Tri-City Subaru is once again donating $100 for every pet adopted during the month of October. We can't thank them enough for their support! More Ways To Love Pets! It's no secret that Subaru of New England loves pets! Each year, they designate October as our Subaru Loves Pets month. As part of the Subaru […]
Our #GivingTuesday2022 Campaign starts on November 29th! Please help Pope Memorial Humane Society-Cocheco Valley raise $20,000 on this International Day of Giving. Your support on Giving Tuesday would help so many animals get a second chance and the opportunity to find their loving forever homes! Stay tuned for the link to donate!
In honor of Valentine's Day, we've partnered with LuxGive! Starting today, we'll be running a Valentine's Vacation Auction through the month of March to benefit the animals of PMHS-CV! The theme this year is "Surf and Turf" and is perfect for small families or groups of friends looking to relax in spacious and inviting accommodations. […]
Back by popular demand We'll be doing a 50/50 Virtual Raffle next month! Starting March 1st tickets will be available for purchase until Sunday, April 2nd. We'll be announcing the winner on Monday, April 3rd at noon on Facebook Live with a furry friend! $10 for 10 tickets $25 for 30 tickets $50 for 75 […]
Frank is here to let you know about PMHS-CV's Do Good with Chipotle fundraising event on Saturday, February 3rd from 4-8pm! Stop by and mention you're there to support Pope Memorial Humane Society, or order online for pick-up with code K2N39ML and Pope Memorial Humane Society will receive a portion of your bill! View their menu […]
The PMHS-CV team hopes to see you at our Community Bake Fundraiser with Flatbread Pizza in Portsmouth on Tuesday, May 7th from 4-9pm! A portion of each pizza sold that night, both dine-in and take-out, will benefit Pope Memorial Humane Society! Plus, stop by our table on your way in to enter our raffles to […]
Buy your raffle tickets today to win 4 VIP tickets to the Sunday, October 6th game at the Cross Insurance Club at Gillette Stadium to see the New England Patriots vs the Miami Dolphins! (The Cross Insurance Club was formerly The Putnam Club) There will only be 120 raffle tickets available. The raffle will close Sunday, […]
We invite you and your dog to join us for this unique experience! Art FOR Dogs is a gallery show for DOGS! Yes - for dogs! The show is fun and easy for all types of dogs to enjoy! Featuring slobber-proof images displayed at floor level, we have a few surprises in store - both interactive and […]
We invite you and your dog to join us for this unique experience! Art FOR Dogs is a gallery show for DOGS! Yes - for dogs! The show is fun and easy for all types of dogs to enjoy! Featuring slobber-proof images displayed at floor level, we have a few surprises in store - both interactive and […]
Drive on down to our Road Toll event on Saturday, August 17th from 10 to 2! Our volunteers will be at the intersection at Oak Street and Central Avenue in Dover collecting money for the animals of PMHS-CV! No cash or change? We'll also have a QR code available so you can make a donation […]
We Need Your Help!
On February 26th, a sweet dog was found wandering along Route 16 in the middle of the night, braving the bitter cold. She had no collar or tags, but the officer who picked her up said she was incredibly friendly—grateful to have someone rescue her from the freezing temperatures.
When she arrived at our shelter, our team welcomed her with warm blankets, cozy beds, and a fresh bowl of food and water. She quickly won our hearts, greeting staff and volunteers with a wagging tail and carrying her new toys to say hello. After a required seven-day stray hold, no one came forward to claim her. So, we gave her a name that matched her sizzling personality—Fajita! A perfect mix of flavors: energetic and eager for an adventure, but just as happy to snuggle up and relax.
Once it was clear Fajita’s people weren’t coming forward, our team took over and set out to prepare her for adoption. Unfortunately, we hit our first challenge. She was not spayed and had two concerning mammary masses that needed removal. Then, after receiving a routine vaccination, she suffered a sudden reaction—collapsing, breathing heavily, and vomiting. Thanks to our quick-thinking medical team, she pulled through.
Her surgery to remove the masses and spay her went smoothly, and she recovered well, bouncing back to her joyful self—once again greeting everyone with toys in tow. But this past Sunday, things took a turn for the worse.
Our medical team discovered a spay site dehiscence, a serious complication where part of her intestine had become exposed due to an incision opening. This condition can be life-threatening, and given her age and previous surgeries, our team knew there was no time to waste. Fajita was rushed to Broadview Animal Hospital for emergency surgery.
Thankfully, the procedure was a success! Fajita is now recovering in the care of our Medical Manager and already showing signs of her happy, loving self.
Help Us Give Fajita the Second Chance She Deserves
The cost of her life-saving surgery was significant, but there was never a question—we would do whatever it took to save this special girl. She has endured so much and deserves a chance to find a loving forever home.
Fajita has a long road to recovery ahead. She’s currently on three medications and requires round-the-clock care to prevent infection. For the next two weeks, she’ll need to limit her activity, wear a cone to protect her healing incision, and be closely monitored for any complications. Thankfully, one of our dedicated vet assistants is fostering her, ensuring she gets the care, comfort, and love she needs during this critical healing period. With time and support, we know she’ll bounce back stronger than ever!
Fajita has so much love to give, and we can’t wait to see her find a family of her own. Please consider donating to help cover her surgery and aftercare as we work to get her healthy and ready for adoption. Every dollar makes a difference in giving Fajita the future she deserves.
Thank you for your support!
