Shelter Happenings
Forget Dog Days — It's Kitten & Puppy Days of Summer!
July is famously known for the "dog days of summer" — but at Mountain Humane, it was all about the kittens and puppies. Small paws were headed to forever homes left and right this month!
Kittens flew out the door almost as fast as they came in, but it was the adoption of an adult cat that stole our hearts: Mama June! Transferred to us pregnant, she was welcomed into a foster home right away. After her kittens were weaned, it became clear Mama June didn't want to live indoors and be cuddled — she just wanted to be left alone — not unfriendly, just fiercely independent. Our behavior team saw a different path forward: life as a barn cat, putting her strong independence and natural hunting instincts to work. The day we shared her story on social media, she was adopted. Mama June now has a job and a family of her own to protect.
We had oodles of puppies find their forever homes this July, but again, our standout story was an adult dog adoption — Osito. He arrived at Mountain Humane horribly matted, a result of a life of neglect that left everything about the world new and scary to him. Foster pleas went unanswered, so our behavior and animal care teams stepped in to give him the extra care he needed to gain confidence and learn to trust. Osito met several potential adopters along the way, but none felt like the right fit — and life was starting to feel lonely for a guy who just wanted someone to love. After 115 days at the shelter, Osito finally found his people! This spunky little man is headed home for a good beach life, and his new parents are excited to help him continue to grow and thrive. Happy adventures ahead, Osito!
Every one of these stories is a reminder of what's possible when a community shows up for animals in need - turning difficult beginnings into second chances. Thank you!
Mountain Humane is committed to providing spay/neuter services to any companion animal who needs it. If you or anyone you know is looking for affordable spay/neuter services to help prevent more unplanned litters, please call 208.788.4351 ext. 301 to schedule an appointment.
Email foster@mountainhumane.org to join our lifesaving foster team. Or, click here if you are looking for your next family member.
August Events
New Volunteer Orientation
Tuesday, August 10th
5:00 to 6:30 pm at Mountain Humane
Email volunteer@mountainhumane.org to sign up.
Do you love animals and want to help our shelter pets? Join us for the next New Volunteer Orientation on the second Tuesday of every month! Please sign up first at www.mountainhumane.org/volunteer then click on “Become a Volunteer.”
Drinks and snacks provided. Plus, a behind-the-scenes tour of the shelter is included! Email Volunteer Coordinator Kelsey Strahle with any questions at kstrahle@mountainhumane.org.
Cat Cozy Club
Monday, August 9th
5:00 to 6:45 pm at Mountain Humane
Please check website for latest information.
Email Jen at sunflowers1123@att.net with any questions.
August Behavior Classes
Basic Training Class (all ages):
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
August 12th - September 9th
Basic Training for Adolescents
(5 months - 2 years):
Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
August 13th - September 10th
Hikin' Buddies
Every Wednesday this summer, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Meet at Adam’s Gulch Trailhead.
Every Wednesday throughout the summer (June - August), take a shelter dog for a hike or hang out and socialize with some of the smaller pups. No appointment is necessary; just bring your family and friends and have a great time with doggies that would love to meet you!
Please note that hike-able dogs go out on a first-come, first-serve basis.
You must be 18+ years to hike alone with a shelter dog.
Please check for schedule changes for both the Cat Cozy Club and New Volunteer Orientations by emailing volunteer@mountainhumane.org