The Worcester County Humane Society's Annual Walk-a-thon on the Boardwalk 2014 April 26th from 9am-12pm Participants are asked to collect pledges from friends, co-workers, and relatives. The participants are asked to meet at the Inlet in front of Harrison's Harbor Watch Hotel. the walkers will walk the length of the Boardwalk (or the the halfway point) and back. Raise $10 to receive a Dog Walk Bandanna, $50 to receive a T-shirt, or $100 to receive a Visor. Special prizes will also be awarded to those who collected the most money. Information or call the Shelter at 410-213-0146

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Worcester County Humane Society

Overview

The purpose of our organization is to provide a refuge for unwanted animals until they are placed in loving homes. Dedicated volunteers work diligently to:

1. Reunite lost animals with their owners
2. Provide food, shelter, medical attention and plenty of TLC for abandoned animals
3. Adopt orphan animals to responsible, loving owners; always with a SPAY/NEUTER requirement to prevent contributing to animal overpopulation, the #1 problem confronting animal agencies
4. Investigate reports of cruelty or neglect and take appropriate actions to correct violations
5. Educate the public to proper treatment of animals and the importance of neutering their pets
6. Support legislation to protect animal rights

Volunteer Opportunities

Each day of every year since July 1977, shelter volunteers have been on duty. All the animals have been fed and taken care of, and the cleaning chores accomplished. A 365-day-a-year schedule is difficult under any circumstances. It could become impossible if only a handful of animal lovers report for duty, while the others give only lip service. There are not enough of us guarding the fort.

The time to act is NOW. The Humane Society needs young people - and mature people in good health - to help at the shelter. Can you spare a few hours a week? Be honest with yourself. Do you sometimes feel guilty because you waste so much time? Or, if you are active, do you still have time you could give to help the homeless animals who cannot help themselves. This work will banish boredom and give you a good feeling of satisfaction. If you helped at one time and drifted away, why not return? You know from experience how grateful the animals are for the attention and TLC. In return, they help you to relax and lower your blood pressure, according to the latest medical information.

If you love animals and would like to lend a hand, come to the shelter NOW. Don't wait too long - or when you finally arrive the sign on the door may read - CLOSED BY INDIFFERENCE.

For More Information

The Worcester County Humane Society, a nonprofit organization, receives no county, state or federal funds. Our membership contributions and fund raisers support our shelter and other activities. Every cent you contribute is used to benefit the animals because we are an organization of volunteers. The Humane Society animal shelter is located in West Ocean City at Eagles Nest Road - off Route 611. It is open daily between 11:00am and 3:00pm.

Phone Contact

 

Director, (410)213-0146

 

Address

Eagle's Nest Rd.

Ocean City, Md. 21842

 

P.O. Box 48

Berlin, Md. 21811