Educational Humane Society by Tina Astacio

Educational Humane Society Article Hello students of East Hamilton!! I’m Tina Astacio from Eye of the Storm Newspaper here to bring you the news on the Hurricane Harvey dogs and cats.

The Educational Humane Society has been taking in dogs from Hurricane Harvey and now recently Hurricane Irma. They are in desperate need for donations, volunteers, and also people willing to foster these new animals. Adoptions for dogs are $85 and $25 for cats (this includes up to date shots, vaccinations, and spay or neuter). I am a recent volunteer there and have seen for myself the desperate need that the Educational Humane Society has for volunteers and fostering especially. Their mission is to provide a safe haven for homeless, injured, abused, and neglected animals in our community and advocate on their behalf. This organization has a low-kill rate (compared to the McKamy Animal Shelter) so your donations and support would be for a good cause. Helping out with this need would be a great way of performing community service as well as getting volunteer experience. Your help is needed and beneficial to this organization, there is always a job for someone to do. In the words of Gandhi, “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Don’t sit back and wait for the change, but create the outcome you want to see happen.

​Let us East Hamilton students show our Hurricane spirit by helping out the community during this trying time. We can come together as an East Hamilton union and showcase our support through being a part of helping out (however small or large) with this matter. If you have any questions or would like to get any more information on this, flyers will be posted around the school or you can also contact the Educational Humane Society by the link and phone number below.

Volunteer Positions Needed Include:
Dog Walking/ Socialization
Cat Cuddling/ Socialization
Puppy Play Time
​Enrichment
Play Groups
Dog Washing
Photography
Shelter Greeter
Off-Site Cat Caretaker
Off-Site Adoption Events
Animal Transport
Social Media
Fundraising
Data Entry/ Animal Bios
Grounds Help/ Handy Man
Fostering
Thrift Store

Donation Wish List:
​General Canned Dog and Cat Food (pâté-style preferred)
Blankets and Towels Newspapers (please remove shiny ads)
Kuranda Beds
Stainless Steel Bowls
Wire Crates of ALL sizes
Plastic Pet Carries of ALL sizes
Plastic Cat Litter Pans
Grooming Items such as: Clippers, Dryers, Shampoo, Brushes, and Combs

Kennel Supplies:
Cleaning Supplies
Heavy-Duty Hoses
Heavy-Duty Garden Sprayers
Aluminum Dish Soap
Liquid Dish Soap
Laundry Detergent

Enrichment:
Cat Toys (Jingly, Crinkly Toys, Laser Pointers, Catnip, etc.)
Dog Toys (KONG, Rawhides, Rope Toys, Interactive Toys, etc.)
Treats (Peanut Butter, Yogurt, Soft Treats, etc.)

Foster Programs:
Puppy and Kitten Food (Canned and Dried)
Milk Replacer Formula for Newborns
Bottles for Unweaned Puppies and Kittens

Equipment and Miscellaneous:
Vans, Trucks, or Cars
Working Computers and Printers
Flip Cameras
Office Supplies
Washer and Dryer
Dishwasher
Lawnmowers
Gift Cards to Grocery, Hardware, Office, and Pet Supply Stores

Volunteer Coordinator: Adrienne Koon
volunteercoordinator@heschatt.org
Educational Humane Society Contact Number:
Phone: (423) 624-5302