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Desperate dogs need homes as shelter remains packed

June 4, 2022 Eric Forrest 0

If you follow the Nebraska Humane Society on any of its social media channels, you’ll typically see quirky content about adoptable animals or what they’re up to at the shelter. Success stories, celebration of community, and other brief, light stories populate the feeds, too. This week, however, things are more serious, as indicated by the […]

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Little interest in this rescue dog means your help is needed

January 26, 2021 Eric Forrest 0

Helping Hand for Animals recently contacted us with details concerning one lovely pup who needs a little help. She’s got a GoFundMe page and is in need of a family. See details below and help if you’re able! Dakota is a five-year-old rescue shepherd/ beagle mix (a she-gle?) whose family abandoned her, possibly because of […]

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A New Way to Adopt at Nebraska Humane Society

August 8, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Like everything else, adoptions at the Nebraska Humane Society have changed as adjustments are made during the COVID-19 pandemic. Folks can’t come to shelter with the crowds like usual, so adoptions are mostly happening online. Here’s a rundown of the current adoption process. People looking to adopt will go to the shelter’s website and look […]

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Check out the cutest version of COVID-19 imaginable

April 26, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Feline Freindz never needs anything special to happen for us to provide them some coverage. We’ve been excited about its mission and work for as long as we’ve known it. That being said, it’s time to celebrate some cute kitties from the Friendz. Check out the gallery below that includes four cats with virus-inspired names: […]

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Which pet is right for you?

April 25, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

During this extended period at home, many Omaha families (and families everywhere!) have chosen to adopt or foster a new companion animal. Recently, we wrote about the uptick in animals and their new families and you can see that news here. Today, there’s a helpful survey available that helps us all figure out which pet […]

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The most important thing you can do for shelter animals right now

March 27, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Imagine this scenario: Omaha or Nebraska or the U.S. mandates that everyone stay home while COVID-19 reaches its peak. That presents a bunch of challenges for everyone for nearly every reason. Because we want to stop to virus from spreading, we keep people home to save lives. There are two sides to every coin, however. […]

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November is Adopt A Senior Dog Month

November 20, 2019 Eric Forrest 0

Any month is a great month to adopt a senior animal, but November is the official month to make a senior dog your latest family member. Sometimes adopters are senior-dog-averse, but there’s much to love about senior animals! Think about it- no potty training, a calmer demeanor, and plenty of love still to give. Check […]

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Pre-Black Friday sale at Nebraska Humane Society

November 16, 2019 Eric Forrest 0

The Nebraska Humane Society, with its limited space during renovation and steady influx of adoptable animals, is hosting a “Pre-Black Friday” sale. If you were thinking about adopting, now is a great time! All dogs two years and older are just $75 to adopt until Black Friday, November 22. At last check, over 80 dogs […]

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Pre-Black Friday sale at Nebraska Humane Society

November 16, 2019 Eric Forrest 0

The Nebraska Humane Society, with its limited space during renovation and steady influx of adoptable animals, is hosting a “Pre-Black Friday” sale. If you were thinking about adopting, now is a great time! All dogs two years and older are just $75 to adopt until Black Friday, November 22. At last check, over 80 dogs […]