OHS Volunteer Superhero

Every single volunteer who helps us is a hero! Sometimes, when one of our fabulous volunteers goes above and beyond in his or her efforts to help OHS animals, they become SUPERHEROES! Each month, we select one of these incredible people to highlight. Their efforts make such a difference in the lives of the animals and the communities we serve. This month's Volunteer Superhero is no exception!

Congratulations to Barb Seth for being named Ozaukee Humane Society’s Volunteer Superhero! Barb has been volunteering at OHS for more than eight years and helps as an OHS Shelter Crew member.

Barb’s Background
Barb is wonderful Ozaukee Humane Society volunteer who donates freely of her time and talents because of her enormous compassion. She and her husband own three busy antique stores. They've adopted several birds from OHS; two zebra finches and a white-faced cockatiel named Gabby. Gabby is now 6 years old and gives customers a warm welcome at Seth’s Antiques, their Grafton store. Barb refers to him as the “Director of Public Relations” and comments that he’s very good at his job.

Growing up, Barb has always had companion animals, including cats, dogs and even snakes. One of her first memories is of her turtles and the big aquarium her father created when she was just five years old. Barb believes that there is always more that we can learn about animals and she is excited about recent discoveries in bird intelligence.

What are some of Barb’s hobbies outside of volunteering at OHS?
“Outside of volunteering, I take great pleasure in painting and drawing. These passions grew while I was an art major in college. Because of my love of antiques, I am also a collector. Some of my collecting favorites are oil lamps and perfume bottles. I also have a sizable collection of antique napkins.”

What are some of Barb’s most memorable volunteer experiences?
“There have been so many; it’s hard to pick just one! One experience, many years ago, was when an older gentleman came in and asked to see our oldest cat. His reasoning being that because of his own age, he wanted to better the life of the most senior cat in our shelter. This gentleman thought it would take longer for the humane society to place the cat. That was one of the nicest adoptions I experienced.”

What is Barb’s favorite aspect of volunteer work?
“Of course, I love animals! I enjoy the hands on experience of working with our cats in the Shelter Crew volunteer position. There are always new things to learn. It’s great to see the return of health and confidence of a cat who has arrived at OHS frightened or sick. The teamwork and everyone at OHS has been fabulous!”

What prompted Barb to volunteer at OHS?
“I have always enjoyed animals and wanted to do more. I had a wonderful friend who used to foster animals for OHS and she was an inspiration to me. Volunteering has been one of my best life experiences.”

What does staff say about Barb?
Beth Maresh, from OHS says that Barb is phenomenal. She is always ready to roll up her sleeves and take on new tasks. She works extra hours when she’s needed and is always thinking of more ways to help. Barb shines in the Shelter Crew position.”

Now Accepting Applications for New Heroes!

Korinne is a shining example of the difference OHS volunteers make in the lives of animals and people. She's a real-life hero. You can be one, too! All you have to do is fill out a Volunteering Application and you'll be helping save lives in no time!