Julie and Duke’s New Beginning
The end of 2020 was the start of a new beginning for Duke. In December, Duke was sick, emaciated and unable to walk. But a good Samaritan took him to … Read More
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Blog posts from OHS staff and volunteers
A Weighty Matter
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Like many of us, our pets may have put on a few pounds during the past year. Boredom, stress and living under lockdown may have led to giving pets extra … Read More
Pride Month: We Stand with the LGBTQIA+ Community
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A message from Dr. Stephen Kochis, OHS Chief Medical Officer: All this month, we have been celebrating Pride and the Oregon Humane Society’s commitment to being an ally to the … Read More
Honoring Juneteenth
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A message from Sharon Harmon, OHS President & CEO Today, we are taking time to honor one of the most significant dates in African-American history. Juneteenth marks the date that … Read More
A Fresh Start for Fiona
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An abrupt accident interrupted the happy life of a four-month-old puppy. That day changed Fiona’s life forever, but you helped to heal her and give her a new beginning. … Read More
A Paw-some Partnership for Felines
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In honor of National Adopt a Cat Month, Naturally Fresh cat litter is partnering with OHS on a special promotion. For the month of June, Naturally Fresh will match all adoption … Read More
OHSTAR Assists with Horse and Rider Rescue
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When animals are in distress, the OHS Technical Animal Rescue Team (OHSTAR) is ready to deploy. This volunteer team is trained in animal first aid and rescue to help trapped … Read More
Bacon Bubbles, Audio Books and Bird Videos
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How enrichment techniques help fearful pets blossom. What do bacon bubbles, audio books and bird videos have in common? They are all enrichment tools used in the Behavior Modification (BMod) … Read More
Gimili’s Story
We want to tell you about a special dog named Gimili. Gimili and his former owner have been through a devastating time and are both ready to begin new chapters … Read More
A Home for Hollie
UPDATE: Hollie was adopted by an OHS staff member who has extensive experience with pets from challenging circumstances. Hollie is enjoying her new home with lots of comfy beds and … Read More
