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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Focus on Fosters: Meet Starfire
A shy little dog named Starfire moves into a foster home for the next phase of her training. With many uncertainties facing the shelter during this challenging time, more than 200 shelter pets were moved to OHS foster homes to create room for any urgent community needs. The foster team prioritized placing animals who had…
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Supporting OHS Supporters
How to help businesses that help OHS The business community has been enormously impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including numerous partners of OHS. The following list is a resource for OHS constituents to help you quickly identify companies that help to sustain OHS, along with information about any adjusted services that they are offering during…
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FAQ: COVID-19 and Your Pet
Frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and your pet The outbreak of COVID-19 is causing fear and uncertainty for lots of people, and the constant flood of news can make it hard to distinguish between fact and fiction. There is a threat to companion animal welfare because some people are starting worry that pets could spread…
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OHS Donates PPE to Health Care Workers and First Responders
23,000 N95 masks and Tyvek suits were donated to Providence Health & Services and Clackamas County Emergency Services. In response to the need for personal protective equipment for health care workers and first responders, the Oregon Humane Society has donated 23,000 N95 masks and 100 Tyvek suits. The supplies were originally donated to OHS’s investigations…
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Inside the Shelter: A Day in the Life of Boone
As social distancing affects the world around us, not much has changed for the animals at the Oregon Humane Society. This morning, Boone awoke when a volunteer stepped into his kennel for his morning walk. He can be a little nervous, so they knelt down and coaxed him over by speaking softly and offering treats.…
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A Blind Kitten Gets a Bright Future
It’s heartbreaking to imagine the suffering Ilene went through. But thanks to donors, she got a second chance at life. It was a rainy evening in central California when a good Samaritan heard the faint cries of a kitten. The tiny feline was found stuffed in a bag and tossed in a pile of garbage.…
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Oregon Humane Society’s Coronavirus Response
While this is an uncertain time, the need to rescue homeless, neglected and abused pets continues — and they are counting on you more than ever. Here are ways you can help pets in need right now. If you have questions about COVID-19 and your pet, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. Update 6/15…
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OHS Receives 19 Cats From Overwhelmed Pet Owner
OHS partners with Washington County Animal Services to take in 19 felines in need. Two cats turned into 20 for a local pet owner, prompting Washington County Animal Services (WCAS) to step in to help. The situation was an example of how quickly cats can reproduce when they aren’t spayed/neutered. OHS regularly partners with WCAS…
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Lessons from Wingo
A tiny dog shares a deep bond and valuable life lessons with his adopter. Our pets are companions, family members and beloved best friends. Sometimes they are also the greatest teachers in our life. When Wingo was adopted, he was full of lessons for his adopter, Steve. Four months later, OHS received this touching update.…
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Heroic People and Pets Honored at 2020 Diamond Collar Awards
Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Humane Society honored heroic people and pets at the annual Diamond Collar Awards luncheon, Thursday, Feb. 20. Recipients were recognized for their compassion, tenacity, kindness and vision. Their inspiring stories represent OHS’s mission of creating a more humane society. The 2020 Diamond Collar Award recipients include the founder of a…
