Update on Rescued Yorkies
Eighteen of the Yorkie puppies rescued by the Humane Society of South Mississippi and Gulfport police are officially up for adoption. After a week of some tender love and care, the pups are in great shape and ready to head…
Pets
Happy National Pet Day
Whether they are four-legged or two, furry or have scales, today America celebrated National Pet Day. Animal lovers posted pictures on social media with the hashtag #nationalpetday to share their love for their pets. A representative from the Jackson County…
Pets Meet the Easter Bunny
Would your pet get along with the Easter Bunny? A fundraiser at the Humane Society in Gulfport put that question to the test. The Humane Society of South Mississippi was allowing every member of the family to take a picture…
Adoption Event at the Humane Society of South Mississippi
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is lowering adoption fees for lucky new pet parents. Beginning Thursday, March 17th until Saturday, March 19th HSSM will host a St. Pawtrick’s Day adoption event. The adoption fee for its Lonely Hearts dogs…
‘Finding Rover’ App Now Available
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is the first animal shelter in the state reuniting lost dogs with their owners using free facial recognition technology. South Mississippians can now search for their dogs through the Finding Rover app by just…
Mutti Gras at the Humane Society of South Mississippi
Today is the first day of “Mutti Gras.” The Humane Society of South Mississippi is celebrating with special deals on man’s best friend. The Humane Society is offering 35 percent off dog adoptions from today until Saturday. You can check…
Pet of the Day is Polo
Polo is our featured Pet of the Day. Polo is a five-year-old German Shepard mix that loves crawfish, running and playing with his brother and sister. If you would like your family pet featured on News 25 Today, send us…
Pet of the Day- January 29th, 2016
Our featured pet of the morning is Gianni. Gianni is a nine-year-old American Pitbull Terrier. His favorite thing to do is sleep. His photo was taken on Veteran's Day to honor his pop, who is a Coast Guard veteran. If you…
Pet of the Day- January 28th, 2016
Our featured pet of the morning is Reggie. Reggie is a five-year-old Beagle from Pascagoula. His favorite human food is ribs. He enjoys howling, sniffing, and long walks on the beach. If you would like your family pet featured on…
Humane Society of South Mississippi Inaugurates First Shelter Mascot
GULFPORT, MS, January 28, 2016 – (HSSM) celebrated the inauguration of its first shelter mascot on Wednesday. The ceremony included the unveiling of a new wall display in the adoption lobby featuring photographs of Trout, the 7 year old Labrador/Australian…
Pet Slumber Party Program
Many of us love going to see the dogs and cats at the Humane Society but what if you could take one home for a night without the obligation of adopting?
National Dog Day Adoption Specials
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is extending “National Dog Day” to “National Dog Week” with specials on their adoptions.
Jackson Co. Animal Shelter is Overflowing with Pets in Need of Homes & Fosters
The Jackson County Animal Shelter is once again overflowing with animals in need of their forever homes.
Anonymous Donors Pay Adoption Fees of Lonely Hearts Animals
If you are looking to adopt a furry friend, you could adopt one for free.
The Final Paws: Part II
News 25 reached out to a local pet crematorium, A Pet's Memory, to learn more about the pet cremation industry and to understand why pet owners choose to cremate their pets.
Make a New Year’s Resolution to Neuter Your Male Dog or Cat During H.S.S.M.’s “Happy Neuter Year” Campaign
Sponsored by PetSmart Charities®, “Happy Neuter Year” provides $20 neuter surgeries for male dogs and cats.
Indiana Family is Reunited with Their Dog, Ginger
Earlier this summer, an Indiana family was visiting relatives on the Gulf Coast when the unthinkable happened.
Indiana Family Reunited with Their Dog, Ginger
At the end of July, a family visiting the Gulf Coast from Indiana lost their dog while visiting family in Saucier.
“Pick” Your Savings at H.S.S.M.’s “Pumpkin Patch” This October
All October long, the Humane Society of South Mississippi (H.S.S.M.) is carving down adoption fees for lucky new pet parents.