Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County

07/21/2024

Just look at all these pictures of this beautiful girl, Isabelle

We don't know why this pretty girl is still with us.

She is a sweet little hound girl about 2 years old.

Just look at all her different expressions. She can be silly or serious.

Stop bye the shelter to meet her.

07/21/2024

You don't want to miss out on this........

07/21/2024

Congratulations to Miss Bella.
She was adopted and went home with her own wrapped in love blanket.

07/21/2024

Good Morning,

Due to unforeseen reasons, AWS cat rooms are closed to the public until further notice.

We are sorry for any inconvenience to the public.
We appriciate your cooperation.

Send a message to learn more

07/15/2024

The AWSJC family is with a heavy heart from losing one of the AWSJC extended family members.

Thomas Trumble was the husband to Ann Trumble who has been a part of the AWS Board & family for several years.

Please keep Tom's wife Ann and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers donations can be made to Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County

Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County
PO Box 147
Charles Town, WV 25414

If you do donate please make a note that it is in memory of Thomas Trumble.


Thomas Lee Trumble, 79, of Shenandoah Junction, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024. Born January 13, 1945, in Winona, Minnesota, he was the son of the late Leroy Trumble and Elizabeth Rowe Trumble.

Tom was a vibrant man who loved and prioritized his family. He had many interests including history, politics, travel, books, and service to his community. He served in the Vietnam war, retired from the Army as a Major, and was a member of the committee that created the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Rutgers University and a master’s degree in Southeast Asian Politics from American University. After his retirement Tom and Ann moved to West Virginia where they restored their home and barn, and surrounded themselves with dogs, cats, and horses. Tom authored 2 books, Time to Go Home and The Second War. He also authored the play Speak the Word Only that was performed at the Shepherdstown Opera House.

Tom served on the Jefferson County Board of Zoning Appeals, the Jefferson County Planning Commission, and the Jefferson County Board of Health. He was a president of the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown and the Shepherdstown Men’s Club.

Tom is survived by his wife of 37 years, Ann Cheney Trumble; one son, Thomas Trumble, Jr, and wife Ashley, of Chicago, Illinois; one daughter, Dr. Rika Davis, and husband Randy, of Dillsburg, Pennsylvania; one sister, Elizabeth Strawderman, and husband Michael, of Jeffersonton, Virginia; four granddaughters: Alejandra, Isabela, Gillian, and Emilie, and three special nieces: Elizabeth, Hannah, and Genevieve. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Kitty Trumble.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County.

07/14/2024

Meet Luna

Luna came to AWS from Jefferson County Animal Control.

She was seized by them after she was found living in unsanitary conditions.

We pulled her in the hopes of finding her a new forever home. She is slowly, but surely adjusting to being at the shelter.

She is estimated to be a little over 2 years old.

Luna came from a home that had a dog, kids, and another cat.

Since she arrived, she hasn't had much interaction with dogs. In her previous home, the other cat picked on her a lot which has resulted in her being very unsure of other cats.

With slow, calmer cat and proper introductions, we think she will adjust to a calm, friendly cat.

07/14/2024

Cool but probably not real.

07/13/2024

We don't have a picture of the adoption for certain reasons, but Sienna the beautiful Rottie mix, was adopted today.
She will be very happy laying on her wrapped in love blanket that she took home with her.

07/13/2024

Congratulations to Dahlia and Audra. They both got adopted and went home together.
Thank you for adopting them both.
They went home with their wrapped in love blankets as well.

07/11/2024

Hi, all.

We have been getting a lot of calls daily for dog surrenders and for cats and kittens.

Unfortunately like most shelters and rescues we are at full capacity.

We would love to help everyone that calls but we don't have the room.

We are a smaller in size, no kill shelter and we can't just make a cage appear for a cat or dog

We have a waiting list, and yes it is pretty long but we will be more than happy to put you on the waiting list.

Adoptions have been slow lately, not just for AWS, but all shelters and rescues.

Even though we are a no kill shelter, our animals would love a home of their own, to be loved and give lots of love to their family.

We have several cats and kittens in our Big Cat Room and Small Cat Room.

We have 10 dogs available for adoption, 3 smaller ones under 20 lbs, and medium to larger sized dogs.

