The kennel capacity for dogs at the Maui Humane Society has risen to a critical level, and the organization has issued an SOS for temporary foster homes.
Kennels are full: Maui Humane Society issues an SOS for dog fosters
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Dog foster homes urgently needed
The Maui Humane Society is urgently seeking temporary foster homes for dogs, with its kennels currently full with as many dogs doubled up as possible.
The Maui News: Adoption fees lowered as part of ‘Empty the Shelters’ July campaign
Maui Humane Society is reducing adoption fees as it participates in the nationwide “Empty the Shelters” campaign starting today through July 31, the shelter announced. Maui Humane Society’s reduced adoption rates during the campaign will include $50 for adult dogs and kittens; $25 for small animals, including guinea pigs and rabbits; and $10 for adult cats.
MauiNow: Maui Humane Society to reduce pet adoption fees for “Empty the Shelters” event, July 6-31
From July 6 to July 31, BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Summer National “Empty the Shelters” will occur at more than 335 shelters in 44 states with pets available for adoption for just $50 or less, including Maui Humane Society.
MauiNow: 5 Tips for your pets this 4th of July
On Tuesday, thousands of islanders throughout Hawai’i will be lighting up the sky for the upcoming 4th of July celebration, but one thing to consider is how to keep your pets safe and sane during this holiday. The Maui Humane Society has issued the following information to help residents keep their furry loved ones safe and sound.
KITV4: Animal shelters across Hawaii plea for help due to overcrowding
HONOLULU (KITV4) — Shelters across the state and the nation are urgently looking for foster homes to help with overcrowding in their facilities. Maui Humane Society says it is also in a similar crisis, with over 130 dogs in care and only 40 kennels. For the first time in years, it too may have to euthanize animals due to extreme overcrowding.
KHON2: Opportunity for free spay, neuter clinic returns to Hana
An opportunity for a free spay or neuter clinic is returning for a couple of days through the Maui Humane Society and its partner Good Fix. Maui Humane Society said they are pushing to effectively and humanely control the pet population over time with spayed or neutered clinics. So Hana community members are invited to bring their dogs, cats or any free-roaming cat to Hana High and Elementary School Gymnasium for free same-day surgery. The clinic will take place between June 6 and June 8.
KHON2: Jersey wants your love for Wags ‘n Whiskers Wednesdays
KHON2 highlights Jersey, a 3 year old poi-dog looking for adoption at Maui Humane Society. See her story on Wags n Whiskers Wednesday!
KITV4: Facing severe overcrowding, Maui Humane Society contemplates euthanasia
Overcrowding at Maui Humane Society has staff putting out a desperate plea to the public. KITV4 speaks with Jenny Miller, interim CEO, “This is unprecedented, the increase of intake year over year is crazy, the number of strays coming in is really high, there’s no rhyme or reason with the summer months, and our last option is to reach out to the public with a real plea and ask if anyone can help us.”
Hawaii News Now: Maui Humane Society fears euthanasia may be only option for dogs at overcrowded facility
Brutus is 4 years old, he loves back scratches and toys that are squeaky. But he’s at-risk for being euthanized. “We have never come out to the community before to talk about euthanasia the way that we are now, and what we’re trying to do is increase our transparency to really showcase, we need help,” said Director of Marketing, Katie Shannon.