Military Veterans Receive Half-Price Adoptions
Come to the Oregon Humane Society on Veterans Day Weekend Pets bring so much joy to our lives. They provide comfort, companionship and unconditional love. There’s nothing quite like a … Read More
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OHS Disaster Response and Deployment News
Updates from the field It’s been a busy season for the Oregon Humane Society staff and volunteers who are certified in Emergency Animal Sheltering. Their expertise was needed in response … Read More
Hurricane Michael Response – Making Room for Pets Affected By the Storm
Cats and kittens from Florida arrive at OHS to make room for pets affected by Hurricane Michael When Hurricane Michael roared through the Florida Panhandle, Pensacola barely escaped the storm’s … Read More
You Make All the Difference to Pets in Need
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Volunteer Pat Anderson Thanks OHS Donors As a volunteer at the Oregon Humane Society, I’ve witnessed firsthand how generosity and compassion work magic on homeless pets. I’m excited to share … Read More
Day of Giving Highlights 150 Years of Saving Lives
OHS’s Day of Giving raises more than $300,000 to help pets in need. It was a day of compassion, kindness and inspiration. The Day of Giving took place on Oct. … Read More
Yogi’s Transformation
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Dog rescued from dog meat farm in South Korea undergoes transformation thanks to OHS volunteer groomers. When Yogi emerged from the flight after the long trip from South Korea, her … Read More
Oregon Humane Society raises starting wage to $15 per hour
Oregon Humane Society raises starting wage to $15 per hour The Oregon Humane Society is joining other companies in raising the starting wage for entry level positions to $15 per … Read More
International rescue effort brings dogs to Oregon
Oregon Humane Society receiving eight dogs rescued from South Korean dog meat farm In partnership with Humane Society International (HSI) the Oregon Humane Society is caring for eight dogs from … Read More
Gratitude From a Former Student
Second Chance Program Gives Former Veterinary Student a Second Chance to Say Thank You. Each week, dozens of pets are transferred to OHS from other shelters for a second chance … Read More
UPDATE: Garfield and Mimi’s “Happily Every After”
Garfield and Mimi ride off into the sunset….together. After news of their love story spread throughout Portland, the customer care staff at OHS was determined to find them a home … Read More
