Do you have a dog? Know a dog? Or are you basically owned by a dog?

Then perfect! You both need to join us for our 2nd Annual Pup Palooza, because last year’s dogs had so much fun, they insisted we do it again.

Saturday, April 25th from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Little River Inn Abalone Room! We’ve got dog contests, for best dressed, owner lookalike, most talented… yes, your dog can be famous.

Watch your pup become an artist at dog painting, check out agility and nosework demonstrations , and don’t miss the frisbee action! We’ll be featuring a  photo booth, raffle prizes, and even a pet communicator , because maybe it’s time you finally hear what your dog has been thinking about you.

Plus food and wine for the humans and special treats for your pup, minus the wine,  and a low-cost rabies clinic with “Ask a Vet” on site.

Admission is free, with optional donations throughout the event to support the Humane Society.Bring the whole family, just keep those pups on a short leash… we’ve got a lot of personalities in one place.

For our 21+ crowd, join us at the Abalone Room again Sunday, 4/26, from 11:30 A.M. to 3:30 for our Third Annual Pink Party, Brunch Edition,  brought to you buy our Platinum Sponsors: The Little River Inn and Family Tree Services. We ask that you keep your pets at home or with a sitter for this event.  Don your brightest shades of pink, fuschia, and magenta, and get ready for an afternoon of fun! The Chefs at Little River Inn are preparing a fabulous brunch for you, paired with sips of the best Mendocino County rosés furnished by Barra, Cox Family Vineyards, Goldeneye, Handley Cellars, Husch Vineyards, Jaxon Keys, Meyer Family Cellars, Minus Tide, Roederer, Toulouse, and Wentworth vineyards. Don’t forget to try our fabulous non-alcoholic mocktails as well! Stick around for our first ever Shelter Pup Fashion Show, plus live and silent auctions with packages featuring:
·Tour Mendocino ·Grey Whale Inn ·SCP Mendocino Inn and Farm and Mendocino Coast Lodge·Mendo Sauna·Wild Cat Products· Salty Paws Grooming·Little River Inn· Heritage House·Mendocino Cove· Caspar Campground·Wine Tastings in Anderson Valley· Jaxon Keys Distillery Tour· Noyo Fishing Charters·Noyo Harbor Inn· Jen Minnich Wellness Sessions· Works from local artists Ryan Grossman, Meredith Frederick, Deth P. Sun + Bojh Parker!

If you can’t make it to celebrate with us in person this year, but still want to show your support, donations are always welcome here :

Volunteer of The Month: Dale

Pets of the Week

Puppy + Kitten Season Is Upon Us— Fosters Needed!

Like clockwork, we’ve seen an influx of puppies and kittens admitted to our shelter over the last few weeks. We know this is just the beginning of baby season for MCHS. Studies show that young animals who are taken in by foster families stand a much better chance at successful adoption when they are cared for and socialized in a home environment. If you’ve got the room in your schedule + heart to take in animals in need, MCHS will provide you with all of the necessary medical care, food, toys, and accessories for hosting furry guests in your home.

No time in your schedule to foster, but still want to help out? We are currently in need of cat and kitten food to keep our residents happy, healthy, and full. As we continue to care for a high volume of dogs, cats, and new born kittens and puppies our pantry supplies are running low.

​If you are able to donate, we are looking for:

​Dry Kitten & Cat Food

​Canned/Wet Food (Essential for our kittens and seniors!)

​How to Donate:

Drop-off: You can bring donations directly to the shelter during our business hours 8-5.

Wishlist: Prefer to shop online? Check out our Amazon wishlist to have items shipped straight to our door. Every bag and can makes a difference for the animals in our care. Thank you for your continued support of our mission! We deeply appreciate every one of you, and look forward to sharing our next newsletter in May!