Animal Protection Society of Durham
2117 E. Club Blvd Durham, NC 27704 919.560.0640
HOURS of OPERATION
| Mon & Tues | 10:30am-5pm |
| Wednesday | 10:30am-6pm |
| Thurs & Fri | 10:30am-5pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am-2pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
| Visitation with the animals ends 1/2 an hour before closing time. | |
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2009 Spokesdog and Spokescat Contest
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Reasons to adopt a senior dog
Since November is adopt a senior pet month here are some thoughts on adopting an older dog: Older dogs who are offered for adoption by shelters or rescue agencies generally have had some training, both in obedience and house manners. (Some dogs, due to the confusion and upset of being uprooted and finding themselves in a chaotic shelter environment, may temporarily forget their housetraining. Inevitably, once established in their new home, they remember.) Older dogs have learned what "no" means and how to leave the furniture, carpets, shoes, and other "chewables" alone. They have been "socialized" and learned what it takes to be ...
Watch the Paw Report, the APS of Durham TV show!
Watch right now! The Paw Report is a volunteer produced program showcasing adoptable animals and the work going on at the APS of Durham. Please tune in on TV or watch online!
Enter to win Duke BB or Canes Tix!!
Every Dollar Helps the Animals When You Play! Almost like a raffle, but better! If your golden ticket number is picked at the Tails at Twilight Gala event, the pre-selected package of your choosing will be pulled from the live auction and be yours to keep! You do not need to be present to win. 1. Two Duke Men's Basketball ACC Tickets to 2010 Season (excludes UNC game). 2. Two Tickets to a Carolina Hurricanes 2010 Season Game & autographed hockey stick. 3. ...
Your Gifts at Work
APS is dedicated to creating meaningful relationships with community partners to help us fulfill our mission. Once again APS committed $10,000 to AnimalKind’s $20 Fix program that provides spay/neuter assistance in Durham County. Last year our donation helped Animal Kind spay/neuter 162 cats and dogs of low-income residents. Wayne is just one example of many pet owners helped by THE $20 FIX. A litter of puppies was thrown from a passing car near Wayne's ...
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OPT IN NOW! In order to dramatically cut costs, get you the information you need faster and to help the environment we are switching to an email version of our Paw Prints newsletter. Please sign up NOW for the new Paw Prints!
Nearly 1,500 APS fans on Facebook!
If you are on Facebook please check out the Animal Protection Society of Durham page and become a fan!
Gala a success, watch a short video about the evening!
Thank you so much to all those who attended the Gala! The night was a success raising over $75,000 for the APS of Durham. The array of donated items which people bid on was incredible and we are thankful to the generous donors. Thanks also go out to all who attended and donated. And, of course, thank you to the volunteers that worked so hard to put on this beautiful, fun and important event. Click here to see a short video about the Gala!
Have you seen the new PSA everyone is talking about?
This volunteer produced public service announcement has everyone talking! Click here to watch and pass it on so everyone will see that the shelter is the place to adopt a lifelong friend....
Meet the May Volunteer of the Month!
Most volunteers come in to work as individuals but occasionally we have some couples that make their work here a joint effort. In the case of the Goodfreds, the volunteering is done by the entire family! Randy and daughter Bethany began in the spring of 2008. Bethany wanted to spend time with the animals and Randy wanted to spend time with his daughter. After six months, Michelle and Alexandra realized how much fun it was and began volunteering as well. We are particularly fortunate because they have chosen to ...
Please consider adopting a kitten or cat!
It is that time of year when the shelter becomes filled to capacity with unwanted cats and kittens. The APS of Durham works year round to see that cats are spayed and neutered so that the numbers of unwanted litters are reduced but it only takes a few litters to fill up available space. So if you are considering adopting a cat or kitten please visit the shelter and choose from the many wonderful kitties currently available for adoption. And please encourage those you know to do the same. See ...
A wonderful Walk!!
