Humane Society of Catawba County
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Humane Society of Catawba County is thrilled to introduce our new kid oriented web page for all those young people who want to make a difference in the lives of homeless animals.

 
       Alex wanted to do something very special for the shelter animals at Humane Society of Catawba County. So instead of asking for gifts for her 10th birthday, Alex asked her family and friend to donate items from the HSCC Wish List for the shelter animals. Alex wants to be a veterinarian when she is older and already wants to help animals.
The shelter animals thank Alex, pictured with her sister Haley for thinking of them.

If you are interested in celebrating your birthday at HSCC, find out more on our birthday page.
Are you in a Troop or Scouts? Interested in seeing our facility and assisting our mission? Kid's can't volunteer officially until age of 16, but many groups elect to participate in our Wish List Donation Tour. Groups hold a drive of any size (it can be as small as one item brought from home from each troop member or as large as church-wide, neighborhood-wide, or school-wide affair--it's up to you) to collect money or items from our Wish List. The group schedules a tour and brings items with them when they come. We take pictures and the kids get official "thank you's" in our Web Site. It's a great way to do something positive for animals and kids at the same time. For more information, call us at 828-464-8878 to schedule or e-mail us at cassandra@catawbahumane.org 


Tours:
Interested in touring HSCC Shelter? A one-hour tour will take you and your group around our facility to visit the animals and see what we do on a daily basis. Tours of our Shelter are one of the educational tools we provide at HSCC. You must make an appointment for a tour. Tours are free of charge; however, donations are always appreciated!



 
ASK DR. ALOT
Dr. Alot (also known as Lancelot) is one of HSCC's resident shelter cats. From his many adventures, he realizes there are many of us humans that do not understand the needs of his four-legged friends.

If your pet or you have a question, email Dr. Alot using the link below and he will reply and your question might even show up here!

James from Newton asked "My mommy tells me there are harmful plants to animals this time of year, is that true?"

Dr. Alot replied, "Yes, Poinsettia, Mistletoe, and Holly are all poisonous to Dogs and Cats. If your animal eats these plants he or she will have a very upset tummy and may need to be brought to the doctor."

Dr. Alot wants everyone to know the importance of all his four-legged friends having a current rabies vaccination. Click here to see more information about rabies.

K9-9Lives Summer Camp for Kids
Join Humane Society of Catawba County staff and shelter animals for a fun filled week of programs and activities on animal care and welfare.

These Exciting weeks for your child will include an opportunity to learn from excellent programs highlighting: being safe around animals, the importance of spay / neuter, animal well-being, Pet Care 101 as well as fun with obedience lessons and baking tasty pet treats.
The week will also include daily arts and craft activities that will have your child expressing their creativity and imagination. Each week will have age-related programs and activities that will vary each camp week.
Every camp will conclude with each child "graduating" from K9-9Lives Camp.

Entering Grades 1-3
Week of July 12-16th
9:00am-12:00pm

Entering Grades 4-6
Week of June 14-18th
9:00am-12:00pm
Week of July 19-23rd
9:00am-12:00pm

Cost is $150 per child per week, includes a snack each day.

Camp is limited to 20 children each week.
For any questions or concerns contact cassandra@catawbahumane.org




Summer Pet Care Tips

Never Leave your pet in a car, which can quickly turn into an
oven even with the window slightly open.

Give your pet plenty of cool, clean water at all times.

Provide plenty of shade for a dog that stays outside.

Do not leave your pet shut in an empty house or
tied outside while on vacation.

Never force your dog to run in very hot, humid weather.

Prevent fleas and ticks with veterinarian-approved methods.
                                                                          
Want to join a club with other animal loving kids?
  • Have hands on experience with shelter animals.
  • Fun learning opportunities
  • Crafts and games
  • Guest speakers
As a great way to meet other young people interested in helping animal society animals, write to us at kidscorner@catawbahumane.org to get more information.
  
Humane Society of Catawba County is a
501 (c) (3) non-profit, no-kill animal shelter
PO Box 63, Hickory, NC 28603
(828) 464-8878 info@catawbahumane.org

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