Join us at PetSmart in Hoover on June 14th from 11AM to 2PM for an exciting adoption event! This is your chance to meet a variety of adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match and answer all your questions about pet adoption. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome a new furry friend into your family and support animal welfare in our community!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Mark your calendars—something pawsitively perfect is brewing! Get ready for a paw-some summer kickoff! 🎉 Join GBHS for our very first Sips for Strays of the season at Trim Tab Brewing Company! We're bringing adoptable pets, GBHS swag, and all the info you need to get involved with GBHS!

Grab a drink, meet some adoptable furry friends, and spend your Saturday making memories with the Trim Tab crew and GBHS team. You just might meet your new FURever best friend! 🐾🍻

Join GBHS at Birmingham District Brewing Company this Saturday, May 31st, from 11 AM to 2 PM!

We're teaming up with Birmingham District Brewing for a special donation drive to support the pets in our care. We'll also be bringing some of our most lovable adoptable animals—so come early to meet your future best friend!

If you're able, please consider bringing a donation of any of the following:

• Wet or dry puppy and kitten food

• Adult dog and cat food (for our Pet Pantry)

• Dog and cat toys

• Dog treats

• Milk replacer for puppies and kittens

• Non-rawhide dog chews

Your support helps us give every animal the care and comfort they deserve. We hope to see you there!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Looking for a sweet treat for a good paws? Come visit our sweet adoptable pets at Jeni’s in Lane Park!

A portion of sales will go to GBHS, so please join us for a beautiful day at Jeni’s! We will be there with giveaways, adoptable pets, and information on how to get involved with GBHS!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Join GBHS for the 24th Annual Magnolia Festival in Gardendale!

This award-winning, family-friendly event takes place at the Gardendale Civic Center complex and offers a fun-filled experience for all ages. GBHS will be one of over 160 vendors, with two stages of live entertainment, a pooch parade, a midway-style carnival, a car show, a free kids' zone, a petting zoo and pony rides, and much more. there's something for everyone at this can't-miss event!

GBHS will be there with adoptable animals, merchandise, and information about our organization, so be sure to stop by and visit us while you're enjoying the festival!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Join GBHS at the Vestavia City Center for Barks & Brews, happening on Thursday, April 24th from 6-8PM in the green space!

Enjoy coupons or specials from select restaurants, live music by Daniel Bowden, adoptable dogs from the Greater Birmingham Humane Society, dog-friendly vendors, and kids' activities! This is an evening you won't want to miss!

We will see you there!

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce it will be hosting the 4th Annual “Paws and Claws Golf Tournament”. The proceeds from this event will go to benefit the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.

Our goal is to help the GBHS in their efforts to promote the humane treatment of animals and people through education, advocacy and services, all while having a little fun. Our K-9 Deputies will be on site again this year to take selfies with our participants for donations - so bring cash and have your photo made with all your favorites!

On behalf of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, we would like to request that you join us by sponsoring the event and/or entering a team to support this worthy charity. There are multiple choices for sponsorship and We hope you will choose the one that best suits your organization.

The ulti-MUTT event is back at Lane Parke, and GBHS will be there!

Visit GBHS at the Puppy Palooza event on Saturday, April 12th, from 11 AM – 2 PM on Jemison Lane!

The event will feature live music, a fido marketplace, kids' activities, K9 splash zone, giveaways, + MORE! There is something for the whole family, two-legged and four-legged alike!

Puppy Palooza benefits our friends at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.

Please email vkrupa@crawfordsq.com if you are interested in being a vendor!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Visit the GBHS booth at the Homewood Block Party!

Visit homewoodlibraryfoundation.org to purchase your ticket!

Get your ticket to music, food, family-friendly fun. HLF raises funds through generous donors and events like the Block Party to support the Homewood Public Library. Tickets are $25 for ages 21 and up, $10 for ages 4-20, and free for children under 4 with the purchase of an adult ticket.

Ticket price includes food samples from local restaurants, beverages, and activities. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door, and the event is rain or shine

Come visit GBHS at the 15th Annual Mutt Strut in Homewood!

 Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
 Location: Homewood Central Park

Get ready for a gnarly dog-friendly 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run with totally tubular 80s/90s vibes!  Whether you're racing, pacing, or just here for the paws and poses, everyone’s welcome to jazzercise their way into supporting the healing magic of Animal-Assisted Therapy!

 Expect upbeat tunes, vibrant retro outfits, and plenty of furry friends to make this morning unforgettable. (Yes, there's even a costume contest!)
All skill levels, leashed pups, and stroller-wielding parents are welcome. Let’s lace up, leash up, and get physical for a great cause! 
 Register today: https://give.handinpaw.org/MuttStrut2025 

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the 8th annual Fido Fest! This pet-friendly celebration of our four-legged friends brings together local vendors and community partners for a day filled with fun, entertainment, and giving back.

This is a free event. RSVP on Eventbrite. We hope to see you there!

What to Expect:
- Adoptions with Greater Birmingham Humane Society
- Pet Fashion Show
- Local Pet-Friendly Vendors with treats, accessories & more
- Live Music by The Onlys and AMP'D ENTERTAINMENT
- Photo ops, giveaways & interactive experiences
- Food trucks & drinks for both humans & pups
- And more to be announced!

All well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome! Enjoy a fun-filled day with your furry friends.

Vendor Applications close March 15, 2025. Questions? Contact the summit at summitbham@centennialrec.com

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Join us at PetSmart in Hoover tomorrow from 10:30AM to 12:30PM for an exciting adoption event! This is your chance to meet a variety of adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match and answer all your questions about pet adoption. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome a new furry friend into your family and support animal welfare in our community!

