Missing…Every Pet Owner’s Worst Nightmare
Shelter work is never easy. This past week was particularly difficult for the dedicated staff at 214 Barker Rd. in Pittsfield. Late Sunday afternoon, less than a week ago, a puppy escaped from the property, slipping free from the people hoping to adopt him.... Continue Reading
Are You In Love With Your Pet?
Tell us about it! We’re looking for furry love stories of animals that you adopted from Berkshire Humane Society. In 300 words or less, tell us what makes your pet pal so perfect, and why you believe in supporting your local shelter. If you... Continue Reading
CHSS: Cannabidiol (CBD) & Pets…
Berkshire Humane Society’s Coffee Hour Speaking Series presents Cannabidiol (CBD) & Pets: A Natural Alternative for Pain and Inflammation on March 25th at 2pm with Cheryl Hutto, owner of www.HeroHemp.com. Cheryl’s elderly standard poodle, Hutto, was able to find relief from arthritic pain through CBD oils. All... Continue Reading
100 Cats for Christmas: Another Great Success!
“This program means so much to me,” said Shannon Truden. She was standing in the lobby of Berkshire Humane Society surrounded by dozens of cat carriers. It was 7a.m. on a frigid Wednesday in December, one of several days scheduled to accept cats into... Continue Reading
Catwalk Boutique – Designing Mannequins with Mimi
At Berkshire Humane Society, we are so lucky to have so many dedicated, passionate, and knowledgeable volunteers – like Mimi, who manages Catwalk Boutique in Great Barrington. Ever wondered how to mix and match patterns and contrasting elements? Check out this video to learn how... Continue Reading
Registration Now Open for School Break Camp Humane
PITTSFIELD, December 5, 2017 Berkshire Humane Society’s Humane Education program is now accepting registration for two upcoming sessions of School Break Camp Humane. Designed for children who love animals – and for parents looking to enrich their children’s winter and spring breaks – School... Continue Reading
Berkshire Humane Society Offers 5th Annual “100 Cats for Christmas”
For the 5th year, Berkshire Humane Society has received a grant from the Massachusetts Animal Coalition’s (MAC) license plate program, which will support our 100 Cats for Christmas initiative during the month of December. 100 Cats for Christmas is the shelter’s largest and most... Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Day Purradise Donation Drive
Purradise will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 10am – noon to accept donations. We’re looking for the following cleaning supplies: Bleach Hand and Dish Soap Bounty Paper Towels Kitchen Trash Bags Kitchen Mop & Bucket Lysol Wipes Green Works Multi-Surface Cleaner Hand Sanitizer... Continue Reading
Benefits of Adopting A Senior
Often when people come to the shelter to adopt, they are looking for a puppy or a kitten, or an animal withing its first few years of life. Berkshire Humane Society receives weekly calls and emails asking about babies, and when we do have... Continue Reading
We Need Your Help: Seeking Foster Families
If you love animals, Berkshire Humane Society needs your help! We’re looking for foster families to provide temporary homes for cats, dogs, and small animals who are in need of medical care, emergency housing for families in crisis or transition, or just a little... Continue Reading