The 2009 Walk for the Animals was a big success! The APS raised over $90,000 and it was a beautiful day at the new location on Duke's east Campus. Thank you everyone who attended, raised money, volunteered and gave their support! We are so grateful! Please click here to see who raised the most money for APS and click here to see a short video of the Walk! ...
Cat Adoption Event a Success!
We were thrilled to have a great turnout on June 13th for our Cat adoption event. The cats had lots of visitors all day long and we succeeded in getting 20 cats adopted that day alone! Thomas not only won the Classiest Cat contest but he really won the big prize by being adopted along with his friend Romeo. While the event was a success we still have many cats and kittens awaiting homes so pass the word on to anyone who may be interested. See some ...
“Ask the APS”
Click here to read the introduction "Our beloved animals get a voice" The APS of Durham has been presented with a wonderful opportunity to reach out to and hear from the Durham community in the "Ask the APS" column. The Durham News, a very interesting and fun to read publication about local news from the publishers of the News and Observer, is publishing a monthly column by the APS. The Durham News is delivered free to most Durham homes every Wednesday and Saturday. Read our first column May 2009 "Where do all the animals come from?" Read the June 2009 ...
Meet the October Volunteer of the Month
Wendy and Steve Sorin volunteer together as a couple. Their hard work and commitment to the dogs at the shelter has earned them the joint distinction of October’s Volunteer of the Month. Wendy started volunteering before Steve, something he is very willing to give her credit for! A couple of months later he joined her in her work at the shelter. Recruiting a spouse, from our perspective, is a very efficient way to increase the number of good volunteers! Wendy and Steve are often the first ones here in the mornings and ...
News About Adopt a Shelter Cat Month
Spring brings with it challenges for the Durham County Animal Shelter. Along with the flowers and warm weather comes what is known in animal shelters as "kitten season". While everyone involved with the APS adores newborn kittens, there is a sad side to what should be a beautiful sight. The tragedy is that there are simply not enough good homes for them all. Right now the Durham County Animal Shelter is full and more cats and kittens are arriving every day. Shafonda Davis Price, Shelter Manager, says "Even though we love and enjoy all the cats in our care, with ...
Vets Warn About Pet Heat Stroke
From mync.com : Triangle Veterinary Emergency Clinic, located in Durham, North Carolina, has seen a dramatic increase in the number of pets suffering from heat stroke. Please be aware that pets may suffer from the heat even more than people, especially in North Carolina's high humidity. Exercise and play can quickly bring on heat stroke, a potentially life threatening condition. Prevention is key: limit activity to cooler parts of the day, build activity levels slowly to acclimatize the pet, and be aware that overweight and brachiocephalic breeds are at higher risk. Owners should watch carefully for breathing problems, vomiting and diarrhea, seizure, and ...
2009 APS Kids’ Camp
Kids’ Camp was a blast this summer! Campers learned about animal control, how dogs talk to us, nature and veterinary medicine. They had their faces painted, saw a spay or neuter surgery, made pinecone bird feeders, met shelter animals and more! Take a look at all the fun we had! [imagebrowser id=390]
Is there a new law in Durham that stops dogs from being tied out or chained?
Yes. Beginning January 1st 2010 Durham County citizens will no longer be able to chain or tie dogs outside. Before I discuss the details of this new county ordinance, let me explain why the APS of Durham believes that this law will be a good thing for both the animals and people of Durham. It is well established that dogs have an extremely social nature and tethering (leaving a dog tied out or on a chain, often alone) isolates dogs in a way to cause them emotional distress. It can also cause physical harm. Nearly anyone who works in animal services ...
Update on North Carolina Puppy Mill Bill
Thank you to the Herald Sun for publishing this article on July 14th: Most people have heard of puppy mills and the association is generally and deservedly negative. Puppy mills, or large scale commercial dog breeding operations, are unfortunately common throughout our state. The Humane Society of the US estimated that 2 to 4 million puppies are bred in puppy mills every year which is as about many dogs as are adopted from and euthanized in animal shelters every year. The Department of Agriculture conservatively estimates there are at least 200 commercial breeders in our state. Sadly, it is well documented ...
