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Humane Society Sponsors Free Spay Day for Cats
The Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter is sponsoring a Spay Day for cats on Saturday, February 25 at Pet Vet, 4630 Martin Road, Cumming 30041. People who qualify for public assistance are invited to bring their cats in for free spaying or neutering, plus an optional $15 one-year rabies vaccination. Spay Day is also open to individuals caring for stray cats or feral cat colonies. The goal is to prevent further litters and reduce pet overpopulation...
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Special Cat Adoption Promotion by Humane Society of Forsyth County
For a limited time, the Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter is offering a “Long Timers Special” adoption promotion featuring some terrific cats who have somehow been overlooked.  These kitties are past the kitten stage but still young and playful enough to bring lots of joy into your home...
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Dr. Laura DuVall Opens Georgia Equine Veterinary Services Serving Canton, Alpharetta and Cumming
Dr. Laura DuVall opens Georgia Equine Veterinary Services serving Canton, Alpharetta and Cumming
Canton, GA – Laura DuVall, DVM, has recently opened her own veterinary practice, Georgia Equine Veterinary Services, providing ambulatory medicine and emergency services for the local equine community. Serving the Canton, Alpharetta and Cumming markets, the practice is located on a five-acre farm on Arbor Hill Road in Canton...
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Forsyth County Humane Society Wants Artisans and Crafters
 We are looking for handmade art or crafting treasures to sell to benefit our animals. We will soon open our online store offering unique items made by Crafting for Critters volunteers...
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The Great Kitty Litter Roundup of 2011
What better way to wrap up the dog days of summer than with a special event just for the kitties?   We are kicking off our most ambitious Kitty Litter drive ever!  From now through September 30, please help us stock up on litter for the cats and kittens at our Adoption Center...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Volunteer Spotlight: The Johnston Family
This month we would like to highlight the Johnson family! Hollie, her husband Russ, and their children (ages 11-15) have been volunteering with us for over a year. As you know, there are many paths that lead volunteers to become part of the humane society family. For the Johnsons, it began with their daughter Sarah talking to them about volunteering and fostering...
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Sam Needs a New Knee
Sam is a very sweet German Shepard/Lab mix. At 90 lbs, he's a tank, but he thinks he's a lap dog, and is always looking for a little love and a cuddle...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Volunteer Spotlight: Heather Ernst
This month we would like to highlight Heather Ernst! Heather and her son originally started coming up to the shelter to clean up after the dogs and play with them. It wasn't much longer before she started to foster our dogs. That was almost 6 years ago! She has fostered almost 55 dogs...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Volunteer Spotlight
This month we would like to highlight Jessica and Russ Place! Jessica and Russ began looking for an opportunity to give back after they adopted their dog "Louie" from the Atlanta Humane Society.  They both feel very strongly that it is important to do service because of their faith.  Happily, they found the Humane Society of Forsyth County about four years ago...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Member Meeting Location Change
The general membership meetings will now be held at the Humane Society Thrift Store...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Volunteer Spotlight: Terri Murphy
Sometimes the road to volunteering at the Humane Society isn't always a direct route. Such is the case for Terri Murphy. Terri is no stranger to volunteering, she has been actively volunteering in the community for years...
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Humane Society of Forsyth County Board of Directors Elected
January 20th, 2011, the members of the Humane Society of Forsyth County voted to fill six Board seats...
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Chocolate - How Much is Too Much?
Many of you may have already heard that chocolate is pretty bad for our pets...
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Brushed Your Pet’s Teeth Lately?
According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age three...
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Federal Officer ‘Toby’
Beagle rescued from local shelter becomes newest Federal Officer guarding US borders...
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Pet's Home(s) for the Holidays
The Humane League of Lake Lanier is encouraging families to open up their hearts to a homeless pet this holiday season. Adopt a pet between Dec 13th and Dec 23rd and a volunteer will deliver the new family member to your home on Christmas day...
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Please Help Trooper Find a New Home
Trooper needs to find his forever home. My perfect wish for him is a place someone is at home whether retired, stay home mom,  or working from home with a fenced yard...
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Humane Society Needs Food for Feral Cats
The Humane Society of Forsyth County No-Kill Shelter urgently requests donations of cat food to support the organization’s Feral Cat Program...
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Pet Safety Tips for Halloween
Some common sense precautions can keep your furry family members safe...
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Rescue groups come together to make a difference
Volunteers from around the county came together to help some in need puppies. Their story is an inspiration to all dog lovers.
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A Lost Friend Needs a New Home
Pluto came to the Humane League as a great little puppy back in 2007. He found a wonderful home as the best friend of Tim R. And best friend he has been. Sadly, Tim R. passed away from cancer in July. His family told us that he requested Pluto come back to the Humane League for care and re-homing...
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The Recession Affects Dogs and Cats, Too
The Humane Society of Forsyth County tells us how we can helps strays and displaced family pets during these tough economic times...
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New Anti-Tethering Ordinance Planned
On Tuesday, Forsyth County commissioners set the date for a public hearing regarding changes to the Animal Control Ordinance that may include a new provision forbidding dog owners from having their pets on chains, runners or tethers unsupervised...
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Meet Buddy
Second Chance Animal Sanctuary needs your help. One of the joys of rescue is helping good innocent animals with vet care so that they may live a happy life with a loving family. Buddy is one of our current special needs dogs...
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Rucker Horse and Pet a Perfect Stop for Great Gifts
Rucker Horse and Pet, a unique new store in Cumming, offers a full line of dog and cat food, supplies and toys, everything you need for your livestock and great gifts, too...
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2006 Bark & Boogie Ball This Weekend
The Bark & Boogie Ball is an annual fundraiser for the Humane Society of Forsyth County and is always a fabulous event. A silent auction kicks off the evening...
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Win Free Pet Food For a Year at Rucker Horse and Pet
Bring your dog or cat into the store, dressed in their favorite costume, for a chance to win FREE FOOD FOR A YEAR!..
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Humane League Announces 'Big Dog Days Afternoons'
The Humane League of Lake Lanier and Crossroads Animal Rescue will be holding two special events to celebrate and highlight the unique attributes of the BIG DOG. Those wonderful steadfast pets that are loyal companions, baby-sitters, confidants and guardians of the American family...
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Local Professional Pet Sitter Attends 'Pet Sitters International's 12th Annual Convention'
Beth Fasnacht of Pet Watch, Inc. was one of more than 250 professional pet sitters and industry supporters in attendance for Pet Sitters International’s 12th Annual Quest for Excellence Convention, held in Phoenix, Arizona...
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Christmas Grand Opening at Rucker Horse and Pet!
Come see Santa in September at Rucker Horse and Pet and register to win a Pessoa Saddle! Rucker is having their Christmas Grand Opening event Saturday, September 30th....
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