WANTED: Reliable truck for thrift store

We are looking for a generous donation of a reliable pick up to be used to pick up items that have been donated to sell at Second Paw thrift stores. Our thrift stores have become a great revenue generator for us, with all the money going directly to our low-cost spay/neuter fund. So keep us in mind if you have a truck just gathering dust and we promise to make great use of it!

Total Care Automotive Detail donates car washing services

On Saturday, February 14, Total Care Automotive Detail will be holding a car wash in the PetSmart parking lot from 10am to 4pm with all proceeds going to the Humane Society of Yuma.

According to their business card, Total Care Automotive Detail is licensed and insured and service autos, RVs, Motorcylces, boats and aircraft. They're mobile and do headlight restoration. Call them at (928) 304-3306.

2009 Humane Society of Yuma Annual Members Meeting

The Humane Society of Yuma will be holding its Annual Members Meeting on January 22, 2009 from 5:30 to 8:00pm at the Graceway Fellowship Ministries (7875 E 24th ST).

Topics include Humane Society of Yuma business and board member elections.

For more information, call (928) 782-1612.

Join the Humane Society of Yuma.

Yuma considers ban on roadside sale of animals

An ordinance to ban the roadside sale of animals will be introduced at Wednesday's (12/17) meeting of the Yuma City Council. The Humane Society of Yuma strongly advocates passage of the ordinance and urges all Yuma residents to attend the session to show strong support for such an ordinance.
The meeting is at the Yuma City Hall at 5:30pm, Wednesday, December 17.

Humane Society of Yuma invites discussion on animal control issues

The Humane Society of Yuma is hosting a town hall meeting Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at the Yuma Center for the Arts in their Central Gallery from 6pm-7pm to discuss animal control issues in Yuma County. The public is invited to bring their comments, questions, or concerns about laws and policies regarding dogs and cats in our community. “A well-informed community makes for a better community,” states Shawn Smith, Executive Director.

Volunteer Recognition: Cathy Walk

We at the Humane Society of Yuma depend heavily on volunteers to carry out our mission.  We could never hope to give the amount of recognition and praise each and everyone of our volunteers deserve.  We have decided to recognize the best of the best by awarding a Volunteer of the Season  (to be awarded quarterly).  

Our first recipient is Cathy Walk per the recommendation of our departing Director of Development, Elkie Wills. 

For three years, Cathy has been a dedicated weekly volunteer. First, getting cuddly with the cats at PetSmart.  Every week, we could count on Cathy to clean, play and organize the cat room at PetSmart.  After a year and many hugs later, Cathy decided seeing those sweet sad eyes can take a toll on the heart.  She found office work tugged a bit less at her heart strings.   I don't know what I did without her before she started helping in my office.  From thank you's to database input, to making crafts (she likes that one the best) , Cathy has helped me organize and execute on a weekly basis.  Of course, her dedication doesn't end with volunteering.  She is also the proud parent of Zonie (formally a guest at the HSOY).  Zonie hit the jackpot with Cathy and Bob Walk as her new parents and I can say the same for myself.  I hit the jackpot with such a hard working volunteer.  Lots of wags to you Cathy!

New spokeswoman glad to speak out for animals

The November 16th edition of the Yuma Sun

  There's a new voice speaking out for critters in Yuma.

  She's Shanen Aranmor, the new spokeswoman and development director for the Humane Society of Yuma.

  Aranmor says she's always loved cats and dogs and is thrilled for the chance to make a difference in the lives of so many furry friends.

  "I am just so excited. Everyone that knows me says 'This is perfect for you.' I just can't help smiling."

  The Humane Society's executive director, Shawn Smith, celebrated Aranmor's arrival and stressed how sad he is to lose Elkie

Wills, who is moving to San Diego.

  "Shanen was just the perfect candidate. She's articulate. She's passionate," Smith said. "You can tell she's not afraid to just jump right into it all. I think a national search wouldn't have popped up a better candidate."

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