Humane Society of Cherokee County

11/22/2024

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09/25/2024

Adopted. No Longer Available.
Name: RUSSELL
Kennel ID: 1
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: October 2, 2024
Breed: Terrier x
Appearance: Yellow with some scruffy spots around his muzzle.
Gender: Male
Estimated Age: 4yrs
Estimated Weight: 18lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Russell is your typical cute little terrier. He is bold, inquisitive, and ready to enjoy life. This guy is athletic and loves a good daily run around the yard. He would probably do best with an active family without small children.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. He can be a bit nervous around larger dogs.
Cats: Non-reactive. We recommend using caution until he shows that he can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks pretty good on a leash.
Additional Information: Owner surrender. Too much going on in their lives to keep him.

09/19/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: JAZZ
Kennel ID: 45
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 26, 2024
Breed: Texas Heeler x
Appearance: Merle
Gender: Female
Estimated Age: 3-4yrs
Estimated Weight: 39lbs
Health: No obvious issues besides arriving with some hair loss all over. She had some flea-bite allergy as well, so we have started her on treatment.
Bio: The best dog that I ever knew was a Texas Heeler. They are very intelligent and faithful companions. This girl has a sweet personality, even when unsure of herself. They don't come much cuter than this little compact fluffy butt!
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive. We recommend using caution until she shows that she can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks well on a leash.
Additional Information: Owner surrender. They can no longer afford to keep her.

09/12/2024

Adopted. No Longer Available.
Name: SALEM
Kennel ID: DG 34
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 19, 2024
Breed: Terrier x
Appearance: Black/white
Gender: Female
Estimated Age: 1yr
Estimated Weight: 41lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Salem is stunning! We love her wrinkles and shiny coat. She has a forward friendly and playful personality. Her favorite thing in the world is meeting new friends, especially humans. She did well with our tester, but her main focus was getting love from staff.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive. We recommend using caution until she shows that she can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks pretty good on a leash. Sometimes she needs some encouragement or sense of direction.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/12/2024

Adopted. No Longer Available.
Name: FUEGO
Kennel ID: AF 9
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 19, 2024
Breed: Terrier x
Appearance: Brindle
Gender: Neutered Male
Estimated Age: 5mths
Estimated Weight: 38lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Fuego just can't catch a break! He has been at the shelter since he was a small puppy and has been passed over on the adoption floor 1000's of times. We just can't understand why! He is as sweet as can be and everyone loves him. He gets lots of promises of adoption but nobody follows through or comes back for him. This guy has a forward friendly and happy personality. He would love to find a home where he can run and play to his heart's content.
Other Dogs: Loves playing with others.
Cats: Non-reactive. Fuego has puppy energy, so he will need help learning proper cat etiquette.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Doing well with learning how to walk on a leash.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/12/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: GIBLET
Kennel ID: DG 36
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 19, 2024
Breed: Boxer x
Appearance: Fawn/white.
Gender: Male
Estimated Age: 2yrs. Due to his size we thought Giblet was a puppy, but his teeth say he is older.
Estimated Weight: 33lbs.
Health: No obvious issues besides arriving thin, with a belly full of worms, and needing a nail trim.
Bio: Giblet is a little guy with a submissive personality. He is as cute as they come! The perfect size for traveling, or a small home. He doesn't seem to know about love and affection yet. We would love to find him a home where he can be shown how great life is supposed to be.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive. We suggest using caution until he shows that he can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks well on a leash.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/12/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: TATE
Kennel ID: DG 24
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 19, 2024
Breed: Boxer x
Appearance: White with a few tan ear spots.
Gender: Male
Estimated Age: 5mths
Estimated Weight: 34lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Forward friendly and playful puppy.
Other Dogs: Loves other dogs.
Cats: He has a good bit of energy. He will need help learning proper cat etiquette.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Doing well with learning to walk on a leash.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/12/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: PECAN
Kennel ID: P5
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 19, 2024
Breed: Retriever x
Appearance: Black
Gender: Spayed Female
Estimated Age: 4mths
Estimated Weight: 29.6lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Pecan loves people! In fact it was pretty hard to get a photo of her because she is so sweet and loving. Trying to photograph her was just wasting good snuggling and hugging time. This cute girl would love to find a home where she can be someone's best pup.
Other Dogs: Playful. Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Not much experience yet.
Additional Information: Owner surrender.

09/05/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: GRIZZLY
Kennel ID: 2
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: September 11, 2024
Breed: Lab
Appearance: Chocolate
Gender: Neutered Male
Estimated Age: 5-6yrs.
Estimated Weight: 90lbs
Health: No obvious issues. Heartworm and F***l negative.
Bio: Rockstar alert!! Honestly there are not enough good things to say about this guy. He has the best personality and just comes right in and takes over, wowing everybody. This guy never meets a stranger and loves showing off his commands. He is the master of sit and howdy.
Other Dogs: Tests well with others.
Cats: Non-reactive. We recommend using caution until he shows that he can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks well on a leash.
Additional Information: Owner surrender.

