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3 days ago
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Hawaiian Humane Society unveils Pets in Paradise calendar contest
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaiian Humane Society is bringing back a local favorite and pet lovers across the islands are invited to take part in the 2026 edition. Gov. Green to hold ceremony to honor Pride Month The annual 'Pets in Paradise' calendar contest fundraiser gives Hawaii residents a chance to showcase their furry, feathered or scaly companions in the nonprofit's popular calendar, while helping raise funds for animal welfare services statewide. 'This contest is really about celebrating the special connection people have with their pets,' said Anna Neubauer, president and CEO of the Hawaiian Humane Society. 'But even more importantly, every photo entered and every vote cast directly supports animals in need — from lifesaving medical care to helping families stay together during hard times.' Submissions are open from June 1 through June 30. Pet owners can enter by submitting high-quality, landscape-format photos of their pets in one of three categories: Dog, Cat, and Other Animals. The entry fee is $30 per photo, and households can submit as many entries as they a photo is entered, friends and family can vote online for $1 per vote — with all proceeds going toward more than 30 Hawaiian Humane programs, including pet adoption, rescue operations, spay/neuter services and humane education. Top vote-getters in each category will land a coveted spot in the 2026 calendar: Top 5 Dogs Top 5 Cats Top 2 'Other' Animals Even if a pet doesn't win a featured month, there's still a chance to be included in thumbnail galleries throughout the calendar. Calendars are available for pre-order at $25 (plus $5 shipping) and will be mailed out in November. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news Photo Guidelines: Landscape format, at least 1280 pixels wide, and 1MB file size minimum No people in the photo (pets only) Multiple pets allowed per image All pets must legally reside in Hawaiʻi To enter, vote or reserve a calendar date, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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5 days ago
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See your furry friends in Hawaiian Humane Society's calendar
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Want to see your own furry friend featured in a calendar? Enter your photos today. The Hawaiian Humane Society has announced the return of its popular 'Pets in Paradise' calendar contest. Hawaii's TMT project on chopping block amid federal cuts This annual fundraising event invites pet owners across Hawaiʻi to submit photos of their furry companions for a chance to be featured in the organization's calendar for 2026. Starting June 1 through June 30, the contest will accept photo submissions of dogs, cats and other animals. Entries cost $30 per photo, with no limit on submissions per event will also raise critical funds for over 30 programs and services that Hawaiian Humane provides to support animals and the community. 'What makes this contest truly meaningful is seeing how pet owners across the islands come together to support animals in need,' said Anna Neubauer, president and CEO of the Hawaiian Humane Society. 'Every photo submitted and vote cast helps us provide medical care, find homes for shelter animals and keep pets with their families during difficult times.' Pet owners can enter the contest by submitting high-quality, landscape-oriented photos of their pets. No people are allowed in the photos. Once entered, family and friends can vote for their favorite pets for just $1 per vote. To enter and for more information, visit the Hawaiian Humane Society's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
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New ‘paw-some' dog park heads for Ewa Beach
EWA BEACH, Hawaii (KHON2) — Calling all dog lovers, there's a new place for them to play. The Hawaiian Humane Society has announced the grand opening and blessing ceremony for the Schuler Family Foundation and Jones Family Community Dog Park for Saturday, May 31, at 12 p.m. Honolulu's parks could be going to the dogs: 8 things to know about the big dog park debate The new members-only dog park, located at the Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili, will provide separate areas for large and small dogs to safely socialize and exercise off-leash. This new dog park will help fill a critical gap in community amenities for the island's growing population of pet owners, particularly in Central and West Oʻahu communities. Kahu Kordell Kekoa will conduct the blessing ceremony, with special remarks from Hawaiian Humane Society President and CEO Anna Neubauer and Board Chair David Okabe. This beautiful new dog park embodies our mission to strengthen the human-animal bond by providing a safe space for people and pets to enjoy quality time together. Creating accessible recreational areas for pets and their families is essential for a thriving community. We're deeply grateful to The Schuler Family Foundation and Jones Family for their generosity in making this wonderful resource a reality for Oʻahu residents. Anna Neubauer, CNP, MPA, CAWA, President and CEO of Hawaiian Humane Society The blessing ceremony is free to attend. The first 200 guests will receive a commemorative travel dog bowl to mark this special dogs must be registered before entering the park, with on-site registration available. However, it is strongly encouraged to pre-register to avoid significant delays at the event. To register at the event or in advance, you must provide your dog's microchip number, current vaccination records and proof of spay/neuter. Following the grand opening, the dog park will operate as a members-only facility. Registration is free, though donations are appreciated to help maintain the park. For regular park use after the grand opening: All dogs must be registered online in advance of their first visit Required documentation includes microchip number, vaccination records and proof of spay/neuter Records must be updated annually to maintain membership Members may bring up to two dogs per visit (each dog must be registered) Following registration approval (up to 5 business days), members will receive an email confirmation with instructions for picking up their access key fob The dog park will operate Wednesday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., closing Tuesday for maintenance and on select holidays including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, King Kamehameha Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news To RSVP for the grand opening and blessing ceremony, please contact Meredith Forbes, Director of Development, at mforbes@ or call 808-356-2236. For more information about the dog park or to register your dog, visit the Hawaiian Humane Society website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-04-2025
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Hawaiian Humane Society cares for dog seen in social media abuse video
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The dog who was seen captured on video being swung around by a woman is now being cared for by the Hawaiian Humane Society. Hawaiian Humane Society President and CEO Anna Neubauer confirmed in a statement that Zuko is safe and is in good spirits. Hawaiian Humane Society opening opportunities for teens HHS Field Service officers cited the woman with second-degree animal cruelty and brought Zuko back to the Hawaiian Humane Society's Mōʻiliʻili Campus for further medical evaluation. Officials urge the public to report animal cruelty and abuse to authorities as soon as possible, as posting video on social media before a report is made could jeopardize the case. 'And what I want to stress, you know, is if you see something, say something immediately and try not to think 'Oh, let me post this on social media first,'' said Brandy Shimabukuro, HHS Communications Manager.'So if you see an animal emergency, please call it into the authorities so that investigations can happen very quickly and we can seek justice for these animals who certainly don't deserve the treatment that they've had to endure,' Shimabukuro added. The Humane Society is pushing for the passage of HB698, which would increase penalties for animal abuse. The Hawaiian Humane Society remains committed to ensuring the welfare of all animals on Oʻahu. We will continue to work diligently with HPD and the community to investigate reports of animal cruelty and to hold offenders accountable. Anna Neubauer, Hawaiian Humane Society President and CEO Check out more news from around Hawaii Witnesses of animal abuse are urged to call 911 or Hawaiian Humane's dispatch line at (808) 356-2250. Reports can also be made on Hawaiian Humane's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
