House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary

House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary We provide a loving home for unwanted senior pets and give medical grants to assist in pulling/adopting seniors out of shelters ❤️
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In 2006, Sher Polvinale and her late husband, Joe, created a senior pet sanctuary in their home in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Sanctuary residents are senior and special needs dogs and cats who have lost their families and homes through no fault of their own. Because of their advanced age and various medical conditions, they have little chance of being adopted. The Sanctuary’s mission is to provide a

helping hand for senior pets, so they can live their best lives. In addition to top-notch “room and board,” all our residents receive abundant, unconditional love and affection. Those who arrive at the Sanctuary with health problems immediately get the care they need, such as diagnostic screenings, dental work, medication, and surgery. The Sanctuary offers residents* a life well worth living. They have a safe, roomy, comfortable, bright, and spotless home environment. On our two-acre property, they play in secure outdoor yards and spend supervised time in fenced, grassy fields. We provide ongoing health care and wellness screening, consulting veterinary specialists as needed. Residents are fed high-quality foods/treats and receive special diets as required.

*Our current residents are all members of the “pup pack.” But over the years, we have welcomed countless dogs AND cats, and we continue a variety of efforts to support all pets who need a helping hand. For example:

Our K-9 & Kitty Medical Miracles Grants program supports our Rescue Partners who pull senior and special needs dogs and cats either from a shelter or owner give up. We provide a grant to help pay for medical care they need to make them adoptable and help them find their new forever home. Feed Fido & Fluffy is our HWAH Pet Pantry. With donations from our supporters, we purchase food and supplies for pets in need. HWAH relies on volunteers, donations, grants, and wish-list gifts to accomplish our primary mission of providing a helping hand for senior dogs and cats in need. We are always looking for ways to “pay it forward” on their behalf. We reserve the right to delete comments, posts or photographs that are:

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While we encourage open discussion, including differences of opinion, we will remove and/or block you from this page if you repeatedly violate this policy. Further, HWAH does not endorse or approve the comments, posts or photographs by others that are on this page. HWAH does not warrant and shall not be held liable the accuracy, truthfulness or reliability of the information or opinions posted on this site.

Happy Happy Saturday everyone! Here is our awesome volunteer Susan hanging out with Tillie 😊❤️(Thanks for the picture, K...
09/05/2026

Happy Happy Saturday everyone!

Here is our awesome volunteer Susan hanging out with Tillie 😊❤️

(Thanks for the picture, Kat!)

Scott also highlighted the importance of coffee in his creative process, revealing: "Coffee is a big part of my creative...
09/05/2026

Scott also highlighted the importance of coffee in his creative process, revealing: "Coffee is a big part of my creative process. It gets my brain going and helps me make connections and generate jokes. Exercise does this too (and alcohol to some degree), but coffee is essential. When I’m brainstorming, I think about what my two cats and my dog have been doing lately—their weird behaviors—and try to turn that into a comic. Or I think about what I’ve been doing over the past few days and see if there’s a way to exaggerate something to make it funny. Those are the main ways I come up with ideas." (Courtesy of Scott Metzger)

It's Found A Home Friday! Shay has been adopted!We featured Shay on behalf of our rescue partner Reed's Rescue in Parkto...
09/04/2026

It's Found A Home Friday!

Shay has been adopted!

We featured Shay on behalf of our rescue partner Reed's Rescue in Parkton, MD.

We wish Shay and her new family a lifetime full of love and happiness!❤️

If you would be interested in adopting a senior pet, visit our website for a list of our rescue partners.

www.housewithaheart.com

09/04/2026

❤️House with a Heart’s Legacy of Love: Getting to Know our HWAH Team ❤️

This our *EIGHTH* video in our ‘Getting to Know our HWAH Team’ Series! In this specific video, we are asking our team: What do you love about House with a Heart? (A special thank you to all of our volunteers who gave such heartfelt testimonials.)

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We are celebrating our Sanctuary’s 20th Anniversary this year!!! Every Friday we will be sharing stories, videos, volunteer experiences, and more to commemorate our 20th year of loving and caring for senior and special needs pets. Please make sure to tune in and consider donating to House with a Heart to help keep our mission going!
https://housewithaheart.com/support-hwah-2/

That “leaving work before a long weekend” feeling! Who else is ready to dash into some extra days of fun and relaxation?...
09/04/2026

That “leaving work before a long weekend” feeling! Who else is ready to dash into some extra days of fun and relaxation? 🐾✨

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Cheers to actor Josh Hutcherson for volunteering with animal shelters like spcaLA to promote adoption...
09/04/2026

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Cheers to actor Josh Hutcherson for volunteering with animal shelters like spcaLA to promote adoption and raise awareness for rescue animals.
https://people.com/josh-hutcherson-shares-his-passion-for-big-dogs-and-pet-adoption-12071352?utm_campaign=peoplepets&utm_content=new&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&fbclid=IwY2xjawT-6aRwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTV4M1V3YXM1c082ZTNHNUJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeZiF0ShshiIBFd2Img7Fi_cjKfEV5uH6PG7sBBBID_SXdLXt6g_EPrr-WP34_aem_O3XmsgdGYdwll-wxgitOLw

Josh Hutcherson shares why he loves big dogs, supports shelter adoption, and volunteers with animals in need through Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

🌟This is a courtesy post for our friends at Reed's Rescue in Parkton, MD🌟 Say Hi to Crouton! 🐾At 16 years young, Crouton...
09/03/2026

🌟This is a courtesy post for our friends at Reed's Rescue in Parkton, MD🌟

Say Hi to Crouton! 🐾

At 16 years young, Crouton has mastered the art of enjoying the simple things in life. ❤️ He still has a little pep in his step and looks forward to his daily walks, but his favorite place is right by your side.

Crouton is quiet, house-trained, and easygoing. He’s not much of a toy guy—instead, he prefers good company, a cozy spot to relax, a predictable routine, and, of course, the occasional treat. 🦴

He’s the kind of companion who doesn’t ask for much, but gives you something pretty special in return: quiet, loyal companionship.

If you’re looking for a gentle senior who will happily stroll through life with you and then settle in for a peaceful afternoon, Crouton might be your perfect match. 🏡❤️

Visit Reed's Rescue to learn more and apply to adopt. reedsrescue.org.



Biscuit says hi!
09/03/2026

Biscuit says hi!

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09/03/2026

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🌟This is a courtesy post for our friends at Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats in Black Mountain, NC🌟It's Whisker Wednes...
09/02/2026

🌟This is a courtesy post for our friends at Laps and Naps Home for Senior Cats in Black Mountain, NC🌟

It's Whisker Wednesday!

Meet your new best friend - DOMI 🧡

At 15 years young, this beautiful senior girl has plenty of love left to give—and she’s ready to find someone who will make her feel like the queen she is.

Domi is a total people-lover with a soft purr and a sweet, affectionate personality. And don’t let her age fool you—she still has a playful streak that pops out when the mood strikes! 😻

She’s lived with other cats before, but these days, Domi would much rather have the kingdom (and the couch!) all to herself. 👑

If your idea of the perfect companion is a sweet senior girl who will happily keep you company and fill your home with love, Domi may be your girl. ❤️

If you would be interested in adopting Domi, visit lapsandnaps.org.



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Gaithersburg, MD
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