As the situation with the wildfires around our state changes rapidly, we want to keep you updated on Oregon Humane Society’s role in the response, important resources and ways you can help. EMERGENCY RESOURCES WAYS YOU CAN HELP LOST AND FOUND PETS To ensure the response is coordinated and we are meeting the most pressing […]
Our Training Philosophy Our trainers focus on building a strong, healthy bond between pets and people through scientifically-based positive reinforcement methods. We do not use fear or intimidation-based tactics, and believe that reward-based techniques and education behavior is the best way to promote a trusting and respectful relationship. For this reason, we ask that dogs […]
Our Training Philosophy Our trainers focus on building a strong, healthy bond between pets and people through scientifically-based positive reinforcement methods. We do not use fear or intimidation-based tactics, and believe that reward-based techniques and education behavior is the best way to promote a trusting and respectful relationship. For this reason, we ask that dogs […]
Past Legislation Oregon consistently ranks among the top three states in the nation based on the strength of its laws protecting animals. During this year’s legislative session in Salem, OHS will once again work in support of new measures to fight animal cruelty and bring offenders to justice. Highlights of the current session will be included […]
Representatives from OHS and other animal advocates testified in favor of five bills to strengthen animal cruelty laws during a special March 29 hearing by the Oregon House Judiciary Committee. To watch a recorded video of the hearing, visit the Oregon Legislature’s website here » The five bills discussed at the March 29 hearing were: HB […]
Spay & Save program marks 100,000 surgeries and 10 years of service Ten years ago, the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland, ASAP, came together to tackle one of the most pressing problems in the community; cat overpopulation. They created the Spay & Save program to give low-income pet-owners an easy and affordable way to have […]
Join the Heroes Challenge 100 Animal Heroes Needed! When you become a monthly donor through PAWS (Planned Account Withdrawal System), you help ensure every pet at OHS receives the care they deserve, whenever they need it. Will you become an everyday hero today? Meet the Heroes Sullivan the Therapy Dog, a deaf boxer mix, found […]
Spay & Save program marks 100,000 surgeries, launches new services The Spay & Save program ended 2019 by marking an incredible achievement. Since the subsidized and low-cost spay/neuter service was launched in 2010 by the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP), more than 100,000 pets have received care at one of five surgery sites. The […]
Watch Soccer & Help Animals Enjoy discounted tickets to any Portland Timbers or Thorns match this season! For every ticket sold, $5 will be donated to the Oregon Humane Society. OHS Merchandise Do good, and look good! Get your official OHS gear at our online merchandise marketplace. Amazon Wish Lists Purchase needed supplies that help […]
New rankings by the nation’s premier charity watchdog group put the Oregon Humane Society at the top of the list. OHS was awarded a coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, the highest possible ranking. The watchdog group recently enacted its most in-depth standards to date, taking into account financial health, accountability, transparency to donors and […]
