An adoption event will be held at the Lebanon Veterinary Hospital on Saturday, August 23rd, from 9 AM to 1 PM. While pets from CHS will not be available for adoption at this event, friendly faces from CHS will be on-site to connect with the community and support the cause. Be sure to stop by and say hello to the CHS team while learning more about local adoptable pets and resources. It’s a great chance to show your support and meet others who care about animal welfare.
Stop by the Tag Sale and Animal Awareness Day at the Quarry Campground in Tolland on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, from 9 AM to 3 PM! This community event will feature a wide variety of vendors and activities for all ages. Friends from CHS will be there—make sure to swing by and say hello. Enjoy live music by To be Continued Band and treat yourself to something sweet from Repicci’s Italian Ice truck. It’s a great opportunity to shop, enjoy good company, and support a great cause!
Join the Newington Human Rights Commission, Human Services, & Parks and Rec Department for a COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY!
Say hello to your friends from CHS at the CHS booth! It will be a pawsome day for everyone!
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Mill Pond Park in Newington
6:30pm to 8:30pm
First 100 attendees will receive free ice cream from concessions!
The most important thing pet parents can learn about their dog is how to read their body language. Whether they are interacting with you, your family, friends, visitors, strangers, or other dogs, body language is how dogs communicate. Knowing how to read canine body language will allow you to better understand how your dog is feeling at any given moment.
At this free webinar, speaker Kelley Bollen will discuss what you can do to better help your pup feel comfortable in different situations and how reading body language plays a key role. You will learn the important skill of reading dog body language, allowing you to keep your dog, yourself, and others safe and happy.
Have a question? Submit it during registration or ask it live during the talk.
About the Speaker
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC, is a Certified Animal Behavior Consultant with a master’s degree in animal behavior who has worked in the field of companion animal behavior for over 25 years. She is the owner and principal consultant for Kelley Bollen Consulting, LLC – an animal behavior consulting business. Kelley consults with animal shelters across the country to help them create a comprehensive behavioral wellness program for the animals.
Kelley also provides educational seminars to veterinarians, animal shelters, and the pet-owning public. She is an Adjunct Professor at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts and the University of the Pacific. Kelley is an author of chapters and articles relating to animal behavior and is an invited speaker at national animal welfare conferences.
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Love Link Day is a community mutual aid festival hosting our 3rd Annual Event! Love Link is a community-led effort connecting people to care, resources, and each other. Rooted in mutual aid and radical love, we build bridges across cultures and struggles to uplift those too often left behind.
Featuring entertainment, food, music, dance, free health screenings, giveaways and much more! A free community resource event with clothing, local service providers, and informational tables. Your friends from CHS will be there, so stop by and say hello!
Join CT Humane Society and Dr. Amanda Sterman as we learn the ins and outs of urinary tract health in cats.
Male cats are notorious for having difficulties when it comes to their urinary health. Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) can be frustrating for the cat and the person who loves them. Learn about why it happens and the symptoms your cat may have when experiencing FLUTD and what you should do as their owner.
During this free webinar, Dr. Amanda Sterman will provide attendees with a better understanding of FLUTD. Learn about why it happens and what you can do to better help the feline in your life.
Have a question? Submit it during registration or ask it live during the talk.
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Join your friends at CHS for a purr-fectly delightful evening at WORK_SPACE in Manchester for the opening of Reigning Cats and Dogs, an art exhibit that honors the four-legged companions who rule your homes and hearts. This vibrant and whimsical show features local artists who bring their love for cats and dogs to life through painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media.
Whether you’re a devoted dog lover, a passionate cat person, or simply someone who appreciates heartfelt and creative expression, this event promises joy, inspiration, and a tail-wagging good time.
Save the date! Wilton Pride, in partnership with Wilton Library, will be bringing back the third annual Wilton Pride “Be You” Festival on Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Building upon the previous year’s great success, this year’s festival will feature music, performing arts, exhibits, food trucks and much more on the Town Green.
Make sure to say hello to your pawsome friends at the CHS booth while you celebrate all of the wonderful things that make you beautiful and unique!
With watercolors as your medium, Connecticut Humane Society staff as your guides, and an 8” x 10” blank slate canvas, you’ll create a masterpiece of your beloved pet. This is an opportunity for people of all art skill levels, no prior painting experience required!
Your ticket for this workshop includes an 8”x10” watercolor canvas, all the art supplies you’ll need, and step-by-step guidance from CHS staff.
Whether you paint a pastel pittie, a monochrome Maine Coon or a bold bunny, all types of pets are welcome to be painted. Don’t have a pet at home? Paint one of CHS’ pets who is awaiting adoption.
Spots are limited. Pre-registration is required. Open to painters ages 12+. All children under 18 must attend with a registered adult.
Important note: No live muses, please–no exceptions. This event is not pet friendly. Please submit a photo of the pet you would like to paint during registration.
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