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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Oregon Humane Society Takes in 17 Dogs from Klamath County Neglect Case
Dogs from Klamath County neglect case transferred to OHS for ongoing care On Monday, June 18, the Oregon Humane Society took in 17 dogs from an ongoing animal neglect case […]
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Compassion in Action
How a teenager is making a difference in the lives of OHS animals Three years ago, Lily Ragan attended OHS Summer Camp and was inspired to do something to help […]
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Family Treasure Takes Its Final Trek
Special auto donation honors legacy of long-time animal lover When Judith and Ted Parker loaded their 1982 Jeep Cherokee onto the trailer for the trip to OHS, they knew it […]
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OHS and Portland Rose Festival announce Canine Court and Grand Marshal
Diesel the Mastiff named Grand Marshal of the Grand Floral Parade In celebration of Portland’s love of pets and the Oregon Humane Society’s 150th anniversary, the Portland Rose Festival has […]
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A Doggie Dash for the History Books
Dashers attend in record numbers and take fundraising to new heights There were big dogs, little dogs, dogs in strollers, dogs in costumes and a turtle as Waterfront Park transformed […]
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When a four-legged patient becomes a family member
For one lucky dog, it was a match made at vet school As OSU vet student Caity Baxter Rath packed her bags on April 27 after her three-week clinical rotation […]
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Volunteer Profile – Collin Golden
More than 200 compassionate young people are part of the Youth Volunteer Program at OHS. The Youth Volunteer program at the Oregon Humane Society gives young people, ages 12-17, a […]
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Volunteer Profile – Cecil Reniche-Smith
In 2017, OHS volunteers logged more than 250,000 hours of service. When it comes to volunteering, one quote is often used to describe these selfless individuals: “Volunteers do not necessarily […]
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OHS Receives 19 Cats After Seaside Apartment Fire
Seaside Police rescue 19 cats from a burned-out building and transport them to OHS On Friday, March 30, OHS got a call from the Seaside Police Department about a group […]
