Hearts United for Animals

06/22/2025

Gaylee came to HUA because she kept wandering off her property. Clearly there were places that she felt she really needed to explore. Here at the shelter she is happy as a clam, playing and wrestling with her many doggy friends in the big yards.

Still just a baby, Gaylee is learning new things every day and her cheerful disposition is a delight. She walks beautifully on her leash, adores the humans, and perfectly matches the energy of her canine pals so that Playgroup is a fun time for everyone. We think this sweet girl with her adorably cheesy grin will make her new family wonder what they ever did without her 🩷.

Visit Gaylee's webpage at https://hua.org/animal/gaylee/!

06/21/2025

Dear, sweet Zen–he is just the cutest. Zen was a stray who was found by animal control who was unable to locate his owner. Somebody should have been searching high and low for this fun, quirky fellow but apparently Zen was on his own.

He is a funny little thing who makes the caregivers laugh over his strange antics. His number one priority when it comes to playtime is ZOOMIES. Zoomies must happen before anything else can be accomplished. Although Zen adores his caregivers, he has a tendency to play games with them and they never quite know who exactly Zen is going to be on any given day. He can be aloof and standoffish one day and a hard-core people fanatic the next.

He is always happy and friendly; there are just some times when Zen wants to have us guess as to what mood he is in. He is so smart and silly that he keeps us constantly on our toes. Zen loves his leash walks, especially when there are a lot of dogs accompanying him on his adventure. Zen’s new family will be delighted to have been chosen by this charming fellow.

Visit this darling Shiba Inu's webpage at https://hua.org/animal/zen/!

06/20/2025

This dashing chap lost his home because his family did not have enough time to spend with him. Gideon is a darling. He's a sweet boy who adores the other dogs and loves the humans with all of his might. He is a dream on his leash--when he is not playing with one of his many toys or taking tasty treats nice and gently, he is happily strolling the big lawns with a favorite person.

Gideon is a one-year-old Springer Spaniel mix who weighs 44 pounds. He is so heads over heels in love with the other pups that we think it is important for him to have a canine sibling. We have not yet featured him on our website but we are accepting applications for this beautiful boy at https://hua.org/adoption-process/!

06/19/2025

This wily fella has been giving us a run for our money for nearly a week. Branch is a stray dog who has been eluding capture despite our best efforts and help from the neighbors. He's a smart boy who was more than happy to enter the trap we set in order to feast on the tasty food, but when he was finished he high-tailed it out of there. Every time.

Yesterday we again approached the area in order to refresh the food and water. Branch was across the street, staring the humans down but refusing to approach us. After a few minutes, seeing Katie with a big bag of food all for him, hunger took over and our slick new friend decided it was time to throw in the towel.

After he completed his well-earned meal and allowed the humans to leash him, Branch hopped into the van like he has been doing it every day of his life. The HUA caregivers were subsequently smothered in grateful kisses and fierce hugs. Our boy is covered in ticks and he is spooky skinny, but Branch just hit the jackpot and he knows it. We were worried sick over this poor dog and are very, very happy to have him now in our care.

06/17/2025

Friends - we have a very heartfelt and important plea. Dream and her best friend in the whole wide world, Jimbo, need a new home. They are the loveliest of dogs who lost their family and they simply cannot be without each other, even if means living at HUA for the rest of their lives. They are a strongly bonded pair who adore one another and who cease to function normally if they are separated.

Dream is a five-year-old Coonhound mix who weighs about 62 pounds. She is gorgeous and affectionate, and as smart as a whip. She loves her puzzle toys, taking long walks and she positively dotes on her precious pal, Jimbo.

Jimbo is a most handsome seven-year-old Lab mix who weighs about 71 pounds. He is a little bit shy even with Dream by his side. Without her, he is a lost soul. He is sensitive and gentle, sweet and submissive.

We have not yet featured these darling and much loved dogs on our website, but we accepting applications for them here - https://hua.org/adoption-process/.

06/16/2025

There's a new sheriff in town, and her name is Panini. A kind person saved this darling Maltese after seeing her tossed from a car onto the side of a highway. Rather than remaining unsure and afraid after her horrible ordeal, Panini decided to be the boss of us. A spiffy new haircut and constant spoiling by her doting caregivers gave this little one a big helping of courage. Panini has a huge fan club and that is how she likes it. Happy Monday 😎!

06/15/2025

06/14/2025

Come see precious babies Catfish and Gar and their awesome pal Ozark at the Star City Pride Festival in Lincoln today!

The 2025 Star City Pride Festival is a two-day Festival featuring dozens of vendors, local entertainers, musical acts, and family-friendly activities! Each year brings together over 4,000 LGBTQIA2S+ community members and allies in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of Pride in the Midwest.

The HUA doggies are in the mood to dole out free hugs and kisses to the first 43905708451304578 humans who stop by 😁🐶❤️

06/13/2025

A few days ago a terrified little dog who was in terrible condition came to the HUA shelter. A Good Samaritan brought Panini to us after seeing her dumped on the side of a highway. The people in the car ahead of this kind woman slowed down long enough to throw several trash bags out onto the road. Among the bags was a tiny dog, tossed out like garbage.

Panini had recently given brith via C-section, so caregivers immediately fled to the scene to make sure there were no baby dogs in the trash bags. There were not, and we are heartbroken contemplating what may have happened to Panini's puppies.

This precious little mama basked in the attention from the HUA humans. She loved her bath, she loved her grooming session, she instantly loved everything about this place. Panini is so grateful for the kindness.

We are so thankful to be a beacon of hope to those innocent animals who are victims of such blatant cruelty. After Panini sees our good vet and is given a clean bill of health, we will find her a loving, wonderful home. Until then, we will adore and cherish her, for that is what Panini has always deserved.

06/12/2025

There was a shelter had a dog and Bingo was his name-o 🐾🐶🎼

Bingo and his buddy were running the streets in a small town out in the country. For three days, these wily pups eluded capture, even bypassing a trap with yummy snacks in order to maintain their “independence.” Times got tough, however, and eventually Bingo and his pal Tommy approached a child for help. All of that freedom had become just a little too scary.

Bingo is a silly, happy-go-lucky kind of guy who loves all of his new human friends and adores Playgroup with all of his new doggy pals. He was not familiar with a leash when he first arrived, but he is learning to enjoy long walks with his favorite people in the big open fields.

Basenjis are known to be smart, quiet, and focused. Bingo is all of those things with a big side of “goofy” for those looking for some laughs. We think Bingo will be a much loved and important part of his new family.

Visit Bingo's webpage at https://hua.org/animal/bingo-2/!

06/11/2025

Tiffany’s person was a truck driver who took her on the road with him. While some dogs may find that lifestyle rather exciting, it was more than Tiffany could bear. Driving long distances made her nervous and she had a terrible time trying to relax.

Here at the HUA shelter Tiffany is much happier and she is able to let her guard down so that she can properly enjoy all the new sights and smells. She loves people, but she can be a little bit reserved upon first meeting. Once she knows you, however, Tiffany is your very best buddy for life. She considers the other dogs to be friends, but she has more fun watching the shenanigans than actually participating.

What this precious girl needs is to become a loyal and faithful companion to people she loves. She will forever bestow her big, wide smile upon her new family members.

For more information, visit Tiffany's webpage at https://hua.org/animal/tiffany/!

06/09/2025

Avalon, Elson, and Higbee had a great time at Wine and Howl! Great wine, happy pups, and a wonderful community—we can’t wait for next year! 🥂🐶💛