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Category: Investigations / Rescue

Justice for Ziggy

Justice for Ziggy

February 5, 2020February 6, 2020 - Posted in Investigations / Rescue, News

After suffering horrific neglect, Ziggy the border collie makes an extraordinary recovery and begins a new life. When Ziggy arrived at OHS, he was clinging to life. He was emaciated, […]

What You Should Know About Oregon’s Animal Protection Laws

What You Should Know About Oregon’s Animal Protection Laws

February 5, 2020October 7, 2020 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue, Legislation / Advocacy

Fighting for those who can’t speak for themselves When Thomas Lamb Eliot founded the Oregon Humane Society, it was based on the fundamental belief that the compassionate treatment of animals […]

Bear’s New Life

Bear’s New Life

December 4, 2019December 30, 2019 - Posted in Events, Investigations / Rescue, News

Injured and left to die, an abused dog begins a new chapter Right now, you can make an even bigger impact for victims of abuse. Through December 31, your donation will […]

Humane Special Agent Katie Cogswell joins OHS

Humane Special Agent Katie Cogswell joins OHS

December 3, 2019December 4, 2019 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue, News

Portland, Ore. – In an effort to expand investigations of animal cruelty and neglect, the Oregon Humane Society has welcomed a second Humane Special Agent to its Investigations Department. Special […]

From Victim to Survivor: Buster’s Transformation

From Victim to Survivor: Buster’s Transformation

November 20, 2019November 20, 2019 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue

  Can you imagine being locked in a crate, starving, cold and discarded on the side of the road? This is how Buster was found, and help almost came too […]

Oregon Humane Society Assists Lane County with Horse Neglect Case

Oregon Humane Society Assists Lane County with Horse Neglect Case

October 30, 2019November 11, 2019 - Posted in Investigations / Rescue, News

Horses removed from south Lane County property due to severe neglect. At the request of Lane County, the Oregon Humane Society’s Investigations team assisted with a case involving more than […]

Oregon Humane Society assisting with Texas flood response

Oregon Humane Society assisting with Texas flood response

October 7, 2019October 8, 2019 - Posted in Events, Investigations / Rescue

Oregon Humane Society assisting with recovery efforts following historic flooding in Texas. More than 50 pets arrive at OHS Oct. 3 As communities in east Texas continue to recover after […]

OHSTAR: Reporting for Rescue

OHSTAR: Reporting for Rescue

September 9, 2019September 9, 2019 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue, News

Oregon Humane Society’s Technical Animal Rescue Team (OHSTAR) is an all-volunteer group who can rappel down cliffs, climb trees and crawl into the tightest spaces to rescue animals in distress. […]

Hurricane Dorian Response

Hurricane Dorian Response

September 5, 2019June 6, 2022 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue, News

75 Shelter Pets Arrive at OHS to Make Room for Animals Impacted by the Storm Oregon Humane Society is assisting with the response to Hurricane Dorian by receiving 49 dogs […]

Swan the Survivor

Swan the Survivor

August 27, 2019August 29, 2019 - Posted in Blog, Investigations / Rescue, News

Once a victim of horrific neglect, Swan transforms into a loving, beautiful cat. Swan’s perfect white coat and gleaming gold eyes hide a painful past of trauma and neglect. But […]

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