Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh

06/21/2024

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Convergint Technologies - Pittsburgh 🌟

We are incredibly grateful to Convergint Technologies for partnering with HARP's Wildlife Rehabilitation Center for their annual Convergint Day on June 7th. This amazing team, along with their friends and family, dedicated an entire day to serve and support our community and local wildlife!

Their hard work included:

🐦 Building new perching for our raptors and raccoons
🐢 Freshening up our turtle enclosures
🏕️ Prepping our building for summer camps
🧹 Deep cleaning a variety of animal cages
🌳 Beautifying our campus by planting trees, weeding gardens, and grounds clean-up and so much more!

Convergint Technologies' dedication and efforts have made a significant impact, and we can't thank you enough for your support. Together, we're making a difference for our wildlife and community!

Volunteer at HARP ➡️ https://bit.ly/3jJiLaC

06/20/2024

National American Eagle Day: Protecting Our Eagles & All Wildlife from Lead Toxicity

How You Can Help:

◾ Prevent Lead Pollution: Lead toxicity in wildlife is primarily caused by discarded fishing tackle and spent ammunition. Dispose of these properly to avoid leaving harmful debris in nature.
◾ Use Non-Lead Alternatives: Switch to non-lead fishing weights and ammunition to reduce the risk of lead poisoning in eagles and other wildlife.
◾ Clean Up Outdoors: Regularly pick up litter, especially lead debris, to keep habitats safe.
◾ Spread Awareness: Educate others about lead toxicity and how they can help protect wildlife.
◾ Support Wildlife Rehabilitation: Donate to organizations like HARP’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Center that treat animals affected by lead toxicity. Treatment is costly and involves lengthy chelation therapy.

If you find a sluggish or immobile bird, contact HARP’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Helpline at 412-345-7300 ex. 500.

Celebrate National American Eagle Day with us by keeping our environment lead-free and safe for all wildlife!

Donate Now: bit.ly/3UIHte5

06/20/2024

Thank you Happy Plant Botanicals 🫶🏼

06/20/2024

06/19/2024

Meet Frog, our delightful 5-year-old mixed breed with a heart full of potential! This charming girl found her way to us as a stray, leaving some details about her past a mystery. However, what we do know is that Frog is sweet, curious, and ready to find her forever home.

Frog is a pro at checking in during walks, knows how to sit on command, and absolutely adores peanut butter. She does have a few medical issues, which we will discuss with you in detail to ensure she's the perfect fit for your family.

If you're looking for a loving companion with a playful spirit, Frog might just hop right into your heart! 🏳️‍🌈❤️

Frog ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xz7nIq

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
North Side - 1101 Western Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Kennel License #: 1121

06/18/2024

🌡️ Heat Wave Alert: Coming in Hot This Week, Yinzers! 🐾

Keep your pets cool during this week's heatwave and all summer long! Here are some essential tips for pet parents:

💧 Provide fresh, cool water
🚶‍♂️ Limit outdoor activities
🌳 Provide shade and shelter
🚗 Never leave pets in cars
🔍 Watch for signs of heat stroke
🐾 Protect their paws from hot pavement

Remember, If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for them!

Learn More ➡️: https://bit.ly/3z6YFSl

06/17/2024

😇 Makeover Monday featuring Kaia!

🛁 Kaia got a bath from The Dog Stop and is now fresh, clean, and ready to go home. Kaia is an energetic, sweet young pup, about a year and a half old, who loves playing fetch! With her boundless enthusiasm and loving nature, Kaia brings sunshine to any home. She needs a bit of guidance in manners so an adoptive home with working breed experience would be a perfect match.

🐶 Kaia enjoys playing with other dogs, so she might thrive in a home with a playmate. With patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement, Kaia will blossom into the well-behaved pup she's meant to be.

Kaia ➡️ https://bit.ly/3xNgk0I

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
East Side - 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Kennel License #: 1043

06/17/2024

🌟 Help Us Shine in the Best of PGH! 🌟

Pittsburgh City Paper's "Best of PGH" 2024 is here, and we need YOUR support! 🏆

🗓️ Nominate Us Now Until June 21:
🏅 Best Non-Profit
🏅 Best Place to Adopt a Pet

➡️ https://bit.ly/4croqef

Join us in celebrating our community and the incredible work we do together. Your nomination not only honors our mission but also helps more pets find their forever homes. 🐾💖

06/16/2024

🐾 Passionate About Animals? Join the HARP Team! 🐾

Are you dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals? HARP is hiring for multiple positions, and we want YOU to be a part of our mission!

Join our team and turn your passion for animals into a fulfilling career. Apply today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3NOXetu

06/15/2024

🌟 Happy Caturday! 🌟

🛣️ Follow the trail of breadcrumbs straight here to meet Gretel! This sweet girl is looking for a calm home where she can relax and enjoy her days. Gretel is a lovebug, but she can get overstimulated with too much attention, so a cat-savvy owner who can read her body language is a must.

