Sumter Humane Society - Americus, GA
Sumter Humane Society
108 Industrial Blvd.
Americus, GA  31719
229-924-0268

shumanes@att.net

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday      12:00-5:00
Tuesday     12:00-5:00
Thursday    12:00-5:00
Friday        12:00-5:00
Saturday    12:00-4:00

CLOSED ON WED. & SUN
 

 
 

Check SHS
Upcoming Events

 

Are you Traveling?
Sumter Humane Society sends animals to rescue organizations all over the country! Transporting an animal can be a very rewarding experience! Who wouldn't want an adorable one way passenger on their next trip? Contact our Rescue Coordinator at
shumanes@att.net  for details!

 
Donate a Bed
After moving into our new shelter, we soon realized that we did not have enough beds to go around. While we have received many as donations, many of our orphans do not have one. We use blankets and dog beds for them, but they are staying wet and continuously getting chewed to shreds. Please consider donating a Kauranda bed so one more of our "fur angels" can sleep in the comfort that they deserve.
If you would like to donate a bed so another dog can sleep in proper comfort order here.
 

CALL 911 TO REPORT
DOG BITES OR
ANIMAL CRUELTY

 

For Local Animal Complaint
 Dial 911
Ask for Animal Control

 

Department of Agriculture Phone # 1- 800- 282- 5852
 Ask for Animal Protection.

 
Petfinder.com
 
PETCO
 
 
888-426-4435 - Animal Poison Control Center
 
 
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Southland Academy

Science Club

is sponsoring a

Dogwash

Benefit for Sumter Humane Society

Saturday, May 12 10am-2pm

Southland Football Stadium

$5 dogs to 25lbs/$10 larger dogs

Nail trims $5

 

 

Sumter Humane Society
108 Industrial Blvd., Americus GA
www.sumterhumanesociety.org  
shumanes@att.net
Phone: 229-924-0268

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Submitted By:  Ruth Olson, Operations Manager

 229-924-0268      ruthshs@att.net

Letter To the Editor

Americus GA, April 13, 2012:  In past letters to the editor I have written about all of the improvements being made at the Sumter Humane Society.  I have talked about the new outside runs and quarantine program.  We have updated our vaccine, testing, and de-worming procedures.  Our dogs now get a warm bath, as well as a health check upon their intake.  Another recent purchase is more “pet friendly” cleaning agents and applicators that better disperse this medical grade cleaner and disinfectant.  The care of the animals and cleaning of the facility has grown by leaps and bounds!

One thing I haven’t written about is the improvements in the quality of animals we have available for adoption.  Our dogs and cats are healthier and receive better care than ever before.  As I write this letter, we have animals that would make the big city shelter green with envy.  An example would be Tiny – our Chesapeake Bay Retriever.  Tiny is huge – but so well trained that even a child would fall in love with this gentle giant.  We have Pointers, Retrievers, a Basset, and a Coon Hound for the hunters out there.  Jack Russell Terriers, Fox Terriers, and a mix breed Terrier named Skippy (who is adorable) for those who want a small dog.  There is Lindsey and Camilla – our two German Shepherd mixes.   I can’t forget about Stella – our Doberman mix who is one of my favorites.  We even have a Shih Tzu mix, two Black Lab mix, and a couple of Pointer puppies.  

For the cat lovers out there, we have a number of long, medium, and short haired cats in a variety of colors and sizes.  We just received in a Persian who will be gorgeous once we perform our magic.  Kittens are also arriving daily and will be coming of adoption age in the near future.    

Another thing that I am very proud of is our socializing program.  Every dog in our adoption kennels is walked on a leash at least once a week.  Those who need a little extra work are walked daily.  All of them receive a bath monthly.   We especially appreciate our volunteers on the days they come in and walk every dog in the kennels!   Kris, our “cat lady” loves on our kitties daily, and now has some of the puppies already walking on a leash!   

We invite everyone to come visit the shelter.  If you are at all interested in a new pet, consider our homeless orphans.  If a new family member is not a possibility right now, volunteer to walk, socialize, and love on our babies.  Smiles and a warm heart are guaranteed! 

Our adoption hours are Noon – 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Noon – 3pm on Wednesday, and Noon – 4pm on Saturdays. Be sure to check out our available pets on the web at www.sumterhumanesociety.org.  For more information call 229-924-0268.
 

 
 Sumter Humane Society Upcoming Events


May 11th & 12th - Happy Mother's Day, all adult female pets adoption fee only $75

June 15th & 16th - Happy Father's Day, all adult male pets adoption fee only $75

June 19th - SHS at Americus Library - 10:30-11:30am

June 20th - SHS at Lake Blackshear Library - 10:30-11:30am

July 6th & 7th - let freedom ring for our dogs and cats - any red animal $45 off, white $40 off, and blue $50 off regular adoption fees

 
 
see our available pets

 

 

OUR ORPHANS NEED YOUR HELP!

