Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/4dnXHEX The Venango County Humane Society was incorporated as a private, non-profit organization in 1956. Main St. C. J. Samuel G. D. F.
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The mission of the Venango County Humane Society is to prevent cruelty to animals and to promote public animal care education and awareness. Venango County Humane Society
286 S. Seneca, PA 16346
President, Board of Directors : Mark Goodman
Shelter Manager: Dan Prichard
History
The earliest record of a humane society organization in Venango County dates to 1901. What were termed "
concerned matrons" led by Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Allen complained of the cruelty they witnessed to draft and carriage horses. In March 1901 the Venango Humane Society was formed. The society apparently existed for several years and then faded away. The precise reasons are lost to history. The Modern Venango County Humane Society traces its beginnings to 1954 when 18 animal lovers gathered to discuss the problem of strays, unwanted animals and animal cruelty. In June of 1956 the Venango County Humane Society was incorporated with the stated purpose of the corporation to:
"Provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals; to provide proper care for stray and injured animals; to enforce all laws designed for the protection of animals; to secure in lawful manner the arrest, conviction and punishment of persons violating such laws; and through the dissemination of literature and other educational means, to instruct and induce people to be kind, considerate and merciful in their treatment of animals." The original incorporators were H. Brown, Jr., Ruth M oliver, Mary M Bouquin, Helen James and Adelaide e. Fike, all of Oil City. The first board of directors following incorporation was composed of Helen C. James, John E. Cunningham, Elvira M. Falco, Mary M Bouquin, Donald L. Marsh, W. Sharpnack, Lorraine Hoover, Mrs. A. H. Hoover, H. Brown, Jr., John R. Rynd, Jr., D. Schultz, Betty Rennacker, Adelaide E. Fike, Helen Gahr, William Stahlman and Mrs. William Stahlman. The first shelter was established on property owned by board members Mr. and Mrs. William Stahlman along Horsecreek Road, Cranberry Township, which was also listed as the initial registered office in the papers of incorporation. Animals were housed in makeshift crates, which have been described as ramshackle, but the animals were safe and well fed. The dream, though, was to have a proper shelter. Under the leadership of then president Gerald Swartzfager the dream moved toward reality in 1970. With the proceeds from countless bake and rummage sales, raffles and the initiation of a capital fund drive, the Venango County Humane Society in 1970 purchased two acres of land along Deep Hollow Road. The property was purchased from Quaker State Corporation at a cost of $4,000. In September of that year, the society with money coming in from the capital fund drive took out a $45,000 loan and began construction of a modern shelter. Construction of the new, then state-of-the-art shelter was completed in late 1971. Throughout the 1970's and 1980's, the number of animals that would find their way to the shelter steadily increased. It was not too many years before the new shelter was often full, and the facilities were becoming outdated. A generous bequest by Adelaide Fike, and original incorporator allowed the society to begin planning in 1992 for a major expansion and renovation, which was undertaken in 1993. The shelter office was enlarged, and a new cat room, tech room and enclosed areas where potential adopters could become acquainted with the animals were added. The shelter now has 28 dog pens and four puppy pens - the nurseries - all with outside runs, and 20 condo-style cat cages and a cat nursery area. Throughout its history, the Venango County Humane Society has done much more than just operate an animal shelter. We have developed several programs of which we are very proud. First and most important is the Spay/Neuter program. Knowing that pet population control is the key to controlling the problem of unwanted and stray animals, the Humane Society created a spay and neuter program in 1984. The program provided financial assistance for the spay or neutering of any dog or cat adopted from the shelter. The Venango County Humane Society was a national leader in this movement. In the early 1990's, the spay and neuter fund began to cover the entire cost of spaying or neutering adopted animals. The total cost of this program is funded by a bi-weekly Bingo. Every person who adopts an un-altered animal from our shelter receives a free spay/neuter certificate.
