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How the ASPCA Saves Thousands of Animals by Moving Them

How the ASPCA Saves Thousands of Animals by Moving Them

Shelter overcrowding and a lack of resources can lead to tons of otherwise healthy cats and dogs being euthanized. The ASPCA is working to limit this issue with its Animal Relocation Program, which has successfully relocated more than 200,000 animals since its inception in 2014.

How America Saved Millions of Pets—By Moving Them

How America Saved Millions of Pets—By Moving Them

The dusty white cargo plane stood out among the gleaming corporate jets, as did its passengers: 48 barking dogs, newly arrived at the private air terminal at Hanscom Field, outside of Boston. They had left Mississippi that morning with their health certificates taped to their 

OCHS Receives Grant from Petco Love

OCHS Receives Grant from Petco Love

Newly Named Petco Love Invests in Lifesaving Work of the OktibbehaCounty Humane Society Grant of $50,000 will help save more pet lives in north central Mississippi Starkville, MS (April 26, 2021) – The Oktibbeha County Humane Society (OCHS) announced today a $50,000 grant investment from 

OCHS Receives “I Care for Animals” Car Tag Grant

OCHS Receives “I Care for Animals” Car Tag Grant

The Oktibbeha County Humane Society (OCHS) has been awarded a $3,000 “I Care for Animals” car tag grant from the Mississippi Board of Animal Health.  The funds will be used as part of their spay/neuter initiative.  OCHS was founded in 1978 with a mission to 

OCHS Receives $150,000 Grant From PetSmart Charities

The Oktibbeha County Humane Society (OCHS) has received a $150,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to support the OCHS/Fido Fixers Spay and Neuter Clinic, OCHS’s low-cost spay and neuter program for pet owners with financial obligations that limit their ability to afford the surgery. Since May