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01/08/2024

Happy National mutt day!! Thank you for my Cubby (100% lovable scottie shadow ) and Miss Gracie Mae (100% loveable goofy girl) and to PAHWS in Deer Lodge for my Bunter(100% loving gentleman). My life is better because they have been in it. Miss my boys everyday. Love to all the pups out there!!

03/07/2024

04/05/2024

Please help the Humane Society of Western Montana meet their match. Every gift helps Montana pets and their humans!

One more hour of Missoula Gives and we are $3,500 away from our match! Donate now to help Montana pets - every gift helps! https://www.missoulagives.org/organizations/humane-society-of-western-montana

14/07/2022

Your next adoption day is about to get even better! We’ve partnered up with Toiffer Pet Outfitter to provide you with $5 toward your first pampering purchase for your new pet! Swing by one of Toiffer’s two locations after adopting your new friend to pick up some treats or even some new toys! Coupons are provided in every adopter bag, so swing by Wednesday & Friday-Sunday from 1-6pm to adopt a new friend like Brindle here.

Brindle is an active, friendly and smart gal. Brindle loves fetching, swimming and playing with other dogs, but she will need a home without cats or any other small critters. She is friendly with people of all ages and will do best in a home where she is not left alone often. If you're interested in Brindle, you can come meet her at the shelter Wednesday & Friday-Sunday from 1-6pm.

30/06/2022

A couple tips to help keep your pet safe this weekend! If your pet is not already microchipped, you can stop by the Humane Society of Western Montana Friday & Saturday from 1-6pm for walk-in microchipping! We will be offering chips at the discounted price of $20/pet.

20/05/2022

Happy Rescue Dog Day to all the rescue moms, dads, families and their pups. Especially grateful for mine!!

05/01/2022

Boss would love to continue celebrating the new year by finding a new home! Boss is a true shelter favorite here - we just can't get over his big block head! We don't know too much about Boss, but around here he has been an easygoing couch potato! Come meet our available animals Wed-Sun from 1-6pm!

22/12/2021

I am putting the grunt to work making stuff for the Mission! How about if this graphic/post gets shared over 500 times I will randomly select some winners to get a real magic pawtograph of mine?

Love,
Narwhal the bossdude.

19/12/2021

Celebrating Cubby's 13th birthday. Was a fun day celebrating my boy. He is such a love and I am blessed everyday!!

30/11/2021

Looking for another way to support HSWM for Giving Tuesday? Buy a funny "Dog Pooping" bottle opener or stopper from Blue Moose Metals today (11/30) for - and they'll donate 100% of the profits to our shelter!

Blue Moose Metals is a handcrafted metalwork business in Missoula that actually named their business after their dog Moose, who they adopted from a shelter over ten years ago!

So, to celebrate Giving Tuesday this year, they thought of us!

Head to bluemoosemetals.com to purchase one of these "dog pooping" bottle openers and/or stoppers today (11/30) to buy a fun gift for yourself or someone else while supporting shelter pets!

25/11/2021

23/11/2021

Goose here wanted to let you know that you can make a quick nomination online to help raise a lot of money for shelter pets! Our friends over at JCCS are celebrating their 75th anniversary by giving $7,500 to TEN different Montana nonprofits! Please take a moment to use the link below and nominate HSWM as one of your favorite MT nonprofits. (P.S. if you need help with the question on which counties we serve, the answer is Missoula County, Glacier County, Hill County, Lake County and Lincoln County). Nominations must be made by the 28th!!

Make a nomination here: https://www.jccscpa.com/75-anniversary/

27/10/2021

Do you or someone you know enjoy MT craft beers? I have a great gift idea for you that helps you save at several breweries in MT AND supports the Humane Society of Western Montana!

For your donation of $29.99 you receive a MONTANA BREWERY CARD. This card entitles you to over $300 in free beer from breweries across Montana! This card will live on your phone, so no need to worry about losing it in your purse or wallet. Just click on link below to learn more 😉

Please share this info with anyone MT beer lovers so we can raise funds to continue to help animals!

Hello friends, family, and supporters of the Humane Society of Western Montana! We need your support to continue our mission of Saving Every Animal Every Time. For your donation of $29.99, we are offering the MONTANA BREWERY CARD. This card entitles you to over $300 in free beer from breweries acros...

07/10/2021

We have another truck of pet food coming! We understand the huge need for pet food relief in Missoula and our neighboring communities, and we want to make sure no pets are going hungry. Over the last year and a half, we helped distribute over 75,000 lbs of pet food to Montana shelters and food banks, and now we need your help! The truck that is coming has 28 pallets of pet food and we need a place to store it as we work through distribution. If you’re a community member/business with easy to access storage space that could fit 28 pallets of food, please email [email protected] ! Thank you in advance for supporting our efforts!

17/08/2021

In honor of ranch dog Jewel, this is an all-breed open retrieval competition in which all levels of retrieving skills, or lack thereof, are rewarded. Successful retrieving is not the goal. Fun for dogs and their human partners is.

11/08/2021

Big news! Our Executive Director, Marta Pierpoint, will be participating in a webinar discussion on "How to Make Big Changes Happen" tomorrow at 3pm. We think she's quite the expert on this topic...just look at the expansion of our outreach programs and our new mobile hospital!

