We want to remind everyone in our community about our Pet Food Share program. These are scary times and we know many are struggling. If you are having trouble keeping food in your pet's bowl, we're here for you. Please call the shelter at 603-749-5322 x108 or email us...
Animal shelters can be exciting, overwhelming places for both humans and the animals that live there. With so many cute furry faces to consider, it’s easy to get distracted or confused. Here are some tips to keep in mind during your next shelter visit to ensure a safe...
At PMHS, we are committed to staying on the cutting edge of shelter practices and medicine. In 2018, we partnered with two UNH students to complete research in the shelter (which was then known as CVHS). Their work will help guide the future of PMHS as we work on...
It’s no secret that the tick population is exploding here in New England. Warmer winters and shorter periods of deep freezes have created the perfect environment for these creepy-crawlers to multiply. Ticks are not only a nuisance, they also carry a wide variety of...
Summer is finally here, and that means lots of fun in the sun for both you and your pets! Along with the hotter weather comes health concerns such as heat exhaustion, sunburns, and parasites. Do you know how to keep your furry friends safe and healthy this summer?...
After 35 years, change is on the horizon. Soon, our organization will no longer be known as Cocheco Valley Humane Society or CVHS. Beginning July 1, 2019, we will officially be known as Pope Memorial Humane Society. Our new name comes during a time of great...
Every year, the New Hampshire Center for Non-Profits hosts a day of charitable giving known as NH Gives. This fundraising initiative aims to bring the people of New Hampshire together as one community, supporting the charitable initiatives of the state’s non-profits....
Positive reinforcement training has become a popular concept in recent years as the animal care community moves away from more traditional, punishment and dominance-based training methods. But what exactly is positive reinforcement training? In this post, we’ll cover...
Did you know that you can help keep your cat at ease with the help of a colorless, odorless substance? Thanks to pheromone diffusers, you can! In this post, we’ll cover the benefits of using a pheromone diffuser in your home for your feline friend! What are pheromone...
As spring blossoms, so does allergy season. We know we’re suffering from allergies when we’re coughing, sneezing, or have puffy, red eyes. Our furry friends can also be affected by the uncomfortable symptoms of seasonal allergies, but they don’t necessarily show it in...
As the weather continues to get nicer, more and more dog owners will be out and about with their four-legged companions. With so many opportunities to interact with adorable pups, it’s important to remember that an unfamiliar dog must always be approached carefully....
Since the no-kill movement began in the mid 1980s, the term has become more and more prevalent in the animal rescue community. The movement began as an initiative to reform shelter practices and reduce the number of animals being euthanized in shelters every year. The...