The Humane Society of South Mississippi may be a little quieter this week, at least until they get more animals.

After plenty of hard work the anticipation for entry into the Guinness Book of World Records comes to an end for the Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM). HSSM officials said they have set a world record by having the most pet adoptions within a 24-hour period.

The HSSM was just short 74 pets from its original goal of 300. But that number didn't matter. The HSSM managed to get 226 pets adopted during their adopt-a-thon on Saturday.

Humane Society of South Mississippi:

July 18, 2011 (Gulfport, MS) – The National Weather Service is predicting for 2011 to be a very active storm and hurricane season.  So, while you are preparing your family for possible hurricanes make sure to prepare your pets too with a microchip and a proper pet identification tag. 

“Although the Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM) worked diligently to find the owners of the many pets that were brought to their shelter after Hurricane Katrina, they were largely unsuccessful because the pets did not contain a microchip o

The Diamondhead SPCA is hosting a 50/50 Poker Run on the Water this Saturday, July 16, 2011.

The poker run will start at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Hula's Diamondhead Marina.

SPCA postman can collect hand for non-boating participants. The Diamondhead SPCA will also take pet food donations.

For more information call 228-363-2030.