Humane Society of the Black Hills

10/30/2025

At the Humane Society of the Black Hills, we take in thousands of animals every year — lost, abandoned, or surrendered — and work tirelessly to reunite families, find new homes, and advocate for responsible pet ownership. But we’re more than a shelter; we’re a community resource. We educate, we connect, we inspire compassion — one adoption, one outreach event, and one wagging tail at a time! ❤️🐾
South Dakota

10/30/2025

🐾 National Cat Day 🐾
October 29

Today, we honor the quiet headbutts, the gentle purrs, the slow blinks of love — and the thousands of tiny heartbeats waiting in shelters across the country for a place to call home.

These are the faces of our magic-makers.
Soft paws that have never known a bed of their own. Eyes that have watched people walk past, day after day. Souls still hoping — still waiting — to be seen.

If you’ve ever been chosen by a cat, you know the truth: they don’t just take up space in your home. They take up residence in your heart.

Let today be the day you make a difference. Come meet the incredible cats at the Humane Society of the Black Hills this week— they aren’t just looking for a home. They’re waiting for YOU!

🐾Little-known Cat Fact:
Cats’ purring isn’t just a sign of contentment — it’s healing. Studies show their purrs vibrate at a frequency that can promote bone growth and tissue repair, helping themselves (and even us!) heal. They’re little furry doctors with whiskers. 🐈‍⬛🐾

10/29/2025

🎁 Home Before the Holidays: Clear the Shelter 🎁

📅 October 30 – November 4
📍 Humane Society of the Black Hills

The holidays are meant to be filled with love — glowing lights, quiet nights, and the gentle comfort of someone you adore laying beside you. But too many of our animals are still waiting to feel that.

Our shelter is full. Every kennel is spoken for. Every cat condo has eyes peeking out, hoping today is the day they’re seen. And the truth is — we’re out of space.

But we’re not out of hope!!

That’s why we’re launching Home Before the Holidays: Clear the Shelter — a heartfelt call to our community to open your doors, your hearts, your homes.

From October 30 through November 4, you can bring home your new Furever Best Friend in exchange for a monetary donation that helps us care for the next soul in need. (This event excludes puppies and kittens).

Every tail that finds its person frees up space — and gives us the chance to say “yes” to the next lost, broken, or hopeful animal that comes through our doors.

All regular adoption procedures still apply — because these matches matter deeply — and we kindly ask that you make an appointment to ensure every story begins with intention and care.

💔 No one should spend the holidays alone — not them, and not you.

Let’s clear the shelter. Let’s fill homes with joy. Let’s create forever. One tail wag, one happy purr, one miracle at a time.

Go here to check out our adorable and adoptable furbabies: https://www.hsbh.org/adopt/

10/29/2025

Even Dracula knows—adopt, don’t shop. Because every good monster deserves a fur-ever friend… or two! 🦇🐾

10/28/2025

Please join us in congratulating our newly sworn-in Animal Control Officers — Kay Kieper and Sheldon Beasley! 🐾💙

Their dedication, compassion, and courage help protect both animals and our community every single day. From rescuing pets in distress to ensuring safety and humane treatment across Rapid City, they’re on the front lines making a difference.

We’re so proud to have these two incredible officers representing the Humane Society of the Black Hills and standing up for those who can’t speak for themselves!! 🐶🐱

Thank You, Officers Kieper and Beasley! You both are amazing!

10/28/2025

Get Your tickets!!!!

11/21 Cohort Show Link: https://stand-up-for-rescues.yapsody.com/

11/22 WRC Show Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/westrivercomedyclub/1879321

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!! Let's help feed and shelter these babies!

11/21 Cohort Show Link: https://stand-up-for-rescues.yapsody.com/

11/22 WRC Show Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/westrivercomedyclub/1879321

10/28/2025

Photo dump #2!

10/28/2025

Here’s Muttster Mash Photo Dump #1! 🎃🐾
We’ve got so many amazing moments to share — and this is just the beginning! Keep an eye out for more photo drops coming!

Spot yourself or your friends? Tag away and share your favorites — we love seeing your smiles and costumes!

10/27/2025

Muttster Mash featured costume contests for both children and animals.
https://www.kotatv.com/2025/10/27/muttster-mash-is-back-humane-society-black-hills/

10/27/2025

It was the Mutt-ster Mash! It was an adoption smash!

10/27/2025

🖤 National Black Cat Day 🖤
Today we celebrate the sleek, mysterious, and utterly magical cats who often get overlooked for their lighter-colored cousins.

Black cats have long been symbols of luck, loyalty, and love — and anyone who’s ever shared their home with one knows they’re pure charm wrapped in shadow.

If you’ve ever hesitated to adopt a black cat, today’s the day to let superstition take a hike. These cats deserve homes just as warm and welcoming as their golden-eyed gazes!

Beautiful black cats bring a little mystery and a lot of love into your life!

10/27/2025

🎃🐾 Muttster Mash 2025 – What. A. Day. 🐾🎃

Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude tonight. ❤️

To every volunteer who showed up early, stayed late, and brought your joy and energy — you are the heartbeat of the Humane Society of the Black Hills.

To our incredible community partners, sponsors, and local businesses — your generosity built every booth, every prize, every smile.

To every family, friend, coworker, and supporter who came out to celebrate our shelter pets — you reminded us what community really means.

Because of you, the Muttster Mash wasn’t just an event — it was magic!!

It was laughter echoing through the halls, wagging tails in costumes, kids with frosting on their cheeks, and the kind of love that makes this work worth every second.

From the bottom of our paws — thank you for helping us make this Halloween one our shelter pets (and our team!) will never forget. 💕🎃🐶🐱