Rocky’s full story …………………. 2018 has been another amazing year at HWAH. We are now in our 12th official year as a non-profit caring for Seriously Senior and Special needs dogs and cats. With your continued support we have been able to save 12 seniors this past year...
We wanted to share this update we posted on Facebook with you... A note from Sher- HELP!!!! I desperately need YOUR help!!! and this time it is not about silliness like how to not eat too many ice cream sandwiches or which way the paper towels should roll!! I would...
Ways to Donate to House with a Heart: Via Check: Mail to House with a Heart 6409 Stream Valley Way, Gaithersburg MD 20882 Online Via PayPal: Click to donate: Thank you for your interest in supporting HWAH... If you do not have a PayPal account, you can set one up at...
In animal rescue programs and adoption centers, "bonded pairs" are two dogs or cats that have a very close relationship, as the moniker expresses. What is a bonded pair? All pets are capable of forming bonds, either with other pets or with humans. Bonded pairs of...
Typical Day at House with a Heart…(as observed by our in-house reporter Joie) Up at 5 AM to let the dogs out – upstairs first, then all of the downstairs visiting dogs. Change all of the dogs with doggie diapers. Check email. Of course, take a shower... do my teeth...
Donating is one of those touchy subjects. No one likes to ask for money, but everyone knows most non-profits are always looking for support. And we are no exception… But today, at House with a Heart, we want to say a BIG Thank You. Thank you to all of our regular...
WOWZER – Chris has really stepped up and taken the bull by the horns. She has been working as our General Manager of Daily Operations for the past few weeks---wooohooo fancy title for “working your butt off”… Chris has filled in for all of the shifts when people...
Getting to know Sher… Most of you know the story of how Sher and her husband Joe started House with a Heart. Over the years, HWAH has been featured on TV, and Online Videos and Magazines. And while they tell the story of the mission of HWAH – to save and help...
May 29, 2015 - Nearly two-dozen dogs are spending their golden years at House with a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary. Sher Polvinale and a team of volunteers at this Gaithersburg, Maryland, home spare no expense and care for the dogs' every need—from washing and feeding to...
"Rest easy, my sweet Gracee girl. Our time together on this earth was short, but it was filled with love" Julie H. Normally stories start at the beginning, but we found out last December that Julie's senior friend, Gracee passed away after Christmas. But here is her...