The Official Blog of Dakin Humane Society

The Incredible Journey of Simba Smith
Learn how this handsome kitty was reunited with his faraway family.

Low Stress Handling - Minimizing Animal Stress
Dakin staff and volunteers use low stress handling on animals to minimize their fear. Dakin's Sam Renaud explains some techniques.
Barks & Brews Coming to You Online!
We're bringing Barks & Brews to your home! Curl up with your furry friends and enjoy a virtual event experience.

Getting Food Where It's Needed
Dakin recently held a 2-day pet food drive-up event to help dogs and cats, and the people who love them.

Q & A with a Dakin Vet Tech
Veterinarian technicians (vet techs) are invaluable members of Dakin's medical team. Find out how they help animals every day.
Bringing Compassion Home
It was "A leap of faith" that led adopter Kelly Pigeon to bring home four special needs cats

Dakin Fosters Open Homes and Hearts to At-Risk Kittens
Kitten Season is upon us! And dedicated foster caregivers are offering invaluable care and love to kittens in need.
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Helping Animals: This Family's Tradition
Natalie and her family have a long history of supporting animals at Dakin in many ways. They've got great fundraising ideas to share.
Why Being a Guardian Donor Matters
Pam Predmore has been a Dakin supporter for years, first as a volunteer and now, with husband Read, as a Guardian donor. Pam tells us why being a Guardian is so important to her.

Preparing Our Pets for Our Return to Work
Nobody's been happier about us becoming stay-at-home workers than our pets. While they've loved the company, things are changing and many people are returning to the workplace. Here's how to help your pet manage the transition.

Rescuing a Non-Feathered Friend
It wasn't the typical request for help when a person who lives near our Springfield location came to the door and rang the emergency bell.

Summer Safety Tips
Summer means having fun with your faithful pet companions, but be sure to keep them safe. We've got some tips for you!

Social Distancing: It's Not Just for Humans Anymore
The CDC is offering tips to help keep pets safe in these days of COVID-19.
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Snapshots of a Dakin Day
Since Dakin closed its doors in March to the visiting public and our volunteers, our staff has been extra busy handling many duties. Here are some moments from a typical day...

Kitten Supply Kits Helping Orphaned Kittens
These kits are for the Good Samaritans who find orphaned, underage kittens and want to rehome them to keep them out of the shelter.
Saving Sophie
A family's beloved dog was struggling to survive. Dakin's skilled medical staff rushed to the Operating Room.
COVID-19 Pandemic: The First 8 Weeks
We're here for the animals that need us - and the people who love them - in our community during the pandemic. Here's a quick recap of our stats.

Bad Photoshops for a Good Cause
Dakin's recent online photoshop fundraiser was a howling success. Check out some cool critters!