Virginia Cat Festival to be held November 7-8 in Williamsburg (8/19/2026) - The 2026 Virginia Cat Festival will be held on Nov. 7-8 at the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center.Celebrating all things cats, this year’s festival offers a weekend of entertainment,… …
Clear the shelters this August: Your new best friend is waiting (8/19/2026) - There is something special about the moment a shelter pet realizes they are going home. The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is hoping to create many more of those moments as we… …
Summer pet safety: Keeping your pets happy and healthy all season long (7/15/2026) - Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors with our pets. Whether you’re spending the day at the beach, relaxing by the pool, hiking a favorite trail, or enjoying… …
Donnelly named new GMHS Executive Director (6/17/2026) - After nearly 15 years with the organization, Caitlin Donnelly has been named the new Executive Director of the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society. “I’m most excited to take what I’ve learned about… …
The tiniest lives need the biggest help (6/17/2026) - Spring and summer bring warmer weather, blooming flowers, and longer days, but for animal shelters, they also signal the arrival of kitten season. During this time of year, unspayed community… …
Volunteers work to address feral cat issue in area (5/20/2026) - Feral cats are a problem in neighborhoods everywhere, but a loosely-knit network of volunteers is working tirelessly to control the problem in the tri-county area of Gloucester, Mathews and Middlesex.… …National Pet Month: Celebrating the benefits of pets (5/20/2026) - Each May, communities across the country celebrate National Pet Month, a time to recognize the joy, companionship, and countless benefits that pets bring into our lives. At Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society,… …
Celebrating the Heart of GMHS: National Volunteer Month (4/15/2026) - April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and compassion to make a difference. At Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society, volunteers are truly… …Paws for Reading next week at Mathews Library (4/15/2026) - Children are invited to drop by Mathews Memorial Library from 3-5 p.m. next Thursday, April 23, and participate in a new program, Paws for Reading. A therapy dog named Canto… …
Humane Heroes (4/8/2026) - Volunteer Christa Brolley gently unlatches a bluebird box on the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society campus to show Humane Heroes spring break campers the bluebird eggs hidden inside Tuesday afternoon. GMHS Volunteer… …
Fosters needed to help with kitten season (4/8/2026) - Every spring, the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society sees an influx of kittens and pregnant felines, a time of year dubbed as “kitten season.” “It’s here,” said GMHS Foster Coordinator Autumn Lowey.… …
Spay and Neuter goes beyond pregnancy prevention (4/8/2026) - Many pet owners will seek out spay and neuter services when they are concerned a female pet may become pregnant or a male pet may try to impregnate another female.… …
Celebrate puppies, kittens, and second chances on Monday (3/18/2026) - Monday, March 23 is a special day for animal lovers everywhere! Not only is it National Puppy Day, but it’s also National Cuddly Kitten Day. It is a perfect opportunity… …
GMHS donates leashes to AVFR to keep pets safe (3/18/2026) - Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society’s Volunteer & Events Coordinator Voula Douglerakis and Animal Care Supervisor Dom Turner visited Abingdon Volunteer Fire & Rescue last Wednesday, March 11, to donate pet leashes to… …
GMHS to launch youth Pawsitive Impact Club in April (3/4/2026) - Thanks to a grant from the Caroline McCoy-Jones Private Foundation in Richmond, the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society has received a grant to help further develop its youth programming. With the grant,… …
Preventing unwanted litters and improving the health of pets (2/18/2026) - February is recognized as Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, a time to highlight one of the most effective ways to reduce pet overpopulation and improve the health and well-being of animals in… …
GMHS, GVFRS donations (1/14/2026) - The Gloucester Moose Lodge presented the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society and the Gloucester Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad with donation checks for $1,000 each last Thursday, proceeds from Moosestock ’25, a… …
Meet the Author (1/14/2026) - The Gloucester Mathews Humane Society held a Meet the Author event on Saturday, hosting Lesley O’Brien, whose illustrated children’s book, “Unfurmiliar Territory, the Adventures of Captain Marco,” follows the adventures… …
Pet leashes (1/14/2026) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society donated pet leashes to the Gloucester Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad last Thursday to help protect pets during accidents and medical emergencies. This helps to ensure… …
Walk Your Dog Month: A step toward health, happiness and helping homeless pets (1/14/2026) - January is Walk Your Dog Month, a perfect time to celebrate the simple joy of leash-up adventures and to reflect on how walking benefits not only dogs, but people and… …
Spoil a homeless pet this holiday season (12/17/2025) - ’Tis the season to spoil our pets! Let’s be honest, every one of our furry friends is on Santa’s nice list and deserves a little extra love this year. Gloucester-Mathews… …
GMHS family volunteers together (12/17/2025) - After their 16-year-old daughter Cheyenne began volunteering at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society, Dave and Autumn Lowey decided they wanted to, as well. “They have definitely, quickly gotten involved with the… …
ACS raffle (12/17/2025) - From now through Dec. 31, the Animal Care Society of Mathews is holding a raffle fundraiser at its Potpourri Shoppe on Main Street. Proceeds will benefit Gloucester County Animal Control,… …GMHS announces matching gift challenge (12/17/2025) - From now through Jan. 31, any monetary donations made to the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society will be eligible to be matched by two anonymous donors up to $75,000. The cost to… …
GMHS makes progress on new addition (12/3/2025) - The Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society is nearing completion of its new space, The Williams Center, which will serve as an additional wing to the existing facility. The goal of the new… …