😻 She has lived with another cat before, so she may be open to sharing her furever home with one, as long as they are introduced slowly. Gretel isn't a fan of young humans and will need to be adopted by an adult-only home.

❣️ Currently, Gretel is on a couple of medications following a dental procedure and has FLUTD, which we’ll be happy to discuss with potential adopters.

🏡 Bring Gretel home today and let her fill your life with love and purrs! 🐾❤️

➡️: https://bit.ly/3zaOR9J

06/14/2024

Say hello to Thelma, one of HARP’s Education Ambassadors! 🦔

Thelma is here to spread love, knowledge, and some fun facts about her species.

𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗺𝘀:
▪️ Age: Thelma is three years old and full of personality!
▪️Favorite Snacks: She loves munching on peaches and strawberries. 🍑🍓
▪️Unique Marsupial: Opossums are North America’s only marsupial, carrying their young in a pouch just like kangaroos.
▪️Tiny Beginnings: Baby opossums are the size of a jelly bean when born. Imagine something so tiny growing into such a wonderful creature!
▪️Mom's Little Hitchhikers: Baby opossums often hitch a ride on their mom’s back, piggybacking to explore their world!

Join us in supporting wildlife education and conservation. Every donation helps us continue our mission to protect and care for wonderful animals like Thelma.

➡️: https://bit.ly/3UIHte5

06/14/2024

HARP Wildlife Center is closed to young raccoon intakes due to capacity. Please contact the PA Game Commission Southwest Regional Dispatch at (724) 238-9523.

Questions? Feel free to call us a call at 412-345-7300 x. 500 and we'll provide as much help and resources as possible!

06/13/2024

🤩 Come and Get Your Love! Meet Cornichon, the delightfully fluffy 2-year-old pup! This canine connoisseur of cuddles and capers is here to add some zest to your life. Cornichon is the perfect pickle to add to your family with his fluffy fur and wagging tail.

🐶 Cornichon loves treats, takes them gently, knows how to sit, and adores playing with toys and bouncing around. He wants to be the only big dill in your life, so a home with no other animals and experience with large breeds is a must.

So, don't be in a pickle – choose Cornichon and let the good times brine!

➡️ : https://bit.ly/49XGL0Q

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
East Side - 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Kennel License #: 1043

06/11/2024

Thank You, Carnegie Mellon University Advancement Division!

We are incredibly grateful to the CMU University Advancement Division for spending a Day of Service with us at the end of May. Their hard work in weeding and preparing our outdoor enclosure for the summer is deeply appreciated.

As a special thank you, they got to meet Clover, one of our beloved education ambassadors. Clover provided an up-close and personal introduction to the fascinating world of striped skunks. Thank you for your dedication and support!

Volunteer at HARP: https://bit.ly/3jJiLaC

06/10/2024

Makeover Monday Featuring Rusty!

Rusty had a delightful spa day at The Dog Stop and is now eagerly searching for his forever home. This charming 2-year-old is ideally suited for a family familiar with herding breeds.

Rusty is well-mannered, knowing how to sit and accepting treats with the utmost grace. He loves to lean in for pets and will reward you with a quick kiss before resuming his important herding duties. Come meet Rusty at HARP East Side and see if he's the perfect addition to your family!

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
East Side - 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Kennel License #: 1043

06/10/2024

Thank you, Carlos!

Carlos is purrrr-fectly representing what it means to be a global citizen 🐈🐕 For , Carlos donated cat and dog food and treats to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh 🐾

06/09/2024

Getting ready for summer cleaning? Don't forget about us! Donate your gently used blankets and towels at any of our three shelter locations—East Side, North Side, or the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center—to help us provide animals with the care they need and the love they deserve. Every donation makes a difference!

Gifts of Supplies ➡️ https://bit.ly/47y52Kf

06/08/2024

🤩 Introducing your new buddy, Buddy! This gentle boy came to us from a home where he missed out on walks, so he's been on a journey to shed some weight and embrace the great outdoors! While he's been learning to walk on a leash, he still finds stairs challenging and is managing Osteoarthritis with medication.

❣️Buddy is incredibly affectionate and truly deserves the best! However, he can be overwhelmed by the energy of young children. As a herding breed, Buddy may exhibit typical herding behaviors and would thrive in a home without small children.

Buddy is currently in a foster home. Email [email protected] to meet Buddy ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bPFNFN

😇 HARP and Animal Friends encourage you to ! Find your new best friend right here in our community.

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
North Side- 1101 Western Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Kennel License #: 1121

06/07/2024

Thank you Christie and Associates for supporting our mission here at HARP!

Christie and Associates is introducing FIGO pet insurance. When you fill out the form to learn more about pet insurance we are donating $10 to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh.

Visit https://christie-associates.com/learn-about-pet-insurance/ to learn more now.

Be prepared when the unexpected happens, pet insurance coverage can assist with saving the life of your pet.

Help us help HARP carry out their mission of caring for animals and inspiring communities. Donations from the pet insurance program from last from 5/29/2024-6/30/2024. Full disclaimer and more info can be found in the link listed above.

