Please support me as I walk in the 2024 Capital Area Humane Society’s Walk for the Animals.

This year I am walking in memory of my beloved dog, Smoochie. He came to CAHS in 2010 with several other dogs that were rescued from a hoarding situation. At first, he was afraid of everyone and everything, even scared to go outside. But the day I took Smoochie home to foster him, I knew he was part of my family. My other two dogs made friends with him instantly and the cats were happy to have another friend to snuggle with. Though he wasn’t really sure what the kitty snuggles were all about he allowed it and started to enjoy them after a while. Thanks to his new doggy siblings, Smoochie soon learned the joys of just being a dog. He learned to play with toys, run around in the yard, go for long walks, sleep in the bed and how to give me just the right look to get an extra treat. He quickly mastered house training and voice commands like shake. He even started snuggling with me and giving me puppy kisses. Not only did Smoochie transpire into a loving, devoted companion, he helped other dogs I fostered over the years by teaching them the same things he had learned. Smoochie passed away this year at almost fifteen years old. Thanks to CAHS, Smoochie was given the chance to find his forever home and we were able to spend many wonderful years together.

Every day, animals like Smoochie arrive at the doors of the Capital Area Humane Society with nothing more than hope for a better future. With the economy struggling, it is no question that when people suffer, animals can suffer. CAHS is there to take these animals in and provide them with food, shelter, medical care, and love, just when they need it most.

With no state or federal funding, and no affiliation with any other humane organizations, it is solely the support of the community that keeps CAHS going. Please, help me in supporting this critical work that helps homeless animals find warmth, comfort, and unconditional love with a forever family.

Any amount you may be able to give will help tremendously - it all adds up! Or, come join me at the Walk for the Animals on October 5 to show your support for animals in need! To donate online, please click the “Donate Now” button to the right.

Thank you for your support!