Americus November 7, 2011 The canine and feline orphans at the Sumter Humane Society (SHS) urgently need the help of city and county residents as well as anyone who cares about the health and well-being of our four legged friends. Because of the recent giardia outbreak, some wonderful changes are being made to make their stay at the shelter healthier and happier. Unfortunately, these changes are very expensive and the SHS is struggling to make them a reality.
 

Firstly, with the assistance of local veterinarians Dr. Crawford, Dr. Harper and Dr. Sawyer, the shelter has instituted an intensive intake process for all new animals. Each dog or cat has its temperature taken and a complete exam including checking its eyes, ears, coat and nails. We check for parasites, de-worm, and in many cases give a distemper and kennel cough vaccine, or test and vaccinate for feline leukemia. They receive a bath, food and water, and a clean, dry place to stay. Each animal spends five days in quarantine and gets an exam each day while we attempt to find its owner. During the five days, we determine if the animal should be made available for adoption, sent to a rescue or; in case of sickness or injury, the animals suffering is put to an end. This is a very extensive process and requires two individuals just to clean the quarantine area daily and another staff member to do evaluations and intakes. During the 10 days between October 27th and November 5th, the SHS took in 25 cats and 65 dogs for a shocking total of 90 animals! Each and every one of these orphans went through this quarantine process.


A very malnourished mama and her adorable puppy.


In addition to the staggering number of man hours required to manage just this one section of the shelter, we also have our adoptable animals which are housed in two dog kennels, a cat room and two cat colonies, the puppy and small dog kennel as well as a treatment room; all of which must be cleaned multiple times daily, watered and fed one to two times a day. Other expenses include vaccines, de-wormer, disinfecting cleaners, sprays and wipes, latex gloves and plastic aprons, dog food, cat food, cat litter, paper towels, laundry soap, dish soap, the list goes on and on. In addition, any animal that needs veterinary care must be looked at and prescribed medications given. This all costs money.

Another huge project that has recently been undertaken is the construction of individual concrete exercise runs adjacent to the dog kennels. Because the former dirt runs were impossible to clean and disinfect, the Board of Directors took a huge leap of faith and authorized the expenditure of over $20,000 to ensure that all of our dogs are able to spend multiple times per day outside breathing fresh air and getting the exercise they need to
remain as mentally


Construction is underway on the new kennel runs.

and physically fit as possible while they await moving to a loving family home. Once the fencing is completed, as many as seven dogs at a time can be released to safely run, play, bark and soak in the sunshine. There will also be areas for the puppies and some of the cats to run free and get in some serious play time.

Please help us! Because of these recent large expenditures, the SHS has seriously depleted its operating funds. Without the financial support of all of our animal loving friends, there will not be enough money to give every adoptable orphan the opportunity to find a home with a caring man, women, or child. The SHS is a non-profit organization and is managed by an all volunteer Board of Directors, but we can’t do it all. As 2011 comes to a close, please consider helping to save the life of just one of these babies. Donations of $1 and up can be mailed to: 108 Industrial Blvd, Americus GA 31719, or call with a credit card to 229-924-0268.

What better gift can there be during the holiday season than to save the life of an orphan. With your help, we can continue to save lives, one animal at a time.

Click here for here for the printable press release
 



 
 

Halloween "Pics With Pets"


 

 

Sumter Humane Society News

September 2011 Newsletter

 

 

Job Announcement


Position: Volunteer Coordinator
 

This is not a paying position. It is strictly a volunteer position.

 

Hours: will be very flexible; will ordinarily set their own schedule  

 

Preferred Qualifications: Prefer history of employment in the veterinary or grooming industry; history of using photo editing software, and experience with basic website updates and/or managing photographs on a basic website.

General Job Description: Would train in every aspect of every job within the shelter to train other volunteers. Would receive all volunteer applications, train those volunteers, and set schedules for each volunteer. Once a volunteer was completely trained, they would move up to a higher level in order to train new volunteers.

*We are in dire need of a volunteer coordinator. We have so many people offering to volunteer, but with limited staff, we do not have the resources to train each volunteer. Please consider doing something meaningful and worthwhile. All of the animals within our shelter would benefit from whoever is chosen for this position.

*Please fill out an application at SHS anytime between 12pm-5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday, or 12pm-4pm on Saturdays.

When submitting your application, please bring all applicable materials including professional reference information and resume.

Thank you for your interest in working with Sumter Humane Society!
 

 

We have a new fundraiser!
If you love having your families picture made, this fundraiser is for you!
 All money collected will directly benefit Sumter Humane Society!
We will have more details very soon!
see our upcoming events

 
Can You Help!
We need Volunteers for our orphans....to socialize, love, bathe, and just be there for our babies...If you are interested in volunteering please contact the shelter at 229-924-0268 or stop by...We also need help on offsite adoptions and transporting our orphans if you are interested!!!
 