This discussion is being hosted by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement, and you can create a free account to tune in! Learn more, create an account, and register for the webinar here: https://learning.theaawa.org/products/the-roundtable-beyond-best-practices-how-to-make-big-changes-happen

18/07/2021

Love these two

05/07/2021

UPDATE: Our Summer Furstival this Sunday at Fort Missoula has a change of schedule! The event will now run from 11am-2:30pm. We are shifting back one hour to help our two and four-legged friends beat the heat! In addition to a large shaded area under the pavilion, there will also be water bowls, kiddie pools and grassy areas. We can't wait to see you there! You can learn more about our event at http://myhswm.org/events/summer-furstival/

Are you an adult interested in volunteering for this event? Email [email protected] for more information.

01/07/2021

Get your pets microchipped and vaccinated tomorrow for free!

The 4th of July is coming and we want to help get your pets up-to-date on vaccinations and microchipped! This Friday, from 3-5pm, you can drive up to our shelter for a free vaccine and microchipping clinic. We will have you fill out paperwork in your car, so that you can keep your AC running until it is your pet’s turn for the clinic. We will also have water in the shady areas at the front of the shelter. Due to time constraints - this clinic will not be for general wellness checks or questions for the vet. This free clinic is made possible with generous support from the Max & Betty Swanson Foundation.

Let’s all enjoy the holiday and keep our pets safe! If you have any questions, please call the shelter at 406-549-3934.

30/06/2021

Today is last day to get early bird prices - ticket price includes lunch and ice cream. There will be adult beverages and fun for the whole family. Hope you can join the fun to make this a successful event and fundraiser!

Shelter pup Boomer is here to remind you that our first-ever Summer Furstival is almost here - and now you can get your discounted early bird tickets! This event, presented by Denny Menholt University Honda, will feature live music, catered lunch, a live dog training demonstration, face painting, a silent auction and more. Better yet - your dog is welcome to join on leash!

Ticket Prices Through July 1:
Adult Admission - $15
Child (12 & under) Admission - $10

Admission price includes lunch, Baskin Robbins ice cream, and some tickets for activities. Additional tickets can be purchased at the event as needed. Admission is free for children under 5. Your name and number of tickets purchased will be held at event check in.

Learn more and purchase tickets at bidpal.net/HSWMsummer

If you’re interested in Boomer or one of our other shelter pets, read more on our website.

29/06/2021

Do you know the main signs of heat stroke in dogs?

Dogs don’t tolerate high temperatures as well as humans. Because they only have sweat glands in their feet and around their nose, they are less efficient at cooling themselves down. Is your dog panting and restless or are you worried your dog won’t stop panting? These among the early signs of heat stroke. Other symptoms of heat stroke in dogs include rapid breathing, barking or whining, excessive thirst, excessive drooling, and increased heartbeat. Treatment for Heat Stroke in Dogs:
If your pet is showing any symptoms of heat exhaustion, give your dog plenty of water — and make sure she drinks it. You can also wet your dog with room temperature water. Skip ice water or ice packs, because they can actually make your pet’s core temperature rise. And, don’t saturate your dog in water because it prevents effective evaporation of the heat. Call you vet or go to an emergency 🚨 vet clinic if your pet is showing symptoms. This heat is no joke!!!

16/06/2021

FYI for those walking their pups in Missoula.

The material used for the bridge gets a lot hotter than normal concrete.

13/06/2021

Great dog dad gift!

For all of the dog dads working hard to buy more treats and rescue more pups, we have a special mug just for you! Our Dog Dad mug is available exclusively in our online shop for Father's Day!

https://groundsandhoundscoffee.com/products/dog-dad-mug

Sip Coffee. Save Pups. Make Your Dog Proud.

31/05/2021

04/05/2021

14/04/2021

Do you have a cute pet? Mark your calendars for our First Friday Photos on May 7th. Bring your cutie in, we will do a mini portrait session and give you the files to use as you wish. Money raised will all go to the Mission Valley Animal Shelter. It is a win win for sure.

01/04/2021

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30/03/2021

This sweet girl is looking for just the right home

Tuesday is popping in to let you know it's her favorite day of the week!

She also wants to let you know she's still looking for the right adopter! Tuesday is a smart, energetic and extra cuddly 2-year-old pup. She can be uneasy around new people at first, but is improving a lot on her stranger-danger reactivity through our shelter behavior treatment program and now even gets to go on field trips with staff! To help her get started on the right paw, her adopter will receive a set of complimentary private lessons from our awesome certified trainers.

Tuesday loves carrying around her stuffed toys, crawling into your lap and running after her ball, but it's tough for a dog like Tuesday to live in a loud and overstimulating shelter environment. We believe that being in a stable and low-traffic home environment will help her succeed!

If you're looking for a loyal friend like Tuesday, you can submit an adopter profile here: http://myhswm.org/adopt/dogs-puppies/dog-pet-people-profile

29/03/2021

Reminder for all the pet parents

Ticks are most active from March to mid-May and from mid-August to November. Though they can be active anytime the temperature is above freezing. Health agencies are warning the public that tick-borne illnesses have drastically increased. Ticks can transmit multiple diseases in just one bite, that is why it is important to check your dog after walks and use preventative measures such as a natural tick repellent.

To learn more about natural tick repellents, click the link below.
https://animalwellnessmagazine.com/natural-tick-repellents-dogs/