The Official Blog of Dakin Humane Society

 

Person unloading pet carriers from van

Dakin recently made a commitment to be there for a large group of cats who are in dire need of help from compassionate supporters like you.

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Give back to your animal friends by providing them with enriching activities that strengthen your bond.

Cat standing outside next to a pumpkin

Sophie-Jane is a six-year-old cat with a lush gray coat, bewitching yellow eyes, and a job to do.  Every day.

New adopter feeding rabbit lettuce

Cookie is a white and black-spotted Lionhead rabbit who endured a series of tough setbacks to end up in a very sweet spot.

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From fireside folklore to bedtime stories, tall tales about animals have been shared for centuries. Like every good urban legend, some details may change with each retelling.

Executive director with dog outside

Dog in skeleton Halloween costume

Stumped on pet costume ideas? Try this spooktacular lineup of Halloween inspiration!

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Staff favorite Katie spent all summer wishing for a home.  Some wishes do come true.

Veterinarian hands examining young cat

Here’s what you need to know if you need to take your pet to the vet.

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Norma lives in Florida, but being part of the Guardian Society makes her feel more connected to Dakin than ever before.

Staff members outside airport with luggage

Dakin's team spent a week working alongside animal welfare professionals whose everyday reality is completely different from shelters in the northeast.

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When Vanessa experienced a financial hardship that forced her to move, she was immediately struck with a second painful realization.

Staff member surprises two kids with new kitten

When Damian and Oren delivered donations to Dakin's Springfield Animal Resource Center, they had no idea what was about to happen next.

People holding a kitten and a rabbit

“Fostering isn’t always just snuggling and playing with adorable pets all day. In some cases, it’s also providing daily care, medications, driving to and from Dakin vet appointments, monitoring their food intake, weight, activity, and more.”

Close up of newborn puppy

Yeich, an 18-month-old pit bull, was laboring and unable to deliver her pups.  Desperate, her people rushed her to Dakin’s Community Spay/Neuter Clinic where she was hurried into surgery for emergency surgery.

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On Sunday, September 19, 2021, we're getting back together to throw our 6th annual dog party, Barks & Brews, at Fort Hill Brewery in Easthampton!

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This month marks Carmine DiCenso's fifth year as Dakin Humane Society's Executive Director.

Dog with veterinarian

What's a Trichobezoar? Has my pet ever had Ptyalism? Check out this list of strange veterinary terms that just make sense.

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Pablo’s happy ending is one of many. And, thanks to your ongoing support, won’t be the last.

Group of small kittens on stuffed animals

Marie cares for a colony of feral cats in her neighborhood. She knows each one individually and loves them all. When she realized that her colony was expanding beyond what she could care for, she reached out to the Kitten Street Team for help.