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October is for fall leaves, pumpkins, and adopting dogs!  Each year, the month of October is recognized as National Adopt-a-Dog month. The Humane Society of Charlotte welcomes an average of 160 new dogs per month to our shelter and while they stay with us as long as it takes for them to find their new loving family, we […]

Autumn is a time for pumpkins, fall leaves, and cooler temperatures but there are dangers specific to the Fall season to be aware of to keep your pets safe. Corn cobs Love corn cobs for decoration? Be sure to keep them out of your pet’s reach. Whether used in decorations or discarded after a meal, […]

One year ago, Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina. Communities were left reeling, and shelters across the region were overwhelmed with animals in need of care and safe housing. At the Humane Society of Charlotte, we knew we had to step up for our friends and neighbors in need. Thanks to strong partnerships, a committed […]

With summer vacation approaching, families are ready to travel and spend time away from home once again. While some pet owners are comfortable leaving their furry friends at home with reputable boarders or trusted pet-sitters, others prefer to travel with their pets.  Traveling with a pet can have its challenges but with some simple tips and […]

September 28 is World Rabies Day, a global health observance started to raise awareness about rabies and bring together partners to enhance prevention and control efforts worldwide. The Humane Society of Charlotte is doing our part in preventing rabies cases in our community by encouraging dog and cat owners to have their pets vaccinated, as […]

As the weather gets warmer and the sun gets brighter, we look forward to spending more time outside, however, the potential for dehydration, heatstroke, and danger to our dogs increases. Being prepared for the heat of summer and knowing how to handle symptoms of overheating in your pet is important. Understanding which signs to look […]

Adopting is an exciting decision and just as you would prep for any new addition, it’s important to prepare to take on the new responsibilities of pet ownership. Most often those new responsibilities involve pet training and basic manners, but when you take a chance and adopt an animal who is recovering from an infection or illness, you are giving that animal a second chance […]

NBCUniversal’s Clear the Shelters™ pet adoption campaign is back, and the Humane Society of Charlotte is once again proud to participate in this nationwide effort to help as many animals as possible find loving homes. Over the past eleven years, Clear the Shelters™ has helped more than one million pets across the country get adopted […]

A fundamental belief that guides the Humane Society of Charlotte is the importance of the human/animal bond. This relationship, indescribable by words, is the connection that ties us to our pets and our pets to us. These relationships often last the entirety of lifetimes, beyond that of the actual pet, and can draw intense emotions […]

This year, the Humane Society of Charlotte turns 47! That’s 47 years of connecting pets and people, saving lives, and strengthening our community. Whether you’ve been with us for years or you’re just getting to know HSC, we’re inviting you to help us celebrate this milestone by giving back in a way that’s meaningful to […]