HHHS Community Clinic

10/08/2024

Shop to help pets!

10/08/2024

Daisy Do would like to let everyone know our current donation needs include:

Dog food for the pet food pantry
Clumping cat litter
KMR (kitten milk replacer) powder

Daisy Do is also looking for a family to love! ❤️

09/08/2024

Your donations to the shelter are so appreciated. 🥰 Pets like this little kitten benefit greatly from your generosity!

We want to post a special thank you to everyone who has donated the microwaveable heating packs. 💕 They have multiple uses at the shelter, and one is to soothe the muscles of this kitten before and after her daily exercises that are helping her walk again. When she came to us she was dragging her back legs, not able to walk on them at all. With a new daily routine that includes helping her stretch and move, she’s standing up and walking on her own! It’s a bit wobbly still, but such a massive improvement from where she started. Thank you so much for donating needed supplies to help animals like this sweet kitten!

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day!

30/07/2024

27/07/2024

While our community clinic services are unfortunately on pause until we can find another full-time veterinarian to join our team, we want to highlight other services we can still provide to those in need:

Pet Food Pantry: Our pet food pantry does currently have dog and cat food available for anyone who needs a little help during difficult times. We want to especially thank Hill’s Pet Nutrition for their recent large donation to the pantry. If you donate pet food to this shelter, this is where it goes! It helps families in need, so thank you for your generosity.

Training Scholarships: We offer scholarships to Helping Hands Humane Society Training Program classes (basic dog obedience) for those who couldn’t otherwise afford it. Apply here: https://form.jotform.com/231705263239050 We learned through shelter intakes that many families struggle with their dog’s behavior, but with some support they would otherwise love to keep their pet at home. Our hope is that these scholarships are a resource to keep pets and their people together.

HHHS Pet Loss Support Group: For anyone who is grieving the loss of a pet, this is an anonymous, non judgmental group here to support you both online and in person at our monthly meetings. The HHHS August Pet Loss Support (1st Tuesday) is coming up soon, and anyone is welcome to join.

Other Support: If you have a specific need that would help you keep your pet rather than having to rehome them, please reach out to see if we can help. Some examples include: destructive behavior - we may be able to provide a crate (or scratching posts, calming spray, toys, etc. for cats) and advice, marking in the house - we may be able to give you some belly bands, outdoor cats you want to help care for - we may be able to give food from the pet food pantry, outdoor cat shelters, etc. You never know until you ask, so please ask!

We appreciate everyone who supports HHHS and your neighbors in need. ❤️ We know there are many animals who never need set foot in the shelter thanks to the kindness and generosity of family, friends, and fellow community members lending a hand.

18/07/2024

Thank you thank you thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition for the donation of pet food for our pet food pantry!

If you are in need, please come to our Admissions Lost & Found entrance on the east side of our building during open hours (Monday-Saturday 11:30am-6pm, Sunday 1-5pm). We don’t want any pets in our community going hungry!

15/07/2024

So happy to be able to assist Pawsitive Solutions-Scranton TNR and these ginger guys!

05/07/2024

Did you know we have training scholarships available for our Petiquette dog obedience classes?

If you’re struggling with your dog’s behaviors but can’t afford the class fee, please apply for a training scholarship here: https://form.jotform.com/231705263239050

02/07/2024

Important tips from Petco Love Lost! We are offering reduced fee microchips through July 3rd (call us at 785-233-7325 to make your appointment). If your pet is already chipped, please make sure your contact information is updated!

27/06/2024

Did you hear about our 4th of July microchip special? Our HHHS Lost & Found Pets department is offering $15 microchips for dogs and $10 microchips for cats through July 3rd!

We run this special each year to help everyone prepare for the 4th of July. This is a time of year when lots of pets get lost because they are scared of the fireworks and run away from home without knowing how to get back.

We highly recommend supervising your pets' outdoor visits this time of year, even if you usually don't need to, but sometimes the unexpected happens. When it does, a microchip is a great way to help ensure you and your lost pet are reunited.

If you don't really know what a microchip is or the process, check out this video! We took this a couple of years ago when our regular microchip pricing was $40. Now it is $20 anytime, and currently discounted for the special.

You do need an appointment to take advantage of this special price! Please call us at 785-233-7325 and ask to speak to admissions or email [email protected]. If you have a pet other than a dog or cat you want to have microchipped, please be sure to call and check with our team about the possibility.

If we feel we are unable to safely handle a pet to microchip them, we may not be able to. We would recommend talking to your vet about the best way to chip your pet.

Help us spread the word about the importance of microchipping!

21/06/2024

Today is ! 📸 When's the last time you took a selfie with your pet? Drop a photo in the comments! 😍

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19/06/2024

Remember Panda from last summer? It was only thanks to his microchip he could be reunited with his family in Colorado. HHHS is currently running a microchip special as we prepare for the 4th of July (the holiday around which the most pets get lost). Please call 785-233-7325 and ask for Admissions or email [email protected] to schedule your appointment! $15 for dogs and $10 for cats (taking appointments through July 3rd).

