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Woofstock $10,000 Challenge

  • August 22, 2019
  • Elizabeth

Berkshire Humane Society Seeks 250 Runners & Walkers for This Year’s Woofstock to Secure $10,000 Gift to Benefit Shelter Animals Berkshire Humane Society has received a generous offer from an anonymous donor, one that encourages the dog-loving community to participate in Woofstock, the shelter’s... Continue Reading

Woofstock 5K & Dog Walk

  • August 6, 2019
  • Elizabeth

WOOFSTOCK 2019 AT THE COMMON IN PITTSFIELD Berkshire Humane Society’s 5K Race & Downtown Dog Walk Benefiting Animals On Sunday, September 8, The Common goes to the dogs during Berkshire Humane Society’s Woofstock, an annual 5K Run and Downtown Dog Walk celebrating people and... Continue Reading

2019 Berkshire Humane Society Sweatshirt Preorders

  • July 27, 2019
  • Elizabeth

Order your new Berkshire Humane Society sweatshirt today! Pre-order deadline is Sunday, August 4th. $25 – District Perfect Tri-Long Sleeve Hoodie in Grey FrostThis long-sleeve t-shirt is gray with a hood and purple ink. NO pockets.Details: 4.5-ounce 50/25/25 poly/combed ring spun cotton/rayon; Tear-away label;... Continue Reading

Protect Your Pet: Rabies & Microchip Clinic

  • March 8, 2019
  • Elizabeth

Berkshire Humane Society to Offer Rabies Vaccinations, Microchipping and Pittsfield Dog Licenses to Pet Owners On Saturday, March 23, Berkshire residents may bring their dog or cat to Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) for a rabies vaccine and microchip. The shelter will also sell dog... Continue Reading

Grand Opening of Catwalk Boutique in Lenox

  • March 6, 2019
  • Elizabeth

Berkshire Humane Society Celebrates the Official Opening of a Second Resale Shop Benefiting Homeless Animals On April 6, Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) will celebrate the Grand Opening of Catwalk Boutique in downtown Lenox. Patrons are invited to stop by between 10am and 5pm to... Continue Reading

Be Hip & SNIP Your Dog

  • February 7, 2019
  • Elizabeth

BE HIP & SNIP YOUR DOG AT BERKSHIRE HUMANE SOCIETY BHS Awarded Grant to Support Low-cost Spaying & Neutering Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) has received a grant for $18,000 from the Massachusetts Animal Coalition’s (MAC) License Plate Program to continue providing low-cost spay/neuter services... Continue Reading

Lenox Clothing Drive 11/11-12

  • October 24, 2018
  • Elizabeth

Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) will open the doors of its new Catwalk Boutique in Lenox for a two-day clothing drive on Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12. From 11am to 3pm, the public is invited to drop off donations and take a sneak... Continue Reading

New Catwalk Boutique to open in Lenox

  • September 24, 2018
  • Elizabeth

PITTSFIELD, September 24, 2018  Berkshire Humane Society to Open Catwalk Boutique in Lenox Clothing Drive Kicks Off Sept. 24th Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) will open a second location of Catwalk Boutique, its successful women’s resale shop, in downtown Lenox this coming winter/spring. Dates are... Continue Reading

Woofstock 2018 Press Release

  • August 6, 2018
  • Elizabeth

PITTSFIELD, August 6, 2018  BERKSHIRE HUMANE SOCIETY & PITTSFIELD COOPERATIVE BANK PRESENT WOOFSTOCK 2018 New 5K Race, Downtown Dog Walk, Craft Fair, Live Music to Benefit Homeless Animals Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) will host its annual fundraising dog walk, Woofstock, on Sunday, September 9... Continue Reading

Heat Advisory for Pets

  • June 29, 2018
  • Elizabeth

June 29, 2018 Press Release Berkshire Humane Society advises all residents of the Berkshires and surrounding areas to be mindful of their pets’ safety during the forecasted heat wave. With expected temperatures in the 90s and an even higher heat index, it is extremely... Continue Reading