Humane Society of the Black Hills

09/03/2025

📸🐾 Wags & Waves Photo Album is LIVE! 🐾📸

Did your pup make a splash at Wags & Waves? Now’s your chance to find them! We’ve put together an album of Wags & Waves photos—so you can spot your dog, save your favorites, tag yourselves, and share the memories with friends.

Feel free to add your own photos and tag us too—we’d love to see the day through your eyes!

Thank you again for making this year’s event such a huge success—we can’t wait to see all the photos of happy pups spreading smiles across our community!

09/02/2025

What a super crowd for the 10th annual Wags and Waves with the Humane Society of the Black Hills !! Sonora had a blast!

09/01/2025

The 10th annual event, a fundraiser for the Humane Society of the Black Hills, drew more than 300 dogs. Check out our photos.

09/01/2025

Dogs got to play in Sioux Park's Jimmy Hilton Pool before it closes for the season

09/01/2025

🐾💦 THANK YOU, Rapid City! 💦🐾

Wags & Waves 2025 was a huge success because of YOU – our amazing community, sponsors, volunteers, and of course, all the dogs who made a splash! 🐶🌊

We are so grateful for your support in helping the Humane Society of the Black Hills save lives while celebrating summer together.

Stay tuned! We’ll be creating a full photo album so you can save, share, and tag yourselves in all the fun memories.

From the bottom of our paws – thank you for making this year unforgettable! ❤️🐾

08/31/2025

08/31/2025

🌊🐾 Wags & Waves is TODAY! 🐾🌊

Bring your pups and join us at the Jimmy Hilton Municipal Pool for a splashing good time! 💦🐕 This is your dog’s chance to make a splash, cool off, and enjoy the last waves of summer with friends—two-legged and four-legged alike!

Don’t miss out—grab the leash, the towels, and let’s make some memories today! 🐶❤️

08/31/2025

📣 Fill the Van Donation Drive! 🚐🐾
We’ll be set up outside of Jimmy Hilton Pool to collect animal donations!

🐶 Don’t have a dog? That’s okay, you can still drop by with donations of items or cash to make a difference.
✨ While you’re here, learn about our brand-new membership program and discover how you can help animals year-round.
🍔🌮 And of course, come hungry, our yummy food trucks will be ready to serve!

Every donation, big or small, helps us care for the animals who need us most. 💙

08/31/2025

🎨🐾 Our last announcement for tonight… 🐾🎨

We’re so excited to share that Creative Workshop will be joining us at Wags & Waves! ✨

They just posted this adorable personalized pet item (pictured below 👇). At the event, you’ll be able to:
🐶 Choose a line art design that best matches your pet
✍️ Add your pet’s name for a personal touch
💲 Each item will sell for $23 — and $5 from every purchase will be donated back to the Humane Society of the Black Hills! ❤️

It’s a fun way to take home a keepsake while supporting shelter pets at the same time! 🐾

📅 Sunday, August 31st
🕐 1–5 PM
📍 Jimmy Hilton Pool, Rapid City

Bring your pup, make a splash, and snag something special! 💙

08/30/2025

✨ Huge shoutout to Aimee – Owner of The Black Sheep Parlour ✨

Thanks to her generosity, our sweet Peanut now has his initial diagnostic costs covered! 🐾💙 Because of amazing supporters like Aimee, we’re able to take the next steps in getting him the care he needs.

From all of us (and especially Peanut) — thank you for helping give him a fighting chance. 💕

08/30/2025

WAGS & WAVES IS TOMORROW! 💦🐶

Sunday, August 31 • Jimmy Hilton Municipal Pool (Rapid City)

Bring your water-loving pup and your best splash game. Every ticket and donation helps save lives at the Humane Society of the Black Hills—so you’re not just making waves, you’re making a difference.

Bring a towel, bring a friend, and let’s flood the pool with kindness. See you TOMORROW!

08/30/2025

🌶️🐾 Flavor Alert for Wags & Waves! 🐾🌶️

We’re excited to announce that The Green Chili Shack will be rolling up to Wags & Waves on Sunday, August 31st! 🎉🐶

Spice up your afternoon with their delicious flavors while your pup enjoys a splash in the pool. It’s the ultimate combo of food, fun, and furry friends! 🌮💦

📅 Sunday, August 31st
🕐 1–5 PM
📍 Jimmy Hilton Pool, Rapid City

Don’t miss the fun — and come hungry! 🐾❤️