WAHS is 100% community supported so we would not be able to fulfill our mission without your support. Thank you so much to our community, supporters, donors, volunteers, fosters, adopters, and staff! Still want to make a gift? There is still time! . http://weblink.donorperfect.com/wahs-givingtuesday