14/06/2024

In addition to our low cost community clinic, we have other resources to help those who have pets and are struggling financially. Our pet food pantry is fueled by generous donations from the public! Currently we are low on dog food and looking okay on cat food. Those who would like to donate should please bring food to our Admissions Lost & Found Pet entrance on the east side of the building during business hours. If you are needing pet food, we recommend calling us at 785-233-7325 and asking to speak to Admissions so they can let you know if we currently have the type of food you need.

08/06/2024

Do you care for community cats? This shirt might be for you! A portion of all purchases is donated to HHHS. Order here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/hhhs-merch/

If you are wondering do we sit around and think of animal-themed puns to make ourselves laugh amidst the ongoing dog kennel crisis, we absolutely are doing that. Here’s a new round of *SUMMER-themed* shirt designs!
We’ve got some seasonal selections – such as the tie-dye and the “Feral Girl Summer”, but we also want to remind folks about two shirts we are VERY PROUD🌈 of - “This shirt saves lives.” and “Ally Cat” which is a best seller!
Portion of proceeds from every shirt sale benefits the animals at HHHS - we've made over $3,000 already so we PROMISE that these do make a huge difference and the shelter is getting a generous portion from each one that you buy.
Remember- every design comes in multiple colors, long sleeve/short sleeve, etc so you can customize! The ones shown aren’t the only options. Order link is in the comments!
ALSO, while we are shouting out cool new shirts…if you haven’t had a chance to see the Topeka Zoo's new Bonfire site, they have an adorable Hoho collection and Hoho the sunbear is really a pitbull at heart, of course.

Order here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/hhhs-merch/

07/06/2024

We have new shirts in our merch shop! A portion of every purchase is a donation to the shelter.

If you are wondering do we sit around and think of animal-themed puns to make ourselves laugh amidst the ongoing dog kennel crisis, we absolutely are doing that. Here’s a new round of *SUMMER-themed* shirt designs!
We’ve got some seasonal selections – such as the tie-dye and the “Feral Girl Summer”, but we also want to remind folks about two shirts we are VERY PROUD🌈 of - “This shirt saves lives.” and “Ally Cat” which is a best seller!
Portion of proceeds from every shirt sale benefits the animals at HHHS - we've made over $3,000 already so we PROMISE that these do make a huge difference and the shelter is getting a generous portion from each one that you buy.
Remember- every design comes in multiple colors, long sleeve/short sleeve, etc so you can customize! The ones shown aren’t the only options. Order link is in the comments!
ALSO, while we are shouting out cool new shirts…if you haven’t had a chance to see the Topeka Zoo's new Bonfire site, they have an adorable Hoho collection and Hoho the sunbear is really a pitbull at heart, of course.

Order here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/hhhs-merch/

06/06/2024

Did you know our Community Clinic offers spays and neuters for rabbits to any community member? There are no eligibility requirements for rabbit sterilizations (and same goes for pit bulls/pit bull mixes as well as cats).

According to Rabbit.Org, a trusted site for information on pet rabbits, unspayed female rabbits have an 85% chance of developing reproductive cancer sometime in their lifetime. Getting them spayed eliminates this risk altogether. Neutering can also lengthen the lifespan of male rabbits, as well as lower their likelihood of fighting other rabbits due to hormonal aggression.

Altered rabbits are more affectionate and are much easier to litter box train! The spay/neuter fee for a rabbit through our clinic is $100. While this may sound high, it is a more affordable option than a traditional veterinary clinic. Rabbits are small and fragile - our skilled veterinarians are here to take good care of your fluffy friend!

Please head to our website (linked in our profile) for more information and the link to our spay/neuter application.

03/06/2024

Our Community Clinic is happy to help pets like Diamond and their families get access to veterinary care at an affordable price!

Diamond was our first client after we started our Kitties & Pitties spay and neuter special last year ($50 for pit bulls/pit bulls mixes and $25 for cats)! Since then we’ve fixed a multitude of pibbles and felines in the community. ❤️ Check out our website for the spay/neuter application and eligibility requirements.

Our preventative services such as vaccines, heartworm tests, heartworm prevention, microchips, and flea/tick prevention are open to all (no financial eligibility requirements)! Please submit the application through our website and our staff will reach out to you about scheduling an appointment.

Diamond, her family, and all of us would like to say thank you to those who support our mission! Your donations help keep pets in our community happy and healthy. This in turn increases the overall health of our companion animals in Topeka and Shawnee County, plus it helps decrease pet overpopulation and shelter intakes. We couldn’t do it without you!

01/06/2024

Your support of Helping Hands Humane Society and our Community Clinic Made Possible By Hill’s Pet Nutrition helps provide vaccines, heartworm tests, flea/tick/heartworm prevention, microchips, and spay/neuter surgeries to pets right here in our community (like the pup pictured here who visited our clinic last year).

