Cat of the Week:
o This handsome boy needs to catch a break…
o This buff tabby is Joe. Joe came into the HSYC needing some added attention.
o Joe came to the HSYC as a stray and his story went from there from experiencing anemia, digestion disorder….. The HSYC really wanted him to succeed.
o Joe is now stable and doing well but all these things add up!
o Joe is very slow to transition.
o He is currently in a Foster home with other cats.
- He doesn’t mind the other cats but they are not his fan.
o He has a mild case of CH cerebellar hypoplasia which translates to him being a little wobbly.
- He eats well, litter box trained and as his foster says he’s ‘adorably wobbly’ and she just loves him.
o He is such a sweet boy as his pictures depict.
o Allow him time to adjust and he’ll ADORE you.
o Joe is neutered, vaccinated, tested and micro chipped.
o He’s a special adoption due to his life challenges.
o We are constantly learning more about this sweet heart.
o We estimate Joe to be just over 8 years old which adds to his story.
o Was he left behind
o Did he grow up on the streets
o We just don’t know.
o What we know is he is a loving boy looking for his TRU FURever.
o Are you that SPECIAL ADOPTER who is eager to help a FURbaby in need?
o One to work with Joe slowly and gain his trust.
o Help him gain confidence
o Give him time to adjust and fall in love with you. You won’t be sorry.
o If Joe melts your heart, call today to make an appointment 803-802-0902.
Dog of the Week:
- This gorgeous girl is Paris Hilton!
- This beauty came to the HSYC as a stray pup.
- In the little time she’s been with us… here’s what we’ve learned.
o Her coat is so soft you just want to hold her all the time.
o She’s just a kid at about 7 months old.
o She is smart as a whip.
o She likes to be the big dog when playing with other pooches.
- She’d love a more passive FURfriend in her life.
- One her size or bigger – it gives her confidence!
o She’s already taken training at the Zoom Room where she loves to engage her brain!
o She’s absolutely adorable but would be happiest with a job.
- Training is a great way to satisfy that need.
- She spayed, vaccinated, tested and micro chipped. READY TO MEET YOU.
- She is ISO a person, couple or family willing to engage her inner focus.
- Being a kid, her energy level is high.
- She loves her DAILY walks, hikes, training, playing, etc….All with the effort to expel that energy!!!
o This cutie has been at the Rescue now for 9 weeks and cannot wait to make her FUREVER LOVE CONNECTION soon.
- If her adorable-ness captures your heart, call us to make an appointment today – 803-802-0902!
Our Adoption parameters can be found on our website www.humanesocietyofyorkcounty.org.
What’s the scoop PAWS:
o April is MOVING ALONG soooooo fast.
- MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR OUR SPRING FLING ADOPTION EVENT – APRIL 25-27
- If you wonder ‘HOW CAN I HELP’ :
- GIVE GENEROUSLY
- Give of your TIME, FINANCES, TALENTS….
o Financially – https://humanesocietyofyorkcounty.org/donate/donate.html
- Consider being a recurring giver!
o Donate needed items to the Rescue:
- Clay Cat Litter
- Bleach
- Laundry Detergent
- Soft & Hard Dog Treats
o Donate your gently used items to our THRIFT SHOP
- We so appreciate our donors.
- We sometimes have to turn items away due to space available in our shop or items we cannot sell.
- Please don’t take offence … we appreciate your hearts!
o D onate your TIME:
- Volunteer
- @ the Rescue
- @ the Thrift Shop
- KITTEN SEASON HAS STARTED.
o NOW IS THE TIME TO FOSTER – https://humanesocietyofyorkcounty.org/how-to-help-hsyc/foster/
o Mark your calendars for our Kitten Shower in May:
- SHARE our news, stories and NEEDS by LIKING US on Facebook and stay in the know
- https://www.facebook.com/HSYC.animals/
- SUCCESS STORIES–
o YTD 2025 we have already placed 47 Dogs / 163 Cats into their FURever homes.
Humane Society of York County Rescue – www.humanesocietyofyorkcounty.org
Address: 8177 Regent Parkway, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Shelter phone #: 803-802-0902
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
