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Help, There’s a Loose Dog!
You’re out walking your dog (or walking alone) and a loose dog comes running toward you. What do you do? How do you handle the situation safely and escape unscathed? Learn some simple, effective ways of protecting yourself and your dogs in this frightening situation. The workshop will be held in the shelter’s Community Education Room on Monday, March 25th, from 6:00 PM to about 7:00 PM, with a Q&A session following the presentation. This event is for humans only,…
Polka For the Pets
It’s time to bust the winter blues, get on your dancing shoes, and “Polka for the Pets” on Saturday, March 30 from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. This fun night of music and merriment will take place at the Jefferson V.F.W., 1420 Rockwell St. with music provided by the multi-talented Steve Meisner Band. Steve began playing the accordion at the age of five and has been earning a living in the music business since he was sixteen. His “Thank You Music…
Let’s Go for a Walk!
Need a little help getting your pooch in sync with your step? Dogs sit, lie down and run to each other as part of their natural behavior. When was the last time you saw a dog leading another dog around on a lead? However . . . your dog’s daily walks are important times for the dog to get out and enjoy the neighborhood and it is important to teach your dog to enjoy walking on lead—even if you live…
What Is Your Dog Saying?
Dogs communicate all the time with people, other dogs, and other animals. A growl might stop you in your tracks, but do you notice a yawn? Dogs speak with their bodies. They use tails, ears, mouth movement, eyes, posture, and vocalization to signal their intent (let’s play!) and display emotions like stress. Come learn how to listen better to your dog, and to “speak” dog back! The workshop will be held in the shelter’s Community Education Room on Monday, April 8th, from…
Spay & Neuter Clinic
The Fix Is In, Inc. will be at the HSJC on April 9th & 10th for low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for cats and kittens. They will also be able to spay or neuter a few dogs under 40 lbs. You will need to call The Fix to schedule an appointment. Appointments book up very quickly so we recommend calling them at 715-256-8555 as soon as possible. You can also book an appointment online at http://www.thefixisin.org/make-appointment/ Prices range from $40-$55 for cats and $95-$110 for…
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The Worms Crawl In… Parasite Prevention Workshop
Yuck! Nobody wants to think about parasites. It’s spring – time for planting flowers and frolicking in the fields. But the fact is that our dogs and cats play host to lots of unwanted visitors. Come learn from Kelly Smart, CVT at Lake Mills Veterinary Clinic, how to identify and prevent external parasites like fleas and ticks, and how to prevent internal parasites like heartworms and intestinal worms to keep your pets healthy. The workshop will take place in the shelter’s…
Microchip Clinic
Did you know that one in three pets will get lost in their lifetime? It’s easy to think that it will never happen to your pet. After all, they’re always safely by your side or tucked in at home. But what if? What if a contractor, pet sitter, relative, visitor, or even a thief leaves a door or window open? What if you’re transporting your pet and disaster strikes, and your scared and confused pet runs to find a place to hide?…
Spay & Neuter Clinic
The Fix Is In, Inc. will be at the HSJC on May 8th for low-cost spay/neuter surgeries for cats and kittens. They will also be able to spay or neuter a few dogs under 40 lbs. You will need to call The Fix to schedule an appointment. Appointments book up very quickly so we recommend calling them at 715-256-8555 as soon as possible. You can also book an appointment online at http://www.thefixisin.org/make-appointment/ Prices range from $40-$55 for cats and $95-$110 for dogs under…
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FF5k Early Packet & Shirt Pick-Up
Participants in the 2019 Furry Friends 5k are encouraged to pick up their race packets and t-shirts on Friday, May 17th from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Humane Society of Jefferson County. Haven’t registered yet? Feel free to stop on by! We’ll also be registering participants during the packet pick-up times. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee t-shirts will be available for registrations made on the 17th.
Find out more2019 Furry Friends 5k
It’s time to register for the 6th Annual Furry Friends 5K! Saturday, May 18th, 9am Jefferson County Fair Park Join the race to help homeless pets by participating in the Humane Society of Jefferson County’s 6th Annual Furry Friends 5K. This family-friendly and dog-friendly event will take place on Saturday, May 18 at 9 a.m. at the Jefferson County Fair Park. Hundreds of human participants and their canine companions have taken part in this race, providing our community with a…