Choosing a pet sitter
Pet sitters do much more than provide a pet with food and water while their guardian is away from home. A good pet sitter also spends quality time with the animal, gives him exercise and knows how to tell if he needs veterinary attention. What's more, pet sitters typically offer additional services, such as taking in mail and newspapers and watering plants. But just because someone calls herself a pet sitter doesn't mean she's qualified to do the job. Why hire a pet sitter? A pet sitter-a professional, qualified individual paid to care for your pet-offers both you and your pet many benefits. Your pet ...
Become an APS Member!
Become a Member of the Animal Protection Society of Durham and help APS save lives! Last September we kicked off our Fall Membership Campaign with a goal of recruiting 700 Members whose donations will help us fulfill our responsibility of being an advocate for and care giver to the more than 7,000 homeless animals we serve each year. Here is what yor Membership contribution can do... Paw Pal $25 - Vaccinates 10 dogs against Distemper/Parvo....
New and easy way to get spay/neuter info!
1-888-NC-FIX-EM Do you know someone in North Carolina who has a cat or dog that isn't fixed? Many times people ARE willing to get it done but they think they can't afford it or getting it arranged may be too complicated. There is no longer any excuse!! AnimalKind's statewide toll free information line is up and running--providing info about spay/neuter resources to residents from any part of NC. Contact info is: 1-888-NC-FIX-EM, (1-888-623-4936) Don't forget, 1-888-NC-FIX-EM
2009 Dog Wash a Success!
The 2009 Dog Wash was a HUGE success this year, raising $2,600 to help the animals at APS! People started coming with their dogs before we even opened at 11am and they kept coming after we closed the registration table at 3pm. We couldn't have had a better day to bring back a wet wash and about 170 dogs were washed and 25 dogs were microchipped by Affordable Animal Care. It was great to see so many people come out to support APS! A special thank you goes to Whole Foods Market for hosting us and to our volunteers who worked ...
Halloween Haunted House to help the APS!
Attend the Jaycees' Haunted House this Halloween and you'll be supporting the APS of Durham! The Jaycees have again chosen the APS as one of the charities to receive money from ticket sales from their amazingly frightening Haunted House. On October 31st APS volunteers will be working at this event, we still need volunteer help! Click here to learn about this year's frightening event and click here for information on volunteering at the event! We appreciate your support and involvement!
Dog Adoption Event results!
Congratulations to Clarissa, Lucy, Sabrina, Peanut, Lionel, Marcus, Suzy, Whitney, Roscoe, Crosby, Daphne, the puppy in P1 and two kitties who all have adoptions pending after our shelter adoption event on Saturday the 10th! Read more about the event in the Herald Sun! This event was sponsored by the Herald Sun and WUNC.
The Shelter Pet Project begins! UPDATE
Those of us in animal welfare have been anticipating and excited about this for a long time! The Shelter Pet Project is a massive long term ad campaign put together by the Humane Society of the United States, Maddie's Fund and the advertising geniuses at the Ad Council. Over the next few years we will all see advertising to educate the public about shelter pets. The goal is a big one, significantly increase shelter adoptions! Click here to learn more! And thanks to Fairway Outdoor Advertising for their generous donation of Durham billboard space to the APS of Durham. If you haven't ...
Ambassador dogs!
October was Adopt a Shelter dog month! Some dogs, like those with black or brindle fur, have a more difficult time getting adopted through no fault of their own. To honor Adopt a Shelter Dog month, these dogs are classified as Ambassadors (because they represent under-appreciated shelter dogs so well!). Their adoption fee has been reduce to just $75!
APS Kitties at PetSmart this Saturday Noon
Please visit some of the APS foster cats and shelter cats at the Northpointe PetSmart (by Costco, Home Depot, etc Guess Rd exit) from Noon to 3 pm Saturday March 6th!
