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Humane Society receives more than two dozen dogs
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HOUGHTON -- An influx of dogs was taken in by the Copper Country Humane Society last week. After receiving 28 dogs, along with other strays, the Humane Society is currently at capacity. However, a representative from the Humane Society said the community and its volunteers have been stepping up to make sure these pets are taken care of.
Humane Society Board President Kerri Sleeman said the community has been supportive, especially within the last week. "The community support has been great and we've had a large number of supplies donated already, which we really appreciate," she said. "It does have us sitting in a good spot with supplies."
Sleeman said the 28 new dogs were voluntarily donated by an overwhelmed owner, but the Humane Society is prepared and willing to make sure these pets go to a nice homes. "We oftentimes sit at capacity with our animals. It's kind of been a trend for a number of years at shelters post-COVID," she said. "We do have a few that were expecting litters that went into foster homes, which helped us manage the number of dogs in our care right now."
The Humane Society is run by management and volunteers. It is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, typically from noon to 5 p.m. According to Sleeman, the shelter needs to cover veterinarian costs for these new animals. "Monetary donations are probably the best way to support us right now," she said. "No matter how large or small -- it helps."
According to the Humane Society's Facebook page, all of the dogs have fleas and parasites and need veterinarian care. "These kiddos are absolutely adorable, but most are timid, have not been socialized and need time to decompress and get healthy. When they are ready, we will need adopters for all of them," the post reads. "28 dogs that need care, food, toys, blankets and full vetting is going to cost thousands. Times are tight for everyone, and we appreciate any and all help we can get."
Other ways to help the Humane Society include supporting their upcoming events, Sleeman said. "I think it's important to know this is what our staff is trained to do. They do an amazing job," she said. "We couldn't do it without all of our wonderful volunteers, the people that foster and all of the community support that rallies around us when we have events."
Upcoming events for the Humane Society include Tattoos for Tails, Nov. 14-15, hosted by Out of the Norm Tattoos. Giving Tuesday is a recurring donation event through Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. Donations spanning through Dec. 1 will go to the Humane Society's spay/neuter program.
More information about the Humane Society can be found on its website, cchumanesociety.com. You can donate on the website or by mailing to PO Box 453, Houghton, MI 49931.