Published Amery Free Press, Osceola Sun Nov 11, 2025

Our fabulous feline Pet of the Week is Sasha, the adorable 7-month-old brown mitted tabby who came in with her campsite-crashing pal, Binx (who is also still adoptable!). Sasha is affectionate, playful, and ready to find a forever home where she can shine. She’s spent her time here exploring, playing and cuddling hard, and bringing a smile to the face of everyone she meets. Of course, if you’d like a duo adoption — Binx would gladly join the fun! While Sasha is front and center this week, we also have several other adoptable cats and kittens waiting for their match.

On the canine side, we’ve got some wonderful, adoptable dogs. For example, Gary, a 3-year-old Husky mix with a sleek coat, quiet confidence, and a love of outdoor adventures. Keep an eye out for Oscar, a 4½-year-old Dachshund & Spaniel mix who loves lounging next to you, belly rubs, and gentle walks. No matter the size or age, there’s a four-legged friend here waiting for the right home.

In honor of Veterans Day this week, we want to shine a light on the Pets for Patriots program. Pets for Patriots is a nonprofit dedicated to helping U.S. military veterans and Gold Star families adopt companion pets — giving at-risk shelter animals a second chance and veterans a loving friend. Through the program, qualified veterans can receive largely discounted (or even waived) adoption fees, a one-time $200 pet retail gift card, discounts on veterinary telehealth services, and access to affordable services and pet products. The eligible pets include companion dogs or cats at least 2 years old, or any age animal with special needs, or dogs over 40 lbs, or homeless more than six months. If you are a veteran interested in adopting, visit petsforpatriots.org for details.

This Saturday, November 15, join us at UW Wanderoos in Amery starting at 2:30 PM for the Wanderoos Area Lions Club meat raffle — all proceeds benefit our shelter animals.

Santa will be at AMHS on Saturday, November 29 from 2 PM to 4 PM! Join us for pet photos, cookies, cider, and gifts for pets from Santa! We will provide you with an electronic copy of your photo(s) and/or we can take your photo with your personal device. This is a free will donation event – any proceeds go directly to helping our animals.

We are located at 185 Griffin St E in Amery. Our hours are Monday through Friday from 12 PM to 5 PM, and Saturday 12 PM to 4 PM. Give us a call at (715) 268-7387 or check us out online at arnellhumane.org.

Published Amery Free Press, Osceola Sun Nov 4, 2025

Who is this uniquely handsome young man? It’s Mack – our pet of the week. This 2½-year-old Husky has a gorgeous brown and white fluffy coat and the classic Husky attitude — talkative, opinionated, and always ready to “debate” when you tell him to do something. At just over 50 pounds, Mack isn’t the biggest dog around, but when he leans in for love, he feels like a Mack truck — hence the name!

Mack came to us as a stray and was never reclaimed. He’s more than ready to find his forever family now. Mack loves people and thrives on attention and adventure. He’ll need a home without cats and may be selective about his canine companions, but when it comes to humans, his heart is wide open.

If Mack isn’t striking your fancy, no worries — we have plenty of other great dogs waiting to meet you! There’s Oscar, a grumbly (but sweet) black and white Husky mix; Charlie, a fun-loving Corgi/Blue Heeler puppy; Robbie, a sweet adult Shih Tzu mix; and Jax, a one-year-old Pit Bull who just might be the happiest guy on earth. At the very least he is the happiest guy in the shelter!

Cat lovers, we haven’t forgotten about you! We currently have 20+ cats and kittens available for adoption. One of them, Aviva, has been waiting over 90 days for her new family, and we can’t figure out why. She’s an affectionate, gentle girl who would fit seamlessly into almost any home — though she’d love a calm environment best. We also have five playful male kittens — two grey and white, and three buff and white — who bring a burst of fun wherever they go.

As the weather cools down, now’s a great time to do a quick fall checkup for your pet(s). Make sure outdoor animals have warm, dry shelter out of the wind, and double-check that your pet’s microchip and ID tags are up to date before winter arrives. Fleas and ticks can still be active in the fall, so continue preventatives until temperatures stay consistently below freezing. And if you’re using antifreeze, remember it’s toxic to pets — clean up spills immediately and store it safely out of reach.

Just a friendly reminder - we’re still collecting your favorite Arnell memories and stories from the past 25 years. Please email them to amhspets@amerytel.net or send us a message on Facebook — we’d love to hear from you.

Come visit us at 185 Griffin St E in Amery. We’re open Monday through Friday from 12 PM to 5 PM and Saturday from 12 PM to 4 PM. You can also give us a call at (715) 268-7387 or visit us on Facebook!

Published Amery Free Press, Osceola Sun Oct 21, 2025

Our pet of the week this week is CJ! This 3-year-old Australian Cattle Dog is a 45-pound trifeca of awesome—smart, loyal, and completely unfazed by being deaf. Yep – he’s deaf, but don’t let that fool ya—CJ’s sharp as a tack and ready to herd squirrels, kids, or your every move. He’s looking for a home where he can flex his working-dog smarts and soak up all your chatter. He’s the perfect co-worker for someone who always has a project (or two), preferably outside. CJ’s also the ultimate listener—nods along, never cuts you off, and you can tell him anything – he’ll never share your secrets.

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and we’re pushing hard to get Bronx (70+ days) and Hugo (50 days) into homes. Their adoption fees are waived with an approved application, and both boys are ready to trade kennel life for couch life.

Bronx, our almost 6-year-old Doberman mix, is a total sweetheart who loves people and most dogs. His old family adored him, but another dog at home was a bully. Let’s get Bronx settled in time for his 6th birthday—stop by and meet him!

Then there’s Hugo, our sassy, fluffy Husky with jokes and charm for days. He’s got that classic Husky humor and a personality that fills a room. We’ve also got Mack (a brown Husky mix) and Oscar (a Husky/Malamute mix) if you’re into that wolfy vibe.

Prefer your dogs low to the ground? Enter Bert and Ernie, two-year-old small breed mixes who rolled in as strays. They’re neutered, hilarious, and don’t need to be adopted as a duo—though we won’t blame you if you can’t pick just one.

5J’s Sports Bar in Centuria is throwing their weekly meat raffle on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 3pm, with six rounds of meat and a 50/50 cash round to cap it off—and this week it is to support Arnell’s animals! 5J’s is located at 418 4th Street in Centuria - come grab a drink, try to win some delicious prizes (or cash), and help us continue our mission.

Before Halloween hits, a quick reminder: stash the candy (especially chocolate and sugar-free treats), skip the glow sticks (no one wants a neon-drooling pet), and keep decorations pet-safe. Wagging tails and open flames don’t mix!

Come meet our adoptable pets at 185 Griffin St. E, Amery—no appointment needed! We’re open weekdays 12–5pm and Saturdays 12–4pm. Reach us by phone at (715)268-7387 or check us out on Facebook or at arnellhumane.org.