Our Favorite Feel-Good Story of the Month

After years of waiting, Millie has found her forever family! Just look at her snoozing peacefully in her new home. This sweet girl spent far too long dreaming of a family to call her own and that dream finally came true. Millie’s journey is a testament to patience, hope, and the power of second chances. Her new family saw the wonderful soul we’ve known all along, and now she’s living the life she always deserved!

June Adoptions

June was a joyful month at GMHS, filled with wagging tails, happy purrs, and heartwarming goodbyes as 98 pets found loving new homes! From playful puppies to wise senior cats, each adoption is a celebration of second chances, and it's all thanks to our compassionate community of adopters, volunteers, and supporters. We’re so grateful to everyone who opened their hearts and homes to a shelter pet this month. Here's to a summer of love, new beginnings, and forever families!

June Shelter Snapshot

The generous support of staff, volunteers, and donors enables GMHS to provide daily care, cover special medical needs, foster animals in homes as needed, and arrange transportation to adoption-guaranteed partners.

Our Foster-to-Adopt program lets you open your heart and home to a shelter dog on a trial basis, giving them a break from the shelter while you both get to know each other. It’s a great way to see if it’s the right fit, and more often than not, it’s love at first snuggle.

Ready to meet your maybe-best-friend? Click here to view our adoptable dogs or stop by our shelter Tuesday-Sunday of each week from 12-5 PM!

Shop with a Purpose at The Rescue Rack!

Did you know that every purchase you make at The Rescue Rack, our pet supply store located right here at the shelter, directly supports homeless pets in need? Your shopping helps provide food, medical care, and second chances to animals waiting for their forever homes. Stop by, stock up for your furry friends, and make a difference in the lives of shelter pets!

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Compassionate Community

A big thank you to our partners with Friends of Gloucester County's Community Cats for visiting GMHS and sharing their knowledge with our Humane Heroes campers! Campers got to learn all about community cats, humane trapping, and how TNR (trap-neuter-return) helps save lives and reduce overpopulation.

A big thank you to Abingdon Episcopal Church for including GMHS and our sweet pup Paisley (who found her forever home!) in their wonderful celebration! We’re so grateful for the opportunity to share our mission and connect with such a kind, supportive community. Paisley loved meeting so many new friends (and soaking up all the attention)! Together, we’re making a difference for homeless pets.

Thank you to Seth Craig with SAFE Solutions for teaching a Pet First Aid class to our Humane Heroes campers! Our campers learned important skills to help keep pets safe and healthy, and had a blast while doing it! We're so grateful for community partners like Seth who help inspire and educate the next generation of animal advocates.

A huge thank you to Adam Claar from Thoughtful Dogs for visiting our shelter and leading an incredible professional development session on dog behavior! Our staff learned so much about understanding canine communication, handling techniques, and building better bonds with the dogs in our care. Your insight and passion are making a real difference in the way we support our four-legged friends. We’re so grateful for your time, expertise, and dedication to improving the lives of shelter animals. Thank you for helping us grow!

Thank You to James A Burden & Associates and the Smile Group! We are grateful for your generous donation of pet supplies to our shelter! Your kindness helps keep our animals happy, healthy, and comfortable while they wait for their forever homes. We’re so grateful for your support and for making tails wag and hearts smile!

Support GMHS and Save Lives

Did you know the total daily care cost for a kitten (birth to eight weeks) is around $1,000?

Your donation enables us to provide shelter and care for all pets in need, including kittens, while they await adoption or transfer to a Highway to Home adoption-guaranteed partner.

Your sustainable gift makes our life-saving mission possible, and we thank you for your support!

Donations can be made online, over the phone (804-693-5520), and mail (P.O. Box 385, Gloucester, VA 23061). 

GMHS is neither affiliated with any national animal welfare organizations nor receives funding from the ASPCA or the Humane Society of the United States. GMHS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our tax ID# is 51-0206238. All gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Shelter Pet Spotlight - Dottie

Dottie wants to be honest about what makes her happiest: she’d love a female-only home where she can feel safe, comfortable, and adored.

Dottie is a sweet and loyal companion who loves gentle affection, cozy naps, and quiet time with her favorite humans. Once she trusts you, her heart (and tail!) are all yours. 

Ready to help Dottie live her best, most authentic life? Come meet her at GMHS Tuesday to Sunday from 12-5 PM!

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