Three small dogs sit within a few feet of Patricia, each in their own bed. Waifer, a six-year-old rescue from Southern California. Molly, two years old and certain she is the center of the world. And Ellie — formerly Thea — who, just months ago, was trembling at the back of a shelter and wouldn’t let anyone touch her. Today, … Read More
It began when she was eight years old. “My journey began with community cats,” she says. “My grandmother was living in a senior facility in Hollister, and during visits we quickly noticed the large number of cats living on the property — over 60 in need of care.” At first, she and her family simply fed them. But feeding led … Read More
The votes are in, the bracket is decided, and we have our champion. After weeks of voting, four finalists emerged. Two cats. Two dogs. All personality. Champion One of the foster home’s dogs tried to sniff her. She smacked him in the face. “I knew right then I had a sassy queen,” her adopter Karina said. Chispita goes on … Read More
On a Thursday morning in late February, a litter of bottle babies – orphaned kittens too young to eat on their own – arrived at Humane Society Silicon Valley. They were days old, eyes still sealed shut, small enough to fit in your palm. By the time our logistics team had them settled, the planning for their care was already … Read More
If you’ve ever hesitated about spaying or neutering your pet, you’re not alone. And that hesitation usually comes from a good place – wanting what’s best for your pet. “That feeling comes from love,” says Dr. Witting, a veterinarian at HSSV. “You’re imagining how you would feel if someone made that decision for you. That’s empathy – and it’s a … Read More