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society partners with Grace Kline Community Food Pantry to provide pet food to families in need.

Grace Klein Community exists as an educational and charitable 501(c)3 non-profit providing relief to the poor, the distressed and the underprivileged, lessening community tensions, eliminating prejudice and discrimination and combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency

Join us at PetSmart in Bessemer on March 8th from 11AM to 2PM for an exciting adoption event! This is your chance to meet a variety of adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match and answer all your questions about pet adoption. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome a new furry friend into your family and support animal welfare in our community!

Get ready for a pawsome Mardi Gras celebration with our Paw-Di Gras Parade, where pets and their humans can strut their stuff in style!

Welcome to Cahaba Heights inaugural Paw-Di Gras Parade hosted by Cahaba Heights Merchants Association! This all-new community event is sponsored by Cahaba Mountain Brook Animal Clinic and Club Canine. All proceeds will benefit the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.
Join us Sunday, March 2, at 3:30 PM. The dog parade will begin at Meadowlawn Park and end at Regions parking lot at Heights Village . It's $25 per household to register your furry friend for the parade and each dog registered will receive a Mardi Gras bandana. Each dog MUST be leashed. Cahaba Mountain Brook Animal Clinic will present each dog with a treat at completion of parade. Upon registering your canine companion, you will be entered into a raffle for a free bath and groom, and a three day punch card for Club Canine Daycare.
We're so excited to have Cahaba Heights Elementary facility dog, Marlie , serve as Grand Marshal for the parade.
After the parade ends, there will be lots of food, drinks, and fun for the entire family! Live music will take place on Troup's patio, Mr. Larry will be at the Lily Pad, the Doodles truck will serve sorbet and Italian ice and there will be face painting for kids!

Join us at PetSmart in Hoover on February 22nd from 11AM to 2PM for an exciting adoption event! This is your chance to meet a variety of adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Our team will be on hand to help you find the perfect match and answer all your questions about pet adoption. Don't miss this opportunity to welcome a new furry friend into your family and support animal welfare in our community!

Join us for our first GBHS Paw-liday Camp of the new year! Paw-liday Camp will be a one-day camp from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with a good samaritan spin for Random Acts of Kindness Day! You can sign your camper up for this one-day session as space is available!
Paw-liday Camp allows kids to come in and work on enrichment activities and get hands-on experience with the shelter animals - all with a themed spin!
Paw-liday Camp is for ages 6-12 years old.
The registration fee is $50.00 per day. Space is limited. Please be sure to select the correct camp dates.

Registration: https://gbhs.campmanagement.com/p/campers/login_m.php?campInitials=gbhsc

If you have any questions please reach out to the Director of Outreach and Education, Kasey Rawlings at krawlings@gbhs.org.
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
-Campers will need to wear clothes that they can get wet or dirty and tennis shoes (no flip flops or sandals). They will need a jacket since we'll be spending some time outside as the weather permits!
-Campers will need to bring a morning snack and a lunch.
-Campers will need to bring a reusable water bottle every day.
-Campers will NOT need to bring iPads or other electronics/games.

Individual and pairs of tickets are now on sale! A limited number is available so be sure to order yours today! Each ticket is $350 and includes a seated dinner, complimentary wine and beer, music, silent and live auctions, and casino games.

Visit: https://gbhs.org/jcb25 to purchase tickets.

Every year, in conjunction with Mardi Gras, the Greater Birmingham Humane Society Auxiliary hosts the Jazz Cat Ball, the social event of the season. Jazz Cat Ball is one of the largest animal rescue fundraisers in the South, including a black-tie gala, seated dinner, music, casino, and huge online and live auctions! This year’s Jazz Cat Ball is presented by Industrial Chemicals, Inc. and the Jefferson County Commission.

The Jazz Cat Ball has become one of the largest charitable galas in the Southeast, attracting more than 1,000 animal-loving revelers. Every year tables and tickets sell out, and the waiting list continues to grow.

We can’t wait to see you on February 1, 2025!

Visit https://gbhs.org/jcb25to learn about sponsorship information.

Check back for information on when the silent auction goes live and how to participate

Join us on Saturday for our Pet Wellness Clinic! Pet owners will be able to receive free vaccines for their pets!

This is a drive-through clinic (four animals max per vehicle), so owners will stay in their cars. All dogs must be on a leash, and cats must be in a carrier. Vaccines are limited to the first 100 dogs and 25 cats, so please arrive early .Pet owners who cannot make it to the Pet Wellness Clinic but are interested in free or low-cost vaccinations are encouraged to visit GBHS.org/PetResources or email PetPantry@gbhs.org.

Join us for our third year of GBHS Paw-liday Camp! Paw-liday Camp will be two separate full day camps from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Paw-liday Camp allows kids to come in and work on enrichment activities and get hands-on experience with the shelter animals - all with a winter-themed spin!
Paw-liday Camp is for ages 6-12 years old.
The registration fee is $60.00 per day. Space is limited. Please be sure to select the correct camp dates.

Registration: Click here to register!

If you have any questions please reach out to the Director of Outreach and Education, Kasey Rawlings at krawlings@gbhs.org.
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
-Campers will need to wear clothes that they can get wet or dirty and tennis shoes (no flip flops or sandals). They will need a jacket since we'll be spending some time outside as weather permits!
-Campers will need to bring a morning snack and a lunch.
-Campers will need to bring a reusable water bottle every day.
-Campers will NOT need to bring iPads or other electronics/games.