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Yesterday, our Pets for Life team held another dis Yesterday, our Pets for Life team held another distribution of pet food, supplies, and microchips, focused on keeping pets healthy, safe, and exactly where they belong, with the people who love them. Through our Pets for Life program, we provide ongoing pet support and make sure families have access to the resources they need to care for their animals and stay together. We’re grateful to @humaneworldforanimals for their partnership in making this work possible, strengthening the connection between pets and people in our community. #PetsForLife #CommunityPets #PetSupport #KeepingPetsHome #AnimalWelfare #HumaneWorldForAnimals #OhioPets #fblifestyle
It’s Don Gerald’s Foster Pop-In Day! 🐾 Are you lo It’s Don Gerald’s Foster Pop-In Day! 🐾 Are you looking for a dog who checks every single box… and then somehow checks a few more you didn’t even know you had? Yes, he’s real. We double checked! ✅ Potty trained ✅ Crate trained ✅ Kid-friendly ✅ Dog-friendly ✅ Cat-friendly Normally, this gentleman is only available by appointment, but you can meet him in person today from 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Don Gerald is the kind of dog people swear doesn’t exist. He’s big, but somehow still gentle in every way that matters. The kind of dog who leans into you like he’s known you forever. The kind who brings a calm, steady presence into a room and instantly makes it feel like home. He walks beautifully on a leash without pulling, choosing to stay right by your side like the polite gentleman he is. He knows “sit” and “paw” and is more than happy to show off his skills… especially if there’s a treat involved. Don Gerald is smart, affectionate, easygoing, and incredibly well-rounded! Don’t let this chance to meet such a special dog pass. If he isn’t adopted today, he heads back to foster tonight. Let's make sure today is the day he finds his forever! hsdayton.org/adopt/dogs #RescueDog #DogsofFacebook #FBLifestyle #ShelterDog #AdoptableDog #ForeverHome #MeetDonGerald #unicorndog #perfectdog
⚾🐾 Discounted tickets are still available for the ⚾🐾 Discounted tickets are still available for the Dayton Dragons game, and this is one deal you don’t want to miss! 🐾⚾ 🎟️ Purchase tickets here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Humanesociety2026 Enjoy a fun night out at the ballpark while also making a real difference for animals in our care. Every ticket purchased helps support the Humane Society of Greater Dayton and the lifesaving work happening every single day 💙 Dayton Dragons Vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps 📅 June 11th at 7:05 PM 📍 Day Air Ballpark ⏰ Deadline to purchase tickets: May 18th 💖 50% of ticket sales are donated back to help local animals Grab your seats, bring your friends and family, and turn a great night into something even more meaningful 🐶🐱 #HSDayton #DaytonDragons #DiscountTickets #BaseballNight #SupportLocalAnimals #GiveBack
Our Furry Skurry 50/50 raffle is live and you can Our Furry Skurry 50/50 raffle is live and you can enter right now. Tickets are just $5 each, and the best part… you do not have to be present at Furry Skurry to win. Take your shot at the prize while helping provide lifesaving care for shelter animals. Sign up for the event and grab your raffle tickets: https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/OH/Centerville/FurrySkurry5k #FurrySkurry #5050Raffle #WinForACause #SupportShelterPets #DaytonEvents
💕🐾Lil' Mama isn’t asking for much… just a cozy bed 💕🐾Lil' Mama isn’t asking for much… just a cozy bed fit for a queen, a yard for her daily adventures, and a human who understands that belly rubs are non-negotiable. This sweet older lady might start off a little shy, but don’t let that fool you. Underneath that nervous exterior is a total lovebug just waiting to shine. She’s not big on head pats (a girl has her boundaries 💅), but give her some good belly rubs and you’ll be her new favorite person in no time. Her vibe? Slow mornings, peaceful strolls, and lots of lounging with her people. Think “retired and thriving” energy. Lil Mama may get along with other dogs, but she’d love a meet and greet first to make sure everyone passes her very important approval process. If you’re looking for a low-key best friend with a big heart and an even bigger love for belly rubs, Lil' Mama is your girl! Ready to make her dreams come true? Apply to adopt at hsdayton.org/adopt/dogs Thank you to @dayton247now for helping support shelter animals just like Lil' Mama while they wait for their forever homes 💛 #seniordogs #SeniorDogEnergy #RescueDogLife #CozyCompanion #FBLifestyle
Back in January, during our large cat hoarding cas Back in January, during our large cat hoarding case, there was one tiny life that captured so many hearts… the little opossum found living among the cats in a filthy trap cage. So many of you reached out, asking about her and hoping she was safe. At the time, we shared that she had been transferred to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator so she could receive the specialized care she needed. After that, we didn’t have many updates, but we never stopped thinking about her either. Now, we finally have some exciting news! That little opossum, now named Ophelia, was given the time, specialized care, and space she needed to heal. And this past weekend, she was finally able to be released back into the wild, right where she belongs! It’s hard to put into words what a moment like this means. From a cramped, dirty cage to the freedom of the outdoors, Ophelia’s journey is a quiet but powerful reminder of why this work matters so much. Every life deserves a chance, no matter how small or unexpected. Thank you for caring about her. Thank you for asking about her. And thank you for being part of a community that never forgets the ones who need us most. #WildlifeRescue #SecondChance #BackToTheWild #RescueStory #AnimalWelfare #HopeInAction #fblifestyle #ReleaseDay #wildlifeconservation #wildliferehab
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