April Volunteer of the Month
We are pleased to honor Tina Falker as our April 2010 Volunteer of the Year. Tina began volunteering for the APS of Durham in the summer of 2009 and has been volunteering twice every week since! Before she began volunteering, Tina, like many prospective volunteers, had concerns about the difficulty of the job knowing that many animals never have the chance to leave the shelter alive. This fact undoubtedly keeps many people from helping. But, as Tina thoughtfully says “After much deliberation, I came to the conclusion that ...
Yum! Bake Sale at Duke Campus!
The student group Pet-I-Care is having a bake sale to raise money for the APS of Durham! (in case of rain the table will be inside the Bryan Center)
Toys For Tails! UPDATE
We are thrilled with all the toys that have been donated for the animals! Thank you everyone for your donations and thank you to the businesses that served as drop off locations. We are so grateful!
Common Woman Chorus hosts benefit concert for APS
Date: Saturday November 21, 2009 Time: 8:00 pm Location: Eno River UU Fellowship on Garrett Road Common Woman Chorus, a feminist Durham community chorus, has its next concert on Saturday, November 21. The theme of the concert is "Season of Hope" and, in keeping with that theme, the Chorus will be highlighting the work of the APS of Durham and the Durham Food Bank. The concert will be at the Eno River UU Fellowship on Garrett Road at 8 pm. Click here for more information
Durham Holiday Parade UPDATE
Senior Pet Month
When they see me coming with my cocker spaniel mix in tow, the first thing people ask about is her name. The next thing they want to know is her age. And when they find out 10-year-old Tess only recently joined my household, their reaction is almost always the same: "What a lucky dog!" But they've got it all wrong. My husband and I didn't adopt Tess in spite of her age. We adopted her because of it. Bucking the Trend Our affection for older animals is rooted in my experiences running a rescue for “pocket pets,” where I frequently see people pass the ...
Read about the Walk for the Animals!!
The 10th annual APS Walk for Animals will take place Saturday, May 22nd at Duke University’s East Campus. Registration, activities and free breakfast will begin at 9:00 a.m., followed by the walk at 11:00 a.m. We are very excited about the fun lineup of demonstrations, contests, children’s projects, rescue group booths, and a raffle. Around 1,000 people, along with 500 of their pooches, are expected to take part in the 1.5-mile walk around Duke. Find out more about the Walk from Baxter, 2010 Spokesdog. He ...
Won’t you make their dreams come true?
More than 7,000 homeless pets find their way to the Durham County Animal Shelter every year and they need our help. Through the Animal Protection Society of Durham these animals find compassion, nourishment, medical care and a safe place to sleep. Because of our donors we are able to give these wonderful animals what they need and help as many as possible find loving homes. Won’t you help us make their dreams come true? $50 will feed all of ...
TICKETS ON SALE! Tails at Twilight Gala
Grab your sweetie, friends and colleagues for a fun night in support of APS! Join us for an evening of spirited fun and generous giving. Enjoy delicious food, great drinks and a silent and live auction while supporting the Animal Protection Society of Durham. Proceeds from this event help APS provide care and forever homes to animals in need. About the Event Tickets ...
Announcing the 2010 Spokescat and Spokesdog!
Congratulations to Baxter and Connell winners of the 2010 Spokesdog and Spokescat contests! Connell: Baxter:
Can you help the Education Committee?
The mission of the Animal Protection Society of Durham is to educate the public about the humane care, treatment and well-being of all animals, to help stop pet overpopulation through the promotion of spay/neuter programs, and to find suitable adoptive homes for the animals in our care. Educating the public is of utmost importance in our quest to increase adoptions, end animal overpopulation, and decrease the number of animals flowing into our shelter. There are several jobs we have that work toward this goal. Classroom Presentations Classroom Presenters are committed and dynamic volunteers who are willing to spend as little as one hour ...
