A Fundraiser You Can Attend from Home

One of our most important fundraisers of the year, Day of Giving is an opportunity for animal lovers to demonstrate their compassion and commitment to helping animals in need.

In partnership with local media, Day of Giving features heartwarming tales of animals impacted by OHS’ life-saving programs and services.

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Did you miss Day of Giving this year but still want to showcase your love for the animals? Donate today to keep pets safe, protect animals from cruelty and neglect, and provide access to critical veterinary care.

Stories of Transformation

Check back on Day of Giving for even more inspirational stories about animals helped by your generosity!

From the time he was 8 weeks old, Loki, a husky malamute mix, was always by Amber’s side. He was a constant source of love and companionship through many of life’s ups and downs. When Loki developed a small bump on his side, Amber went to her vet who tested and monitored the growth for many years.  

When Loki’s tumor suddenly grew to almost 25 pounds, she knew he would need surgery. It was the worst timing imaginable for Amber as she was unemployed at the time and the quotes for Loki’s surgery were close to $10,000. Such a large, unexpected expense was not in the budget, so she reached out to OHS’ Community Veterinary Hospital for help. Loki was rushed in for evaluation and surgery, which was now within Amber’s reach thanks to financial assistance and a payment plan. Today, Loki is healthy and happy, Amber has found a job and is giving back to OHS as a monthly PAWS donor.  

Because of donor support, OHS’ Community Veterinary Hospital can provide financial assistance to pet owners during times of crisis – providing the necessary care to keep pets and people together. Since 2022, OHS has distributed close to $3 million in financial assistance to pet owners.

For more than 150 years, protecting animals from abuse and neglect has been at the core of Oregon Humane Society’s mission. OHS’ Humane Special Agents are commissioned by the Oregon State Police and can enforce animal welfare laws all over the state. In late 2022, OHS opened the Animal Crimes Forensic Center introducing a critical new tool to hold those who abuse and neglect animals accountable.  

OHS’ Humane Law Enforcement is also a key resource for agencies around Oregon. When Independence Police were notified about a group of more than a dozen cats abandoned in an apartment without proper care, they reached out to OHS for help. Officers were able to safely transport the cats to OHS for lifesaving care. The cats benefited from OHS’ expansive services including surgery, behavior modification, foster care, and adoption. To help build the legal case, OHS conducted forensic exams on all the cats, including one who was deceased, and provided the District Attorney with a veterinary report.

Shelters around the country are struggling to find homes for large dogs–especially those with behavior challenges. OHS’ Behavior Modification program is a lifeline for dogs and cats who have run out of options. These animals also benefit from the healing environment of the Behavior and Rescue Center at OHS to help them transform. In fact, since the BMOD program moved to this new location in December 2022, cats are getting ready for adoption 66% faster and dogs are getting ready 77% faster.  

Vasher, a 1-year-old kelpie, is an example of the challenges that so many shelter dogs are facing. Transferred to OHS Salem Campus from Marion County Dog Services, this young, active dog became frustrated in the shelter environment and his behavior deteriorated. He was transferred to the Behavior and Rescue Center where he is learning valuable skills to be successful in a home. Most importantly, he is able to learn in an environment that was purpose-built to help him thrive.

Pet overpopulation is a huge challenge in our communities. Tackling this enormous problem begins with access to spay/neuter. OHS Salem and Portland campuses are helping to fill this need with spay/neuter for feral and community cats, owned pets, and shelter animals.  

In Salem, OHS is addressing a lack of spay/neuter specifically for feral and community cats by devoting each Monday to this surgery. Individuals, and local nonprofits, like Meow Village and Project Pooch, have been able to access this service at OHS Salem Campus and are playing a critical role in working together to reduce the number of roaming cats in the community. 

In 2024, more than 1,100 feral and community cats received surgery at OHS Salem. In total, OHS’ Portland and Salem Campuses performed 15,576 spay/neuter surgeries in 2024 serving shelter pets, owned pets, and feral and community cats.