Smith County Humane, TN

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SUMMER!

🚨 DID YOU KNOW THAT FEMALE CATS CAN GET PREGNANT AS YOUNG AS 4 MONTHS OF AGE? 🚨

This means that kittens can have kittens, creating even more unwanted litters in our community.

Pregnancy is especially hard on these young mothers because they are still babies themselves and are not fully grown. The good news is that this cycle can be prevented. Cats can be spayed as early as 2 pounds, helping to prevent unwanted pregnancies and improving their long-term health.

Please be part of the solution. If you need assistance getting your cat spayed or neutered, contact Smith County Humane. We may be able to help.

Together, we can reduce the number of unwanted litters and give cats a healthier, safer future. ❤️🐾

Please share to help spread awareness!

🐾 Looking for a Barn Cat? 🐾

Look no further—meet Hollander!

Hollander is a handsome 4-year-old tabby weighing approximately 12 pounds. He is looking for a barn, workshop, winery, or other outdoor setting where he can put his natural hunting instincts to work.

If you're looking for a hardworking cat to help keep rodents under control, Hollander is your guy! He'll be happiest with a safe place to call home, regular food and water, and a job to do.

Interested in giving Hollander a new home and a new job? The first step is to fill out an adoption application:
http://smithcountytnhumane.com/adopt

Please share to help Hollander find the perfect barn home! ❤️🐱

🐾 It's $5 Friday! 🐾

Meet Kara.

Kara came to us as an owner surrender and desperately needed medical care. She had not seen a veterinarian since she was a puppy. When she arrived, she was suffering from a severe ear infection. Her ear was filled with black yeast and drainage, and she was clearly miserable and in pain.

Kara also has a tumor hanging from her stomach that needs to be removed. Our veterinary bill is already over $300, and her surgery and dental work are expected to cost at least another $500.

As if that wasn't enough, Kara also tested positive for Ehrlichia and Lyme disease and is currently receiving medication and treatment.

Despite everything she has been through, Kara is a sweet 7½-year-old girl who deserves a chance to live a happy, healthy life.

If you can spare even $5, it will help us provide the medical care Kara needs.

Kara will be available for foster or adoption after her surgery on the 24th of this month. If you are interested in giving Kara a loving home, the first step is to fill out an application:
http://smithcountytnhumane.com/adopt

Ways to Donate:

💙 PayPal:
💙 Venmo:
💙 Cash App: $smithcountytnhumane
💙 Mail: PO Box 74, Carthage, TN 37030
💙 Online: smithcountytnhumane.com/donate

Thank you for helping us give Kara the care she deserves. Please share! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Garfield! 🐾

Garfield is an adorable 1-month-old kitten looking for his forever home! If you're looking for a sweet fur baby to add to your family, Garfield may be the perfect match.

Interested in adopting? The first step is to fill out an adoption application:
http://smithcountytnhumane.com/adopt

Please share this post to help Garfield find the loving forever home he deserves! ❤️🐱🏡

⚠️ WARNING: ALL CAT OWNERS!! Bobcat Fever Has Been Found in the Area! ⚠️

Bobcat Fever (Cytauxzoonosis) has been reported in our area and can be rapidly fatal to cats if not caught and treated early.

The disease is spread by ticks, making tick prevention one of the most important things you can do to protect your cat. It is crucial to give flea and tick medication exactly according to the manufacturer's directions and to keep your cat on prevention year-round.

Signs of Bobcat Fever may include:
🐾 Loss of appetite
🐾 Lethargy or weakness
🐾 High fever
🐾 Difficulty breathing
🐾 Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes, gums, or skin)

If your cat shows any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment can improve the chances of survival.

Please make sure your cats are up to date on their flea and tick prevention, and share this post to help spread awareness and protect pets in our community.

🚗 Volunteer Transporters Needed for TNR! 🐾

This week, we're looking for volunteers to help with animal transport for our TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) program. Transportation is a very important part of helping community cats live healthier lives.

This past month, we have been overwhelmed with the number of cats and kittens in Smith County needing assistance. A big part of our work is transporting these animals to veterinary appointments for spay/neuter surgeries and medical care, then getting them safely back to their foster homes to recover. Once healed, most are returned to the properties they came from, where they can live healthier lives without contributing to unexpected litters.

If you have a few hours available on Mondays and/or Thursdays and would like to help, we would love to hear from you! Your time can make a huge difference in the lives of these animals.

To volunteer, please fill out an application:
https://smithcountytnhumane.com/volunteer

Even a few hours a week can mean the world to these animals and help us continue making a positive impact in our community. ❤️🐾

Please share!

Please spay/neuter your pets! If you need assistance please let us know! We are here to help. http://smithcountytnhumane.com/services

🐾 Wish List Wednesday!! 🐾
We are DESPERATELY in need of wet/dry puppy food and wet kitten food! We are caring for multiple puppies and kittens, and our supplies are running very low.
If you're able to help, we would be incredibly grateful. Every donation helps us continue providing proper nutrition and care to the animals in our foster program. ❤️🐶🐱
Links to make things easier:
Walmart-https://www.walmart.com/.../9b3abc71-8326-4a3f-b2f0...
Amazon-https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2YUYWDEJUG4HK...
Chewy-https://www.chewy.com/g/smith-county-humane_b99864220
As always, thank you for supporting Smith County Humane and the animals who depend on us! 🐾💕

🐾 Are You Looking for a Kitten? 🐾

Look no further—meet Honey! 🍯❤️

Honey is a sweet 2-month-old kitten looking for her forever home. She is ready to find a loving family to call her own!

If you're interested in adopting Honey, the first step is to fill out an adoption application:
http://smithcountytnhumane.com/adopt

Please share this post to help Honey find the forever home she deserves! 🐱🏡💕