06/06/2024

UPDATE: HARP Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is pleased to announce that we have resumed admissions for the following species; raccoons, skunks, coyotes, foxes, weasels, and mink. Thank you for your understanding and support during the temporary pause. We look forward to continuing our mission of caring for wildlife in need.

Please notice, HARP Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is currently closed to all raccoon intakes at this time due to capacity. Please contact the PA Game Commission Southwest Regional Dispatch at 724-238-9523 Our Wildlife Rehabilitation Center provides expert care to sick, injured, and orphaned wild an...

06/06/2024

Meet Gander, a lovable 5-year-old dog ready for his forever home! Gander is house-trained and has made a few doggie friends during his stay at HARP. If you have pups at home, we'll schedule a meet and greet! He enjoys having fun in the sun and splashing around in the water. He knows how to sit and takes treats gently.

Rescued as a stray, his past is a bit of a mystery, but he’s ready to start a new adventure with a loving family. Come meet Gander at our East End location!

Gander: https://bit.ly/3x9rNaT

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
East Side - 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Kennel License #: 1043

06/06/2024

While the Pittsburgh Penguins are not in contention for the Stanley Cup this playoff season, they are represented in a new competition – the first-ever Stanley Pup.

06/04/2024

UPDATE: Adoption services at the East Side will return to normal business hours (12pm-6pm) on Wednesday, June 5th. Admission services at the East Side are closed until further notice.

The East Side Shelter is temporarily closed to dog admission and dog adoption services due to a parvovirus (parvo) case. This precautionary measure is to prevent the spread of this highly contagious virus. Other species admission and adoption services as well as the veterinary medical center remain open at the East Side Shelter. This closure does not affect the North Side Shelter. Learn More:

Find Your Perfect Companion Adopt a pet and experience unconditional love and lifetime friendship. You’ll find pets of all types and personalities awaiting adoption! Please note that our Pet Directory takes time to update throughout the day, please understand that the pet you are interesting in ma...

06/03/2024

🐾 Thank You 84 Lumber Company!

We are thrilled to wrap up our amazing partnership with 84 Lumber during the month of May. Thanks to their generosity, HARP offered veterans and active duty military personnel a 50% discount on adoption fees for all adult animals. This incredible opportunity has helped many of our furry friends find their forever homes! 🏡❤️

But that’s not all – last week, 84 Lumber went above and beyond by having their dedicated staff members support us during our monthly Ellie's Pet Pantry food pickup. Their hard work and compassion made a significant difference in the lives of our pets and community members. 🙌

From all of us at HARP, thank you, 84 Lumber, for your unwavering support and dedication to our mission.

06/03/2024

HARP Wildlife Rehabilitation Center has temporarily paused new admissions of certain species (raccoons, skunks, coyotes, foxes, weasels, mink) due to recent distemper cases. This precaution is crucial to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff. We are actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support during this time.

For more information on precautionary measures to take, visit here:

Please notice, HARP Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is currently closed to all raccoon intakes at this time due to capacity. Please contact the PA Game Commission Southwest Regional Dispatch at 724-238-9523 Our Wildlife Rehabilitation Center provides expert care to sick, injured, and orphaned wild an...

06/02/2024

Join Our Junior Advisory Council and Make a Difference!
Are you a young professional eager to give back and make a meaningful impact in your community? Apply to join our Junior Advisory Council (JAC) today: https://bit.ly/3Qa3Ci5

The Junior Advisory Council at HARP is a vibrant group of young leaders dedicated to enhancing the lives of companion animals and native wildlife. Our mission is to raise awareness of HARP through engaging in community events while building valuable networks.

Become a part of this dynamic team and help us make a difference!

06/01/2024

Introducing Lexi! 🐾

This adorable sweetheart found her way to us when her previous owner couldn't care for her anymore. Lexi's had some experience living with another feline friend, but she might thrive best as the sole queen of her castle in a tranquil environment. Though she may be a bit reserved initially, Lexi's heart is full of warmth, and once she gets comfortable, she loves to chirp and greet you with a gentle hello.

Lexi does have a couple medical conditions that we'd be happy to discuss with any potential adopter. If you're ready to open your heart and home to this charming senior lady, then come meet Lexi at HARP East Side! 💖

Lexi: https://bit.ly/4e5lJkw

05/31/2024

🤩 Meet Nimbus: Your Whimsical New Best Friend!

👋 Introducing Nimbus, a 5-year-old female dog with a name as whimsical as her personality! Nimbus is not just a dog; she's a ball of happiness floating into your heart. She's seeking a forever home where she can bring her cloud of happiness to brighten every day.

🌊 Nimbus loves swimming in water, playing with her stuffies, and spreading joy wherever she goes. Although she has some medical issues that will need to be discussed, she never lets them slow her down!

💔 If you're ready to add a touch of whimsy to your life, Nimbus is the perfect companion for you. Come meet her and let the sunshine of her joyful spirit fill your home with laughter and love.

Nimbus: https://bit.ly/3V5T8Tj

Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh
East Side - 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Kennel License #: 1043

04/14/2023