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KHON2: Trap, neuter, return: You can prevent cat overpopulation

KHON2: Trap, neuter, return: You can prevent cat overpopulation

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Maui Humane Society has released instructions on how residents can help curb the cat overpopulation. According to the Maui Humane Society, “Trap, Neuter, Return is the humane and successful approach to addressing community cat populations. It saves cats’ lives and is effective in slowly diminishing population numbers, by preventing the vacuum effect.”

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Hawaii News Now: Looking for a furry friend? Homes for scores of cats, guinea pigs and rabbits needed

Hawaii News Now: Looking for a furry friend? Homes for scores of cats, guinea pigs and rabbits needed

Maui Humane Society is struggling to find pet parents. They are desperately trying to find homes for not only their dogs, but their cats, bunny rabbits, even guinea pigs. “If you don’t have an outdoor space, cats are great to have. Same with our guinea pigs and our rabbits,” said Maui Humane Society Marketing and Communications Director Katie Shannon.

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Maui Now: With 500+ animals, the Maui Humane Society is looking to Empty the Shelters

Maui Now: With 500+ animals, the Maui Humane Society is looking to Empty the Shelters

With more than 500 animals in their care, the Maui Humane Society is seeking individuals and families who would like to adopt a new pet. While the shelter is waiving all adoption fees for Empty The Shelters July 11 -31st; it will accept donations. The waiver excludes county fees and licensing for dogs. Adoptable pets include: dogs, cats, kittens, guinea pigs, and rabbits.

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Maui News: Maui Humane Society holding open houses about fostering dogs, cats and critters

Maui News: Maui Humane Society holding open houses about fostering dogs, cats and critters

Maui Humane Society is teaming up with national nonprofit Petco Love and Skechers to focus on the fun in fostering pets, which is lifesaving and especially critical during the busy summer months. Fostering is free, and it can begin on the same day. Maui Humane Society is participating in the nationwide Foster Open House:
June 25, 11:30 a.m.: For those interested in fostering dogs, puppies or Wings of Aloha fosters. Wings of Aloha is a donation-funded program that takes shelter animals and flies them to the mainland United States for adoption.
June 26, 11:30 a.m.: For those interested in fostering cats, kittens or critters (bunnies and guinea pigs)

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COVID19 Preparedness for Pet Owners

COVID19 Preparedness for Pet Owners

Maui Humane Society is encouraging pet owners to have a plan for their pets in the event that they fall ill. While there is currently no evidence you can contract COVID-19 from your pet, it’s important to plan ahead to protect your furry friends in the event that your own health is compromised.

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