On Sunday April 5, a team of Oregon Humane staff and volunteers traveled to a property in Gresham to support an overwhelmed family in need of urgent assistance. The family had more dogs than they could safely manage. They loved their dogs, but a recent heartbreaking and life-altering event elevated their need for support, and […]
Category: Rescue Alert
Urgent Arrival of 21 Dogs
We recently shared the news of our team mobilizing quickly to help 23 animals from a suspected neglect case in Lake County. With your support, we can be ready to respond to multiple emergencies at a time. Just as we began assisting the animals from Lake County, we received news regarding a distressed community member […]
Two Life-Changing Rescues in Two Months
When a call for help came from Lake County Sheriff’s Office in early February, our team quickly activated, traveling more than 250 miles and ten hours roundtrip to be there for animals who were suffering from suspected neglect. Less than two months later, a second request came in from Lake County: more animals needed urgent care. Call […]
Dogs Rescued in Polk County
On Tuesday, Sept. 23, at the request of Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon Humane assisted with the rescue of 41 dogs who were living in unsanitary conditions and suffering from suspected neglect. Oregon Humane deployed a team of 12 experts to the scene including a forensic veterinarian, behavior specialists, and highly-skilled animal handlers. The animals […]
Oregon Humane Responds: 16 Dogs Transferred from Texas
On July 31, 2025, Oregon Humane accepted the transfer of 16 dogs from Texas shelters in coordination with the ASPCA. As recovery in central Texas unfolds in the aftermath of the devastating Guadalupe River flash flood, shelters in the affected areas have seen a surge in stray dogs and owner surrendered animals in need of […]
Rescued Dogs Ready for a New Life
In late January, Oregon Humane partnered with The Dalles Police Department on a case of suspected animal neglect. Nine Dogue de Bordeaux dogs were living in unsanitary conditions and lacking the minimum standard of care, including access to food and water. The dogs were seized and transported to Oregon Humane’s Behavior & Rescue Center where […]
LA Wildfires Disaster Response
Feb. 3 Update: More than 100 animals arrive from Los Angeles At the tail end of January, Oregon Humane coordinated our third and largest transfer from shelters affected by the LA fires. This special rescue flight was made possible through partnerships with Greater Good Charities and Southwest Airlines. More than 100 cats and dogs from […]
A Second Chance for Tunnel King
Working Together to Rescue Animals First established in 1997, Oregon Humane’s Second Chance Program is a collaborative effort with one crucial goal in mind: saving lives. Through the program, Oregon Humane works with more than 90 shelters and rescue groups in Oregon and across the country to transport pets from areas experiencing natural disasters or […]
Fostering the Journey Home
After Cora was found stuck in a pipe and in desperate need of medical care, she was brought to safety at Oregon Humane Salem Campus by the construction worker who rescued her. The medical team dove into action, providing lifesaving care that helped her beat incredible odds. She’d been stuck without food or water for […]
Fourth of July and Lost Pets
Safety First The Fourth of July, and the days leading up to and following, can be scary and traumatic for our pets. While people may be celebrating, our pets don’t understand the loud noises and booming explosions that often blanket our neighborhoods. Preparation is key to protecting our pets on the Fourth, and through the […]
