Humane Society of Yates County-Shelter of Hope

10/30/2026

🎃🐾 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM THE SHELTER OF HOPE! 🐾🎃

🧡 WE DID IT!!! HOME BEFORE HALLOWEEN! 🧡

Remember our mission to get Ella and Maura into their forever homes before Halloween?!

Well… WE DID IT! BOTH GIRLS ARE HOME! 🏡❤️

Our sweet Ella and Maura have BOTH found their forever families, and we couldn’t be happier! After waiting so long for their happily ever afters, these two special girls finally get to spend Halloween exactly where they belong — HOME! 🥹🐾

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who shared their stories, cheered them on, and helped make this possible!

🎃 BUT WAIT… THERE’S MORE! 👀🐶

While we’re celebrating these happy endings, we’ve also been welcoming LOTS of new furry faces to the Shelter of Hope!

We’ve got so many wonderful new friends we can’t wait for you to meet! Some are already looking for their forever families, while others will be ready soon.

🐾 STAY TUNED! We’ll be introducing all these adorable new faces and sharing their stories in the coming days. Who knows… your new best friend might be one of them! ❤️

Happy Halloween from all of us at the Humane Society of Yates County! 🎃🧡🐾

10/29/2026

🚨 WE NEED YOUR HELP 🚨

💥PLEASE READ💥

Yesterday morning, our staff made a heartbreaking discovery. An elderly cat had been left in our shelter's vestibule overnight, completely unattended, with no information about who he is or where he came from.

We don't even know his name 💔
Until we can learn more about who he is and where he came from, we've decided to call this sweet old gentleman Clarence.

Clarence is extremely thin, with very little muscle mass, and is noticeably unsteady on his feet. At this time, we don't know whether his condition is due to muscle loss or an underlying medical or neurological issue. He is currently being cared for in quarantine while we work to better understand his condition.

📣 We are asking whoever left this sweet boy to please come forward.

If you are the person who left Clarence, or if you recognize this cat, please contact us by calling the shelter at (315) 536-6094, sending us an email at [email protected], or stopping in during our business hours, Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM. We ask that the person who left him to please come in to complete a surrender form and share whatever information they can.

We aren't looking to shame anyone for needing to surrender an animal. However, leaving an animal without any information makes it much more difficult for us to provide the care they need.

Knowing Clarence's age, medical history, how long he has been in this condition, and any other information about his past could make a tremendous difference in how we help him.

For now, Clarence is safe, warm, and receiving the care he needs ❤️

This is an important reality we want to bring attention to and help prevent. We understand that circumstances change and people may find themselves unable to care for their animals. If you are struggling, please reach out to us before leaving an animal at our doorstep. Our vestibule is not heated and can become incredibly cold, especially overnight. Leaving an animal unattended in these conditions can put their health and safety at serious risk, particularly an elderly or medically fragile animal like Clarence.

💥 Please share this post in hopes of helping us learn more about Clarence and his story.

10/29/2026

👀 Where are all the Pug parents 👀

Pedro 🐾 and Re*****on 🐾 are our two newest residents and they are looking for humans who are ready for all that a Pug (mix) can offer.

Pedro: is a 2 year old neutered male mix that was transferred to us from another NYS shelter in hopes he would have better luck finding a home. He's playful, energetic and adorable! 🥎

Re*****on: is a senior gentleman looking for a nice retirement pace...think long naps on the couch, his favorite treats, and the occasional walk to check the mail. 💤

Interested in meeting one of these boys? They just completed their vet work up and are ready for meet and greets! Fill out an adoption survey at https://www.yateshumane.org/dog-adopter-survey

*****on

10/27/2026

🐈‍⬛🖤 HAPPY NATIONAL BLACK CAT DAY 🖤🐈‍⬛

Today we're celebrating black cats everywhere! 🖤
These little house panthers have so much love and personality to offer, and we have some wonderful black cats of our own still waiting to find their forever homes! Check out the photos below to meet some of our available black cats 🐈‍⬛
https://www.yateshumane.org/cat-adopter-survey

🎉 A special congratulations to Buc-ee's, who found her forever home TODAY! What better way to celebrate National Black Cat Day?! 🖤

👕 Don't forget about our annual Black Cat Society T-Shirt Fundraiser! There are only a few days left to order your shirt and help support the black cats in our care!
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/black-cat-society-adoption-fund-2026-8264?utm_campaign=desktop-post-launch-v3&utm_content=black-cat-society-adoption-fund-2026-8264&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link&fbclid=IwY2xjawVN31xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMUprTnFsbDdYTFRBckhtUXVzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEejzOVL2EiyD6kOBlx24ydOaQKv3RzcxIa1XcI01hwPFyktVhL3UX3P0D2eKk_aem_ltLG4T8gnjJu12fUXBeDhg

🐈‍⬛🖤 Have a black cat of your own? Share their picture in the comments so we can celebrate them too!

10/27/2026

💥 Hi Friends!

