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Vaccine Clinics Updated to Allow for More Pets!

September 26, 2023

HSHA made significant changes to the way Vaccine Clinics are organized to allow for more pet owners to get needed vaccines and other services for their owned pets.

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Media Alert: It’s Christmas in July at the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area’s Adopt-a-Thon

July 17, 2023

We may be experiencing a summer heat wave, but the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area (HSHA) is celebrating like its Christmas Day!  HSHA’s annual Christmas in July Adopt-a-Thon features a reduced adoption rate of $20 for all dogs and $10 for cats, kittens and critters.  The reduced adoption rate still includes spay/neuter surgery, microchip and basic vaccines!

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Humane Society of Harrisburg Area Welcomes New CFO, Veterinarian, and Board Member

July 17, 2023

The Humane Society of Harrisburg Area (HSHA) has started off the second half of 2023 by filling three key roles in the organization.  HSHA hired Brittany Leggore, CPA as Chief Financial Officer and hired Dr. Kelsi Nagy as Shelter Veterinarian.  In addition, Marley Warren of SEK CPAs & Advisors has been named Treasurer of the Board of Directors.

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BISSELL Pet Foundation Partners with MetLife Pet Insurance for Summer National “Empty the Shelters” July 6-31

July 1, 2023

From July 6 to July 31, BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Summer National “Empty the Shelters” will occur at more than 335 shelters in 44 states with pets available for adoption for just $50 or less, including the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area (HSHA).

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Executive Director Amy Kaunas Selected as a 2023 Women of Influence Honoree by Central Penn Business Journal

May 10, 2023

Central Penn Business Journal has selected Amy Kaunas, Executive Director, Humane Society of Harrisburg Area) as a 2023 Women of Influence honoree.Women of Influence honors high-achieving women for their career accomplishments. These women are selected based on their professional experience, community involvement and commitment to mentoring. The honorees were selected by the publisher and editors of the Central Penn Business Journal.

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Press Release: March Muttness Virtual Tournament for animal shelters begins!

February 28, 2023

March has arrived and so has the start of March Muttness 2023! This bracket-style tournament includes dozens of teams, or shelters, from across the country and will benefit homeless pets from Hawaii to New England. March 1 marks the start of Round One: All Tails In.  Humane Society of Harrisburg Area is participating in March Muttness for the first time.

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