Pets of the Week

Hi, my name is Abbie. I am a tabby cat so instead of tabby they call me Abbie. It takes me awhile to warm up to people but give me a chance and lots of attention and I think I would make a good pet in your home. A lot of petting and brushing and caring would really help me a lot.

Hi, I am Harold the hound. Don't let the hound scare you. I am usually quiet. I am good with kids and walk alright on a leash. I am rather cute and would love you to visit me.

Hi, my name is Billy Bob and I am a border collie. I am a really sweet guy that loves attention. I love being brushed and having one-on-one time. I like being outdoors and playing with other dogs, but I would love it if you came to visit me!

Special Needs Dog—Please Read and Forward to Friends

Remember This Song?
"Help Me, Wanda! Help, Help Me, Wanda!"

Wanda, our lovely Treeing Walker Coonhound with long, soft ears, is looking for her forever family. She is a big, gentle girl who has so much soul and intelligence, but she has a problem. Wanda has food allergies that affect her ears, eyes, and skin, and regular dry kibble dog food is bad for her health. She needs to be trained to respect and not threaten cats. If you can find room in your heart and home for Wanda, please come and visit her soon. The funny thing about helping special needs dogs: they have a special way of helping you back—in ways you never expected. Visit Wanda's Petfinder page and read more about her.

Then come visit her. Sit quietly until she settles, and stroke her warm, sleek fur. She will stand perfectly motionless while you stroke her. If you stop, she'll press her head into your chest, silently requesting just a little bit more, please. A former hunting dog kept in a pack, she is learning that humans have much more to offer than just food and hunting. She is now learning a little bit about that very special bond that forms between dogs and humans. Will you be the one to teach her how to love?

Yes, she's "Nothing But a Hound Dog" as Elvis sang. Coonhounds are not popular, are they. No one dreams of owning a coonhound unless they like to kill coons. So they sit in our kennels for months until someone special and a little off-beat comes along who sees a dog, not a breed. We believe God blesses coonhound adopters!!!

See our new Cat Habitat!

Vernon County Humane Society was presented with a exciting, creative new cat habitat on Saturday, April 12, which was designed, constructed, and donated by Douglas Sharpless. The structure employs PVC culvert, composite decking boards, and nylon rope materials, and colorful toys. The three towers and connecting boards are designed to allow cats to snooze, play, climb, hide, explore, and sharpen claws! This view shows Yancy testing out one of the cozy beds, but doesn't show the entire structure. A very big thank you, and a warm round of applause and meows for Douglas!

Cool Hounds!

It's summer time and that means you're looking for some cool fun. We have some sleek, long-eared Cool Hounds looking to have fun with you. So stop in at the shelter and check out our really Cool Hounds. We also have a special promotion price for these fun-seeking dogs. So fill up your pool and grab some lawn chairs, then come get your Cool Hound to share in the cool summer fun.

Hounds and beagles make wonderful family pets. To help our hounds find homes, we are offering adopters a money-saving "Bark Bucks" drawing. You can save from $50 to $150 on the adoption fee, depending on which Bark Buck savings coupon you draw. The adoption includes spay/neuter, tests, and shots. It's cool to save money while you are giving a home to a deserving shelter dog!

New Hours:

TUESDAYS NOON-6PM
THURSDAYS NOON-6PM
SATURDAYS NOON-4PM

Why adopt an ADULT shelter dog or cat? Ten practical reasons that make life easier!

FOUND!

Please call VCHS at 637-6955 to identify these pets—they miss their families very much!!!

7-23-08 Two black lab mix puppies picked up on Main Street in Westby, came from the 100 block of East Park Street

7-18-08 Small brindle and white dog found outside the State Bank of Viroqua

7-13-08 Lab mix puppy found on Pebble Valley Road in the Township of Bergen

7-11-08 American Staffordshire Terrier found on South Creek Road in Harmony Township

7-9-08 Two tri-colored beagles found on County Road S in Webster Township

7-8-08 Chihuahua Terrier cross found on East Decker in Viroqua next to Madison Gas

7-5-08 Collie found on Sinwiger Lane in Bergen Township

7-1-08 Black lab found on West Broadway in Viroqua

Did you know that we do MICROCHIPPING for just $40? Call 637-6955 for more information.

Wish List

Cat litter
Flea and tick dip
Pet shampoo
Cleaning supplies
Cat and Dog toys
Pig ears
Canned cat or dog food
Thick dog leashes
Collars
Plastic furniture
Towels
Cardboard pet carriers
Play pen
Metal shelving units
Van or truck for animal transport