Greenwood ended up landing a role in several scenes of “The Help.”

Norris said Quinny’s sudden death forced them to cast one of their dogs they rescued in Los Angeles to be in “Get On Up.”

“Earl took the place of Quinny in the movie, so you’ll meet him when you’re introduced to Aunt Honey in the movie,” Norris said.

“Quinny was such a sad story, but these girls and Benny are happy, and we’ll never forget Quinny.”

But it wasn’t just Norris and Taylor who spent time with four-legged friends in Natchez.

Humane Society Board President Kathy Fitch said several members of the crew were avid volunteers at the shelter during their time in Natchez.

“They worked with animals, socialized with them, groomed them, helped as photographer’s assistants, and they were just wonderful people,” Fitch said. “One of the crew members from New England ended up adopting a dog that was rescued.

“We appreciated all their time here, and we certainly missed them the first weekend they were gone.”

Fitch said she was in awe at how many crewmembers from across the country all seemed to come together to volunteer at the shelter.

“It’s amazing how quickly you can connect with other people when you’re animal lovers,” Fitch said. “I think they migrated to the shelter because they missed their pets.”

The announcement of the premiere showing at the Natchez theater benefiting the humane society left Fitch even more appreciative of the movie officials.

“This could not come at a better time for us, because we’ve just been overloaded this summer,” Fitch said. “We’re very appreciative of what they’re doing, and we’ll do our best to put their contributions to good use.”

Tickets to the Natchez premiere are sold out, but a spectator area will be set up for those without a ticket to still part in the red carpet festivities.