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February 2019
During the entire month of February, we are excited about celebrating our 5th annual Have a Heart for Paws campaign in conjunction with our 50th Anniversary and YOU can make a difference! Interested donors can go to any of the partnering businesses during regular business hours, make a donation and write their name(s) or a message on a paw print which will then be displayed at the local business. Bentley's PETstuff – Crystal Lake Charlie's Doghouse – Crystal Lake Chilly Willie’s – Woodstock Fur Elegance Pet Salon – [...]
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If you love pets and are looking to donate your time and talents, please come to our volunteer orientation! We are looking for volunteers to make a difference, in all different ways, to support the shelter and the animals in our care. This informational meeting about Helping Paws Animal Shelter will get you started on the path to helping pets in need. Orientation starts at 1pm on the first Sunday of each month or 7pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Please contact volunteer@helpingpaws.net [...]
Find out moreMarch 2019
If you love pets and are looking to donate your time and talents, please come to our volunteer orientation! We are looking for volunteers to make a difference, in all different ways, to support the shelter and the animals in our care. This informational meeting about Helping Paws Animal Shelter will get you started on the path to helping pets in need. Orientation starts at 1pm on the first Sunday of each month or 7pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Please contact volunteer@helpingpaws.net [...]
Find out moreIf you love pets and are looking to donate your time and talents, please come to our volunteer orientation! We are looking for volunteers to make a difference, in all different ways, to support the shelter and the animals in our care. This informational meeting about Helping Paws Animal Shelter will get you started on the path to helping pets in need. Orientation starts at 1pm on the first Sunday of each month or 7pm on the third Tuesday of each month. Please contact volunteer@helpingpaws.net [...]
Find out moreApril 2019
Come meet some of our adoptable dogs from Helping Paws at Nature's Feed in Spring Grove! And while you are there, check out the store for all the great items and monthly/weekly specials. The staff at Nature's Feed is dedicated to supporting you and the health and well-being of your pets.
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Helping Paws is looking for heroes to be the voice of homeless animals in McHenry County! Register today for the annual McHenry County Human Race and choose Helping Paws as the charity of your choice to support the animals. The family fun Human Race is a unique 5K walk/run where each racer designates which charity organization will receive the proceeds of the their race registration. There are several options to register for the race and you can even just make a donation. You can also [...]
Find out moreMay 2019
Join us, weather permitting, for this fun night out dedicated to the dogs! Enjoy a delicious meal on the patio at Public House, on the historic Woodstock Square, with your four-legged BFF starting at 5pm. There will also be drink specials. Water bowls will be available for the dogs, and maybe even some treats. A percentage of the sales from the night will go directly to support the animals at Helping Paws.
Find out moreJune 2019
Come meet some of our adoptable dogs from Helping Paws at Nature's Feed in Spring Grove! And while you are there, check out the store for all the great items and monthly/weekly specials. The staff at Nature's Feed is dedicated to supporting you and the health and well-being of your pets.
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The Paws in the Park Walk & Pet Fest is our exciting family, pet-friendly event where you can bring your dog(s) and enjoy a day of fun at Emricson Park in Woodstock! Come out and enjoy a fun-filled day with many vendors, food, walk around a nature path, games and prizes, pet blessing, raffles, and more! You’ll also get a chance to meet a few of our shelter dogs that are available for adoption.
Find out moreJoin us, weather permitting, for this fun night out dedicated to the dogs! Enjoy a delicious meal on the patio at Public House, on the historic Woodstock Square, with your four-legged BFF starting at 5pm. There will also be drink specials. Water bowls will be available for the dogs, and maybe even some treats. A percentage of the sales from the night will go directly to support the animals at Helping Paws.
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