For many animals and pet guardians in southern Utah, the Humane Society of Utah St. George Clinic is an important source of community care. The clinic provides essential veterinary services like vaccinations and spay/neuter surgeries at an affordable price for pet guardians. These preventative services are important for protecting pet health and reducing overpopulation. At … Read More
Most of us have heard of heartworm preventatives for dogs, but what exactly do these medications prevent? The Humane Society of Utah shares important information about heartworm disease and prevention for pet guardians. What is Heartworm Disease? Heartworms are parasites that live in pets’ hearts, lungs, and blood vessels. These parasites cause a very serious … Read More
Saying Goodbye with Love and Compassion One of the hardest decisions a pet guardian will ever face is knowing when it’s time to say goodbye. Pets are family, and making the choice to let them go peacefully is heartbreaking—but it can also be the greatest act of love and kindness we can offer. If you … Read More
Homecoming arrived at the Humane Society of Utah along with his siblings from another shelter. They were transferred to our facility in an effort to relieve overcrowding and make space for more animals to find loving homes. Upon arrival, the puppies appeared healthy, active, and thriving. They seemed like a normal, happy litter of pups! … Read More
Squash’s story begins in October 2024. 5-month-old Squash and his two siblings were found running down a desolate, remote highway in rural Southern Utah nicknamed “The Loneliest Road.” They were scared of their wits, and much too thin. Though none of the dogs had visible injuries, Squash was not able to bear weight on his … Read More
Spring is making its way to Utah! Even through these final chilly days, there is a sense of warmth, growth, and renewal on the horizon. And for many Utahns, the start of spring means the start of spring cleaning! There is no time like the spring to declutter, re-organize, and make room for new and … Read More
In honor of March being National Pet Poison Prevention Month, we wanted to spotlight some of the most common poisoning hazards our pets encounter and how to keep your furry friends safe from harmful substances. Items which are harmless to humans can be hazardous to pets. It’s important to be proactive and make sure these … Read More
In early 2025, the Humane Society of Utah was informed of a dire situation concerning community cats in Payson, UT. Community cats are unowned, sometimes feral, cats who live outdoors. Residents of Payson reported a shocking number of unfixed cats living in the area, with more arriving continuously. Though the neighborhood was inundated with cats, … Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: Feb. 24, 2025Media Alert Humane Society of Utah to Distribute 100 Cat Spay/Neuter Vouchers on World Spay Day WHO: The Humane Society of Utah (HSU) WHAT: In celebration of World Spay Day, HSU is distributing 100 spay/neuter vouchers for cat owners. Each voucher provides a $100 discount on a spay/neuter procedure and includes … Read More
Have you heard of the Humane Society of Utah’s Last Litter program? This program was designed for pet guardians who need help getting their mother pet spayed and rehoming her final litter of puppies or kittens. The Origins of Last Litter HSU created the Last Litter program in 2021 after seeing an influx of kittens … Read More
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