Douglas County Humane Society
The Douglas County Humane Society is a group of volunteers determined to make a lasting
difference in the quality of life for animals in Douglas County.
P.O.Box 747, Douglasville, GA 30133
678-838-9123
The Douglas County Humane Society is not a shelter nor do we operate one.
We are a support system for pet owners and animal lovers in our community.
This society is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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Douglas County Humane Society Annual Car and Dog Show.
Thank You
April 17, 2010 Villa Rica, Georgia
"I’m
not sure anyone could have a more perfect day for any
outdoor event. Saturday morning was cool, clear and crisp
as the sun came up and the volunteers worked feverishly
getting the final preparations completed.
As
the sun warmed the day, there was a steady stream of great
vehicles as folks from all over came to enjoy a terrific
day of music, food, fun, cars and of course lots of dogs.
Each year the Douglas County Humane Society puts on a
magnificent local show that includes all of the above
along with a fun dog show. Hosted by Sam Memmolo of
Shadetree Mechanic, Crank & Chrome and most recently, Two
Guys Garage on Speed, this show has really grown over the
past 4 years. With several hundred vehicles registered
and hundreds of spectators, this show is truly something
to experience.
The
Douglas County Humane Society, which is an all-volunteer,
non-profit organization provides several services for
animal and their owners. They provide assistance for Spay
and Neuter, a Pet Pantry to assist folks during tough
economic times with pet food, assistance locating
veterinary services, and they work feverishly to help
reduce the reproduction number of pets that are needlessly
euthanized due to careless over-population.
Most everyone who attended this year’s show will tell you
how much fun it was and they’ll rave about the food,
music, vendors and all of the terrific vehicles on
display. The show is an open show with thirty-five
trophies and awards presented after judging by an AMCA
certified judge, Mr. Roy (Smitty) Smith. If you have a
vehicle, no matter what it is, you were able to register
for the show with a donation of $20 per vehicle and $15
for motorcycles.
Most car people are dog owners and this unique venue
allows them to show off their specialty vehicle as well as
their dogs. Lots of great sponsors help to provide a very
well run show known for the best goody bags in the
business, terrific door prizes, and the usual 50/50
raffles as well as silent auction, live auction, a sale
table full of great merchandise and a very classy DJ, Ray
Deluca providing all your favorite music. In attendance
were folks from Indiana, Minnesota, Georgia, South
Carolina and Alabama. We also enjoyed all the car clubs
that showed up to support our cause. The Georgia
Outsiders, The Fiero Club, the Push Rods, the Coachmen and
several others came out in force to help make our event a
success.
Be
sure to make plans to attend the 2011 show. All the
information will be posted on two websites.:
www.ShadetreeMechanic.com
or www.DouglasCountyHumaneSociety.org
The
Douglas County Humane Society would like to thank everyone
who helped, participated and visited with us and we hope
to see you all again next year for an even bigger and
better event!"
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Many Pets May Loose Homes As households are caught in the economic downturn, over a million cats and dogs are at risk of becoming homeless. According to national financial estimates, approximately one in 171 homes in the U.S. is in danger of foreclosure due to the subprime mortgage crisis.
To avoid or ease the heartbreak of losing an animal companion due to economic hardship, think of alternatives ahead of time:
See if friends, family or neighbors can provide temporary foster care for pets until the household situation gets better. If moving into a rental property, get written permission in advance that pets are allowed. Contact rescue groups or your humane society well before moving. If a rescue agrees to take the pet, provide medical records, behavior information and anything else that might help the pet find a new home. See www.Spotsociety.org for rescue resources.
Everyone is being affected by the current economic crisis in some way. Community animal shelters and rescue groups are all seeing an increase in homeless pets, most are now full and are experiencing a decrease in the donations they rely on.
Please help in any way you can:
* Adopt a homeless pet. See our Available Animals Page, go to www.Petfinders.com , or visit your County's Animal Shelter at 1755 County Services Road, Douglasville. *Donate used blankets, towels, pet or cleaning supplies to the Douglas County Animal Shelter. (If you want to donate money, please be aware...Any cash that is donated to the Douglas County Animal Shelter goes to the Douglas County General Fund, for the county budget, NOT TO THE ANIMALS. Make sure if you want to donate cash or on this website, see the DONATE button, direct it to the Douglas County Humane Society and specify "what" you want your money to go towards.
i.e.; Help for Douglas County Shelter Animals, We will purchase needed items for the shelter and avoid your donation being lost to the County General Fund. Pet Pantry food purchases, Spay/Neuter for homeless animals or those where owners cannot afford spay/neuter...etc.
*Become a member of your Humane Society *Volunteer for...Pet Pantry, Flood Damage Repair (January, February), Car Show helpers (April)
www.DouglasCountyHumaneSociety.org 678 - 838 - 9123
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