BINGO! Saturday August 31 @ Lee Bessler Hall! We have over $2200 in mystery numbers up for grabs. B-$600, I- $200, N-$1000, G-$350,, O-$75. Doors open at 5 PM -Bingo begins at 7 PM. As always, ALL proceeds benefit the Venango County Humane Society!
So many wonderful animals looking for loving homes!
UPDATE: She just came back!! 😻
This kitty slipped out of the house this morning around 7:15am in the area of Little Egypt Road. Please let us know if you see her!
Her name is Princess Daisy but she doesn’t know it. She may be tempted by food. She is being fostered with her half grown kittens and we would love to get her back. Thank you!
Surely someone out there has a heart for senior cats! Trixie is about 19 years old and is still a very curious cat with a lot of personality! Her best friend Shadow is about 8 years old and very content just lay around!
*FOUND STRAY* Basher Road Cranberry
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
BINGO! Saturday August 24 @ Lee Bessler Hall! We have over $2400 in mystery numbers up for grabs. B-$550, I- $150, N-$950, G-$300, O-$500. Doors open at 5 PM -Bingo begins at 7 PM. As always, ALL proceeds benefit the Venango County Humane Society!
*RETURNED TO OWNER*
FOUND STRAY* route 417 Cherrytree
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
**Appointments for 9/2 are filled**
Snickers would like to announce that we have some open appointments for our public cat spay/neuter clinic on 9/2 and 9/16! Be sure to register at the link below or stop in to schedule an appointment for one of those days. Please be aware that 9/2 is Labor Day and the shelter will not be open to the public in the afternoon, but you are still able to book spay/neuter appointments for that day as we will have people here for AM drop off and PM pickup.
Our public cat spay/neuter clinics are changing to better serve our community! As always, our base package for $100 includes:
-Cat spay/neuter (no additional charge for pregnant cats)
-Physical examination by our veterinarian
-Full course of pain medication
-Nail trim
-Rabies vaccine
-Tattoo indicating spayed/neutered
At surgery drop-off, we will now offer the option to purchase other services:
*FVRCP intranasal vaccine (1-year vaccine unless cat is less than 16 weeks old, which requires a booster)——$20
*FIV/FeLV test: $40
*Topical flea/tick/dewormer/ear mite treatment (applied on surgery day): $25
*Oral dewormer (2 doses, first dose given on surgery day, second dose sent home): $15
*Microchip (includes registration of chip): $15
*Hernia repair or cryptorchid neuter: $50
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The base package must be pre-paid and scheduled on-line using the link below (or can call the shelter at 814-677-4040 if necessary). Additional services must be paid for at patient pick-up.
https://www.supersaas.com/schedule/Venango_Co_Humane_Society/CATS
BINGO! Saturday August 17 @ Lee Bessler Hall! We have over $3000 in mystery numbers up for grabs. B-$500, I- $1000, N-$900, G-$225, O-$450!!! Doors open at 5 PM -Bingo begins at 7 PM. As always, ALL proceeds benefit the Venango County Humane Society!! Let’s have a great crowd!!!
Happy Friday! Nelly is enjoying the day lounging. 🐾
Friendly reminder about our cat clinic we have on Tuesdays. We have openings in September and limited spots open on Labor Day.
Our public cat spay/neuter clinics are changing to better serve our community! As always, our base package for $100 includes:
Cat spay/neuter (no additional charge for pregnant cats) Physical examination by our veterinarian
Full course of pain medication
Nail trim
Rabies vaccine
Tattoo indicating spayed/neutered
At surgery drop-off, we will now offer the option to purchase other services:
*FVRCP intranasal vaccine (1-year vaccine unless cat is less than 16 weeks old, which requires a booster)——$20
*FIV/FeLV test: $40
*Topical flea/tick/dewormer/ear mite treatment (applied on surgery day): $25
*Oral dewormer (2 doses, first dose given on surgery day, second dose sent home): $15
*Microchip (includes registration of chip): $15
*Hernia repair or cryptorchid neuter: $50
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The base package must be pre-paid and scheduled on-line using the link below (or can call the shelter at 814-677-4040 if necessary). Additional services must be paid for at patient pick-up.
https://www.supersaas.com/schedule/Venango_Co_Humane_Society/CATS
One of our adopters posted this and we just had to share!
