Heritage Humane

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2023-03-11 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, March 11 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

FREE Dog Training Workshop - What is a Therapy Dog?
2023-03-08 12:00 - 12:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Sign up for our FREE dog workshops! There are a variety of topics – from potty training, to jumping up, to leash manners – our workshops go over behavioral basics and training tips for dogs and humans of all ages and backgrounds.
All workshops start at 12 p.m. and are approximately 30 minutes in length. We will be hosting the workshops in our indoor multi-purpose classroom. Our facility is located at 430 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185. The workshops are for humans only, no dogs. Simply fill out the information below to secure your spot!
CLICK HERE to sign up today!

FREE Dog Training Workshop - Four Feet on the Floor
2023-03-06 12:00 - 12:30 | Heritage Humane Society

FREE Dog Training Workshop - Potty Training
2023-03-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Heritage Humane Society

Be My Yoga Valentine
2023-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Heritage Humane Society
Join us on Valentine’s Day from 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. at Heritage Humane Society for an hour-long beginner-friendly yoga practice with Jessica Ruff Yoga. It will be a donation-based yoga class to benefit the homeless pets at the shelter.
This is a gentle yoga class that will open all lines of the body in a fluid and accessible way. Accessible to yogis of all levels and beginner-friendly, modifications will be offered to meet the needs of all personal practices. Bring your mat and be ready to breath, move, have fun, and meet some adorable, adoptable dogs at the end!
The class will be held in the shelter’s classroom. Carpooling is recommended if possible. Thank you!

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2023-02-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, February 11 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Pawprints in the Sand Cat Show
2023-02-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Knights of Columbus, 12742 Nettles Drive, Newport News, 23606, United States
Pawprints in the Sand CFA Championship Cat Show
Saturday, February 11, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Knights of Columbus | 12742 Nettles Dr., Newport News, VA
Join us at the 2023 CFA Championship Cat Show. Come see beautiful cats compete in the show. There will be cats, vendors, exhibits, and more!
The Heritage Humane Society will be at the event with some of our adoptable cats competing in the show.
Admission: Adults – $5, Seniors & Children (6-12 years old) – $3, Children under 5 years old – FREE
For more information call – 757-489-4516
Click HERE for to view the flyer for the event.

Hearts for Homeless Pets
2023-01-23 - 2023-02-14 | Heritage Humane Society
Open Your Heart! Jan. 23 through Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14), we hope you’ll participate in our Hearts for Homeless Pets campaign by buying paper hearts to show your love for pets! You can customize your heart with a pet lover’s name(s), pet’s name(s), or a special message. By remembering your pets and special pet-lovers with a heart, you are also remembering our homeless ones awaiting adoption! All donations are tax-deductible and will directly benefit the pets at Heritage Humane Society.
For the many pets in our care, we are so incredibly grateful for your support.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the fundraiser.

Donation Yoga at Frothy Moon Brewhouse
2023-01-21 08:30 - 09:30 | Frothy Moon Brewhouse, 1826 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join us at Frothy Moon Brewhouse on Saturday, January 21, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. for a donation-based yoga class to benefit the homeless pets at The Heritage Humane Society.
Donate a little or nothing at all and enjoy a beginner-friendly, all-levels yoga practice to find clarity and peace.
Did you know Frothy Moon has a coffee bar? Enjoy the best-brewed coffee this side of the moon after your yoga practice.
No pre-registration is necessary, just come with your mat and water.

Hampton Roads Show Pet Pals
2023-01-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Hampton Roads Show, 300 Wavy St., Portsmouth, VA, 23704, United States
An adoptable pet from Heritage Humane Society will be showcased on the Hampton Roads Show on Thursday, January 19, 2023!
We will also be discussing “Everything you need to know” about what’s going on at Heritage Humane Society!
This is a fun show and we are excited to be a part of it. If you’re interested in learning more about the organization, be sure to watch!

Betty White Charity Trivia Night
2023-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Alewerks, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us in celebrating Betty White’s 101st birthday on January 17!
For those who love a good challenge for a great cause, come to the Betty White trivia night at Alewerks. It starts at 7 PM and the questions will be about Betty White, Golden Girls, pets, and Heritage Humane Society.
Donations will be collected through the event and Alewerks is also donating $1 per pint of beer sold to support the homeless pets at Hertage Humane Society. There will be plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, which will also include a television and speaker so everyone is included in the game.
Let’s honor Betty’s life and love of animals together!
CLICK HERE to learn about the other ways to celebrate Betty with the #BettyWhiteChallenge.

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2023-01-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, January 14 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

MarsCon 2023
2023-01-13 15:00 - 2023-01-15 16:00 | Holiday Inn VA Beach – Norfolk, 5655 Grennwich Rd., Virginia Beach, VA, 23462, United States
Join us at Tidewater Virginia’s Longest Running Convention – MarsCon! This year’s theme is “Witches and Warlocks.”
To learn more about the 2023 MarsCon convention CLICK HERE!
MarsCon is hosting a charity auction to benefit The Heritage Humane Society. There will be an information table at the convention.

