[ In 2020 ]
2,226
PETS RESCUED
1,503
PETS ADOPTED
90%
SAVE RATE
We accept all animals, regardless of age, health, behavior, or adoptability.

Learn More About the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

​Ever wanted to know more about the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County? See a snapshot of the work that goes into caring for the animals in our shelter and beyond in our community.

​Love Heals All Wounds

​Running terrified and frantic along a busy highway – that’s how Luna was found. This two year old girl had been abandoned and had a large wound on her neck that would require surgery to heal. How someone could leave a sweet girl like Luna like this on the side of the highway is something we will never understand. Fortunately, Luna quickly found her furever family and has been wholeheartedly embraced with love and compassion. Now surrounded by people who provide her with unconditional love and support, she is learning to trust again and can begin to feel the safety of a true home.

​True Calling

Once homeless and suffering from separation anxiety, Teddy is now a full-time therapy dog!
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After being surrendered to us, we were fortunate to be able to quickly place Teddy into a foster home. His foster mom began taking him to work with her and he was able to try his hand at becoming a therapy dog. Ultimately, Teddy ended up finding his true calling! The staff and residents at Sandhill Cove Retirement Living fell in love and decided to adopt Teddy to be their full-time therapy dog. We are so thrilled for this sweet boy and the Sandhill community residents.

MOMENTS CAPTURED AT HSVB

​SUPPORT SPAY/NEUTER THROUGHOUT FLORIDA.

We are so thankful to have received a grant from Florida Animal Friend! This great assistance will allow us to provide hundreds of additional animals with low cost spay and neuter services. Help us further this cause! Purchase a Florida Animal Friend Spay and Neuter license plate TODAY, so that other organizations across the sate of Florida can make a difference too! Learn about this special license plate.

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Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

Visiting the Dog Park?

Help keep your dog safe. If you see any of the following behaviors, you need to intervene, interrupt, and pull your dog out.
1: Rolling

When one dog makes physical contact with another and knocks into him, causing him to tumble, somersault or roll over.
2: Tucked Tail

When the dog’s tail is so low the base is pressed tight to the anus. The tip of the tail is often under the stomach.
3: Pinning

When one or more dogs has another dog on its side or back for more than 5 seconds.
4: Hiding or Hovering

When the dog spends more than 5 seconds underneath something or hovering near a human. Dog’s tail will be low or tucked.
5: Group Chase

When more than one dog is chasing another dog. This can quickly become out of control.
Download and print a copy of these behavior tips to carry with you. CLICK HERE...
Dog Park safety tips presented with permission from Sue Sternberg.

SHOP THE THRIFTS / SCORE SOME DEALS / HELP OUR ANIMALS

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KICK-OFF THE HOLIDAYS
WITH GREAT DISCOUNTS ON HOLIDAY ITEMS AND  EVERYTHING IN THE STORE!

Friday, November  24   &   Saturday, November  25
Shop 9 am to 6 pm
Two Locations—Visit them both!
 
 

Everything you buy helps the animals in the Shelter on holidays and every day!!
 


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