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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Lace up your running shoes and leash up your dog - HES's first ever Fast & Furriest fundraiser...
01/13/2025

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Lace up your running shoes and leash up your dog - HES's first ever Fast & Furriest fundraiser race event is now OPEN for registration!

🗓WHEN: March 23rd, 2025

📍WHERE: Greenway Farms - 3008 Hamill Rd, Hixson, TN

🏃WHAT: This dog-friendly event will include a timed 5K race, 1-mile fun run/walk, vendor village, PLUS adoptable HES dogs! Fast & Furriest isn't just a race - it's a celebration of people, pets and our beautiful outdoors all while supporting the great work of HES. Registration fees will be DONATED back to HES to help us continue our mission in saving animal lives in our community!

🐾THE DEATS: Run with your pup or race solo! The 5K 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will win prizes 🏆 Want to run with a pup but don't have a dog that enjoys running? Stop by the HES booth and "rent" out a shelter dog to take on the 1-mile trail!

🎟Registration includes: FREE t-shirt, complimentary coffee + donuts before the race, and swag bag with awesome goodies from local sponsors!

SIGN UP NOW at heschatt.org/fastandfurriest

DID YOU KNOW: You can dedicate your birthday in honor of HES and raise money to help homeless animals in your area!A lot...
01/13/2025

DID YOU KNOW: You can dedicate your birthday in honor of HES and raise money to help homeless animals in your area!

A lot of you may have seen Facebook birthday fundraisers on your timeline, HOWEVER, money raised through Facebook's donation portal can only be collected by the nonprofit of your choice a few times a year, and all donations are anonymous! By using our more direct fundraiser options, HES will receive all funds at the time of donation, and can see who has graciously created the fundraiser. Plus, you can still share it on Facebook to make the most impact!

Share this link on your social pages if you wish to dedicate your birthday to HES and help raise money for a worthy cause: heschatt.org/tributes

"[My favorite part about volunteering at HES is| that I can hopefully bring happiness and comfort even if for a short ti...
01/13/2025

"[My favorite part about volunteering at HES is| that I can hopefully bring happiness and comfort even if for a short time to the dogs I’m interacting with. So they hopefully feel love that maybe they’ve never experienced before. My dogs make even the worst days better for me, and I hope to bring even a small amount of that same energy every day I am volunteering at the shelter.

HES goes above and beyond to teach and provide us volunteers with the tools and resources needed to work with animals. I have learned so much volunteering at HES. HES strives to ensure that dogs are trained and set up for success when they are adopted. And HES provides us volunteers with the tools to work with them. I have gained so much knowledge, and it has made me a better owner to my dogs. The community is unparalleled and friendships are priceless. Becoming a volunteer at HES is truly one of the best and smartest decisions I have made."
-Amanda M., HES volunteer dog walker

Come join this amazing community of animals lovers - you won't regret it! Learn about all the ways you can get involved, and sign up at heschatt.org/volunteer

Your donation will allow us to continue our mission of helping homeless, neglected, and abused animals in our community,...
01/12/2025

Your donation will allow us to continue our mission of helping homeless, neglected, and abused animals in our community, and advocating on their behalf.

Donate to the cause today at heschatt.org/incrediblejourney

Pics of puppy snow day fun from last Friday! For many of them, it was their first ever snowfall ❄These precious dogs are...
01/12/2025

Pics of puppy snow day fun from last Friday! For many of them, it was their first ever snowfall ❄

These precious dogs are all in foster care and looking for their forever homes!

HES will be OPEN today from 12-4pm.Come pick out your newest furry friend today!
01/12/2025

HES will be OPEN today from 12-4pm.

Come pick out your newest furry friend today!

Lonely Hearts Club: Twixie ❤️‍🩹Animals that have been in shelter care for over 90 days are considered a member of our Lo...
01/12/2025

Lonely Hearts Club: Twixie ❤️‍🩹
Animals that have been in shelter care for over 90 days are considered a member of our Lonely Hearts Club. Twixie here, has been waiting over 175 days for a forever family 😔

If you’re looking for an affectionate and lazy kitty, 2-year-old Twixie is the cat for you! She is a chubby little cuddlebug who loves pets and attention. In fact, she’s not ever truly satisfied unless the spotlight is on her! But even though she’s a bit of a diva, she is still one excellent cat.

