We recently shared the news of our team mobilizing quickly to help 23 animals from a suspected neglect case in Lake County. With your support, we can be ready to respond to multiple emergencies at a time. Just as we began assisting the animals from Lake County, we received news regarding a distressed community member […]
Category: Behavior and Rescue Center
Two Life-Changing Rescues in Two Months
When a call for help came from Lake County Sheriff’s Office in early February, our team quickly activated, traveling more than 250 miles and ten hours roundtrip to be there for animals who were suffering from suspected neglect. Less than two months later, a second request came in from Lake County: more animals needed urgent care. Call […]
Celebrating Three Years of Profound Impact
Near the end of 2022, after years of planning, we opened our Community Veterinary Hospital, Behavior & Rescue Center, and Animal Crimes Forensic Center. To achieve this largest expansion of space and services in OHS’ history, our community of donors invested generously, showing a commitment to doing more for people and animals in Oregon. We […]
Rescued Dogs Ready for a New Life
In late January, Oregon Humane Society partnered with The Dalles Police Department on a case of suspected animal neglect. Nine Dogue de Bordeaux dogs were living in unsanitary conditions and lacking the minimum standard of care, including access to food and water. The dogs were seized and transported to OHS’ Behavior & Rescue Center where […]
LA Wildfires Disaster Response
Feb. 3 Update: More than 100 animals arrive from Los Angeles At the tail end of January, OHS coordinated our third and largest transfer from shelters affected by the LA fires. This special rescue flight was made possible through partnerships with Greater Good Charities and Southwest Airlines. More than 100 cats and dogs from LA […]
Larch Creek Fire Disaster Response
One Month Update From their heroic rescue from just outside the encroaching Larch Creek wildfire to their arrival at Oregon Humane Society, the rescued dogs have been lovingly cared for by staff and volunteers—including gentle, thorough grooming to remove the heavy smoke and debris that clung to their fur. Wonderfully, from the group, Lovebug and […]
Olympic Athlete Meets a Champion Companion
Two-time gold medalist, Ryan Crouser, is officially headed for Paris to compete in the 2024 summer Olympics—in hopes of becoming the first shot-put athlete ever to win three consecutive gold medals. Ryan is no stranger to the hard work and dedication it takes to qualify for the Olympics and credits his loyal dog for supporting […]
What to Do with Exuberant Dogs
At OHS’ Behavior and Rescue Center, small team of Certified Behavior Modification Trainers and volunteers are working with the most fearful and shy dogs (and cats) that come to Oregon Humane Society, helping them learn the skills and confidence needed to find their special new homes. This includes dogs like Edgar, a young, exuberant lab […]
Finding Homes for Bonded Animals
Sometimes the tightest bonds are formed during the toughest times. This was the case for a special odd couple who were part of a large transfer of dogs to OHS during a recent shelter capacity crisis in Josephine County. Muscle Man and Starla’s journey began in a parking lot. They were found tied to the […]
Helping Dogs with Complex Behavior Needs
At just six months old, Margo was an overstimulated and anxious puppy. She was big and growing stronger every day—making her hard to manage. Her owners knew that, at her core, Margo was a sweet girl, just looking for love—she even sports an adorable heart-shaped spot on her back. The family tried their best to […]