In these tough financial times, pet guardians are struggling, but resources like our low cost clinic can make all the difference in being able to afford veterinary care.

Your direct donations (which can be made easily through our website, hhhstopeka.org, or in person at the shelter) mean the world to us. There are many other ways to help to, too, such as attending our HHHS June Food Truck Night tonight from 4-8pm! A portion of all proceeds from the attending food trucks (Poppin Squeeze, Poppin Minis, Hook & Que, Tod’s BBQ, Stumpy's Smoked Cheese, JLG Mexi-Q, The Burger Bus, and It's a Sweet Treat Day Bakery) are donated to the shelter.

Adoptions will be open late, until the end of the event (8pm), plus we are running a microchip special during it - $15 for dogs and $10 for cats! Come with your pet(s) to the front lobby for this special. We offer indoor seating so you can enjoy your meal in the comfort of air conditioning. Pastense Bluegrass Band will be performing a tonight's event!

Dogs are welcome if they are up to date on vaccinations. Please do not bring retractable leashes for everyone's safety at a busy event with multiple dogs. If your dog is not up to date on vaccinations, hop onto our website to view the prices and process for getting scheduled through our lost cost clinic!

31/05/2024

Your support for Helping Hands Humane Society helps fund our low cost community clinic which is open to the public!

Bidding in our 4th Annual Warm Paws Warm Hearts Art Auction is a fun way to help out. All bids are donations to the shelter. Check out the art and bid at 2024hhhsart.givesmart.com

16/05/2024

🚨 URGENT MESSAGE: We are out of dog kennel space! 🚨

We have taken in 177 dogs in the last 14 days.

We're reaching out with full transparency and urgency. Despite exhausting every avenue to find homes for our furry friends, we're at a loss. Our kennels are full, and we've exhausted all options. If we can't empty our kennels, we will be faced with tough decisions.

❗️ We cannot intake any more dogs this weekend until we make space. Your assistance in finding homes for our current residents is critical.

🐾 If you have room in your heart and home, please consider adopting or fostering to adopt. Our pets are just $0 to adopt, and they're eager for a loving family.

🐾If you can't adopt but still would like to help empty a kennel, talk to our adoption counselors about our 2 week, slumber party program!

🙏 If you need to rehome your dog, we urge you to reach out to friends, family, and members of the community. Every bit of help counts.

🔍 If you find a stray dog, please take these steps:

1. Check with the neighborhood where you found it.
2. Have it scanned for a microchip.
3. File a found report with us.
4. Post fliers and/or post to social media. Groups such as Lost & Found Pets A ray of hope in the darkness..., Topeka lost and found animals shawnee county, Kansas lost and found pets, Topeka KS Lost and Found Pets Shawnee County, and nextdoor are good places to post and look for lost posts of the dog you've found.

🐶 If you need assistance with pet essentials such as food, training, crates, leashes/collars, or low-cost vaccines and spays/neuters, we're here to help. Don't hesitate to reach out.

Your support and cooperation during this challenging time are greatly appreciated. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these beloved animals.

Thank you for your compassion and understanding.

08/05/2024

23/04/2024

We're so happy to be able to help community cats!

19/04/2024

Approximately two-thirds of all Americans have at least one pet.

Americans have never had so many pets in their homes—but the cost of looking after their cherished companions is on the rise, causing concerns among owners.

18/04/2024

Our medical team will take wonderful care of your pet! We offer routine prevention like vaccinations, flea and tick prevention, heartworm tests, and heartworm prevention at affordable prices. Everyone qualifies for these services!

For our spay/neuter services, cats, rabbits, and pit bulls/pit bull mixes automatically qualify, no eligibility requirements. While funds last for our Kitties & Pitties special, felines are just $25 to have spayed/neutered while pibbles are only $50.

See the eligibility requirements for other dogs breeds on our website. Apply for all services through the website, too! https://www.hhhstopeka.org/spay-neuter/

The purpose of our clinic is to provide services to the community when times are tough and you cannot afford traditional vet care. 💕 We hope to keep the community’s pets healthy and happy, keep pets with their people, and reduce pet overpopulation and shelter intake!

16/04/2024

Get affordable heartworm tests and heartworm prevention through our Community Clinic! The test is just $20, and it’s $10 for each chewable that lasts for 30 days. No exam fee!

An ounce of prevention is worth several pounds of cure when it comes to heartworms. Heartworms are passed to dogs from mosquitoes. You can’t know that your dog has heartworms just by looking at them. You must get the heartworm test to ensure they’re negative before starting them on prevention.

Help keep your dog healthy at an affordable price! Apply for services through our website: https://www.hhhstopeka.org/spay-neuter/ and call the clinic at 785-272-2299 with any questions you may have.