Some dogs are not posted on our website or Petfinder for certain reasons.

So stop in at AWS at 23 Poor Farm Rd in Kearneysville and meet all the animals we have for adoption.

Thank you

07/11/2024

This sweet girl is ready for her new home.

She was an owner surrender and is fully vaccinated.
She love to play with toys.

If you want a dog on the smaller size here is one for you, only weighs between 15-20 lbs.

07/10/2024

07/10/2024

Congratulations to Pooh. He was adopted today.
He went home in his own wrapped in love blanket.

07/10/2024

Now is the time to get your dog spayed or neutered.
Please note that this Animal Control and not Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County that is doing this program.

07/09/2024

Hi, everyone.
AWSJC IS LOOKING FOR A PART TIME KENNEL ATTENDANT.
SEE DETAILS BELOW.

07/07/2024

Alvie, is wanting his own home.

He has spent his young life in the shelter and he deserves a place to be able to run in a yard off his own.

How can you look into these eyes and not want to take him home.

He is energetic and full of fun.

He would need some manner training and housetraining but he is a fast learner.

Stop by the shelter and me this handsome guy.

07/06/2024

Look at this beautiful little girl.

Audra, all black is almost 3 months old.

She was dumped on our porch in the middle of the night with her brother Guntur, who is also available for adoption.

Guntur is a sweet gray and white handsome guy.

Stop in to meet them.

Two kittens are better than one.

07/06/2024

Thank you to Max and Neo for their donation of collars, leashes and toys.
We greatly appreciate them all and it will help our shelter animals greatly.
Pictured with the donations are AWS Alumni Dogs, AKA Assistant
Managers, Zeus and Ava.

07/04/2024

We hope everyone has a safe fun night tonight.
Happy 4th of July

07/04/2024

The bigger cats with the bubbles.

07/04/2024

Some of the cats and kittens got to see some bubbles too.

07/04/2024

So all the dogs had an opportunity to get out and play in the pool today.

Of course Mia was the only one that got in the pool to enjoy it on this hot day.

All the other dogs just walked up to the pool and sniffed it and said No Thank you.

Happy 4th of July Everyone.

07/03/2024

Happy 4th of July everyone!!

07/03/2024

07/03/2024

Kirby would like to Thank everyone for the Birthday wishes.

06/30/2024

Meet Grayson!

He is reaching out to you.
He says take me home.

Grayson came to AWS from another rescue. We took him with the hopes of finding him a forever home!

He is about 3 years old. Grayson craves attention from people. He is very sweet and affectionate. He also LOVES catnip!

Grayson does enjoy being the boss man when it comes to other adult cats, but he loves to be around smaller cats and kittens.

This may not be good for older cats that just want to be left alone.

It is unknown how he is with kids.
He does need a home without dogs.

Stop by the shelter and ask to meet this handsome guy.

06/27/2024

This handsome guy is still looking for his fur-ever home.

Artie is back with AWS and is looking for a new home.

He was adopted in February 2022 and was returned July 12, 2023. He began to not like the baby in the home.
We are now searching for a new home for Artie!

He is approximately 4 1/2 years old. He is believed to be husky mix (possibly with lab).

Artie needs a home with:
- Absolutely no small children, no exceptions (older children only, 12 & up)
- no cats

His previous owner stated that it takes Artie a little longer to warm up to women so multiple meet and greets may be necessary. He also needs to be crated when left home unattended. He needs work with housebreaking.

Artie would do best in a home where he gets constant exercise.

Artie is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped

06/26/2024

Big shout out to our newest top fans! 💎 McKenzie Turner, Sophia Orta, Erin Cybulski Mackey, Georgiana Pardo, Debbie Hoffmaster, Norman Gromen, Christa Nichols, Patricia Willis, Mariah Rick, Ruth Bradley, Ann Fern, Connie Hoffman, Brenda Sandoval-Montoya, Camille Campbell, Joyce Renner, Jenica Brown, Catherine Waite, Teresa Hernandez, Lynn Petersen, Mark Simons, Cara Dockeney Young, Judi LB, Gloria Malone, Melissa Crampton, Karen Freer
Thank you for your continued support.

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

06/25/2024

Erin said thank you everyone for the Birthday wishes.
She really appreciates them.