Pets of the Week October 24, 2011

Baxter has returned from “finishing school” at Camp Chinquapin and he has learned A LOT! At 10 months old this Boxer-mix boy plays non-stop until you call him, and then run straight into your arms. Baxter’s full of gentle, outgoing spirit — he adores playing with kids and other dogs; a nice yard where he can romp with others would be perfect for him. He’s housetrained and a proud leash walker, too!


Sausalito’s an exotic one-year-old Abyssinian mix beauty with the fine bone structure and extroverted personality her breed is known for, and a strong warm heart all her own. Sausalito’s patterned with soft brown jungle-cat spots, you’ll admire them every time she rubs her toasty soft-self against you. With her steady, supportive outlook and intelligent, tidy ways, Sausalito may become the most civilized member of your family.

The Greenwood Humane Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to the compassionate care and protection of animals.

Their purpose is to give sanctuary to abandoned, abused, and neglected animals, provide education to the public on responsible and humane pet ownership, encourage the public to spay and neuter their pets by providing low cost surgery, and encourage adoptions of those animals placed in their care.

Their adoption center is open Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm est.

Email: humane@gwdhumanesociety.org
864-942-8775 (Shelter Adoption Area)
864-223-2498 (Spay/Neuter Clinic)

Pets of the Week October 17, 2011


If you thought Snoopy set the standard for Beagle appeal, think again; beautiful 4-year old Sadie blows him away. Her heart’s big and outgoing we don’t know how her little brown and white body contains it; she’s affectionate, playful and attentive, an adoring sidekick for kids and grownups, and a delightful companion for your current family dog — cats are OK too! Run- return-snuggle is Sadie’s favorite schedule, but she also loves to leash-walk — a great time for human-Beagle conversation!


He’s as big and cozy as a Lazy Boy recliner — built for comfort right down to his soft, declawed paws — and handsomely “upholstered” in miniature tiger stripes as soft as pinwale corduroy. Oliver’s a vibrantly healthy young man and a fine snuggle companion; he was turned in by his owners because the family dogs bothered him and he couldn’t defend himself in his declawed state; now he’s looking for a home to keep tidy and a human to cherish, kids and a screened porch would be his idea of heaven.

The Greenwood Humane Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to the compassionate care and protection of animals.

Their purpose is to give sanctuary to abandoned, abused, and neglected animals, provide education to the public on responsible and humane pet ownership, encourage the public to spay and neuter their pets by providing low cost surgery, and encourage adoptions of those animals placed in their care.

Their adoption center is open Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm est.

Email: humane@gwdhumanesociety.org
864-942-8775 (Shelter Adoption Area)
864-223-2498 (Spay/Neuter Clinic)

October is Adopt-A-Dog Month

October is American Humane Association’s Adopt-A-Dog Month
What Can An Adopted Dog Bring To Your Life?

There are as many responses to that question as there are dogs in this world! That’s why — during American Humane Association’s Adopt-A-Dog Month celebration in October — we’re encouraging people to adopt a shelter dog and experience the joy of finding their own answers.

Are you looking for:

  • an exercise buddy?
  • a best friend and confidant for your child?
  • a dog you can train with to learn animal-assisted therapy?
  • a partner in agility competitions?
  • a constant companion for your favorite senior citizen?
  • a fuzzy face to greet you after a hard day at work?

An adopted dog can be all these things — and so much more!

During October dog adoption fees are reduced to $75.  Senior and “special needs” dogs are $50. All dogs are vetted — spayed/neutered, vaccinated, heartworm tested, and microchipped.

We have dogs of every size, type, age, and personality — like Rodney, Apollo, and Jenny — hoping for new homes!

The Greenwood County Animal Shelter’s Adoption Center is located at 235 Wilbanks Circle behind the Farmer’s Market and Greenwood Civic Center. The Adoption Center is open Monday through Saturday 10:00a to 5:00p. See available dogs online at www.gwdhumanesociety.org or visit the shelter and see them in-person!

Watch this short video of Penny, previously named “Sam Walton”, who was found by Sheriff’s Deputies this July locked in a car in the Wal-Mart parking lot.  It was 105 degrees outside.  Penny survived and is doing very well.  She is available to adopt and ready to meet you!

Adopt A Dog Month

Meet Penny (aka Sam Walton)

Pets of the Week October 10, 2011


Rex, a compact Retriever mix, is a low-maintenance gem of a friend, with a healthy heart as vast and accommodating as a wraparound porch, who just happens to have a reduced adoption fee of $50 because he’s 8 years old. Rex is calm, quiet and housebroken, has a low-maintenance coat, gets along fine with other pets, and enjoys being inside or out; a great match for a busy working family with kids, or a loving stay-at-home single.


Gaby’s a pristine silver tiger beauty with riveting green eyes the color of a Luna moth; hold her close and you’ll see they’re rimmed perfectly in both black and white eyeliner, unless you’re too distracted by her musical purr to pay attention. Her soft, girlish hum starts immediately, an instant compliment that says she’s as fascinated with you as you are with her. Gaby was found “stray” in 96, but she’s too lovely to wander; she belongs in your heart and your home.

The Greenwood Humane Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to the compassionate care and protection of animals.

Their purpose is to give sanctuary to abandoned, abused, and neglected animals, provide education to the public on responsible and humane pet ownership, encourage the public to spay and neuter their pets by providing low cost surgery, and encourage adoptions of those animals placed in their care.

Email: humane@gwdhumanesociety.org
864-942-8558 (Shelter)
864-223-2498 (Spay/Neuter Clinic)

Pets of the Week October 3, 2011


He’s as gloriously good looking a Border Collie as you’ll find. At 5 years old, Alamo’s full of health and vitality, and displays all the loyalty and intelligence his breed is known for — without the hyperactivity. Alamo is house-trained, easy-going and affectionate with kids, and cats are fine too, but he needs to be your “only dog.” Keenly responsive and eager to please, he’ll run to your side when you call him, and he’s great on a leash as well.


Her personality is as animated as her coat is quiet; she’ll roll on her back so you can rub her stomach without further ado, even if there’s been no ado at all. At one-year-young Tatum’s a full-grown little cat girl, happy to spend time with her roommate and keep the tidy cage they’re known for. But her true fascination is with YOU, in fact she’s so excited to “friend you” she wears herself out; purr-blasting and rubbing away, with a witty meow sound thrown in at intervals to let you know she’s listening.

The Greenwood Humane Society is a not-for-profit organization committed to the compassionate care and protection of animals.

Their purpose is to give sanctuary to abandoned, abused, and neglected animals, provide education to the public on responsible and humane pet ownership, encourage the public to spay and neuter their pets by providing low cost surgery, and encourage adoptions of those animals placed in their care.

Email: humane@gwdhumanesociety.org
864-942-8558 (Shelter)
864-223-2498 (Spay/Neuter Clinic)