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Franklin County Humane Society COVID-19 Response

BEGINNING TUESDAY, MAY 26th WE WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH THE FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS
Our building & grounds remain closed to the general public except by appointment. Please be prepared to wait outside the gates. We will be available by phone, 502-875-7297 or email, contact.fchsky@gmail.com, during regular business hours, Tues-Sat 12:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-4:00. We will remain closed on Mondays.

WE HAVE A NUMBER OF ANIMALS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION OR FOSTER & ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

SECURING AN APPOINTMENT
- You must submit an application BEFORE an appointment will be scheduled to meet or pickup the animal(s). All applications MUST be submitted electronically. They can be downloaded, completed then emailed to contact.fchsky@gmail.com
Adoption application: https://www.fchsanimals.org/adopt.html
Foster application: https://www.fchsanimals.org/foster.html
- If you need help with an application, please call the office at 502-875-7297. We will help you with the process. Appointments are scheduled by phone after you submit a completed application.
- Check out our adoptable pets online before calling. They are posted in our Facebook adoption photo albums, on this website and on petfinder.com

Adoption fees are as follows:
Puppies up to 6 months of age, purebred & small breed dogs -- $90
Dogs over 6 months of age -- $75
Dogs over 6 years of age -- $40
Pitbull type dogs -- $25
Kittens up to 6 months of age -- $35 or 2 for $50
Purebred & declawed cats -- $50
Cats over 6 months of age -- $35
Cats over 5 years of age -- $25
Outside barn cats & working cats -- $15

DURING YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Please call the shelter upon arrival, 502-875-7297. A staff member will come out to speak with you about the procedures we need to follow.
- Please DO NOT come inside the gate.
- Please be prepared to wear a mask when interacting with shelter staff.

INTAKES
Intake of animals will continue to be limited to emergencies or public safety issues only. You must call before bringing any animal to the shelter. Emergencies include sick or injured stray animals, animals required to be quarantined or impounded by Animal Control or involved in a law enforcement issue. At this time, we are discouraging owner surrenders and will work with individuals to help them keep their animals.
- If you are sick, please do not bring your animal(s) to the shelter. Please contact the COVID-19 Hotline (800) 722-5725
- To surrender an owned pet, you MUST call 502-875-7297 for an appointment. No exceptions.
- You will be expected to provide proof of residency. Pets from outside of Franklin County will not be accepted. No exceptions.

MYRNA MITCHELL COMMUNITY SPAY/NEUTER APPOINTMENTS
We are resuming our Myrna Mitchell Community Spay/Neuter program. In order to comply with local, state and federal guidelines, we will use the building at 231 E Main Street for all clinics.
- You must be a resident of Frankfort or Franklin County, Ky.
- Please call the shelter 502-875-7297 or email contact.fchsky@gmail.com to register. You will be sent a link to our online form. Once we have received your completed form you can call to schedule your appointment.
- Everyone with previously scheduled appointments have been contacted to reschedule. If you have not received a call, please call the shelter 502-875-7297.

GENERAL PREVENTIVE MEASURES
We are not allowing ANY volunteers at the shelter at this time. If the need arises, we will be in touch with individuals.
All off-site events remain postponed or cancelled until further notice.

OTHERS WAYS YOU CAN HELP
Monetary donations are more important than ever! Donations have already dragged to a halt and we are likely to lose significant revenue in the coming months due to impacts to our events schedule and the broader economy, among other things. We need your help to make up some of the difference. Please donate, set up a recurring donation, or check out our wish list on Amazon Smile.

We will NOT be accepting cash donations at this time. Check donations can still be mailed, but we strongly encourage you to make your donations online at https://www.fchsanimals.org/donate1.html

In-kind donations of items and supplies can still be accepted but does pose a risk to our staff. Please drop off donations outside the gate between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

For the latest information on the novel coronavirus in Kentucky, please visit https://kycovid19.ky.gov/
University of Wisconsin Shelter Medicine Animal Services Role in COVID-19 Support https://www.uwsheltermedicine.com/…/animal-services-role-in…
CDC COVID-19 Information https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Keep up with what is happening through our Board Minutes & Shelter Stats

YOU CAN HELP
OUR ANIMALS TODAY!

Kroger Community Rewards makes raising funds for FCHS easy. All you have to do is shop at Kroger and swipe your Plus card. Our organization code is AS714 so Sign up today!

Did you know you can donate a soft, dry Kuranda Bed to comfort a dog or cat?

Adoption Fees

Puppies up to 6 months, purebred & small breed dogs: $90
Dogs over 6 months: $75
Dogs over 6 years: $40
Pitbull type dogs: $25
Kittens up to 6 months: $35 or 2 for $50
Purebred & declawed cats: $50
Cats over 6 months: $35
Cats over 5 years: $25
Outside barn cats/working cats: $15
Several of our dogs and cats are sponsored and have reduced adoption fees, please inquire.

In addition to our shelter and thrift store, we also house cats at Petco and Feeders Supply in Frankfort that are available for adoption during their business hours. The paperwork and fees are the same as at the shelter facility.

All the Cats: Fixing the Feline Flood 2020

We are offering our spay/neuter services free of charge to All The Cats residing in Franklin County in 2020.

Register in person at 1041 Kentucky Avenue during regular business hours; 12:00-5:00pm Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00-4:00pm Sunday. Proof of residency is required at time of scheduling.

Myrna Mitchell Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program

Male Dog Neuter Package $65 - includes neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, DAPP booster, flea treatment & pain meds
Female Dog Spay Package $75 - includes spay surgery, rabies vaccination, DAPP booster, flea treatment & pain meds
Pit Bull/Pit Bull mix Package FREE - includes spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, DAPP booster, flea treatment & pain meds
Cat Surgery Package FREE in 2020 - includes spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccination, FvRCP booster, flea treatment & pain meds
Note: Spay is $30 extra if female is in heat.

Special pricing for owners on disability and making less than $1000 per month can be found at
More about spay / neuter, and even lower fees

New Shelter Info:
We are seeking a partnership with our local city and county officials to make our badly needed new shelter a reality.
Follow the link* below the new shelter rendering for details of our plan, the local government request and other fundraising plans.

*note most pages side by side
fchs_fundraising_brochure_email.pdf