Twixie is very social with people and will greet visitors at the door by rubbing against their legs with happy purrs. She will gently nudge your hand for pets and chin scritches, and make biscuits in your lap. She enjoys napping in sunspots perched up high, and is very food motivated. She isn’t super playful, but may enjoy some catnip or a laser pointer every now and then.

Twixie would love to start this new year off with a family of her own! Come meet her today!

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Twixie has been diagnosed with FIV. FIV is a feline-only disease that affects the immune system. Cats living with FIV can live long, normal and happy lives when the right precautions are taken, such as keeping them indoors and staying up-to-date on vet care. Our adoption counselors are happy to speak with you about adopting an FIV+ cat and what that looks like for you and kitty!

ADOPTED! 🐶❤🐱😍🐾Happy Tails to these furry friends and their new families! We had 39 animals adopted this week, including ...
01/12/2025

ADOPTED! 🐶❤🐱😍🐾
Happy Tails to these furry friends and their new families! We had 39 animals adopted this week, including several VERY long-time residents! We are thrilled these babies will be spending forever with a family who loves them!

YOU could get your picture on here next week if you come in to adopt at HES!
Visit heschatt.org/adopt to view our available animals.

Toni says she is ready to be cozied up on her forever family's sofa, snuggled in for the winter. (She just needs a forev...
01/11/2025

Toni says she is ready to be cozied up on her forever family's sofa, snuggled in for the winter. (She just needs a forever family to find her!)

Come meet this sweet girl - she's waiting patiently for you!

Happy Caturday! This is Baby and Lucky, a bonded mother-and-son pair of senior kitties. 12-year-old Baby and 11-year-old...
01/11/2025

Happy Caturday! This is Baby and Lucky, a bonded mother-and-son pair of senior kitties. 12-year-old Baby and 11-year-old Lucky have been together and inseparable since the day Lucky was born. They were sadly surrendered to HES after their elderly owner passed away, and now they are looking for a forever home to retire and spend the rest of their golden years together.

These kitties are both extra sweet and loving once given a little time to get used to a new situation. Baby is grey with blueish green eyes. Her right eye has a white film over it but doesn't bother her at all. She is described as always looking to be pet, whether it's a stranger or someone she's known for weeks. Lucky is slightly bigger in stature with a grey coat and one brown eye, one green eye. He takes a little time to come around, which makes it all the more rewarding when he does. Once you're on his good side, he comes to his name!

These precious souls had been previously declawed and would likely need a home where they were the only other pets in the household. They enjoy mealtime, napping in their hidey huts or in soft beds, grooming one another, and getting attention from their favorite humans.

If you have a quiet home and are looking to help a couple of senior kitties spend the rest of their years in a loving and safe space, come to HES to meet Lucky and Baby!

HES and our thrift store will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will make another announcement lat...
01/11/2025

HES and our thrift store will be closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will make another announcement later in regard to open hours for tomorrow.

For animal emergencies, please call 911.

Many people in our area have at least HEARD about HES. Some people are still under the impression that we are simply the...
01/11/2025

Many people in our area have at least HEARD about HES. Some people are still under the impression that we are simply the "dog pound." (We'll get to that later!) But not a lot of our own Hamilton Co. citizens actually know all that we DO! Over the next few days, we will share our story about what HES is, who we are, and all that we strive to do for the animals AND the people of our community!
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Let's talk about ANIMAL CARE! Our animal care team is the largest department at the shelter. HES takes in THOUSANDS of homeless or unwanted animals each year and provides them with humane shelter, food, and care.

Animal Care employees are the ones getting their hands dirty in taking care of the daily needs of each individual animal - cleaning their living spaces, feeding them, and making sure their SPECIFIC needs are being met. It's more than just cleaning kennels, they get to know each animal on a unique and personal level, and provide care accordingly!

