Brennan brought an innovative training to our staff to help them better deal with compassion fatigue. Compassion fatigue is a secondary traumatic stress disorder that is commonly experienced in professionals caring for the well-being of homeless animals.
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Gary’s Journey: Looks Aren’t Everything
Gary’s journey proved looks aren’t everything when he arrived at our Pet Resource Center covered in scars.
Halloween Safety Tips For Pets from the Humane Society of Utah
News Release Halloween Safety Tips For Pets Murray – Utah, Oct. 21, 2022 – “As spooky season approaches, it is easy to get carried away with all the tricks and treats, but pet owners should remember that Halloween can be a stressful time for their furry friends. ” Says Guinnevere Shuster, director of marketing and … Read More
Howl-O-Ween Pet Safety Tips
As spooky season approaches, it’s easy to get carried away with all the tricks and treats, but pet owners should remember that Halloween can be a stressful time for their furry friends. Follow these pet safety tips to keep your familiars, hellhounds, and riff-raff secure and delighted during this festive time of year.
Wags to Wishes Gala 2022 a Pawsome Success!
On Saturday, September 24th, 2022, the Humane Society of Utah celebrated 62 years of helping animals during its annual Wags to Wishes Gala, sponsored by the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation. This three-hour-long event was held for the first time at the Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House at the University of Utah. It … Read More
A One-Eyed Hedgehog Takes Home the Gold
Stanley is a bashful, young, and energetic hedgehog with only one eye. Yet despite his newfound disability, he is determined to win the Hedgehog Olympics one day. Stanley prepares for his victory by running vigorously on his exercise wheel all night long and bolting around his new home at lightning speed. He is, by all … Read More
Young Students Want to Work for an Animal Shelter When They Grow Up
For the assignment, the students were given a tour of the facility and educated on the types of medical
Mitts’ Story: An Untrusting Cat Finds a True Friend
Mitts, a five-year-old cat with white-colored paws, came to the Humane Society of Utah’s Pet Resource Center in a mood – and she had every right to be.
Ready to hike with your dog? Get to know FELT!
take your dog hiking but aren’t sure how to get started? Well, you’re in luck, because it’s as easy as FELT! That’s Fitness, Equipment, Location, and Training!
HSU & Salt Lake County Animal Services Team Up To Raise Awareness About Dogs in Hot Cars
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 8, 2022 Media Alert The Humane Society of Utah and Salt Lake County Animal Services Team Up To Raise Awareness About Dogs in Hot Cars Murray — Utah, Aug. 9, 2022 — The Humane Society of Utah (HSU) and Salt Lake County Animal Services are hosting the Beat the Heat event … Read More