Licensing your pets is a legal requirement in Omaha and all cities in Sarpy County, so by licensing your pets, you are following the law. That’s important. Licensing means your animal is registered with your city. If there is ever a dispute over who owns a pet, a license is a legal record of your […]
It’s that time of year again! The Nebraska Humane Society’s Taylor Made Rescue Rally will take place on Sunday, February 14 from, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Yes, it is one of our favorite events! “It is a great educational opportunity and lots of great animal lovers under one roof,” says Denise Gurss, director of […]
We’ve all gone to that one friend’s house and have been greeted by their big, beautiful, majestic, loving, excited dog…..who is barking and jumping…and jumping…and jumping. The beautiful dog that busts your eardrums and knocks you over. It happens all the time. We don’t get mad, it’s just how (untrained) dogs behave. If you are […]
By and large, the Nebraska Humane Society’s typical “business” shuts down for Christmas Eve. For the past 15 years, however, dedicated NHS volunteers open the shelter on Christmas Eve to complete adoptions. Volunteers at NHS are unquestionably special. “Even if we didn’t do adoptions on Christmas Eve,” says Pam Wiese of the Nebraska Humane Society, “they […]
Everyone loves the holiday season and one reason is the copious amount of sweet treats available at every turn. And what better way to allow ourselves to indulge than to purchase goodies and have the proceeds benefit our local shelter? On December 19 from 10 am to 4 pm, visit the Nebraska Humane Society’s lobby […]
Wednesday December 9, 2015, a Nebraska Humane Society Animal Control officer was called to an Omaha alley to rescue a cat in a trap. When the officer arrived he found a female cat writhing in pain. She was caught in the viselike grip of a heavy, steel, leg hold trap that was chained to a […]
It’s winter. And with winter, there are few opportunities to get out and enjoy animals unless you’re inside and safe from the cold. Here’s a cool way kids can get a little animal fix and learn while they are at it! The Nebraska Humane Society’s “Furreezing Critter Camp” is an all-day animal experience with hands […]
On November 2, The Nebraska Humane Society tweeted a very cool message: “Thanks to a generous donor, we’re offering $5 spay/neuters for cats on Nov. 10. Just call 402-905-3490 to schedule.” Yes, you’ve read that correctly. For just five bucks, your unaltered feline can get all fixed up. It’s wonderful to see the NHS and […]
When wandering the NHS facility at 90th and Fort Streets in Omaha, you may see or hear a reference to The Molly Project or Diamond Dogs. You may also wonder what these things are– there’s little published about the two– like I did upon hearing the terms. Luckily, Christina Ferency, Behavior Specialist and lead of the Molly Project […]
Each year, the Margre Durham Walk for the Animals raises thousands of dollars for the Nebraska Humane Society. From admission tickets to sponsorships, people and dog packs raising money on their own, and fees for vendors, the NHS is able to turn the success of that social and fundraising event around to do good in […]
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