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Enrich the Lives of Shelter Pets

The Arizona Humane Society, in Phoenix, will host a public volunteer family-friendly event to help homeless animals on Saturday, February 8, from 9 to 11 a.m. There will be several ways people can get involved and help the furry shelter residents, including crafting cat toys and making dog treats.

Location: Nina Mason Pulliam Campus for Compassion, 1521 W. Dobbins Rd., Phoenix. Space is limited; RSVP is required. To RSVP, visit AZHumane.org/eventcalendar/public-volunteer-event-february. For questions, contact Ashliegh Goebel at [email protected].




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