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Pet of the Week: Charlie
Aloha kākou! My name is Charlie and I am the Maui Humane Society’s Pet of the Week. I’m looking for an ‘ohana who will show me the kind, patient love I’ve been waiting for. Could that be you? Let’s meet and I can show you just how silly I am!
Maui Humane Society issues urgent call for fosters
The Maui Humane Society released an urgent call for people to help foster animals as they prepare for a large-scale intake of dogs connected to a Humane Enforcement case. The shelter is already full, with zero open kennels, and they are hoping to make space to care for incoming animals, according to a news release.
Maui Humane Society program helps dogs shine, creating a national model for success
“It is really meaningful to us, that we get to help save animals we don’t even know. It’s wild to think about how far it’s spreading.”
Resilient, loving pup looking for relaxing home
This Wags ‘N Whiskers Wednesday, KHON2 features a pup found wandering Lahaina in 2023 shortly after the devastating wildfires. According to the Maui Humane Society, JT is the definition of resilience and love after he was found chained to a tree, crying for help.
WATCH: 70 lb Maui pup rescued from pond
A Maui pup is back home with her family after finding herself in a difficult situation and it’s all thanks to Maui Humane Society’s Humane Enforcement Officers.
Stray Dog Is Found Looking Disoriented — And Rescuers Are Shocked To Learn Why
Hashbrown was found wandering alone on the island of Maui looking extremely confused and disoriented. He had no microchip or collar and seemed well and truly lost. Maui Humane Society took him in and immediately discovered why he was so confused.
Federal funding cuts affect Lahaina fire survivors working at the Maui Humane Society
“For about the past year or so, we’ve had funding from the National Dislocated Workers Grant program to employ some of our local Lahaina wildfire survivors at our shelter,” she said. “This included team members who directly care for the animals. They contribute to the safety of the animals. One of our team members fundraises for the animals.”
Dislocated Workers Grant Program
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Fed cuts hit Maui Humane Society
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Maui Humane Society contending with federal cuts
With short notice, funding was lost that employed Lahaina wildfire survivors through the National Dislocated Workers Grant program. It reportedly provided support of essential daily care and safety for animals and team members.
Maui Humane Society loses federal funding
“With less than 24 hours notice, we’ve lost funding that employed Lahaina wildlife survivors at our shelter, via the National Dislocated Workers Grant program.” – Maui Humane Society
Rell Sunn is ready to steal your heart at Maui Humane Society
Three-year-old Rell Sunn and his nine siblings were handed to the Maui Humane Society after the owner sadly passed away in June. Though his siblings have been adopted, Rell Sunn is still waiting to “ride the waves of life with a new ohana.” Officials said this pup is shy when you first meet him but after a calm and gentle introduction, Rell Sunn will show off his heart full of love and playfulness.