Oktibbeha County Humane Society

PRESS RELEASE

Contact: Sherrie Wiygul
President, Oktibbeha County Humane Society
(662) 338-9093
gswiygul@yahoo.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 26, 2009

Oktibbeha County Humane Society Cares for Neglected Animals

STARKVILLE, Miss. -- The Oktibbeha County Humane Society, Inc. (OCHS) would like to remind community members of the importance of properly caring for animals year-round, but especially in the hot summer months.
As temperatures rise, it is essential that pets are provided with adequate shelter to escape the heat and, as always, have access to food and clean water at all times. And never, ever leave your animal in a parked car.
Last week, OCHS received eight pit bulls suffering from extreme malnourishment and neglect. They are currently being cared for at the Starkville Animal Shelter.
OCHS Board Member Donna Reese stated, “We are fortunate that these dogs were found before more of them died. They are being treated and will hopefully make a full recovery.”
“We appreciate the donations and concern the community has shown for these animals,” added Reese.
If you would like to make a donation to OCHS, please stop by the Starkville Animal Shelter at 510 Industrial Park Road during its operating hours of 10AM – 5 PM Monday through Friday, and 10 AM – 2PM Saturday or mail to PO Box 297, Starkville, MS 39760. All donations are tax-deductible. In addition to monetary gifts, items most needed at this time include Pedigree dog food, Nine Lives cat food, kitten food of any brand, bleach, and towels for dogs’ kennels.
Volunteers are also needed to assist the shelter with caring for the cats and dogs awaiting adoption and for special events. For more information about volunteering, please e-mail ochsvolunteer@bellsouth.net.
To report an animal in a potentially dangerous situation, please call Starkville Animal Control at (662) 323-4134, or if you live outside of city limits in Oktibbeha County, call the County Sheriff’s office at (662) 323-2421.
Founded on the belief that the community has the responsibility to treat animals humanely, OCHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and a member agency of the United Way of North Central Mississippi. The mission of OCHS is to promote domestic animal welfare and the organization seeks to fulfill this mission by providing humane education; promoting animal welfare legislation; advocating and facilitating pet sterilization; and rescuing, sheltering, and promoting adoption of abandoned animals.

Click here for an application for the OCHS Spay/Neuter Pet PALS Cost Share Program.

The City of Starkville (City Ordinance 2008-7) requires all dogs kept in the city limits to be licensed each year. Fees are $5/year for neutered animals and $10/year for animals that have not been neutered. Registration tags may be obtained at the City Animal Shelter at 510 Industrial Park Road. Renewals may be mailed to OCHS. Click here for the 2009 license application.

PLEASE JOIN US

An online membership application for Microsoft Word can be downloaded and returned to:

OCHS

P.O. Box 297
Starkville, MS 39760

OCHS is a non-profit organization supported through the contributions of generous individuals and the United Way. We are dedicated to serving the animals and people in our community. Volunteers provide food and medical care for unwanted, abused and neglected animals. We place animals into humane environments. The society promotes awareness of the need to spay/neuter animals to eliminate pet over-population. We offer educational programs and other services designed to create a more responsible and humane world.

Emergency Response Information: OCHS has developed a pet disaster kit. The Humane Society of the United States has an extensive disaster response link.


		PRESS RELEASE Contact: Sherrie Wiygul President, Oktibbeha County Humane Society (662) 338-9093 gswiygul@yahoo.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 26, 2009 Oktibbeha County Humane Society Cares for Neglected Animals STARKVILLE, Miss. -- The Oktibbeha County Humane Society, Inc. (OCHS) would like to remind community members of the importance of properly caring for animals year-round, but especially in the hot summer months. As temperatures rise, it is essential that pets are provided with adequate shelter to escape the heat and, as always, have access to food and clean water at all times. And never, ever leave your animal in a parked car. Last week, OCHS received eight pit bulls suffering from extreme malnourishment and neglect. They are currently being cared for at the Starkville Animal Shelter. OCHS Board Member Donna Reese stated, “We are fortunate that these dogs were found before more of them died. They are being treated and will hopefully make a full recovery.” “We appreciate the donations and concern the community has shown for these animals,” added Reese. If you would like to make a donation to OCHS, please stop by the Starkville Animal Shelter at 510 Industrial Park Road during its operating hours of 10AM – 5 PM Monday through Friday, and 10 AM – 2PM Saturday or mail to PO Box 297, Starkville, MS 39760. All donations are tax-deductible. In addition to monetary gifts, items most needed at this time include Pedigree dog food, Nine Lives cat food, kitten food of any brand, bleach, and towels for dogs’ kennels. Volunteers are also needed to assist the shelter with caring for the cats and dogs awaiting adoption and for special events. For more information about volunteering, please e-mail ochsvolunteer@bellsouth.net. To report an animal in a potentially dangerous situation, please call Starkville Animal Control at (662) 323-4134, or if you live outside of city limits in Oktibbeha County, call the County Sheriff’s office at (662) 323-2421. Founded on the belief that the community has the responsibility to treat animals humanely, OCHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and a member agency of the United Way of North Central Mississippi. The mission of OCHS is to promote domestic animal welfare and the organization seeks to fulfill this mission by providing humane education; promoting animal welfare legislation; advocating and facilitating pet sterilization; and rescuing, sheltering, and promoting adoption of abandoned animals. Click here for an application for the OCHS Spay/Neuter Pet PALS Cost Share Program. The City of Starkville (City Ordinance 2008-7) requires all dogs kept in the city limits to be licensed each year. Fees are $5/year for neutered animals and $10/year for animals that have not been neutered. Registration tags may be obtained at the City Animal Shelter at 510 Industrial Park Road. Renewals may be mailed to OCHS. Click here for the 2009 license application. PLEASE JOIN US An online membership application for Microsoft Word can be downloaded and returned to: OCHS P.O. Box 297 Starkville, MS 39760
OCHS is a non-profit organization supported through the contributions of generous individuals and the United Way. We are dedicated to serving the animals and people in our community. Volunteers provide food and medical care for unwanted, abused and neglected animals. We place animals into humane environments. The society promotes awareness of the need to spay/neuter animals to eliminate pet over-population. We offer educational programs and other services designed to create a more responsible and humane world. Emergency Response Information: OCHS has developed a pet disaster kit. The Humane Society of the United States has an extensive disaster response link.