Living and Loving: A New Life After Hoarding
Ripley, a four-year-old Chihuahua was transported from a local home with dozens of dogs and cats when the owners/guardians had become overwhelmed.
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From Excruciating Dental Pain to A New Loving Family
When we met Jupiter, a 2-year-old Pitbull mix, at an overcrowded public shelter, we were immediately smitten with her affectionate and gentle personality. She charmed everyone she met! But one look in her mouth told a different story. Jupiter was in urgent need of major dental surgery—a procedure that can
Pints for Paws, Berkeley Humane’s 8th Annual Craft Beer Festival, Invites You to Drink Beer and Save Animals!
Berkeley Humane today announced its eighth annual craft beer festival that raises badly needed funds to save the lives of cats and dogs. All funds raised go directly to the medical and behavioral needs of Berkeley Humane’s dogs and cats.
Game, Set, Match. How Charlie’s Love of Tennis Saves Lives
We’re amazed at Charlie’s dedication to help the animals of Berkeley Humane!
Make a Dog’s Day – Free Virtual Classes for Every Pet Family
Join Berkeley Humane and Subaru for a fun-filled series of free workshops on Thursday, October 21st that reinforce the special bond we have with our dogs.
What’s Next For Pets, Post-Pandemic?
By Nancy Frensley, Berkeley Humane Training Manager Earlier this year, national publications issued news reports that pets adopted during pandemic closures were being returned to shelters in large numbers as people returned to their jobs – despite no evidence to support these claims. Since the very idea that people would
12 Plants That Are Toxic to Pets
If you suspect your pet may have ingested a potentially toxic substance, call animal poison control at 888-426-4435 or contact your local veterinarian as soon as possible. A beautiful houseplant or a blooming garden can brighten up any home, but before you pick up or plant something new, get familiar with 12 of the most common household and garden
Bayer and Berkeley Humane to Host Pet Adopt-a-Thon
Join Berkeley Humane, Bayer, and NBC Bay Area/Telemundo 48 at our Adopt-a-thon, Bark (& Meow) Around the Block, on Saturday September 18th, 10 AM to 4 PM.
Expert Medical Care + Professional Training = Love!
We will never know why this puppy was abandoned on the side of a busy road. She was sick, scared, and helpless. She was only a few steps away from being killed by a car, but was brought to Berkeley Humane in time. When she arrived she was suffering from
Thanks to You, Sweet Pea Can Wiggle Her Butt Again!
In April, Berkeley Humane rushed to save a small dog in big pain. A local stray we named Sweet Pea had been hit by a car. X-Rays revealed that the bones connecting her tail to her spine were broken. While the accident didn’t break her back nor paralyze her, she