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At the Humane Society of Charlotte, pet safety is one of our primary concerns. We do everything we can to educate our wonderful community on the many important issues related to pet ownership, and today we want to draw attention to a topic that’s becoming increasingly important — paddleboarding safety for dogs. Stand up paddleboarding […]

June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month and, with kitten season upon us, there are more cats in need than ever. Learn about adopting a cat from the Humane Society of Charlotte here. But what if you can’t adopt? Here are some easy ways you can still help: Donate your Facebook status. Just paste this message into the […]

Playing in the summer sunshine with your dog is great fun, but there are a few simple precautions you can take to keep your dogs cool in the heat and protect them from heat-related problems.  By understanding how your dog copes with the warm temperatures and planning ahead you can avoid potentially dangerous situations. How […]

Many dogs and cats simply can’t handle the first signs of a thunderstorm.  With the spring/summer months upon us, we’ve found some interesting and helpful tips on how to help your pets with their “storm phobia”. Click here for tips on how to help your family pets during storms. Remember to always contact your pet’s […]

What better time to look at pet-proofing your home than March – it’s Poison Prevention Awareness Month. Pet-proofing your home is one of the first steps in keeping your pets happy and healthy. There are common household and yard items that can harm your pet if swallowed and each year, many dogs and cats suffer […]

HAPPY Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! All month long, we’re going to be introducing you to some wonderful canines that are looking for new loving homes!  Be sure to follow us on Facebook, twitter, and instagram to see our daily “dog of the month”. Remember, we have two adoption locations: * HSC Main Shelter – […]

The Ties & Tails Gala, the Humane Society of Charlotte’s signature autumn event will be taking place on Saturday, November 12th at the Westin Charlotte Hotel and we can’t wait!   This black-tie evening caters to our most passionate supporters and raises vital funds to help continue our mission.  Click here for details!  

Are you celebrating the final holiday of the summer season this weekend?  Just a quick reminder about fireworks. If you want to set off fireworks, don’t invite the dog or cat.  Please make sure that your furry family members are inside, safe and sound.