Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV) is now sheltering 50 felines — 37 cats and 13 kittens — from Maui Humane Society (MHS) and Lanai Cat Sanctuary, creating more room at those locations for animals, including ones displaced by last summer’s wildfires. MHS had almost 200 feral felines in their care that were permanently displaced by the Lahaina fires in August 2023. Lanai Cat Sanctuary generously agreed to take in these cats if they were able to make space by moving social felines out. Lanai Cat Sanctuary has a four-acre “purradise” to provide feral and community island felines a protected ho ..read more

The Maui Humane Society and Lanai Cat Sanctuary have sent 50 cats to the mainland as a recent attempt to alleviate capacity challenges, especially after rescuing over 800 animals from the Lahaina burn zone. Reports said the cats flown to the mainland were either “surrendered by their former owners, have not been reclaimed, or have no signs of ownership.” Cats were flown to California where the Humane Society Silicon Valley will put the animals up for adoption and place them with local rescue partners. These transfer partnerships helped both MHS and LCS free more than 200 shelter spaces inhabi ..read more

Between May 1 to May 15, adoption fees at all Maui Humane Society adoption locations will be reduced in price. This includes adoption fees of $0 for dogs and cats six months and older, as well as $50 adoptions for kittens under six months old. The special will be available at the Maui Humane Society shelter, in addition to Petco in Kahului and Cat Cafe Maui at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center. The “Empty the Shelter” event is part of a national effort that’s helped more than 226,000 pets find loving homes since 2016. It was started by BISSELL Pet Foundation (BPF) to make an immediate impact on the nat ..read more

Aloha Kakou, my name is Patrick and I am Maui Humane Society’s Pet of the Week! I am a 3-year-old pup with a heart full of love and squishy lips that are full of kisses just waiting to be shared with you! I had a rough start as a stray, but since I’ve been at the shelter, I’ve been dreaming of finding my forever home. It’s been a tough couple of months here, and I’m longing for a family to call my own. I thrive on love and affection, and being in the shelter is really taking a toll on me. But with you by my side, I know I can be the best dog I can be! If you’re into fun and friendship, then I ..read more

HONOLULU (KHON2) — After his family had to move out of the country, Elvis was sent to live at the Maui Humane Society. Scared and confused, he struggled in the kennel environment and would do most anything to be fostered or even better, get adopted. Maui Humane Society says Elvis is a great family dog. His Rockstar personality makes him a shoe in people and dog pleaser. A true crowd favorite, Elvis receives A’s on all his outings and loves naps, kisses, treats, toys and is a very gentle boy with great manners, according to Maui Humane Society. They added  Elvis would do best as the only ..read more

Although burn injuries do not rank among the most common veterinarians encounter in their practices, they may see more of them in coming years. Wildfires are occurring more frequently, and summers are becoming hotter, increasing the risk of dogs burning their paws on hot asphalt and cement. In addition to wildfires, burn injuries can be caused by house fires, outdoor fires, caustic chemicals, scalding water, electrical injuries, hot radiators, side effects of radiation treatment, and other situations where animals come into contact with fire or extreme heat. No matter the cause, just as with ..read more

The August 2023 Maui fires killed more than 100 people, destroyed over 2,200 structures and caused about $5.5 billion in damage on the Valley Isle of Hawaii, according to a preliminary after-action report by the United States Fire Administration. But humans were not the only ones impacted by the blazes. Padgie Kimmick, founder of Cat Care Durango, a cat adoption agency and sanctuary on Suttle Street in south Durango, traveled to Maui last week to take 12 cats off the hands of the Maui Humane Society. Kimmick said Cat Care Durango did not do a “gigantic deed” by bringing a dozen cats back to t ..read more

The Maui Humane Society continues to seek caretakers for displaced cats from the 2023 Lahaina wildfire. The organization has more than 50 outdoor community fire cats in its care, and is seeking to find new homes for them through the Operation Fire Cat Placement Program. MHS says all that is needed is an outdoor place, and the organization will cover all expenses during the acclimation period. Through OFCPP, MHS’ Fire Cat Specialists build a “catio” on the caretaker’s property to house 2-3 outdoor fire cats. The caretaker will then feed, care for, and monitor the cats over a 3-4 week accl ..read more

Aloha kakou, my name is Pitufina and I am Maui Humane Society’s Pet of the Week! I am a survivor of the tragic Lahaina fires. I no longer have a home to go back to, so now I am in search of a new home to call my own. When I first came to the shelter, I was shy and scared, but with time, I’ve blossomed into my true self! Now, I can’t get enough of gentle pets and I love to rub up on you to show my affection. Playing with toys is one of my favorite pastimes – there’s just something about batting around a toy that brings me joy. I’ve had a rough few months, but I’m resilient and ready to embrace ..read more

On Monday, the Mobile Medical Education Unit was stationed along Kalama Park offering Maui’s houseless community mental health services, food stamps, non-critical wound care, clothing, and much more. Mahalo to Community Partners: Aloha House: provided 14 clients with services regarding substance abuse and mental health, and provided one-on-one services to four clients. Chaplain Ministries of Maui: provided 14 clients with information on housing and other available services. Department of Education: distributed food and hygiene kits, sunscreen, and other personal care items. Dr. Ricalde-Garcia ..read more