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Approximately 6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. animal shelters nationwide every year. Of those, about 3.1 million are dogs, according to the ASPCA.
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Humane Society of Utah Appoints New Medical Director
We are thrilled to announce that we have a new Medical Director who will oversee all medical activities in our Pet Resource Center and Clinic in Murray: Dr. Timna Fischbein. Dr. Timna has worked for the Humane Society of Utah for three years as our Shelter Veterinarian and was promoted to her new role on … Read More
Increase in Canine Parvovirus in Utah County
Contact: Guinnevere ShusterCell: 801-638-4685Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept. 22, 2021 News Release Humane Society of Utah is seeing an alarming increase in community members asking for assistance with the Canine Parvovirus in Utah County. Multiple community members seeking assistance for a total of 32 dogs and puppies sick with the Canine Parvovirus (parvo) have … Read More
Pythons, Lizards, and Tarantulas – Oh My!
Penelope, a four-foot-long Python, flicks her pink tongue up and out as she slithers across the Humane Society of Utah’s auditorium floor. While this might sound terrifying to some, the small group of third and fourth graders watching her closely are more fascinated than afraid. “Can I hold her?” Mason, eight, asks with a polite raise … Read More
On Puppy Mill Awareness Day (and Everyday), Remember to Adopt, not Shop
At the Humane Society of Utah, we live and breathe the motto “Adopt, Don’t Shop.” This is not only because we house, care for, and adopt out companion animals who are in need of families. This is also because pet stores and online classified ads often sell animals from large commercial breeding facilities, colloquially known … Read More
Saying farewell: you are not alone
Tubs, a uniquely large 9-year-old purebred American Pit Bull Terrier, was strong and athletic with an intensely muscular build. This is why it was so odd when his guardian, Guinnevere Shuster, noticed he was dragging his hind legs over the curb while on a walk one day. “This is a dog that would play fetch … Read More
What is Gastric Dilation-Volvulus?
What is Gastric Dilation-Volvulus?
A Gotcha Day Celebration!
Ryan and Lauri Vincent have fostered homeless dogs for the Humane Society of Utah for nearly two years, including senior dogs and three-month-old puppies with mange. Fostering is how they met Faith, their friendly and playful, nine-month-old pit bull breed type pup. “Faith was around three days old when we first met her,” Lauri explains. … Read More
There is no place like home, Will’s story
Will, a four-year-old Australian Shepherd, needed surgery, and soon. He came to our Animal Resource Center suffering from severe bladder stones. As a result, he wasn’t eating or drinking and was at high risk of acute renal failure. For Will to regain his health, our veterinarian recommended urgent surgery to remove the stones. The estimated … Read More
Emergency Preparedness for Pet Owners
Many parts of Utah are prone to wildfires. Having an emergency plan in place can help keep you and your pet safe. Follow the steps below to help you and your animals be ready if you need to evacuate during an emergency. Plan Ahead Most evacuation shelters generally don’t accept pets, and for this reason, … Read More