HARRIS COUNTY, Ga. (WRBL) — Every week in Harris County you can find Lisa Youmans with leashes draped across her neck, ready to give the dogs at the Humane Society of Harris County (HSofHC) more than just a walk, but companionship, exercise and a better chance at finding a forever home.
Youmans, a retired teacher, is a part of Wags and Whiskers Walking Club, a volunteer dog walking group with HSofHC, that allows members of the community to walk shelter dogs weekly.
"I was looking for some way to give back to the community after I retired from teaching and I came across this in my search and Kathryn [Daly] graciously invited me in and made me feel part of the team." said Lisa Youmans.
Executive Director of Humane Society of Harris County, Kathryn Daly says the group of about a dozen volu