Don't forget to get your black cat t-shirt this year! ONLY a few days left to order! 🙀
Our black cats appreciate all the help they can get in finding their forever homes! 🐈‍⬛
Even if you can't order a shirt, SHARING this post is a great way to show your support! 🖤

🚨💥THE COUNTDOWN IS ON💥🚨

There's just ONE WEEK LEFT to order your Black Cat T-Shirt! 🐈‍⬛

Last year, our amazing supporters purchased 56 shirts and raised over $600 to go towards black cat adoptions! This year, let's see if we can break that record and make an even bigger impact for our black cats 🤩

So far, we've only sold 9 shirts, and with only 1 week left, we really need your help to reach our goal of beating last year's sales! Make sure to SHARE this post to help spread the word! 📣

Whether you're a black cat lover or just looking for a cute new shirt, this is the perfect opportunity to show off your love for our feline friends while supporting a great cause! 🐾

🚨Order yours before it's too late!
👉https://www.customink.com/fundraising/black-cat-society-adoption-fund-2026-8264

10/25/2026

🚨💥THE COUNTDOWN IS ON💥🚨

There's just ONE WEEK LEFT to order your Black Cat T-Shirt! 🐈‍⬛

Last year, our amazing supporters purchased 56 shirts and raised over $600 to go towards black cat adoptions! This year, let's see if we can break that record and make an even bigger impact for our black cats 🤩

So far, we've only sold 9 shirts, and with only 1 week left, we really need your help to reach our goal of beating last year's sales! Make sure to SHARE this post to help spread the word! 📣

Whether you're a black cat lover or just looking for a cute new shirt, this is the perfect opportunity to show off your love for our feline friends while supporting a great cause! 🐾

🚨Order yours before it's too late!
👉https://www.customink.com/fundraising/black-cat-society-adoption-fund-2026-8264

10/23/2026

🙀🎃 WITCHES, CLOWNS, AND CANDY, OH MY! 🎃🙀

Our newest arrivals are bringing a little bit of everything to the HSYC! From witchy kittens to spooky clowns and sweet treats, there's plenty of cuteness to go around! 🧡

🔮 THE WITCHY KITTENS 🔮

These 2 month old little spellcasters are ready to work their magic and charm their way into your heart!
🐈‍⬛ Talisman - Male
💜 Voodoo - Female
🧪 Potion - Female

🎪 WELCOME TO THE CIRCUS 🎪

Step right up and meet our adorable circus crew! Don't let their names fool you, these little clowns are way more sweet than they are sinister!
🎭 Harlequin - 2 year old female
🖤 Art - 3 month old male
🎈 Spaulding - 3 month old male
🃏 Stitches - 3 month old male
🤡 Twisty - 3 month old male

🍬 TRICK OR TREAT 🍭

No tricks here, just some seriously sweet treats looking for homes! This candy crew is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth!
🍭 Lolli - 3 year old female
🍬 Spree - 2 month old male
🍫 Runts - 2 month old male
🍭 Pop Rocks - 2 month old male

Whether you're looking for a little magic, some circus chaos, or something sweet, we've got a spooky sweetheart waiting for you! 🧡

🖊️ Interested in adopting? Fill out a Cat Adopter Survey on our website!
https://www.yateshumane.org/cat-adopter-survey

✨Witches, clowns, and candy... what's next?! We're always looking for fun and creative themes to name our kittens! What would you like to see us use next? Drop your ideas in the comments! ⬇⬇⬇

10/22/2026

🎶 I GOT YOU, BABE! 🎶 Meet Sonny & Cher! 🐾❤️

This adorable little duo is ready to steal some hearts! 💕

Sonny and Cher are both approximately 2-year-old Chihuahua mixes. Sonny is our handsome little gentleman, and Cher is our lovely little lady!

Both are a bit shy and still getting comfortable with new people and surroundings. They may need a little extra patience, a gentle approach, and some time to let their personalities shine. ❤️

These two have been finding comfort in each other’s company, and we’re still getting to know them to determine whether they’re truly a bonded pair or could happily thrive in separate homes.

For now, we’re giving them all the love, reassurance, and time they need while we learn more about them!

✨ Stay tuned as we get to know Sonny & Cher better! Who knows? Maybe you’ll be the one to make their hearts sing! 🎶🐶

10/22/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG – PLEASE SHARE! 🐾

Courtesy Post on Behalf of Yates County Animal Control

This handsome male Shiba Inu was found off Route 14A in Dundee, NY.

We’re hoping to reunite him with his family as soon as possible! ❤️🐕

📞 If this is your dog or you have information about his owner, please contact Yates County Animal Control at 315-694-6077.

🐾 Please share to help get this boy back home!

10/21/2026

🎃THIS IS HALLOWEEN, THIS IS HALLOWEEN🎃

Spooky season is bringing even more adorable kittens to the HSYC! 👻🐾

Meet our newest trio, named after characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas!

👻 Zero - 3 month old female
💚 Oogie Boogie - 3 month old male
🎃 Jack Skellington - 3 month old male

These three cuties are anything but a nightmare! In fact, they're hoping to turn The Nightmare Before Christmas into a HOME Before Christmas! 🎃🎄

🖊Interested in adopting? Fill out a Cat Adopter Survey on our website!
https://www.yateshumane.org/cat-adopter-survey

💥Help these spooky little sweethearts find their Home Before Christmas by sharing this post with your friends!