Help the CHS animals on #GivingTuesday

We have a day for giving thanks. We have a day or two dedicated to shopping deals. Now, we have #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, people around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and It’s a simple idea that Cascades Humane

I’m a Shelter Pet – Why Should You Adopt Me?

You’ll save two lives – The life of the animal that you adopted and the life of the animal that’s going to take its place at the shelter. You’ll save money – Most pets end up homeless through no fault of their own—”moving” and “finances” are the top reasons people give for surrendering their pets,

CHS Receives Outstanding Performance Award

Sue Chambers, Director of Operations, and Carmela Lazarus, Marketing and Volunteer Coordinator of Cascades Humane Society were present at the Michigan Pet Fund Alliance “No Kill” Conference, on Thursday, September 5 to receive an award for outstanding performance. “This award, for Outstanding Limited Admission Shelter with the greatest number of adoptions, is a huge honor,”

Never Without a Dog to Love

On Saturday, August 2nd we had to let our beautiful lab/chow mix, Kady, leave this earth in peace to go join her sisters, Keeba and Kelsey. Vern and I were just heartbroken. She was extra special to us because she was our first dog together and was my 1st experience raising a puppy. She came

Why Spay/Neuter Your Pet

The decision to spay or neuter your pet is an important one for pet owners. But it can be the single best decision you make for his long-term welfare. What does it mean • “Spaying” is the surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus. • “Neutering” is the surgical removal of the testicles. • Fixing,