09/05/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: BAILEY
Kennel ID: 40
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: September 12, 2024
Breed: Hound x
Appearance: Tri. Rear dewclaws.
Gender: Female
Estimated Age: 4mths
Estimated Weight: 38lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Sweet and submissive puppy.
Other Dogs: Due to disease prevention, we haven't been able to let her interact with others. We think that she could benefit from being around another dog to follow and learn from.
Cats: Non-reactive. She is the perfect age to learn proper cat etiquette.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: No experience yet.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/05/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: MERLE LYNN
Kennel ID: 23
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: September 12, 2024
Breed: Catahoula x
Appearance: Black Merle
Gender: Spayed Female
Estimated Age: 1yr.
Estimated Weight: 61lbs
Health: No obvious issues. Heartworm and F***l negative.
Bio: Merle Lynn is an exotic looking pup with a friendly and outgoing personality to match. She loves interacting with people and other dogs.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Good leash experience and enjoys exploring and going for walks.
Additional Information: Shelter hold has now ended.

09/05/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: BELLA
Kennel ID: 22
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: September 12, 2024
Breed: Terrier x
Appearance: Brindle/white
Gender: Female
Estimated Age: 1yr
Estimated Weight: 40lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Bella is the perfect size for a small home or apartment. We adore her sweet personality. She is loving and forward friendly with everyone she meets.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs. Video available by request.
Cats: Non-reactive.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks well on a leash.
Additional Information: Shelter stray hold has ended.

09/05/2024

Safe. No Longer Available.
Name: HARLEY
Kennel ID: DG 4
GAFFNEY, SC.
Extended Hold Ends: September 12, 2024
Breed: Retriever x
Appearance: Blue Brindle
Gender: Spayed Female
Estimated Age: 12wks
Estimated Weight: 18lbs
Health: No obvious issues besides having a scab on her ear.
Bio: Sweet and well socialized puppy.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs.
Cats: She has a lot of puppy energy, but she is the perfect age to learn how to live with a cat.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: No experience yet.
Additional Information: Owner couldn't afford to keep her anymore.

08/30/2024

Adopted. No Longer Available.
Name: CINNAMON
Kennel ID: 16
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 6, 2024
Breed: Terrier/Dachshund
Appearance: Red
Gender: Female
Estimated Age: 11mths
Estimated Weight: 18lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Sweet and playful girl. She just bounces around meeting new friends with a happy little smile. We believe this adorable girl will make someone a nice little companion.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs.
Cats: Non-reactive. We recommend using caution until they show that they can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: No experience yet.
Additional Information: Stray hold has ended. Before coming to the shelter, she was living in a wooded area, where it took her finder a few weeks to gain her trust enough to coax her out. Look at that smile! This girl is pretty happy to have found some kind words and good food.

08/30/2024

Rescued. No Longer Available.
Name: DALE
Kennel ID: AC 5
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 6, 2024
Breed: Catahoula x
Appearance: Merle/white
Gender: Neutered Male
Estimated Age: 4mths
Estimated Weight: 30lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Chip and Dale are absolutely beautiful and just as sweet. They aren't used to being picked up and handled but they are confident when out of the kennel and running around playing.
Other Dogs: Due to disease prevention, we haven't had them interacting with others, but they would love to have play friends.
Cats: Non-reactive. They are young, so it's time to teach them and use caution until they show that they can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: No experience yet.
Additional Information: Owner surrender.

08/30/2024

Rescued. No Longer Available.
Name: CHIP
Kennel ID: AC 6
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 6, 2024
Breed: Catahoula x
Appearance: Merle
Gender: Neutered Male
Estimated Age: 4mths
Estimated Weight: 28lbs
Health: No obvious issues.
Bio: Chip and Dale are absolutely beautiful and just as sweet. They aren't used to being picked up and handled but they are confident when out of the kennel and running around playing.
Other Dogs: Due to disease prevention, we haven't had them interacting with others, but they would love to have play friends.
Cats: Non-reactive. They are young, so it's time to teach them and use caution until they show that they can be trusted.
Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: No experience yet.
Additional Information: Owner surrender.

08/30/2024

Rescued. No Longer Available.
Name: JAKE
Kennel ID: OS CT 7
GAFFNEY, SC.
Hold Ends: September 6, 2024
Breed: Lab x
Appearance: Tan/white
Gender: Male
Estimated Age: DOB 4/3/24. Right at 5mths.
Estimated Weight: 22lbs
Health: No obvious issues. This guy arrived with vet records showing three Dapps, and Bordetella.
Bio: Jake is the sweetest puppy. He is well socialized and used to living inside. His owner is 90yrs old and said when he got Jake he was promised that he would stay small. Jake is now too big for him to handle.
Other Dogs: Tests well with other dogs.

Cats: Non-reactive. He is young and at the right age to teach him how to live with cats.

Children: We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times. Sometimes our dogs/puppies are pretty active and might be too big for really small children and sometimes the children can be too rough around them.
Leash: Walks pretty well on a leash.
Additional Information: Owner surrender.