OHS sets new adoption record as a puppy transferred from a Klamath Falls shelter goes home. Caroline, a three-month old border collie, made history at the Oregon Humane Society as she became the 12,000 adoption of 2018. This marks a new milestone for OHS; it’s the ninth year adoptions have exceeded 11,000 and the first […]
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OHS offers adoption special to finish record-breaking year
Adoption special at the Oregon Humane Society aims to find every pet at the shelter a new home by the New Year. In an effort to find loving homes for every pet at the shelter by the end of 2018, the Oregon Humane Society is offering an adoption special, Thursday, Dec. 27 through Monday, Dec. […]
OHS Birthday: Thank You for 150 Years
For 150 years, Oregonians have led with their hearts, creating a more humane society where animals are treated with kindness and compassion. To honor OHS’s 150-year legacy of saving lives, Governor Kate Brown has proclaimed today, Nov. 17, 2018, Be More Humane Day! Thank you for sharing your heart with the Oregon Humane Society.
Oregon Humane Society assists local shelter at capacity with cats and kittens
It’s the purrfect time to adopt a cat or kitten from OHS The Oregon Humane Society is partnering with the Humane Society of Cowlitz County to help with a large influx of cats and kittens. Close to 60 cats and kittens were transferred to the Oregon Humane Society on Wednesday, Oct. 24 to help open […]
Day of Giving Highlights 150 Years of Saving Lives
OHS’s Day of Giving raises more than $300,000 to help pets in need. It was a day of compassion, kindness and inspiration. The Day of Giving took place on Oct. 4 and celebrated donors who have been a vital part of the Oregon Humane Society’s 150 year legacy. Throughout the day, KATU-TV aired stories about […]
Gratitude From a Former Student
Second Chance Program Gives Former Veterinary Student a Second Chance to Say Thank You. Each week, dozens of pets are transferred to OHS from other shelters for a second chance at a loving home. Those arriving from out of state come with a health certificate from the transferring agency. Last month, a group of 20 […]
Back to School – Helping Your Pets Adjust
Back to school time can also be an adjustment for your pets. As the playful days of summer transition to the busy back to school season, schedules can become busier and packed with sports and homework. All this change can be confusing for your pets, especially if your family spent lots of time with them […]
Adoption Fees Reduced for Cats and Kittens, July 27-29
Me-WOW! It’s kitten season at the Oregon Humane Society We’re not kitten around here! The Oregon Humane Society is overflowing with cats and kittens looking for loving homes. Close to 200 cats and kittens are currently at the shelter, exceeding capacity and limiting the ability to take in new cats and kittens in need. Through […]
Friends Forever – Ollie and Rusty
A bonded pair find a special home thanks to the Friends Forever program Shirley, a retired scientist and OHS supporter of 40+ years, adopted Rusty after he had been passed around among a series of owners. Rusty was a bit of a challenge; he sometimes let his herding instinct get the better of him and […]
Fireworks Can Cause Panic: Keep Your Pets Safe and Indoors
Tips from OHS to keep your pets safe on the Fourth of July Fireworks can cause your pets to panic. Whether it’s a big Independence Day firework display or neighbors using sparklers and poppers in their driveway, your pets don’t know it is part of a celebration. On July 5, animal shelters across the country […]
