a black and white dog stands outside with a happy expression and his tongue out. In the foregraound a hand holds a dandelion.
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Meet Bass!

Today's Featured Pet is Bass! Bass is a happy, happy boy! He is incredibly social with people and is ready to explore the world around him. Bass is very curious and would benefit from an active…
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Ask Crystal: Excited Greeter

Dear Crystal,  How can I get my dog to stop barking and jumping on me before I go out the door and when I come home?  Sincerely,  Excited Greeter    Dear Excited, Excited greetings are an extremely common problem…
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Meet Roxy – Adopted!

Today's Featured Pet is Roxy! Roxy is winning over all of our hearts right now but especially her fosters'! She was extremely fearful in a shelter environment but has been blossoming into…
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Ask Crystal: A Shocking Behavior

Dear Crystal,  Hi, I have a great kitten named Binx. He recently started scratching the outlets. Why?  Sincerely,  Curious Kitty    Dear Curious, What an interesting question. I have not had experience with this particular…
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Blue Ridge Humane Prepares for Kitten Season with Kitten Shower, Name a Kitten, and More!

Blue Ridge Humane Prepares for Kitten Season with Kitten Shower, Name a Kitten, and More! Thursday, March 11 , 2021: Hendersonville, NC – Hundreds of baby kittens are expected and Blue Ridge Humane Society staff are getting ready with a…
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Meet Moo!

Today's Featured Pet is Moo! Moo is a easy going boy that really would love to land in a mellow home that isn't too fast paced. He has lived with other cats in a previous home and would probably…
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Get Ready to Hit the Trails!

Gather your favorite hiking buddy, canine or human, and explore the amazing trails in our community thanks to the work of Conserving Carolina and support two organizations at one time! During the week of April 11-18th hit the trails that…
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Free Pet Food Giveaways Scheduled for March

Free Pet Food Giveaways Scheduled for March with New Times Tuesday, March 2 , 2021: Hendersonville, NC – Free cat and dog food giveaways will be offered by Blue Ridge Humane Society throughout the month of March. Blue Ridge Humane…
a grey cat with a pink flower on her collar lays on a wood floor
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Meet Grace – ADOPTED!

Today's Featured Pet is Grace! Grace is a sweet and sensitive little girl that would really love a quiet home to settle into. She is a total purr machine in her foster home right now. Her foster…
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Ask Crystal: Puppy Introductions

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  I have a 8-month-old Shorkie. He barks a lot, tries to hump your arm, and…