OHS News and Blog
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2017: A Spay Odyssey
Spay/Neuter Your Cats for FREE! Join us for a Spay Odyssey From February 27-March 3, 2017, the Spay & Save program will offer FREE spay/neuter surgeries for cats of low-income families at all surgery locations throughout the Portland metro area. Call 1-800-345-7729 for more information and to schedule your appointment today. Share this article with your…
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Tell Washington to Stop Hiding the Records of Animal Abusers
Without warning, the US Department of Agriculture has removed from its website important inspection records about commercial dog breeding operations, animal research labs, roadside zoos and other facilities. The purging of these records without warning is a major setback for those seeking to protect animals from neglect and abuse. These reports provide essential information to…
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Oregon Lawmakers: Oppose Cougar Trophy Hunting Bills
Wildlife protection and conservation groups call on Oregon lawmakers to oppose cruel cougar trophy hunting bills A coalition of animal welfare, wildlife protection and conservation groups are calling on Oregon lawmakers to oppose four bills relating to cruel cougar trophy hunts recently introduced in the House and Senate. The Humane Society of the United States,…
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Rescued Birds Adopted
One of the largest rescues in OHS history has concluded with the adoption of all the available rescued animals. OHS investigators seized 245 exotic bird this summer that were found living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions in a barn in Damascus (full story here). The owner was subsequently charged with multiple counts of animal neglect. While the…
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The Shelter in the Little Brown House
A Second Chance transfer partner story, contributed by OHS volunteer Jessica Haggin. Approximately four hours east of Portland is a tiny brown house set back from Highway 84. Driving past, you probably wouldn’t even notice it. It’s so far outside the nearest town (La Grande) that there’s nothing but space on one side of it…
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New COO for Oregon’s Largest Animal Welfare Organization
OHS has hired a chief operating officer from the private sector. “Brian August, with 19 years of experience in operations, strategy and supply chain operations, will help a highly-qualified group of OHS executives reach their highest potential,” said Sharon Harmon, Executive Director and CEO of OHS. August comes to OHS from Slalom Consulting, where he led…
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Caring for a Flock of Feathered Friends
Contributed by René Pizzo, OHS Emergency Animal Shelter volunteer Since July 2016, OHS staff and volunteers have been caring for 245 exotic birds seized from an individual who is now facing animal neglect charges (story here and here). Long-time volunteer René Pizzo’s blog highlights the unique challenges and rewards of caring for these exotic creatures. −Editor’s Note…
