The Somerset-Pulaski County Humane Society was
established as a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation in June,
1989. The Society was instrumental in the building of a new
county animal shelter in the early 1990s. After an inactive
period of several years, the Society was revitalized in 2002 and
has developed into a major force for the welfare of the animals
within Pulaski County.
There have been new by-laws adopted, and a Board
of Directors now oversees the operation of the Society. Volunteers
are the backbone of the organization, and it is their dedication
that makes the Humane Society a potent force in the
community. There are currently more than 70 members, many
of whom are active in various capacities.
The work of the Society is accomplished through a number of
standing committees, which include the following:
- FUNDRAISING - responsible for securing funds
for the operation of the Society.
- MEMBERSHIP - conducts an annual membership
campaign during the month of March.
- EDUCATION - educates the community regarding
the work of the Society, the need for spaying and neutering
pets, and other issues relative to the welfare of animals in
Pulaski County.
- LEGISLATION - works at all levels of
government for the purpose of securing legislation consistent
with the purpose of the Society.
- PUBLIC RELATIONS - promotes the mission of the
Society through the media, publishes a newsletter and keeps
the residents of the County apprised of Society-sponsored
programs.
- SPAY/NEUTER - conducts monthly low-cost
spay/neuter clinics in Pulaski County.
- ADOPTION - secures permanent placement for
foster animals and other adoptable pets.
- FERAL CATS - strives to reduce the number of
feral and free-roaming cats in the community
- SPECIAL EVENTS - plans special events
sponsored by the Society.
The Society is currently doing business as the Pulaski County
Humane Society. We are deeply concerned about the welfare of
all domestic animals within the County, with the major emphasis on
dogs and cats. We believe that a pro-active spay/neuter
program is the only logical humane solution to the severe
over-population problem currently existing in the area. We
are committed to educating the community regarding the need for
responsible pet ownership, which lies at the heart of the problem.
Through the united efforts of the entire community, we hope to
significantly improve conditions for all companion
animals. We look forward to the day when there will be no
more homeless pets in Pulaski County. |
