In a week’s time, Abigale’s life was changed forever. This one-year-old blind dog arrived at the Oregon Humane Society with 20 other dogs on an ASPCA flight from Texas. Her […]
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Support for HB 2728
OHS Supports HB 2728 to Prohibit Coyote Killing Contests in Oregon Overview Oregon’s wildlife is managed for the benefit of all Oregonians, present and future. HB 2728 would prohibit gruesome […]
ASPCA Provides Grant for New Road Ahead
ASPCA has provided $1.75 million in grant funding to support construction of two new innovative facilities. OHS has announced a groundbreaking New Road Ahead project to improve the lives of […]
Fiona’s Story: Keeping Pets and Families Together
Accidents happen every day. We do everything we can think of to prepare, but one single moment can change everything. Fiona, a four-month-old Border collie, jumped off the couch. She […]
Gypsum’s Story: Caring for Rescued Pets
An elderly couple in Portland’s St. John’s neighborhood breathed a sigh of relief when OHS removed 20 cats and kittens from their home and brought them to the shelter for […]
Popcorn’s Story: Caring for Rescued Pets
When Hurricane Michael roared through the Florida Panhandle, Panama City and Mexico Beach suffered catastrophic damage. As rescue and recovery began, the storm’s effect on animals became clear. Innovative solutions […]
Ziggy’s Story: Prevent and Prosecute Animal Cruelty
When Ziggy arrived at OHS, he was clinging to life. He was emaciated, lethargic and unable to stand. The only movement he was able to make was a soft blink […]
Miracle for Mallory
For an 11-week-old kitten, Mallory’s short life had been full of pain. Dr. Margaret Wixson, OHS veterinarian, performed multiple surgeries on Mallory’s tiny body to save her life. Watch the […]
Local Heroes Honored with 2021 Diamond Collar Award
OHS celebrates heroic pets and people during virtual happy hour celebration On Feb. 24, four heroic pets and people in our community received the 2021 Diamond Collar Award. Recipients were […]
OHS Humane Law Enforcement Assists with Horse Rescue
OHS Humane Law Enforcement traveled to Carlton to assist with evidence collection and provide other expertise as needed. At the request of Yamhill County Sheriff, the Oregon Humane Society’s Humane […]
