Heaven Can Wait Animal Society

After all of that confusion, Rex must be feeling like his own worst enemy… he didn’t mean to call us that 😼

Rex successfully snuck out!…Until he was trapped after Day 1 of being on his own. Luckily, Rex had a microchip that we were able to scan, and we contacted his mom. While he was there, she gave us the go-ahead to neuter Rex!

#heavencanwaitlv #microchipyourpets #homeagain #catlover #catmom

On International Women's Day, we want to celebrate the kind, intelligent, compassionate women who make our mission possible, and save lives every week. 🌎🩷

#InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #HeavenCanWaitLV #lasvegas #spayandneuter

HEY VEGAS: You could be eligible for a $5 microchip! This special deal is for residents of unincorporated Clark County. Check your jurisdiction at bit.ly/checkjurisdiction (link in our bio!) 🌷
Call 702-655-4800 to make an appointment!

#clarkcounty #microchip #heavencanwaitlv

FUN FACT FRIDAY (3/6/26): Intact male dogs account for 60-80% of all dog bites. Neutering your dog naturally decreases their testosterone, which often helps with aggression and disobedience.

#heavencanwaitlv #funfactfriday #dogs #doglover #spayandneuter

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We have super cute “hip to be tipped” t-shirts at our clinic, and we promise to bag them all like this. 💜

All proceeds go to our Community Cat Action Fund! 🐱
#communitycatsoftiktok #heavencanwaitlv #fashion #lasvegas

NAMASTE DAYS ARE FULLY BOOKED!

So many cats and dogs will have access to lifesaving foundational care thanks to the Jason Heigl Foundation! 🐶🐱

#jasonheiglfoundation #jasonheigl #namastedays #namaste #heavencanwaitlv

🏷️ #womenshistorymonth #herstorymonth #vetmed #drpatriciaoconnor #zoovetmed

(8) At the time of her profession, women consistently made up less than 5% in Veterinary medicine from 1940-1960. Dr O'Connor paved the way for more women to enter the profession, especially in large and exotic animal medical practice.

SOURCES: aazv.org, theglindafactor.com

(7) In 1960, the group adopted bylaws and officially became the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians. The American Association of Zoo Veterinarians is still highly esteemed to this day, and provides valuable knowledge and advice to those in the career.

(6) Pat was meeting with 3 other zoo vets when she decided to formalize their sharing of best practices by founding the North American Zoo Veterinarians organization. She became its first president, serving from 1946-1957.

(5) Dr. O'Connor did not gate-keep her discoveries and knowledge of zoo veterinary medicine. She often contacted other zoo veterinarians for advice, and to share what she had observed and learned in her own position at the Staten Island Zoo.

(4) She challenged herself to get to know all of her patients; she kept hundreds of pages of detailed notes of their species, health status, and personalities.

(3) Zoo-based veterinary medicine was a brand new concept; there were no specialized courses or knowledge set aside to teach prospective professionals about this line of work. A lifelong learner, Dr. O'Connor was recorded saying "Animals can teach people a lot."

(2) At first being anticipated to be released from her position after the war ended, the Staten Island Zoo made the decision to keep employing her.

Dr. O'Connor kept detailed notes about all of the zoo's inhabitants, curating special dietary needs and treatment plans for their species.

(1) Dr. O'Connor was the first female full-time zoo veterinarian in the United States, and quite possibly, the first female zoo veterinarian in the United States period. Patricia was hired for an interim position at the Staten Island Zoo in 1942 at the beginning of World War II.

Celebrating Women's History Month: Dr Patricia O'Connor, VMD.
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We want to thank the Cheryl Ann Taylor (CAT) Memorial Fund for their generous gift to our clinic!

To learn more about Cheryl, the wonderful person that the fund memorializes, publicly view our “thank you” post on Facebook! www.facebook.com/share/p/1SGt...

FUN FACT FRIDAY (2/27/26): Fixing your cat or dog decreases the likelihood of mammary cancer and prostate enlargement. A complete spay or neuter eliminates the chance of ovarian, uterine, cervical, and testicular cancer. 🩺❤️

#funfactfriday #spayandneuter #heavencanwaitlv #spayandneuterclinic

Hey Vegas, we’re trying to spread the word! 🗣️

If you’d like to distribute physical flyers, email svanerio@hcws.org to get the full PDF!

Thank you for amplifying our mission and heartwarming support 💙 we couldn’t do what we do without YOU!

#namastedays #lasvegas #clarkcounty #heavencanwaitlv

Our fundraiser “Pucker Up for Paws” is only taking donations for 3 more days! With a donation of $5 or more, you’re entitled to a free Polaroid of you and your pet at our kissing booth!
Go to bit.ly/puckerupforpaws to get to smooching! 😘

#puckerupforpaws #puppies #puppylove #theromeofund

HOME CARE is dedicated to Equity through Human and Animal Well-Being, amplifying marginalized voices and promoting inclusive pet adoption.

careawo.org

🏷️ #CARE #blackhistorymonth #BIPOC #companionsandanimalsforreformandequity #animalwelfare

(7) CARE's initiatives include providing scholarships to people of color aspiring to become veterinarians, thereby addressing the underrepresentation in the field and contributing to a more inclusive future.

SOURCES: careaw.org, Baltimore Magazine

(6) Established in 2019, CARE is a BIPOC-led organization that addresses systemic inequities in animal welfare. The organization focuses on creating solutions imbued with community wisdom, ensuring that marginalized communities have access to resources and support for their companion animals.

(5) A few years later, he and Chetana Mirle broke ground in writing a proposal for funding a non profit that would introduce equity and opportunities for BIPOC individuals who were looking to make a difference in the animal welfare world. To both of their surprise, “A Life for Riley” said yes.

(4) When the Humane Society of the United States asked his team to put together a spay/neuter campaign post-Hurricane Katrina, James started noticing systemic inequity in pet ownership and animal welfare organizations.

(3) James Evans did not start his career in animal welfare; his initial calling was in creative work, landing a position at a marketing and communications firm.

(2) As the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE), Evans has been instrumental in reshaping the narrative around animal welfare to encompass the well-being of both animals and their human companions.