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 […]
Category: Behavior and Rescue Center
A Safety Net for Shelter Animals
Safety net: something to rely on in times of hardship. That is what Oliver has found at Oregon Humane. The ultimate hope for pets who leave the shelter is that they will never have to return—but life is not always that predictable. When challenges occur, pets always have a safe place to come back to […]
Salem Impact Stories 2023
Adoptions The animal-human bond is at the center of everything we do at Oregon Humane. When we help adopters find a new family member, it’s always a special moment. Reed When Reed arrived at Oregon Humane, he was in rough shape. His skin was raw and irritated, and he was nervous and scared. He was […]
What is Animal Crimes Forensics?
Forensic Evidence Brings Justice for Animals Animals who have experienced abuse and neglect can’t tell their stories. At Oregon Humane, part of our mission of making Oregon the safest place for pets means doing what we can to be a voice for these animals. In 2022, Oregon Humane completed the Animal Crimes Forensic Center, the only […]
The Art of Doing Nothing
Keeping your dog active and busy can be essential for their physical and emotional health. But, so is teaching them to settle and do nothing.
Caring for Maui Cats After the Rescue
Beyond the Headlines Our hearts are with the community of Lahaina as the recovery from the devastating Maui wildfires continues. Thanks to you and the generosity of our President’s Circle donors, Oregon Humane is ready to respond to natural disasters and answer the call for help. We partnered with Greater Good Charities and Maui Humane […]
