OHS News and Blog
Learn about OHS’ impact in our community and beyond, and discover new ways to support your pets at home.
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Q&A with Customer Care
How adoption by appointment has helped thousands of pets find a loving home In March 2020, OHS had to quickly adjust almost every aspect of operations to continue to help […]
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Hello, It’s OHS Calling
A Call to Be More Humane We know you love animals as much as we do. Perhaps you have recently adopted or have been a supporter of OHS for years? […]
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Columbia Blvd Lane Closures 1/10/22 – 1/16/22
Columbia Blvd will have several lane closures, effectively closing the middle lane, from Jan. 10 to Jan 16. This means that anyone traveling eastbound on Columbia Blvd. will not be […]
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Our Favorite Adoptions of 2021
Every time a shelter pet goes to a new, loving home it’s a cause for celebration at OHS. But there are some adoption stories that hold a special place in […]
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Help for Reactive Rovers
Leash reactivity is one of the most common behaviors in dogs but OHS has tips and classes to help. Many dogs bark when they see other dogs out on a […]
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A Commitment to Our Beloved Pets
This holiday season, there are some special pets who are settling into their new home thanks to the Friends Forever program. These pets were enrolled in Oregon Humane Society’s Friends […]
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The Power of Connection: Duke’s Story
The end of 2020 was the start of a new beginning for Duke. In December, Duke was sick, emaciated and unable to walk. But a good Samaritan took him […]
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Meet Dr. Rachel Warnes
Dr. Rachel Warnes is the first veterinarian to join OHS’ Community Veterinary Hospital Oregon Humane Society has hired the first member of the Community Veterinary Hospital veterinary staff. Dr. Rachel […]
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The Purr-fect Ring Bearer
Oliver Nacho charms guests at his adopter’s wedding It’s not every day that you see a cat playing the role of a ring bearer in a wedding. But Oliver Nacho […]