Pause for Paws - WMBG Radio
2022-12-27 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-12-20 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-12-13 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-12-06 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-11-29 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-11-22 09:15 - 09:45, 2022-11-15 09:15 - 09:45 | WMBG Radio
Please join us by listening to WMBG FM 97.7 & AM 740 from 9:15 am till 9:45 am for our Pet of the Week.
Thank you to Colonial Veterinary Clinic and Carrot Tree Kitchens for sponsoring this weekly segment!

Williamsburg Christmas Market
2022-12-21 11:00 - 18:00, 2022-12-20 11:00 - 18:00, 2022-12-19 11:00 - 18:00 | Williamsburg Christmas Market, Court Street in Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Looking for a fun way to get in the holiday spirit? Join us at the Williamsburg Christmas Market on Monday, Dec 19 – Wednesday, December 21 from 11 am – 6 pm.
We will have a booth in the outdoor venue. We will be selling holiday gifts for the humans and pets on your shopping list. Please stop by! All proceeds benefit the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the event!
Location: The market will be located on Court Street (Adjacent to Bicentennial Park/Behind the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg). There will be 32 vendor chalets, as well as photo ops with Santa, live entertainment, gluhwein (warm spiced wine), craft beers, Christmas music, fire pits, & delicious market food from local restaurants.

Monthly Auxiliary Meeting
2022-12-14 10:15 - 11:15 | Heritage Humane Society
The Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary has been a vital part of the Heritage Humane Society for over 25 years. As a standing committee of the HHS, this group continually seeks to develop and present numerous and varied fundraising events to support the shelter while creating community awareness and education about all HHS services.
This dedicated group sponsors numerous fundraising events every year with all proceeds helping fund operating expenses of the shelter. The Auxiliary also supports many other initiatives such as the donation canisters around town, antique mall booth, as well as projects sponsored by Heritage Humane Society, like yard sales, bake sales, community events, and more.
The Auxiliary has meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:15 am. The meetings are held in the classroom at Heritage Humane Society. We welcome anyone interested in learning more about the Auxiliary to please call (757) 221-0150 ext. 1001 or email volunteer@heritagehumane.org if you are interested in attending.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the Auxiliary.

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2022-12-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, December 10 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm. During this event, purchase any bag of Zignature pet food, and Nautical Dog will donate a 4 lb bag of Zignature to our shelter!

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Hampton Roads Show Pet Pals
2022-12-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Hampton Roads Show, 300 Wavy St., Portsmouth, VA, 23704, United States
An adoptable pet from Heritage Humane Society will be showcased on the Hampton Roads Show on Thursday, December 1, 2022!
We will also be discussing “Everything you need to know” about what’s going on at Heritage Humane Society!
This is a fun show and we are excited to be a part of it. If you’re interested in learning more about the organization, be sure to watch!

Liz Moore & Associates - Potluck with a Purpose
2022-11-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Liz Moore & Associates, 5350 Discovery Park Blvd., Williamsburg, 23188, United States

PetSmart Adoption Day!
2022-11-13 12:00 - 14:00 | PetSmart Williamsburg, 4900 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us at PetSmart on November 13 from 12 pm – 2 pm for an Adoption Event!
There are many ways you can help and participate in this event!

Come visit the cats and kittens!
There are adoptable cats in the Cat Adoption Center at PetSmart. We will have volunteers at PetSmart from 12 pm – 2 pm to show cats!

Meet some other adoptable pets!
We will have 1-2 adoptable dogs and possibly some small critters at PetSmart from 12 pm – 2 pm. Look for the orange “Adopt Me” vest on the dogs!

Learn about the happening at Heritage Humane Society!
We will have an information table set up inside PetSmart. Make sure to visit it to see what is happening at our shelter right now! We will have brochures, event information, and adoption binders with listings of our available pets.
Donate supplies!
If you are purchasing pet supplies at PetSmart, consider donating to Heritage Humane Society! The cashiers at PetSmart will set aside items for the homeless pets in our care. CLICK HERE to see our Wish Lists.
PetSmart Location:
PetSmart Williamsburg
4900 Monticello Ave.
Williamsburg, VA 23188

PetSmart Adoption Day!
2022-11-12 12:00 - 14:00 | PetSmart Williamsburg, 4900 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us at PetSmart on November 12 from 12 pm – 2 pm for an Adoption Event!
There are many ways you can help and participate in this event!

Come visit the cats and kittens!
There are adoptable cats in the Cat Adoption Center at PetSmart. We will have volunteers at PetSmart from 12 pm – 2 pm to show cats!

Meet some other adoptable pets!
We will have 1-2 adoptable dogs and possibly some small critters at PetSmart from 12 pm – 2 pm. Look for the orange “Adopt Me” vest on the dogs!

Learn about the happening at Heritage Humane Society!
We will have an information table set up inside PetSmart. Make sure to visit it to see what is happening at our shelter right now! We will have brochures, event information, and adoption binders with listings of our available pets.
Donate supplies!
If you are purchasing pet supplies at PetSmart, consider donating to Heritage Humane Society! The cashiers at PetSmart will set aside items for the homeless pets in our care. CLICK HERE to see our Wish Lists.
PetSmart Location:
PetSmart Williamsburg
4900 Monticello Ave.
Williamsburg, VA 23188

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2022-11-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, November 12 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm. During this event, purchase any bag of Zignature pet food, and Nautical Dog will donate a 4 lb bag of Zignature to our shelter!

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer
