Cat
crisis in Lawrence County
In July we set a new record that we hoped we would never see.
We took in a total of 204 cats.
Our previous high was 149 in October 2006.
Our ideal capacity is 50 but we started the month with
already 79 on hand.
With adoption numbers down this has left no other option but to
euthanize. This has brought hardship to the staff members that
have to perform this horrible duty. The stress of euthanizing
perfectly healthy cats is something unfamiliar to our staff and has
brought a tremendous amount of stress to a job that is already
difficult. It is called "Compassion
Fatigue" and wears on many staff members working in the
shelter. The staff is asking for your help and support during this
very difficult time.
We are pleading that the community join together to end overpopulation. There are many things that you can do to help. Spay/neuter all of your pets. If you are looking for a new pet come to the shelter and give a pet a second chance at life. Many pets at the shelter need foster homes until they can find a permanent home. Donations to care for the pets at the shelter are always needed.
Prevent a Litter, Fix your Critter!!
The White River
Humane Society's mission is to end unwanted and abandoned
animals in our community.
Each adopted animal that leaves our shelter has
been spayed or neutered. Keep in mind there aren’t enough homes
for all the litters born in Lawrence County, so please Spay or
Neuter your pet.Our Mission
To care for the lost and homeless animals of Lawrence County, while providing education and services to the public that will lead to reducing the number of unwanted animals born in our community