Graham County K9

05/14/2026

The biggest problem I see in dogs that come to me are people who constantly focus on everything they don’t like about their dog with no focus on what they want. Imagine how confusing it would be to live with people who constantly scolded you for doing things but never took the time to explain and teach what they would prefer instead. Dogs are not machines and they actually are quite good at reasoning and problem solving. It’s our job to set them up for success and show them the way. To do otherwise is unfair and creates more issues than it solves.

If you have a dog and find yourself constantly correcting him, the problem is not the dog. It’s you. Instead of punishing the dog or dumping it, be accountable and get help from a reputable trainer who can not only teach your dog but more importantly teach you how to be a fair, confidence building handler/owner.

09/17/2025

We are starting a Chilly Drive to better prepare our pets for the winter. We are asking for extra large dog igloos. These can be bought from Walmart via the qr code or the link below. Donations can be dropped off at Valley River Humane Society or shipped to us at 7450 US-19, Marble, NC 28905.
For more information, please call the shelter at 828-837-2304
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Petmate-Indigo-Doghouse-Plastic-Igloo-Dog-House-37-5-L-Medium-for-Dogs-20-to-50-lb-Beige/20393594?sid=6e7addf9-0c5a-4153-8afe-c4167efd45a5

09/16/2025

09/02/2025

LET THIS SINK IN 👇

08/26/2025

NOW ACCEPTING AND APPROVING VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS!

Our tails are wagging with excitement because our volunteer program is active again!

Thank you for being so patient as we have been working diligently to get all of the bugs fixed.

It is now up and running SMOOTHLY! If you have applied, please check your email for the next steps.

If you are interested in applying, please visit our website or use the QR codes below.
Again, we thank you for your patience and understanding.

We appreciate each of you 🥰🐶🐱🐾

08/22/2025

No More Excuses!

Tired of the animal shelter always being full? Think you can’t afford spay/neuter? We are the charity doing something about it. Logan’s Run Rescue. Care to be part of the solution? https://www.logansrunrescue.com/wow.html

07/13/2025

This is Fable. Yes, she’s brown. Yes, she’s 76 pounds. And yes, she’s been mistaken for a piece of furniture more than once.

But Fable is funny. She’s 3 years old, fully vetted, good with other friendly dogs, and has mastered the art of being both majestic and ridiculous. One minute she’s posing like a show dog, the next she’s sliding off the couch like a melted popsicle.

She’s not hyper. She’s not needy. She’s just a big, goofy dog with no idea she’s not still a puppy—and zero shame about it.

Boring? Not even close. Use this handy link to apply.
https://bchsohio.org/dogs/

07/12/2025

This is Rebar.
If golden retrievers are golden boys, Rebar is the guy at the cookout who calls your grandma “queen” and somehow leaves with a plate of food and everyone's phone number.

He is:
– 1 year old
– 44 lbs
– Good with dogs
– Emotionally unprepared for rejection

Rebar meets you once and immediately assumes you're soulmates. You’re getting leaned on. You’re getting followed. You’re getting licked like you’ve got unpaid emotional debt and he’s here to collect.

We could say “he’s friendly,” but that’s like saying the sun is “a bit warm.”

Adopt Rebar. Or start explaining to him why you don’t believe in love.
bchsohio.org/adoption-application