One of the largest rescues in OHS history has concluded with the adoption of all the available rescued animals. OHS investigators seized 245 exotic bird this summer that were found […]
Category: News
News releases from OHS.
New COO for Oregon’s Largest Animal Welfare Organization
OHS has hired a chief operating officer from the private sector. “Brian August, with 19 years of experience in operations, strategy and supply chain operations, will help a highly-qualified group of […]
OHS Reaches Milestone 11,000th Adoption in 2016
A lively black Labrador puppy named Remington set a milestone for the Oregon Humane Society this evening by becoming the 11,000th pet adopted in 2016. Remington is going to a […]
Eat at Chipotle on Dec. 15 & Help Pets
Chipotle: On Dec. 15, 2016, show this flyer (printed or on your smartphone) to the cashier at any Portland or SW Washington Chipotle restaurant or tell the cashier you’re supporting OHS. […]
Jolly St. Snip is Coming Back to Town
Fix Every Cat in your Home for FREE This December 5-9, the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP) is offering a major spay/neuter special for felines. This deal is offered through […]
Brighten Your Black Friday with a Best Friend
Black Friday Adoption Special at OHS Who wants to go to the mall during the busiest shopping day of the year? Instead, come to OHS and get 50% off the adoption […]
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 […]
Adoptions Planned for Rescued Birds
A Damascus man charged with animal neglect has surrendered ownership of 245 exotic birds, allowing OHS to move ahead with the process of offering the birds for adoption. OHS plans […]
Dogs Rescued from Suspected Drug House
An OHS investigations team yesterday rescued 17 dogs from a suspected drug house that was the target of a raid by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies from the Sheriff’s […]
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 […]
