Herkimer County Humane Society

09/17/2025

📣 Kicking off Mohawk Valley Gives with a loyal family and organization who we are thrilled to have the support of. 💙🧡

Heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made the 5th Annual Richie Walk a success!
Today we accepted over $2,000 in proceeds, generously donated by Richie's loved ones, friends, and community supporters. This annual event honors the memory of Richie Brewer, a 2018 CVA graduate whose life was tragically cut short at 19.

Richie's legacy lives on through the scholarship fund established in his name at HCHS, which will continue to support a CVA graduate each year. We're proud to carry on this tradition, thanks to Richie's family, who chose us as their beneficiary due to Richie's love for animals, especially his beloved beagle, Gunner.

As Richie's mother, Amanda, so beautifully puts it, "He was a shining light in the lives of everyone he touched - a wonderful brother, boyfriend, grandson, uncle, nephew, friend, and son." We're honored to keep Richie's spirit alive through our mission to care for the homeless animals of Herkimer County and beyond.

A huge thank you to Richie's family, friends, volunteers, and participants who make this event possible. Your support means the world to us and to the animals we serve.

09/16/2025

Thank you Valley Cinemas for choosing us as your charity!

FROM NOW UNTIL SEPTEMBER 19TH, COME IN AND CHECK OUT WHAT THE HERKIMER COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY HAS FOR YOUR FURRY FRIEND!!!! EVERY DOLLAR RAISED GETS MATCHED THROUGH STAFFWORKS' SAVE A LIFE CAMPAIGN!!!! DONATIONS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED!!!!

09/15/2025

They’ve come forward.
***UPDATE***
This pup was being given away on Facebook.
We need that person to contact us.

🚨🚨🚨MOHAWK🚨🚨🚨
Found at 10am on Marshall Ave. Who isn’t missing this cutie. 🥰
***Current rabies certificate and town license required per NYS Ag & Market Law.

09/15/2025

🚨🚨🚨MOHAWK🚨🚨🚨
Please retrieve your critter who is enjoying a leisurely stroll on the bike path in the area between our shelter and Washington St.

09/15/2025

3 tears ago today Legend was found on the side of the road, abandoned in his crate near death.

He is now the apple of his mom’s eye and living his absolute best life!

Please remember all the beautiful lives saved on September 19th for a donation to our charity for Mohawk Valley Gives.

Every dollar directly contributes to all who need saving, like Legend and the roughly 1,000 pets a year who come into our facility.

We are all counting on you!

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09/14/2025

🐾❤️Meet Jet ❤️🐾 Jet came to us after her owner had sadly passed away. She is a four year old German Shepherd/ Border Collie mix. Jet currently lives in a foster with other dogs and cats! She has been exposed to farm animals as well. Jet loves to go for rides and will politely wait for you to share chicken nuggets with her! Come meet Jet, you will be glad you did! ❤️

09/14/2025

Sharing something fun to do tomorrow that supports our friends at Dolgeville Forward CAT Project Trap/Neuter/Return.
A completely volunteer organization that is doing good things for the kitties. 😻

09/13/2025

Zeus is a 10-year-old gentle soul looking for a loving family to call his own. Due to his previous owners' unfortunate circumstances of being homeless, Zeus is available for adoption.

As a senior pet, Zeus brings many perks to the table. He's already housebroken, so you won't have to worry about accidents in the house. He's also well-behaved on a leash, pulling you straight to the parking lot and to any car - he's eager to go home!

Zeus has already proven himself to be a great companion to his feline friend, and we're sure he'll fit right in with your family.

*Perks of adopting a senior pet like Zeus:*

- Already housebroken, so no accidents to worry about
- Well-behaved on a leash, making walks a breeze
- Loyal and loving companion
- Less energy than a younger dog, so you can enjoy relaxed walks and cuddles
- A second chance at a happy life for a deserving senior pet

If you're looking for a gentle and loving companion to join your family, Zeus is the perfect fit. He's ready to bring joy and love into your life - will you give him a forever home?🙏

09/13/2025

A little walk and and a little love is all I need.🥹
Smiling Tia is only 1 year old and already homeless arriving as an unclaimed stray. 😢
She seems ok with cats and we would require a meet and greet with your dog.
Open at noon Saturday and Sunday to meet Tia and all our residents who are patiently waiting for homes. ❣️

09/13/2025

A dogs world is only as big as humans make it…and right now that world for Nova is cramped, living her life confined in a kennel. 🥺

Nova is soon coming up on 2 months of her life wasted here, hoping every day to be noticed.

Sweet and petite Nova came to us after her owner was reported for neglect, leaving Nova crated to spend her days barking for attention.
Nova’s owner willingly gave her up and we are happy to send her on her way where she will be loved and appreciated. 😊

Nova is between 1-2 years old, 36lbs; people friendly; good with cats but may want to play with them; playful with other dogs and knows how to sit. 🤗

09/12/2025

If you’re lucky, you'll get to spend your days brushing fur off the couch, filling bowls and stepping over toys.
All small reminders of love that never asks for much. 🐾

Zane came in as stray with his companion who has been adopted. 🥹
Zane is a happy male pit mix, a young man at 1-2 years old and weighs 60lbs.
We believe he can live with kitties and we would require a meet and greet with your dog.

It’s Zane’s turn, he’s waiting.🙏

09/12/2025

🐶🐾😻FUNDRAISER 😻🐾🐶

📣📣📣TOMORROW📣📣📣

Please join The HCHS and Valley Cinemas for a free screening of " All Dogs go to Heaven" on Saturday September 13th.
Doors open at 10:30AM- screening at 11:30AM.

💰Donations are appreciated! 💰
Every dollar donated stays local and helps our dog and cat friends waiting for their furever home!

Please share!