.: Pet Rescue & Shelters

Tonka, 151165 Tonka is a very playful and frisky tomcat who was brought here due to allergies. This boy loves to play hard- more suited to older children. Tonka is available for adoption from Petcetera East, … Read More

Stanley, 164781 Stanley is a great little Terrier mix (~20lbs) who needs a home- he has been with us since August 20, when the Thompson Humane Society flew him down. Prior to that, he’d been rescued … Read More

Rhinoceros, 165070 Hi! I’m not nearly as big as my name makes me sound! I am a 4 ½ month old orange and white tabby. I was rescued from a woodpile in the country in the … Read More

The first time a stray found me, I was completely unprepared for the situation. A Cocker Spaniel turned up in the courtyard outside my apartment and proceeded to evade me for nearly two hours before finally … Read More

We just talked about why you should never buy a pet at a pet store, but why should you adopt instead? Well, setting aside that you’ll save a life and give a wonderful animal a second … Read More

This post was submitted to heighten awareness about animal shelter adoption. Adopt a pet today! Monster at 4 1/2 weeks, fitting into the palm of one of my hands. During my time as a foster home … Read More

Cookie, 163719 Cookie is a wonderful gal whose owner surrendered her when he had to move. The other dog Cookie was used to living with has already found a home- it’s Cookie’s turn now! Cookie has … Read More

I think most pet lovers, especially those who read this blog, know why it’s a bad idea to buy a cat or dog at a pet store. Even Oprah has taken up the cause of raising … Read More

Press Release First Annual Pet ‘Net Adoption Event To Be Held on Thursday, October 16 Wednesday October 8, 1:19 pm ET Pet-Centric Bloggers & Site Editors To Raise Voices In Unison To Shine Spotlight on Animal … Read More

Okay, we all know that you can donate a bag of dog food or a cat carrier to the animal shelter, or that you can volunteer or foster, right? But the truth is, shelters can put a … Read More

Cate, 126893 Cate is a very loveable and affectionate ~3 year-old kitty available at our newest Satellite Adoption Centre (SAC), Best West Pet Foods, 1568 Main Street, 336-0546! We now have a total of 10 locations … Read More

As worldwide financial panic continues, so does our series on pet ownership in a down economy. Last time, we talked about making pet toys at home. That’s a great way to save some money, but you … Read More

With the current financial crisis, if you’re not cutting back on expenses already, it’s likely that you will be soon. Pet parents are feeling the crunch even more than those without pets. It can be hard … Read More

The WHS is seeking quality, durable dog toys for the large-breed dogs in our care. If you have toys to donate, please drop them off in the shelter lobby. Pinki, 129048 Pinki is a 2 1/2–year … Read More

Amber, 158190 Amber is a very sweet ~8-year-old girl whose owner passed away. I am on a special food due to my allergies and suffer from anxiety. My foster mom said I was a great cat … Read More

Cassie, 164777 Cassie is a young and intelligent CollieX who was brought in stray from the RM of Whitemouth, Highway 44 at the end of August. Cassie loves to play with other dogs, and is very … Read More

Punky, 163667 Punky is a pretty momma cat brought in from St. Martin, MB. with her six kittens because her owner couldn’t care for them any longer. After a stint in foster care, Punky has been … Read More

Abbey, 149194 Abbey is a sweet and playful ~9 year old Labrador Retriever whose owner had no time for her. Abbey likes to play with other dogs who can keep up with her! Abbey is an … Read More

Angus, 112142 Angus is a very wonderful, however unlucky, cat who needs a permanent home! Found in a garbage bin in 2005, this longhaired lovely was redeemed to his owner only to be brought back in … Read More

Everyone needs to visit a pet store sometimes, whether it’s for pet supplies, training, grooming, or even advice. However, pet owners concerned about the ethical problems associated with many pet shops often wonder if their dollars … Read More

The WHS has over 260 cats and kittens awaiting good homes…. Maybe yours? We have 9 Satellite Adoption Centres located throughout Winnipeg; log onto http://www.winnipeghumanesociety.mb.ca to find one near you! Monique, 157854 Monique was found in … Read More

This post was written by guest author Dave Stewart. In 2000, I was living in a townhouse just outside of Baltimore; we had finally got a fence and I longed to get a dog. My wife, … Read More

Mickey, 159607 Mickey is a 3-month-old neutered male who came in with another kitten and two adult cats when their owner didn’t return to pick them up from a relative who was cat-sitting. Mickey was in … Read More

Tweety, Gem & Sophie, 160004/161445/160005 Cats and kittens everywhere! It’s definitely summer because the shelter is full with cats and kittens needing homes. Tweety, Gem and Sophie came in too young for adoption and have been … Read More

Catherine, 157897 Catherine is a very sweet, loving 8 year old domestic medium haired cat. She was found outside in April, and lucky for her someone brought here to us to find her a new home. … Read More

As we discussed in my last post, “So You Want to be a Foster Home,” the hardest part of fostering is letting go. For every foster pet, there comes a time when she has gained all … Read More

Fostering a homeless pet is one of the best things you can do for animals in need in your own home town. Watching an abused, neglected, or abandoned pet blossom and flourish in your home, then … Read More

The Winnipeg Humane Society will be closed Canada Day July 1, 2008 .. here are this week’s ads! Barney 156833 Barney came to the WHS in the beginning of April as a stray. He is a … Read More

Tye, 44958 Tye needs a lucky charm to get him into a loving, responsible and permanent home. This unlucky feline has been through the shelter a number of times through no fault of his own. He … Read More

Let me begin by saying that, as a pet rat owner and fancier, I detest the mill-style breeding that Rainbow Exotics practices. As a result of these conditions, as well as the treatment of animals seen … Read More

Sam, 149579 Sam is a very smart and affectionate dog who was surrendered as a puppy in October 2007- his owner was moving and needed a place to bring Sam, his mom and four siblings. Sam … Read More

Murphy, 153905 Goood Morning! As you can tell, I was woken up just prior to this photo being taken! I am a spunky and opinionated kitty who would do best in an adults-only home as I … Read More

If you’ve decided to add a small mammal like a rabbit, rat, or hamster to your family, the next step is to choose between adopting a rescued or rehomed pet, or purchasing from a reputable, responsible … Read More