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Sumter Humane Society is offering naming opportunities for:

  • Adult Dog Kennel Room: $35,000
  • Puppy Kennel: $25,000
  • Cat Room: $25,000
  • Reception: $25,000
  • Surgery/Medical Clinic: $15,000
  • Cat Habitat: $12,000
  • Kitchen: $8,000
  • TLC Ward/Isolation: $7,500
  • Grooming Room #1: $7,000

Cages, individual kennels and equipment are also available for naming. For costs, questions or further information, call the shelter at 924-0268 or Michelle Andrews at 928-0944.  

 

Wish & Needs List          

  • Monetary donations

  • Paper towels

  • Toilet paper

  • Dish Soap (Dawn, Ajax, etc)

  • Laundry Detergent

  • Pine Sol

  • Bleach

  • Odoban (available at Sam’s)

  • Towels

  • Gallon size Ziploc Bags

  • Glass Cleaner (Windex, etc)

  • Multipurpose Cleaner (409, etc)

  • Cat Toys

  • Cat Trees

  • Cat Litter pans

  • Cat Food/Water Bowls

  • Water buckets

  • Dog food pans

  • Dog beds (small)

  • Dog crates (wire, all sizes)

  • Carries (Pet Taxis, small)

  • General office supplies (copy paper, file folders, pens, note pads, paper clips, etc)

We are a 501c(3) organization. ALL donations are 100% tax deductible. We will be more than happy to provide you with a receipt. All items are listed in order of necessity

 
Did You Know...
GA State Law requires Rabies shot once per year for all dogs and cats.
TO NEGLECT YOUR ANIMAL IS A CRIME!!

EXAMPLES OF NEGLECT ARE:
*Lack of sufficient food and water
*Dirty or contaminated food or water
*Animal left in the sun with no possibility of shade
*Exposure to extreme heat, cold, or rain
*Leaving a collar on a dog that cuts into its neck
*Severe weight loss of an animal due to internal parasites left
 untreated
*Untreated injury, mange mites, ticks or fleas
*Unsanitary living conditions
*Animal tethered to a chain too short for the animal to move.
*Abandonment of an animal (leaving the animal to survive on
 its own or leaving it for someone else to care for without
 notification).
*Abusing or mistreating the animal in any way is cruelty and
 is punishable by law.
*It is considered a FELONY to fight or train a dog for fighting.
**To report abuse call 911 or Dept. of Agriculture at
 1-800-282-5852 (Animal Protection Department)
 
Need help with the cost of
Spay & Neutering your pet? Ask about 
SNAP - Spay/Neuter Assistance Program
 


Sumter Humane Society has t-shirts for sale! We have long-sleeved, short sleeved, and in every color imaginable! Don't live near the shelter? No problem! We can ship! Please click here to place an order.

 
Stop by the Shelter today, adopt a forever friend. They all need homes!
Visit Our Adoption Center
 
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Spay/Neuter Excuses
We hear excuses every day on why people don't spay and neuter their animals. We want everyone to know that there is NO EXCUSE! If you plan on breeding your animal, you must have a breeder's license from the Georgia Department of Agriculture. We have a very affordable Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program. Please contact the shelter for details on how you would qualify. Our stipulations have changed, if you didn't previous qualify, you certainly may now! It isn't uncommon for Sumter Humane Society to receive 40+ kittens and 30+ puppies in one day. These numbers are astronomical, and they can be prevented!
Please do your part!

 
Needed!!
The Sumter Humane Society is in dire need of a large chest type freezer. If anyone has a freezer that they would like to donate please contact the shelter at 924-0268.
 
Donations are the life of any non-profit organization and the Sumter Humane Society is no exception. 
Mail your donations to:
Sumter Humane Society
108 Industrial Blvd.
Americus, GA 31719

      

Name opportunities... put your name in the hall of fame, have a kennel or a cat area named after you in the Sumter Humane Society's new shelter. Cages, individual kennels and equipment are also available for naming.
 
ADOPTION


Cats $125.00
Fee Includes: Spay/Neuter, FVCRP Vaccination & includes FELV vaccine for cats, Rabies Shot, Microchip, Worming, Feline Leukemia and FIV test, Vaccinations for FIV are not included


Dogs $125.00
Fee Includes: Spay/Neuter, DHLPP Vaccination, Rabies Shot, Microchip and Parasite Check and Worming.

All dogs are now also started on heartworm prevention
 
 
 

Sumter Humane Society
Sumter Humane Society
108 Industrial Blvd.
Americus, GA  31719
229-924-0268

shumanes@att.net
 


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02.05.10

OFFICERS
Ruth Olson
Operations Manager
 
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Michelle Andrews, President
Blue Argo, Rec. Secretary
Betty Hewitt
Carl Tott, Treasurer
Tinka Newman
Linda Kidd
Rob Brown
ML Littlejohn
Karen Newton
Trina Shattles
Channon Thurmond
Lisa Whitaker
Doug Larsen
Board Members Emeritus
Martha Dykes
Charlie Smith

 

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