Humane Society of the Flint Hills

12/19/2024

12/19/2024

12/19/2024

12/19/2024

🎉 A huge thank you to Northeast Kansas Animal Welfare Foundation for their generous grant that was able to get our Emporia location new microchip scanners for our Animal Control Officers! This equipment will help us keep our community's pets safe and ensure they are quickly reunited with their families if they get lost. 🐾💙

Microchipping your pet is one of the simplest and most effective ways to ensure your pet is returned to you if they ever wander off. 🐕🐈 If you remember, just earlier this year we were able to reunite a dog that had wandered over 350 miles from her home! Here are just a few benefits of microchipping your pet:
Permanent ID: Unlike tags, microchips don’t fall off or get lost.
Fast recovery: Animal shelters and vets can scan your pet for identification, speeding up reunification.
Peace of mind: Knowing your pet can be identified and returned safely, no matter where they are.

In case you didn't know: we offer microchipping for only $10! Just give us a call to schedule ahead of time! 🐾❤️

12/17/2024

SO grateful for all the wonderful folks helping to make this event happen! We hope to see you there 💜

11/23/2024

Cold Weather Safety for Pets and Livestock

You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets'

11/23/2024

Protect your pets this winter!

Follow these tips to keep animals safe and comfortable in the cold

11/22/2024

Need more information about outdoor shelters for community cats? The right choice of bedding can make the difference between a cold cat and a cozy one!

Pick up some straw at our giveaway event this Saturday from 12-3pm (while supplies last!), Tractor Supply parking lot.

11/21/2024

Stop by the Tractor Supply parking lot on Saturday from 12-3pm (or until supplies last. No early birds, please!) to grab some straw for paws!

Remember, HAY is for HORSES, STRAW is for STRAYS!

See more info on the event page!

10/22/2024

Would you know how to help your pets in an emergency? ❤️🐶

Today is , a reminder that knowing how to save a life—especially our furry friends—can make all the difference. While having to administer CPR to your pet can be terrifying, being prepared can help you act calmly and confidently in an emergency.

Stay Calm:
1️⃣ Breathe: Take a few deep breaths to steady yourself. Focus on the feeling of the air filling your lungs.
2️⃣ Delegate: If there are bystanders, assign them tasks like finding the nearest emergency vet.
3️⃣ Focus: Keep your mind clear. Concentrate on the steps ahead and stay in the moment.

When to Start CPR:
🐾 Your pet isn’t responding
🐾 Your pet isn’t breathing
🐾 You can’t feel a heartbeat or pulse

How to Perform CPR:
Compressions:
❤️ Position your pet on their side.
❤️ Deliver 120 compressions per minute (2 per second).
❤️ For every 30 compressions, give 2 breaths.

Breaths:
❤️ Close your pet’s mouth and seal it with your fingers.
❤️ Cover their nose and give 2 breaths—enough to make their chest rise.
❤️ Check for a heartbeat after 2 minutes. If there’s no pulse, continue.

When to Stop CPR:
🐾 Your pet starts breathing and responding
🐾 You reach the vet clinic and they take over
🐾 You can’t continue physically
🐾 Your pet starts breathing but is still unconscious

Recovery Position:
Place your pet’s head to the side, slightly tilting down (unless there’s head trauma).

Compression Techniques:
🐶 Medium to Large Dogs: Compress one third of the chest depth.
🐱 Small Dogs/Cats: Use your thumb and fingers for compression, or compress directly over the heart.

Stay prepared and know that you can make a difference in your pet's life! ❤️

10/07/2024

ONE WEEK UNTIL THE BLACK CAT BALL!

We can't wait to welcome you to a night of spooky delights!

🖤three course dinner catered by
🖤custom cocktails and mocktails
🖤costume contest with cash prizes
🖤spooky escape room by Grave Decisions Escapes
🖤music, photo booth, and dance contest by
🖤tarot card and oracle readings
🖤silent auction with tons of items (more items are added daily!)
🖤sweepstakes with the chance to win $100 cash
🖤SO MUCH MORE!

Tickets available at https://go.rallyup.com/blackcatball/

10/07/2024

10/07/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Since you've been asking, we're excited to announce that we are now accepting volunteers! 🙌✨ Whether you're looking to give back to the community or gain some valuable experience, we’d love to have you join us!

To sign up, go to prairiepaws.org/volunteerfoster and click "Apply to be a Volunteer"!

Come learn more about our mission, meet the team, and find out how you can get involved. We can’t wait to see you there!

08/31/2024

We want to extend a huge "THANK YOU" to Shawn at IM Design Group. He took our van and made it look great !!! THANK YOU sooo much for your time and magic !!!!

08/24/2024

Do you have an animal need? Do you need help with something animal related? Please contact us!

Now that the Emporia Animal Shelter is under new management by Prairie Paws, we are now able to expand out to the Flint Hills and the surrounding counties!

Phone: (620) 342-4477
E-Mail: [email protected]

08/24/2024

NOW at theEmporia Farmers Market
🐶🐱🐶🐱🐶🐱🐶🐱

We have FREE bags of kitten, cat food and canned dog food !!