Maui Humane Society is asking anyone with information regarding who shot a puppy in Kula with a pellet gun to report it. Information can be shared directly to the organization or callers can remain anonymous by reaching out to Maui Crime Stoppers. According to the notice, the puppy was injured from a pellet shot in the spine. The incident was reported earlier this week on Hawaii News Now. A humane enforcement officer told the news outlet a crime of this nature could result in jail time and fines for the offender. A spokesperson with the Maui Humane Society called the incident a horrifi ..read more

Maui Humane Society is partnering with Greater Good Charities’ Good Fix program to provide a free, three-day spay and neuter clinic in Hana from Tuesday to Thursday. The partnership will allow upwards of 500 owned dogs and cats and free-roaming cats to be spayed or neutered “to help effectively and humanely control the pet population over time,” a news release said. Hana community members can bring their dogs, cats or any free-roaming cat to Hana High & Elementary School Gymnasium for free same-day surgery. Dogs must be on a leash, pet cats must be in carriers and free-roaming ..read more

Maui Humane Society is partnering with Greater Good Charities’ Good Fix program to provide a free spay/neuter clinic in the East Maui town of Hāna, June 6-8, 2023. This partnership will allow upwards of 500 owned pets (dogs and cats) and free-roaming cats to be spayed or neutered to help effectively and humanely control the pet population over time, according to organizers. Hāna community members can bring their dogs, cats, or any free roaming cat to Hāna High & Elementary School Gym for free same day surgery. Dogs must be on leash, pet cats must be in carriers and free-roaming cat ..read more

HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s Wags ‘n Whiskers Wednesday. Today, we feature a girl who’s come a long way. Meet Jersey, a three-year-old poi dog. She’s quiet, gentle and a bit shy. She’s quiet, gentle and a bit shy. But she’s working on her confidence. Maui Humane Society said that when she first arrived, she was very timid and nervous. But she has made huge strides and is now more outgoing. She also walks nicely on a leash and politely takes treats.  And it’s all thanks to volunteer Alice who never gave up on her. If you’d like to give Jersey a home, the shelter asked that you’re patient an ..read more

Overcrowding at Maui Humane Society has staff putting out a desperate plea to the public. KITV4 speaks with Jenny Miller, interim CEO, “This is unprecedented, the increase of intake year over year is crazy, the number of strays coming in is really high, there’s no rhyme or reason with the summer months, and our last option is to reach out to the public with a real plea and ask if anyone can help us.” Watch the full video at KITV4 The post KITV4: Facing severe overcrowding, Maui Humane Society contemplates euthanasia appeared first on Maui Humane Society ..read more

(The Maui News): For the first time in years, the Maui Humane Society said on Tuesday that it has a list of at-risk animals for euthanasia due to extreme overcrowding at the Puunene shelter. The sole open-admission animal shelter in the county said it is “urgently pleading for action in addressing extreme overcrowding.” MHS said the crisis is not unique to Maui and it is widespread throughout the country. To help, MHS said people can adopt or foster a pet, volunteer at the shelter, make a donation and spread the word about responsible pet ownership. People can also help prevent animals ..read more

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Maui Humane Society is faced with the devastating decision of possibly euthanizing some animals as they deal with extreme overcrowding. According to the Maui Humane Society, they have over 130 dogs in care and only 40 kennels so for the first time in years the shelter is forced to create a list of at-risk animals for euthanasia. Maui Humane Society said the rate of adoption isn’t enough to keep up with the average four to five stray animals in need of care and shelter. Since 40% of all animal surrenders are due to a lack of pet-friendly housing the Maui Humane Society ..read more

Maui Humane Society Faces Heartbreaking Euthanasia Decisions Amongst Extreme Overcrowding At-Risk Euthanasia List Created first time in years (Maui, HI – May 23, 2023) – Maui Humane Society, the sole open-admission animal shelter in the county, is urgently pleading for action in addressing extreme overcrowding. This crisis is not unique to Maui and is widespread throughout the country, with animal welfare organizations struggling to cope with the consistent influx of animals. With over 130 dogs in care and only 40 kennels, for the first time in years, the shelter has a list of at-risk animals ..read more