Rutland County Humane Society

05/13/2026

🎸 We Found Our Rock Star. Now We're Looking for Their Bandmate.

Earlier this spring, we went looking for a rock star — and we found one. Our new Lead Adoptions & Community Connections Specialist is everything we hoped for, and she's hitting the ground running.

But every great performer needs someone equally amazing by their side. Someone who keeps the whole show running — behind the scenes and front of house. Someone who follows up, documents, connects, and tells the stories that move people to act.

That's where YOU come in.

Rutland County Humane Society is hiring an Adoptions & Community Connections Coordinator — and this is not your average animal shelter job.

You'll work side-by-side with our Lead Specialist every day, helping animals find their people, managing our community spay & neuter clinics, and making sure every adoption story that deserves to be told actually gets told.

You're organized. You follow through. You love animals AND people. You understand that a well-kept record and a well-told story can be just as life-saving as anything that happens on the adoption floor.

Sound like you? 🐾

📋 Read the full job description here:https://rchsvt.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Adoptions-Community-Connections-Coordinator.pdf

📅 Application deadline: May 22nd

Send a compelling letter to [email protected] telling us why you'd be an amazing fit for this role. We can't wait to hear from you.

05/13/2026

🐱 RCHS Community Male Cat Clinic is less than a week away!

📅 Monday, May 18th | 8 AM – 4 PM

📍 Rutland County Humane Society | 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, VT

Low-cost veterinary care for your cat — right here in Rutland County!

And every visit includes a FREE wellness exam which includes a nail trim, ear cleaning & full checkup. 🐾

💉 Neuter Surgery (male cats) — $50
💉 Rabies Vaccination — $10
💉 Distemper Vaccination — $10
🔬 Microchipping — $10

⚠️ Only 5 slots per hour — spots go fast!
Pre-payment is required to hold your appointment.

👉 Book your spot: [email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/?ismsaljsauthenabled

📞 Questions? Call (802) 483-6700 Ext. 201 or email [email protected]

• All cats must arrive in a carrier.
• Cats scheduled for neuter surgery should not eat or drink after 10 PM the night before.
• Missed appointments are non-refundable.

05/12/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTHz33C5fDM

See the latest pets up for adoption at Rutland County Humane Society. Stephanie Wilson hosts this long running program on PEGTV. Video footage provided by An...

05/10/2026

🐾❤️ Happy Mother's Day to all the moms of dogs, cats and other fur babies! ❤️🐾

There's something truly magical about a mama — the way she carries her babies close, the way she watches over them with fierce, quiet love, the way she gives everything she has without a second thought.

Whether she has two legs or four, a mama's love is one of the most powerful forces in the world.

Today we're celebrating ALL the moms — the human mamas who open their hearts and homes to animals in need, the foster mamas who bottle-feed babies in the middle of the night, the fur mamas who love their pets like family, and the animal mamas right here in our shelter who remind us every day what unconditional love really looks like. Whether you're a dog mom, a cat mom, a foster mom, or simply the kind of person who loves fiercely — today is YOUR day.

To every mom out there — thank you. You are seen, you are appreciated, and you are so deeply loved.

Happy Mother's Day from our shelter family to yours. ❤️🐾

05/06/2026

Many thanks to Heritage Family Credit Union for their continued support of the Rutland County Humane Society! Over the weekend, HFCU invited us to their annual shred event for a coin drop — and this year generous donors raised $966.72! 🎉

This is the second year we've been part of this event, and every dollar goes a long way toward helping the animals in our care. A huge thank you to everyone who stopped to support us — and to all the furry co-pilots along for the ride! So many people had RCHS alums with them in the car or shared that they had one waiting at home. 🐾
Look for us again next year and thank you again for your generosity and support!

04/25/2026

Adoption Announcement!! 🐶🐾

After a long journey, and more than a few stops along the way, our sweet Millie is finally home!

A wonderful couple drove all the way from Massachusetts to meet her, and it's hard to imagine it going any better. Millie's new dog sibling could practically be her twin.

They were fast friends from the very first sniff.

Thank you to everyone who shared Millie's story! You helped make this happen.

To support dogs like Millie as they await there forever home you can donate using the link below:

https://rchsvt.harnessgiving.org/campaigns/20194

04/24/2026

Resharing because Millie deserves a home 🐾

She's playful, gentle, full of love, and is still waiting for the right person to say yes. Millie has been through a lot, but her spirit is still so bright. She brings her playful loving energy to all her meet and greets and has even won over little kids with her sweet nature.

If you've been thinking about adopting, maybe this is your sign.

Apply at the link below or come meet her in person!
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/RCVT/Dog

📅 Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11am–4pm

04/23/2026

Have You Heard of the English Setter? 💛🐾

These elegant, gentle dogs are known for their loving nature, beautiful feathered coats, and calm temperament, making them wonderful companions for every stage of life.

And the best part? You can meet Pearl and Buddy, two sweet English Setters who are ready to find their forever home right here at the Rutland County Humane Society! 🏡

Whether you're an experienced dog owner or simply looking for a loyal, affectionate friend, Pearl and Buddy have so much love to give!

Adopting a shelter pet saves a life and fills yours with joy.

Come visit us and say hello!

📍 765 Steven's Rd. Pittsford, VT

👇 Know someone who loves English Setters? Tag a Friend!

04/18/2026

🚨Found Dog🚨

Date Found: 4.18.26
Location Found: Rt. 30, Wells VT
Brought in by ACO

White Boxer

Age/Sex: Adult, Intact Male
Collar/Tags: None
Distinguishing Marks: Nicely Trimmed Nails, Pink face with Black Nose.

Stray Hold End Date: 4.23.26

**Please note: A stray hold end date is when the dog becomes the responsibility of our shelter. This allows us to provide necessary care such as vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, veterinary exams, bloodwork, and behavioral evaluations to help us find the best possible home for them.

Please call RCHS if this is your dog
(802) 483-6700

04/16/2026

🐾 What a day at Rutland County Humane Society!

We were thrilled to welcome representatives from Hubbardton Forge to our shelter today for a donation presentation and tour... and wow, did they show up for the animals!

Thanks to the incredible fundraising efforts of the Hubbardton Forge Employee Activity Team, we received a generous donation of $2,374 to support the dogs, cats, and critters in our care! This kind of community love is everything.

Pictured left to right: Wyatt (an absolutely adorable English Setter who is available for adoption!), Kalee Murphy, Kelly Lewis, Aaron Perry, and Lori Spaulding.

Funds like this go directly toward the daily care, medical needs, and behavioral support that help our animals find their forever homes.

Hubbardton Forge - your employees' generosity makes a real difference, and we are so grateful this has become a yearly tradition. 💛

Is Wyatt catching your eye?! Come meet him at 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford! 🐾