Helping Aniamls in Henderson, KY
Service being reviewed:
Humane Society of Henderson County
Reviews: 214 |
Posted: 2 years ago |
Avg Rating: 4.7
Supporting Shelter: Humane Society of Henderson County
Supporting Rescue: hshc volunteers
Pros: The best staff! They give each animal love and do everyhting possible to help each of them!
Cons: The have not formal funding.
The staff at the Henderson Humane Society is concerned with the welfare of every animal that it shelters. Operating on donations alone, the shelter staff and its volunteers work hard to find homes for each animal as quickly as possible. Using Internet web sites, email, local media and word-of-mouth, the HHS staff and volunteers do everything possible to see that sheltered animals find good and loving homes.
Throughout the week, the HHS staff and volunteers provide love and attention to the animals that they shelter. All work to provide clean, dry bedding each day. A Vet is on staff to insure that all animals in the shelter remain healthy. Everyone pitches-in to insure the animals are fed and have good, clean water. While the animals see some exercise during the week, Tuesday evenings are special because many of the volunteers provide exercise and interaction for the dogs in the shelter from 5:30PM to 7:30PM. At the end of the evening, the dogs are provided treats and warm blankets to sleep on!
The Henderson Kentucky Humane Society has the best staff and volunteers! Every animal sheltered there knows they are loved!
The Henderson Humane Society operates on donations alone. Please help if you can. Help us save these wonderful animals!
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[updated on 2007-11-07 10:56:28]:
The Henderson Animal Shelter currently has no official director. A member of the staff is functioning as interim-director. That has been the case for much of the three months that I have been volunteering at the shelter.
I think it should be noted that the person who is the acting director (I won't use her name in an unsecured Internet forum) has been doing an excellent job. This position is demanding. The role she fills each day - and many nights and weekends - is no different of that filled by a corporate CEO or any other organizational leader. The overall management of the shelter - and its employees - falls on her shoulders. She has to work with a VERY limited budget while maintaining the integrity of the shelter, the care of the animals and the needs of the shelter employees. The acting director is fulfilling that mission well. There is nothing easy about this job and every new day presents many new challenges and difficult decisions. This is a tough job and I am impressed with the job the acting director is doing.
I encourage everyone to relay a message of thanks to her for her hard work and dedication to the welfare of the animals of Henderson County, KY
[updated on 2008-01-10 23:20:04]:
The HSHC will offer Valentine's photos for couple and/or pets on 02/02. Contact the Henderson Animal Shelter for more information. All proceeds will benefit the HSHC.
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by paula h. (phawkins)
2 years ago - Flag this
I am a employee at the Henderson Humane Society. As Kevin stated we do operate on limited funds and our shelter is old and outdated but you can bet our animals get the love,attention and health care that they deserve. We are so blessed to have the wonderful volunteers that continue to work with us . Our volunteers are connected with our animals and they do not stop until homes are found for them. They are my heros and I thank God for each one. Our shelter needs this makeover ...our shelter animals need this makeover!!!
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by Kevin (Kevin61)
2 years ago - Flag this
Nobody gives these animals more love and care than the HSHC staff. Despite the obstacles that come with limited funding, each animal is treated with respect and care. Many of the staff opens their homes to many of these animals and they work hard to make certain that each animal finds a GOOD home.
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by paula h. (phawkins)
2 years ago - Flag this
Kevin I believe you were God Sent....you and your family have helped in so many ways. You continue to show up at the shelter and do all that extra stuff that we cannot seem to find time to do. You have a special connection with our shelter animals and you do whatever you can to save them. I know you have scarifaced alot in order to help us and the animals and we are so grateful...
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by Kevin (Kevin61)
2 years ago - Flag this
I have had many shelter dogs over the years and I realize how blessed I have been to have shared my life with these wonderful animals. Because someone cared enough to help animals in need, I have had a lifetime of unconditional love and animal friendhip. I want to give as many pets as possible the chance to live a good life and to help as many people as possible experience the joy that comes with sharing your home with a pet.