Love Finds Love
In May, OHS took in six dogs (and five puppies, born at OHS) who were part of a large group of dogs rescued from terrible conditions in Stevens County, Washington. … Read More
Investigations / Rescue
OHS Treats Rescued Dogs from Washington
A group of dogs rescued from terrible conditions in Stevens County, Washington are now getting the medical care they need at OHS. One dog, named Love, arrived with severe lacerations … Read More
From Derelict House to OHS Hospital: 20 Cats Rescued
An elderly couple in Portland’s St. John’s neighborhood breathed a sigh of relief last Friday when OHS removed 20 cats and kittens from their home and brought them to OHS for … Read More
OHS Rescues Horses from Neglect in Damascus
A rescue team from OHS seized three horses on Feb. 23 from a woman in Damascus and discovered the body of a deceased horse on the property. The owner was cited … Read More
Caring for a Flock of Feathered Friends
Contributed by René Pizzo, OHS Emergency Animal Shelter volunteer Since July 2016, OHS staff and volunteers have been caring for 245 exotic birds seized from an individual who is now … Read More
OHS Rescues 11 Dogs; Owner Cited for Neglect
OHS investigators rescued 11 dogs this week from a property in Veneta, Oregon, and cited an individual with animal neglect. Authorities reported that there were no clean areas of the … Read More
Rescue of 245 Birds Brings Felony Charges
The owner of 245 birds seized by OHS investigators in one of the largest animal rescues in Oregon history (previous story here) now faces felony charges. Based on evidence gathered … Read More
Protecting Animals: Justice for Bella
A former legal intern recounts his experience working with the Investigations Department at OHS. Contributed by John Hopkinson, Investigations Program Assistant. On an average Saturday, around 700 people walk through the … Read More
Neglected Cats Seized from Lake Oswego Resident
Wearing protective suits and respirators, a rescue team from the Oregon Humane Society yesterday cleared a path through trash, debris and waste to seize 10 cats from the home of … Read More
Birds Rescued by OHS from Terrible Conditions
In one of the largest animal rescues in Oregon history, the Oregon Humane Society yesterday seized 245 pet birds, including many exotic species, from a Damascus resident under investigation for … Read More