“Rescue the grey faced senior dog! Sure they snore, and have stinky farts. May be unsteady on their feet and spill the water bowl repeatedly. More then likely deaf and can't hear how many times a day you tell them you love them or their cute antics. But they know, they really know!”
Dogs available for adoption! We are completely full and in need of adopters. Can’t adopt? Please share! 🐾💜
Check out their bio info here:
https://www.petfinder.com/search/dogs-for-adoption/us/pa/16346/?distance=10
*RETURNED TO OWNER*
*FOUND STRAY* Wiley and Egbert in Franklin
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
Thank you to Rural King in Franklin for inviting us to visit the store during your event today! Hansel and Gretel had a great field trip and met a lot of nice people 🐾 💜
BINGO! Saturday August 10 @ Lee Bessler Hall! We have over $2800 in mystery numbers up for grabs. B-$450, I- $1000, N-$850, G-$150, O-$400!!! Doors open at 5 PM -Bingo begins at 7 PM. Quarter Cash Prize Wall has been reloaded!! As always, ALL proceeds benefit the Venango County Humane Society!! Let’s have a great crowd!!!
*FOUND STRAY* Gilmore Rd Polk
*medical needs are being taken care of*
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
*FOUND STRAY* Deer Creek Rd
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
Life is better with a buddy! Check out some of our bonded pairs! Penn and Teller are “brothers”, Shadow and Trixie are senior gals, and Mama and Ash are mother and daughter 🐾❤️
BINGO! Saturday August 3 @ Lee Bessler Hall! We have over $2100 in mystery numbers up for grabs. B-$75, I- $950, N-$750, G-$75, O-$300!! Doors open at 5 PM -Bingo begins at 7 PM. Quarter Cash Prize Wall has been reloaded!! As always, ALL proceeds benefit the Venango County Humane Society!! Let’s have a great crowd!!!
*FOUND STRAY* Tarr Road- Titusville
**proof of ownership needed to claim**
If you are the owner or know the owner please contact us during normal business hours (12-5, Mon-Sat) @814-677-4040
We are looking to hire part time kennel attendants. The applicant must be flexible, reliable and able to work weekends and holidays. This job is hard, yet rewarding.☺️ Please stop in to grab an application. 🐾
286 S Main Street
Seneca, PA
16346
| Monday | 12pm - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 12pm - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 12pm - 5pm |
| Thursday | 12pm - 5pm |
| Friday | 12pm - 5pm |
| Saturday | 12pm - 5pm |
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Thank you to Rural King in Franklin for inviting us to visit the store during your event today! Hansel and Gretel had a great field trip and met a lot of nice people 🐾 💜
Rare footage of Kennel B nap time ❤️
Cats being cats 😂 🐾❤️ Bam Bam, Tarzan and Jane, Paige, Itty Bitty, and Bryson!
Sweet Zuni is looking for her furever home
Find yourself a Valentine that gets as excited to see you as Eggnog does! ❤️
“Find yourself a Valentine that looks at you like Alexander looks at our Animal Care Takers!” ❤️
All tucked in after dinner. ❤️
Amelia is a young cat with plenty of personality! She is on a special diet and would love for you to pick her as your special friend!
Thank you the very generous people who donated wrapped presents for the animals and to the staff who took the time to let each dog have some fun! This is Donut. He is such a good boy. ❤️
Morning quiet time ❤️
A walk through the cat room. Love the cats that say hello! 🥰 Come meet us in person!
If you want a dog that is always happy to see you, then you want Lottie! 😁🐾❤️
Love it when they are all content in their fresh clean kennels after outside time ❤️🐾
Come meet Clyde! He is such a sweetheart but is usually too shy to come out of his cage ❤️
The dogs relaxing in the morning after feeding and cleaning!
Bark & Bath Pet Spa and Boarding
South Main Street
