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The Humane Society of Chittenden County welcomes you. Come back often for new content, the latest news, and the pets of the week.

142 Kindness Court
 South Burlington, VT 05403
 (802) 862-0135
   fax (802)860-5868
bestfriends@chittendenhumane.org

Adoption Center Hours

Tues - Fri 1:00 to 6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sun & Mon Closed
 

 

 



 
 

 Register Today!!

It's the 14th Annual Walk for the Animals
at Burlington's Battery Park - Sunday June 8th

We're up and running! Well, walking really. It's time to register and fundraise, fundraise, fundraise! Don't miss this super event packed with fun - all in the name of helping animals in need. Join us Sunday June 8th (check-in/register at 9:30 - Walk begins at 10:30) for a day of fun for you and your pooch overlooking Burlington's spectacular waterfront.

Click here to register online and/or create your own personalized online fundraising page.

Music, food, games, disc dog demonstrations, and festivities follow the Walk. What's not to love? Help us reach our goal of $55,000 by signing up, collecting pledges, and enjoying the day. Raise $100 and get your very own Walk for the Animals collector's t-shirt!


See you on the 8th!

 


  New Dog Training Classes Now Available!                                             Whatever stage of life you & your dog are in, there is a class to help you enjoy life together even more!  Click here to learn more...

  Learn about Camp Paw Paw! 
Camp Paw Paw is for kids 9 to 12 years old who love animals and want to learn about their care and the role they play in our lives and communities.  The interest and response to Camp Paw Paw has been amazing!  If you would like to be added to the mailing list for the 2008 sessions, please visit the Camp Paw Paw page to send an email or to learn more.
 

 

SAVE THE DATE!

                                      14th Annual Walk for the Animals                                         Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Battery Park in Burlington    

To read about our 2007 top fundraisers and fastest runners please visit our Walk page.  Our 2008 event will be a fun day filled with family and dog friendly activities, demos, information, and goodies. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 
  Stay Tuned In, Be Informed...

Ü Read "The Declaw Dilemma"

In an effort to bring you current information about the issues that affect the animals in your home and our community, we'd like to share an article titled "The Declaw Dilemma."  It was written by Nancy Lawson, and published in the May/June 2004 issue of Animal Sheltering, a publication by the Humane Society of the United States.  Click here to open the PDF file of the full article.

Pet-Friendly Housing Resources
Download these helpful tools (*.pdf files) to help find the right match for you!
 
®   For Property Owners: Find long-term, responsible tenants.  Here's how: Recommended Pet Policies (tips to help you successfully offer pet-friendly housing) and Property Owners Checklist (suggested questions to help you identify responsible pet owners.)

® For Renters: Put your best paw forward!  Provide a Pet Resume  ~ endorsed by Vermont Tenants, Inc. and the Vermont Apartment Owners' Association.

Is HSCC No-Kill? Click here to learn more  
 

Our Mission . . .
is to foster compassionate treatment of animals and to prevent animal suffering.

We do this through

  • educational programs for schools, community groups and the general public
  • programs to reduce pet overpopulation
  • sheltering homeless and unwanted animals
  • efforts to place each animal in a responsible and caring home.

     

     

    Print and Go Map and Adoption Center Hours

    ©2007 Humane Society of Chittenden County
    142 Kindness Court, South Burlington, VT 05403
    (802) 862-0135
    bestfriends@chittendenhumane.org




 
LOOKING FOR YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND?  Learn about some of the great animals who are available for adoption:
Cats
Dogs
Guinea Pigs
Rabbits
Ferrets
Lost Cat Page

ADOPTION CENTER HIGHLIGHTS

Print out (PDF files) and bring in with you:
Canine Preference Form
Feline Preference Form

Thoughtful Bequest

UNDERSTANDING YOUR BEST FRIEND
Fido's First 24 Hours
Help Fluffy Use Her Litterbox

JUST FOR FUN
4th Annual Pet Photo Contest Winners