Animal Care associates arguably have some of the BEST knowledge of each animal at the shelter, therefore, they are instrumental in helping members of the public select a new pet for adoption that best fits their home and lifestyle. Along with volunteers, THESE are the folks who are helping you find your new furever friend!

It's their job to make sure each precious pet that spends any time at HES is happy, healthy, and cared fore while under our roof, - it's one of the many ways HES goes above and beyond for the animals, and treat them as if they were our own!

Thankful for the staff and volunteers who showed up at 5am this morning to make sure all the dogs were walked, animals w...
01/10/2025

Thankful for the staff and volunteers who showed up at 5am this morning to make sure all the dogs were walked, animals were fed, kennels were cleaned, and all dogs and cats were tucked in safe and warm before the snowstorm hit!

We are because of heroic folks like these! Stay tuned for some adorable snow pics from HES residents soon!

This beautiful boy is Jemaine. A little shy at first, this big pup will settle in and decompress in no time when in a ho...
01/10/2025

This beautiful boy is Jemaine. A little shy at first, this big pup will settle in and decompress in no time when in a home setting. He is very stressed at the shelter, and we are hoping to find him placement soon to help him finally be happy and comfortable, with someone to love him unconditionally the way he deserves!

Jemaine is 1-year-old and enjoys playing with other dogs, but would be best as the only dog in his household. He is needs a break from the shelter - be it a foster home, or better yet, an adopter, to alleviate his stress and let him finally be a care-free and in a loving home.

Interested? Come meet him when we reopen!

Just a reminder that HES and our thrift store will be CLOSED today (Jan. 10th) due to weather. We will make an announcem...
01/10/2025

Just a reminder that HES and our thrift store will be CLOSED today (Jan. 10th) due to weather. We will make an announcement regarding open hours for the rest of the weekend when we know more.

For animal emergencies, please call 911.

Stay safe and please bring your pets indoors!

HES stray intake 1/7 - 1/9THESE ANIMALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THIS TIMEIf any of these animals are yours, pl...
01/10/2025

HES stray intake 1/7 - 1/9
THESE ANIMALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THIS TIME

If any of these animals are yours, please contact HES at 423-624-5302 during operating hours, and come in to the shelter IN PERSON with proof of ownership.

If you have lost or found an animal, visit heschatt.org/lostandfound for resources.

**This is a courtesy post and does not include every animal under HES care. Please come to the facility to do a lost pet walk-through if you are missing an animal, and check back frequently if you have not found your pet.

Remember to keep updated contact info on your pets' microchips and tags, and make sure they are WEARING identification at ALL TIMES!

Leash up your dog and UNLEASH the fun at HES's first ever Fast & Furriest 5K! HES will be hosting a dog-friendly 5k race...
01/09/2025

Leash up your dog and UNLEASH the fun at HES's first ever Fast & Furriest 5K!

HES will be hosting a dog-friendly 5k race fundraiser event March 23rd at Greenway Farms! This event will include a 5K race, 1-mile fun run/walk, vendor village, and adoptable HES animals.

Run solo or bring Fido with you to run the race! Don't have a pup that likes to run? We will have adoptable HES dogs to "rent out" to take with you on the 1-mile trail!

Stay tuned for more info and announcements on when registration opens.

We are still looking for local businesses to sponsor the event. Interested? Visit heschatt.org/fastandfurriest

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Chattanooga, TN
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Adopt 🐾 Donate 🐾 Foster 🐾 Volunteer Learn more at www.heschatt.org

📺 HES was featured on Good Morning America today! Our video of dogs picking out their own Christmas presents went viral with 32 million (and counting) views on TikTok. Holiday warm fuzzies guaranteed: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8NWP3gM/ ♥️Staff and volunteers at HES go above and beyond all year to make sure our animals feel loved. We're their family during the holidays - and so are YOU! 🎅🎁How can you help? Consider a year-end gift to the shelter's Incredible Journey campaign, volunteer, adopt: https://www.heschatt.org/incrediblejourney #gma #goodmorningamerica #viralvideo #pets #animalshelter #animalrescue #mademesmile

Bumblebee
Bumblebee

Happy Caturday! This is Bumblebee. She's a sweet little 7-month-old tortoiseshell kitten. While her mom and 6 other siblings have been adopted, it's surprising that this sweet girl is still waiting! While she can be timid with new people and new environments, this little lady has a gentle heart and is ready to give you all her love. She also loves scritches and will make kitty biscuits the entire time she's being pet. Bumblebee would do best in a quiet home and may do well with other cats. Come in to meet this sweet little girl and give her a home just in time for the holidays!

