This five-year-old girl from the Maui Humane Society is ready to show her love and spunk to her next forever ohana. MHS revealed that Mele had a difficult start to life after her family gave her up because their landlord told them they had too many dogs. She also spent time in a foster home before moving back to the shelter. According to her foster family, Mele loves to give cuddles, kisses and loves to be present with both keiki and kupuna. “Mele is very loving. She is very smart and wants to please you,” said the former foster family in a statement. She loves to go on walks and must carry a ..read more

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Meet Taz, a spirited 2-year-old pup whose infectious energy and love for people make him an ideal addition to any family. Currently in temporary foster care, Taz is urgently seeking a permanent home where he can thrive. Taz is a bundle of joy, known for his playful nature and boundless enthusiasm. He adores people of all ages and particularly enjoys frolicking at the beach, where he delights in leaping into the waves with the grace of a dolphin. Described as a “smarty pants,” Taz is quick to learn new tricks and is eager to impress his future family with his intelligence. D ..read more

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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Your pet has a chance to be featured on the Maui Humane Society’s 2025 calendar! The calendar will feature pets alongside Maui firefighters. The organization said they wanted to pay tribute to the courageous firefighters and first responders who bravely faced the devastating Maui wildfires. To enter the contest, place a bid on Maui Humane Society’s website. The 25 highest bids will earn a spot in a special photo-shoot with Maui firefighters. The public will vote for their favorite pet-firefighter duos. The top 12 photos will then appear in the final calendar. Those ..read more

The Maui Humane Society’s 2025 calendar will pay tribute to the courageous Maui firefighters and rescuers who bravely faced the devastating Lahaina wildfires on Aug. 8, 2023. An auction for pet participation opened on Monday, with the top 25 highest bids earning a spot in a special photoshoot with Maui’s firefighters to advance to the voting stage for calendar inclusion. Once voting begins in August, animal lovers will vote for their favorite pet/firefighter duos, and the top 12 competitors will be included in the final calendar. The coveted cover photo will be separately auctioned and w ..read more

The Maui Humane Society announced on Tuesday the launch of its highly anticipated 2025 MHS Calendar Contest, which will showcase heartwarming moments between Maui’s pets and firefighters. The calendar will feature owned pets alongside members of the Hawaii Fire Fighters Association and Hawaii Government Employees Association, and will benefit the pets of MHS. Pet owners on Maui will compete for their furry companions to be included in the 2025 MHS Calendar in two ways. First, they will participate in an online auction for the coveted photoshoot spots, and the top 25 bidders will join the phot ..read more

Aloha kakou, my name is Henry and I am Maui Humane Society’s Pet of the Week! I was found wandering in Makawao Forest, and a kind family took me in when I joined their hike. We searched for my old family for a week, but when we couldn’t find them, they brought me to the shelter so I could find a new ohana. I’m a fun-loving, adventurous dog who’s always up for a trip to the beach, a hike in the forest, or a play session with other dogs. I love wrestling and playing chase–I’m great with other pups! I’m also super smart and have a GoodPup training scholarship, which means my new family and I wil ..read more

A total of 76 animals were adopted during the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s nationwide adoption event held in coordination with the Maui Humane Society. The two week event concluded on May 15. Among the animals adopted were 45 cats and kittens, 24 dogs, four rabbits and one tortoise. “Mahalo to everyone who opened their hearts and adopted,” organization representatives said. “Our hearts are full knowing that 76 animals are now in loving homes.” The Maui Humane Society estimates that adoptions save two lives – the adopted pet and the one who takes their place in the shelter. Read the full arti ..read more

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Patrick is a one-year-old mixed breed who is a major goofball! He arrived at Maui Humane Society in March, and sadly, his former family never came forward. Patrick loves going on Dog on Demand outings, and his friends report that he loves car rides, affection, and playing with toys and treats. Patrick will do best in a home that can give him daily mental and physical stimulation to set him up for success! Ever since Patrick arrived to the shelter, he has been struggling in the kennel environment. He needs to find a foster, or better yet an adopter, ASAP! Read the ..read more

The Maui Humane Society (MHS) is offering free Good Packs with supplemental pet packs to those displaced by the Lahaina fires of August 8, 2023. The Good Packs were provided by Greater Good Charities and made possible by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, also known as “the Vodka for the Dog People.” The Good Packs include essential survival and comfort supplies for those in times of crisis. While the Good Packs contain items for humans, the supplemental pet packs contain dog and cat products. A team of volunteers from Tito’s Handmade Vodka and team members from Greater Good Charities visited M ..read more