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KHON2: Humane societies across the islands need help now

KHON2: Humane societies across the islands need help now

Jun 6, 2022 | ,

Puppies, kittens, and bunnies are all in need of a good home as humane societies across the island are filling up. Abandonment and surrendering of pets are a big reason why the humane societies are full, and this is due to people downsizing and moving houses. Katie Shannon from the Maui Humane Society said finding animal approved housing is “so so difficult and the housing that is allowed to have an animal at is so expensive that it’s really not obtainable for a large part of the population.”

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Greater Good Charities’ Good Fix Program in Partnership with Maui Humane Society Offer Free-High-Quality High-Volume Spay/Neuter Clinics to Help Effectively and Humanely Control Pet Population

Greater Good Charities’ Good Fix Program in Partnership with Maui Humane Society Offer Free-High-Quality High-Volume Spay/Neuter Clinics to Help Effectively and Humanely Control Pet Population

Jun 1, 2022 | , ,

Maui Humane Society is partnering with Greater Good Charities’ Good Fix program to provide free spay/neuter clinics in Hāna from June 9 through June 12. Hāna community members can bring in their dogs, cats, or any free roaming cat to Hāna High & Elementary School Gymnasium for free same day surgery.

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National Nonprofit Petco Love Invests in Maui Humane Society To Save and Improve the Lives of Pets on Maui

National Nonprofit Petco Love Invests in Maui Humane Society To Save and Improve the Lives of Pets on Maui

May 24, 2022 | ,

Maui Humane Society is set to receive a $200,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love during a special celebration at Petco at 50 Ho’okele Street in Kahului on July 28, 2022, at 11 a.m. in support of their lifesaving work for animals on Maui. “Petco Love has always been a strong supporter of our organization and animals. We are honored to receive this award as we continue to expand and develop new programs designed to save more lives,” said Steve MacKinnon, CEO of Maui Humane Society.

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Trance and Mackie DaJam 98.3: Wags to Riches

Trance and Mackie DaJam 98.3: Wags to Riches

May 18, 2022 | , ,

On May 17, Katie Shannon, Director of Marketing & Communications, had the pleasure of interviewing with Trance and Mackie from DaJam 98.3 about Wags to Riches! Maui Humane Society is hosting their second annual Wags to Riches event on May 28, 2022. Once again, shelter animals will be sent from the doghouse to the penthouse! The top 7 fundraisers will earn a VIP night with a shelter dog at several of Hawaii’s top-rated luxury beachfront resorts.

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Maui Non Profit Notes with Susie Thieman

Maui Non Profit Notes with Susie Thieman

May 13, 2022 | , ,

Katie Shannon, Director of Marketing & Communications sat with Susie Thieman, Maui Non Profit Directors radio show to discuss a variety of topics including Empty the Shelters, Fostering, Wags to Riches, Spay & Neuter appointments, what to do if you lose a pet or find a stray, and events happening in May

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KITV: Maui Humane Society looking to find forever homes for pets

KITV: Maui Humane Society looking to find forever homes for pets

May 1, 2022 | ,

May is National Pet Month and the Maui Humane Society is partnering with BISSELL Pet foundation to “Empty the Shelters” by hosting their largest national adoption event. “Every day we are faced with a high population of animals, but the adoption needs of the shelter rotate on a day to-day basis,” stated Katie Shannon, Director of Marketing & Communications. “Across the country, adult dogs and cats (6 months plus) linger in shelters, including our own. As we dive further into spring, an increase of kittens, guinea pigs and bunnies are approaching. Whether you’re looking for a companion to be active or relax with you, Paws to Adopt will give you the opportunity to find your perfect match!” Maui Humane has also brought back what would be their second annual “Wags to Riches” event on May 28. Their “Wags to Riches” event gives shelter pets a chance to go from the doghouse to the penthouse.

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