Nylabones!
Nylabones!

Thank you Nylabone for donating new chew toys for our shelter dogs! They get so excited for their daily enrichment of toys and treats!

Christmas Cookies
Christmas Cookies

Our junior volunteers had a Christmas cookie decorating party for our shelter dogs! Watch as HES staff hand out their creative cookies to our appreciative pups ❤ These dog-safe "gingerbread" cookies are made with love, and each wagging tail and tapping toes show their thanks to our KIND KIDS for their love and generosity!

I want a pittomotomous for Christmas
I want a pittomotomous for Christmas

Oh I want a pittomotomous for Christmas....Only a pittomotomous will do! We have lots of precious and loving pitties looking for their forever homes! Come meet your match today!

Project: Dog House
Project: Dog House

HES's Project: Dog House provides dog shelter to our community's most vulnarable. This needs-based program helps owners who want to keep their pets, but need help providing adequate shelter for them when outdoors. Whether a family has fallen on financial hardtimes, or they just needed a helping hand for whatever reason, HES is committed to assisting our community and keeping families and pets together. Our animal protection officers are out in the field every day, checking in on families and their fur babies, and making sure that they are warm and cared for as temps are dropping by delivering straw-insulated dog houses to those in need. We are looking for more donations of dog houses (in new or gently used condition) for this community outreach program. If you or someone you know needs assistance in making sure their pets are safe and warm when outside, email us at [email protected]

Thankful Pets
Thankful Pets

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and it's got us all in a thankful mood. We are thankful for our community of supporters who help us accomplish such important work for the sake of the animals in our care. We are so grateful for each and every one of you! Here's what our shelter pets are thankful for this year. How about you???

Local 3 News Halloween Segment
Local 3 News Halloween Segment

Thank you Local 3 News for having us at your pet cosume show! We had a lot of fun getting to showcase some of our amazing pets up for adoption right now at the shelter! Visit heschatt.org/adopt to view all our available animals and come see us! In order of appearance: 🐈Mahogany: ADOPTED! 🐈Sycamore 🐈Elm 🐕Boo 🐕Nelly 🐕Hazel: ADOPTED! 🐕Buckley

Lycan is ready for Halloween! Are you??? 👻🐈🎃 Remember to keep your pets safe inside during the holiday festivities, and make sure they are WEARING identification at all times in case they accidentally get lost! With lots of trick-or-treaters, doors opening and closing, bonfires and outdoor acitivites, it'd be an easy mistake for your pets to get out, so be proactive and keep them safe! Happy Halloween!

The cutest pumpkins at the patch! Come pick your pumpkin to take home today 😋🍂 Adoptions are $31 for all adult dogs, cats, and kittens until the end of October!

AZ's 100th Day
AZ's 100th Day

Arizona, HES's longest resident, just celebrated her 7th birthday. She is officially a senior, and has officially spend 3 birthdays waiting for a forever home at the shelter. Here's a throw back video of her 1000th day at the shelter - posted 10 months ago. Arizona is an AMAZING girl who has come a long way from the dog she was nearly 4 years ago when she 1st arrived to HES. She still needs a special home, but after learning so much more about her, as well as lots of hard work and training from professionals, staff and volunteers, Arizona has far fewer restrictions on who she'll be able to finally go home with - but she hardly seems to have any interest from potential adopters! If you want to meet this beautiful girl, she's more than ready to meet you too! Read her bio on our website to learn more about this sweet girl who deserves a life outside of the shetler ❤️

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