After a canine respiratory illness spread through the state over the summer causing a statewide closure of many shelters for about a month, shelters found different ways to remedy the situation and reopen successfully. The Humane Animal Partners cut the number of dogs it houses by about 50% to 30 dogs at a time. RELATED: Del. restricts movements of shelter, …
HAP to open $3 million upgraded shelter with fewer pups
The Humane Animal Partners is unveiling its $3 million renovated Stanton/Christiana location next Wednesday with changes that will help ensure the health of its dogs and ease the burden of staff. The project, which began last November, helps with the group’s mission to ensure every animal receives the love and care they deserve. “The building could hold as many as …
Respiratory illness temporarily shuts 2 shelters’ doors to dogs
Faithful Friends Animal Society and Humane Animal Partners have temporarily stopped dog intakes and dog adoptions at their New Castle and Wilmington shelters while they treat a canine respiratory illness. “We’re taking these measures to limit the spread of the infection and help our dogs recover,” Faithful Friends announced on Facebook. “Symptoms are a cough, like a kennel cough, …
Animal Partners to host free vaccine clinic for Sussex pets
An animal welfare group will host two free wellness and vaccine clinics for Sussex County pet owners, the first Thursday, June 27, at the Bridgeville Goodwill. Humane Animal Partners, which has adoption centers in Rehoboth Beach, Wilmington and Stanton/Christiana, is sponsoring the clinics because it can be difficult for people in Sussex County to find accessible, affordable veterinary care. The …