(BCHS) Volunteer Foster Care Program
The Beaver County Humane Society’s (BCHS) Volunteer Foster Care Program provides temporary housing and care for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and small exotic animals who could use a break from the shelter or who aren’t quite ready for adoption. We need loving homes like YOURS to help these animals in need of a little extra […]
South Hills Pet Rescue & Resort
The shelter and resort, located in a shared building, are maintained by a few people making a big difference. They are canine only at this point, accepting dogs from many sources and managing the kennel/resort with a total staff of three (volunteers are limited by insurance due to the behavior care that some of the […]
The Five Freedoms and the Welfare of Pets
One of the things that has really stuck with me over the years as a shelter veterinarian is the concept of “The Five Freedoms.” Initially developed in 1965, The Five Freedoms is a model made in response to public outcry about inhumane conditions that farm animals suffered. The initial Freedoms were “to stand up, lie […]
Beaver County Humane Society Offers Senior 2 Senior Program!
No matter what our age, a pet’s unconditional love brings great joy. As we age, we may have fewer opportunities to gather with friends and family. Thus, a pet’s companionship can increase the quality of our life because animals provide friendship and create opportunities for social interaction. Research shows that owning a pet reduces depression, […]
WAARF
Every year hundreds of Washington County companion and farm animals fall victim to abuse and neglect at the hands of their owners. Those that are lucky are rescued from their situations by caring individuals. The cost of their rehabilitation often runs into hundreds if not thousands of dollars. Washington County Animal Abuse Relief Fund (WAARF) […]
Pet Connections HARP Volunteer Opportunities
Share your love of animals by volunteering at Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh. Volunteering is such a rewarding experience that provides a great sense of purpose and stewardship. With multiple opportunities and aspects of our volunteer program, finding a way to give back to your community and the animals we take care of is as […]
Operation Petsburgh
Operation Petsburgh is one of Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP)’s most critical and innovative programs. By transporting at-risk animals from areas where resources and medical care are limited to HARP’s East Side and North Side shelters, these dogs and cats are given a second chance at life. The animals then fulfill a great need […]
Spay and Neuter Awareness
Do you consider yourself a pet owner or pet parent? Over 75% consider pets as family members. This makes it hard to believe that around 13.5 million dogs and cats were euthanized in the US in the early 1970s, nearly 20% of the entire population! Even with all those deceased animals, millions of cats and […]
HUMANE ANIMAL RESCUE OF PITTSBURGH ANNOUNCES EXCITING NEW REBRAND
Release date: EMBARGO: Hold for 12:01 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 Contact: Michele Frennier, Director of Marketing mfrennier@humaneanimalrescue.org Cell: (412) 965-6014 New Name and New Look Reflects Continued Commitment to the Community PITTSBURGH, PA January 14, 2021 – Humane Animal Rescue, one of Pennsylvania’s largest non-profit organizations dedicated to the welfare of animals, pet […]