Spay/Neuter saves lives (2/19/2025) - Did you know that February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month? Spay/Neuter Awareness Month was established to address the issue of pet overpopulation and reduce the number of homeless animals. Spay and… …
GMHS provides humane education to the community (2/19/2025) - After beginning her career at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society in September 2022 as a member of the adoption team, Voula Douglerakis has transitioned into the role of community coordinator to… …
Sponsor a shelter pet (1/16/2025) - Sponsor an ad in our March 6 All About Pets special section to help a homeless animal find a forever home. If you have a pet, we can include a… …
GMHS Pet Pantry here to help (1/15/2025) - “There’s a lot of confusion on how the Pet Pantry works.” The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society’s Pet Pantry is a community service operated by the shelter that provides individuals and families… …
January is National Walk Your Dog Month (1/15/2025) - January is National Walk Your Dog Month. Did you know there are several benefits to walking your dog—not just for your pup, but for dog owners too? It is the… …
Holiday giving (1/15/2025) - Franktronics, Gloucester Point, collected monetary donations during its annual Holiday Light Show for the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society’s Fixin’ to Save Spay & Neuter Clinic, which is located in the White… …
Spoil a homeless pet this holiday (12/18/2024) - ’Tis the season to spoil our pets! Let’s be honest: all of our four-legged friends are on Santa’s nice list and deserve some extra love this year. Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society… …Christmas Day for the Dogs collection underway (12/18/2024) - Gloucester County Public Schools is collecting donations for the Gloucester County Animal Control shelter through Friday. Items needed include dog food, dog treats, collars, leashes, toys, flea treatment and blankets,… …
Frank’s Christmas wish (12/18/2024) - Not everybody visiting Santa Claus on Saturday in Mathews came in on two legs. Frank the Pekingese was one of the first in line when Santa came to the Mathews… …
GMHS Holiday Open House (12/18/2024) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society held its Holiday Open House and Bake Sale on Sunday, Dec. 8. Visitors made holiday crafts, met the shelter pets and indulged in the goodies at… …
Oyster roast (11/20/2024) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society held its annual Oyster Roast & BBQ, “Shuckin’ for Shelter,” on Oct. 26 at Little England Farm in Hayes, where a little over $100,000 was raised… …How to approach cat care while pregnant (11/20/2024) - (METRO) Pregnant women receive a lot of advice while they’re with child. Much of that guidance comes from their physicians and is offered in an effort to ensure expecting mothers… …
October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month (10/16/2024) - October is Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, and we want to encourage you to spend some time this month spreading the word and educating your friends and family about the importance of adopting… …
September is Happy Cat Month (9/18/2024) - Did you know September is Happy Cat Month? This pet holiday focuses on meeting the physical and mental needs of companion cats. Despite the myths, cats need regular care just… …
GMHS food pantry running low (9/18/2024) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society announced Monday that its pet food pantry shelves are running low on stock and has asked the community to help replenish the shelves. For those who… …
Dog days (9/18/2024) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society has plenty of dogs ready to snuggle up. Above Animal Care Specialist Michelle Harris takes a break to cuddle with six-year-old Socrates. Below, Highway to Home… …Feline behaviors examined in latest Old Farmers’ Almanac (9/18/2024) - “Some behaviors may seem baffling to us humans even though they make purr-fect sense to our kitty counterparts,” says The Old Farmers’ Almanac in its 2025 edition, which is now… …
Help us clear the shelters (8/14/2024) - Do you long to adopt all the homeless pets that need forever homes? We feel the same way, and the time is here to show a little love to your… …
What you need to know when becoming a new pet ‘pawrent’ (7/24/2024) - Getting a new pet is always exciting and nerve-wracking, especially for those first-time pet parents, or “pawrents.” The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is full of sound tips to help new pet… …How to protect your pets in the event of a fire (7/24/2024) - Pets are often considered part of the family, but their safety can sometimes be overlooked in emergency planning. As a pet owner, ensuring the safety of your pets during a… …
July is Lost Pet Prevention Month (7/17/2024) - One in every three pets will go missing during their lifetime. Pets are family, so it can be devastating if they are lost. July is Lost Pet Prevention Month, so… …
Pets in need (7/17/2024) - Every month the Abingdon Ruritan Club collects food for a needy cause. The June meeting targeted food for favorite pets in need, and collected 75 pounds of pet food from… …
No-Kill Shelter Award (7/17/2024) - For the second consecutive year, Gloucester’s Animal Control Department received a No-Kill Shelter Award by Best Friends Animal Society. The award recognizes the fact that the department maintained no-kill status… …
GMHS donation (7/17/2024) - Abingdon Ruritan Club recently made a $1,000 donation to the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society. Ernestine Brown, center, Front Desk Receptionist, accepted the check from Mary Lou and Danny Privott from the… …
Nearly 200 kittens in GMHS care (6/18/2024) - “Since January 1st we have ‘intaked’ 446 kittens.” The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society has had an explosive kitten season this year with nearly 200 kittens in its current care, both at… …