Valley River Humane Society Animal Shelter

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

🐾 FOUND AS A STRAY IN CLAY COUNTY – LOOKING FOR OWNER! 🐾

This dog was found as a stray in Clay County, NC, and we are searching for their owner.

If you recognize this dog or believe they belong to you, please contact Valley River Humane Society at 828-837-2304.

Proof of ownership is required for reclaiming.

Please share to help us reunite this dog with their family! ❤️🐶

10/13/2026

🐾💕 Meet Pokey – Those Eyes, Those Ears, That Little Pink Nose! 💕🐾

Seriously, how adorable is this little guy?! 😻 At just 6 months old, Pokey is already stealing hearts with his big, beautiful eyes, oversized ears, and the sweetest little pink nose! ❤️

Pokey is a shy little sweetheart who’s still learning to trust. He’s a bit skittish, but slowly coming out of his shell! With a little patience, extra love, and a gentle heart, this precious boy will learn that the world isn’t such a scary place. Watching him blossom will make it all the more special! 🥹❤️

🏡 Pokey is looking for a patient, loving home where he can blossom at his own pace.

✨ Sometimes the shyest little souls just need someone to believe in them. ✨

🐾 Let’s help this handsome little boy find his forever home! ❤️

💕 Please share to help Pokey find his special someone!

10/10/2026

❤️🐾 ZIGGY HAS GONE HOME! 🐾❤️

Remember Ziggy? 🥹 The sweet senior boy who had been waiting at the shelter since January, hoping someone would finally choose him? Well, we have the BEST news… Ziggy has found his forever home! 🏡❤️

After spending some time getting to know his new mom and her previous rescue, it seemed like these two were hitting it off! 🐶💕 And just like that, Ziggy’s story took the turn we had all been hoping for.

After so much time waiting behind kennel doors, this 10-year-old Pittie mix finally gets what he’s been dreaming of: a loving home, a family of his own, and a new four-legged friend to share life with. 🥹❤️

We couldn’t be happier knowing that Ziggy gets to spend his golden years surrounded by love, comfort, and companionship. He waited so patiently for his turn, and now he finally gets to be someone’s dog. 🐾

To Ziggy’s new mom, thank you for opening your heart and home to a senior dog who deserved this chance so much. ❤️ And to everyone who shared his story, cheered him on, and hoped right alongside us, thank you for helping give this sweet boy the happy ending he deserved.

From waiting since January to finally being HOME. 🏡❤️

Happy tails, sweet Ziggy! May your days be filled with cozy naps, goofy moments, new adventures, and all the love you could ever ask for. You waited long enough, buddy. Now it’s your time to shine! 🐾🥰

ADOPTED, LOVED, AND HOME AT LAST. ❤️🐶

10/08/2026

🐾❤️ Meet Dave – Your New Best Friend! ❤️🐾

Looking for a little cutie to brighten your days? Meet Dave! 🐱💕

Dave is an adorable 6-month-old tabby boy with the sweetest little face and a whole lot of love to give!

With his beautiful striped coat, big curious eyes, and charming personality, Dave is sure to steal your heart! ❤️

He’s still just a kitten, with so much life ahead of him. All he needs now is a loving family to call his own, a cozy place to curl up, and someone to shower him with the love he deserves.

💕 Could Dave be the missing piece of your family?

Come meet this sweet boy at the shelter and see for yourself just how lovable he is!

🐾 Let’s help Dave find his forever home! 🏡❤️

10/08/2026

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10/06/2026

🐾 Have you met Ziggy’s goofy side?! 😂❤️

You’ve seen the serious face. You’ve heard about how long this sweet senior boy has been waiting.

But today, we just want you to see Ziggy being Ziggy. 🥹💕

This 10-year-old Pittie mix still has plenty of personality, silliness, and love to give. He may be a senior, but that doesn’t mean he’s forgotten how to have fun! 🐶

We thought you should get a little glimpse of the goofy guy hiding behind those kennel doors. Because Ziggy isn’t just a dog who has been waiting since January…

He’s a goofy, sweet, lovable boy who deserves to be someone’s dog. ❤️

So if Ziggy’s silly face made you smile today, maybe it’s time to come meet the boy behind the picture. 🥰

Ziggy is still waiting. And he’s hoping his person sees this. 🐾❤️

10/03/2026

💙 A Heartfelt Thank You to MOOG and Their Wonderful Employees! 💙

Valley River Humane Society would like to extend our deepest and most heartfelt thank you to MOOG and their incredible employees for their overwhelming generosity and the amazing donations they have given to our shelter animals.

Your support means so much more than the items you donated. It uplifts, encourages, and energizes our dedicated shelter staff as they work each day to provide compassionate care, comfort, and hope to every animal who comes through our doors.

Caring for shelter animals is a team effort, and knowing that our community partners are standing beside us makes an incredible difference. Your kindness reminds our staff that the work they do matters and that they are not alone in this mission.

From all of us at Valley River Humane Society—and especially from the dogs and cats whose lives are touched by your generosity—THANK YOU, MOOG! 🐾❤️

We are incredibly grateful for your continued support, kindness, and commitment to helping animals in our community. Together, we are giving them the second chances they deserve. 🐶🐱💙

Thank you for being part of the Valley River Humane Society family!

10/03/2026

🐾 FOUND DOGS – LOOKING FOR THEIR OWNER 🐾

Two dogs were found together on Tusquittee Road in Hayesville, NC and are now safe.

We are working to locate their owner. If you recognize these dogs or believe they may belong to you, please contact Valley River Humane Society at 828-837-2304.

📍 Found: Tusquittee Road, Hayesville, NC
📞 Valley River Humane Society: 828-837-2304

Proof of ownership will be required.

Please share to help us get these two dogs home! ❤️🐶🐶

10/03/2026

🐾 WE’RE HIRING! 🐾

Valley River Humane Society Thrift Store is looking for a dependable, positive, and team-oriented Thrift Store Floor Supervisor to join our team!

📍 Location: 1161 US-64, Murphy, NC 28906
📅 Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
💰 Starting Pay: $11.50/hour
➡️ After a successful 90-day review, pay increases to $12.00/hour

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise and support associates and volunteers on the sales floor
• Assign daily tasks and help keep the store organized and running smoothly
• Assist customers and handle basic customer concerns
• Help with donations, merchandise presentation, fitting rooms, and recovery
• Support cash register operations and authorized supervisor functions
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and welcoming team environment
• Communicate important updates and issues between shifts

What We’re Looking For:

✔️ High school diploma required
✔️ 6 months–2 years of retail experience preferred
✔️ Leadership or team-lead experience is a plus
✔️ Dependable, approachable, and comfortable working on your feet
✔️ Someone who enjoys helping others and keeping things moving!

❤️ Your work in our thrift store helps support the animals of Valley River Humane Society.

If you’re interested in joining our team, please TEXT Sandy, VRHSTS Manager, at 239-728-1935 or EMAIL [email protected].

We would love to have you become part of the Valley River Humane Society Thrift Store team! 🐶🐱❤️