Adoption is good for your health - Valley River Humane Society

Make Adoption Your Only Option...It's Good for Your Health

Shelter pets provide a sense of purpose and lessen feelings of loneliness. When you adopt, you can feel proud that you are helping an animal in need!
Adoption is good for your family - Valley River Humane Society

Make Adoption Your Only Option...It's Good for Your Family

Adopting a mature pet not only gives older animals a second chance, it often means introducing them to your family will be much easier.

Make Adoption Your Only Option...It's Good for Your Soul

When you adopt, you save a loving animal by making them part of your life and open up shelter space for another animal in need.

Valley River Humane Society - Marble, NC 28905

Valley River Humane Society is a non-profit volunteer organization with the primary goal of reducing the number of homeless animals in our community.ย  Founded in 1969 as the Cherokee Humane Society, and located on county property at the old landfill on Fairview Road in Marble, NC, VRHS received $250,000 from the estate of Lillian Clifford in 1997, which allowed us to purchase 12.5 acres in Marble, off Hwy 74 and build the present NO-KILL Shelter facility.

VRHS is staffed by caring individuals and volunteers dedicated to helping orphaned animals find forever homes. We take in about 2000 homeless pets and strays every year, split about equally between dogs and cats. Many are adopted locally, and where possible, some of our dogs are transported to other renowned humane societies for adoption in the Northeast.

We invite you to visit our facility and see for yourself the result of the hard work by our staff and volunteers. Consider becoming a member of VRHS and share in our goals of driving greater animal adoptions, promoting spay & neuter practices, advocating for sensible animal control policies, and providing a safe and healthy environment for stray and abandoned animals.

Remember, theย VRHSย is a non-profit organization under section 501(C) (3) so that your DONATIONS can be tax-deductible.

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How You Can Help

There are countless ways you can help us in our quest for paws.
You can make a donation (however big or small), join our
fundraiser events, or volunteer your time and home as a foster parent

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We are grateful to New Digs for Dogs for their kindness in providing a holiday lunch for our staff today. As an outstanding volunteer-based group, New Digs for Dogs makes significant contributions to our shelter's projects and consistently shows its appreciation for the hard work...
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
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๐ŸŽ†Please note that the shelter will be operating on a half-day schedule today, allowing employees to celebrate the holiday with loved ones. Be safe! ๐ŸŽ†
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Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter2 days ago
Updated Info:
🐕You're adopted dogs are very welcome to attend as well!
At this time, proof is not necessary 🤗
🏘 Sessions will be held at the shelter. The address is 7450 US-19 Marble, NC 28905
🕐 Sessions are typically 15-30 minutes each. If your...
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter2 days ago
๐Ÿค— KITTENS, KITTENS and more KITTENS ๐Ÿค—

Stop by our kitten room and meet these cuties โค๏ธ
From short hair, long hair, black, Grey โ€ฆ too many to list them all ๐Ÿฅฐ
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter2 days ago
What is pet enrichment? ๐Ÿค”

Pet enrichment involves activities and environmental modifications that challenge and engage a pet's mind and body, promoting natural behaviors and overall wellness. ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŒฟ

What are some of your favorite pet enrichment activities? ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿฑ
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter4 days ago
Loca is an energetic and lively dog, with a vibrant personality. Her favorite activity is playing tug-of-war. Loca would thrive in an active household. She is dog selective.

Despite being around three years old, Loca maintains the playfulness of a puppy.

Fun fact: Loca makes a purring sound when she is happy. ๐Ÿ•

To learn more about Loca, please call the shelter at 828-837-2304. ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’•๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ˜
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter5 days ago
Meet Atiyeโ€ฆ.the cuddliest , most affectionate cat you will ever meet ๐Ÿค— ๐Ÿฅฐ

This 2.5-year-old sweetheart shines as a one-of-a-kind companion. She is the type of cat that will be by your side wherever you go keeping you company. She craves human affection, curling up on your lap, giving kisses, and running to you when called. She loves being carried, cozy bed snuggles, and zooming after toys. Sheโ€™ll do great with kids (who are animal respectful) . Her small size and huge love make her irresistible.

(๐Ÿ‘‡Check out her video below that highlight her cuteness)

LAST April, she arrived at the shelter pregnant, raising her kittens in a kennel. After her kittens were adopted out, the cat room was overwhelming for her and she was in a kennel until she went into a foster home. The foster parents would keep her in a heartbeat but they have too many cats for her. She prefers being an only cat and is selective with another buddy.

Foster parents will provide a goodie bag of food, toys , cat bed and tunnel ๐Ÿ™‚

You can call the foster parents directly at 713-422-3912 or the shelter to meet this cutie pie ๐Ÿฅฐ
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter
Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter6 days ago
Huge thank you to the adopters of these wonderful cats and dogs 💕🐾🐱💕🐾🐶

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU 🥹🤗

If, for some reason, we miss getting your adoption picture, please know that we still appreciate you! Sometimes things are hectic...

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