Young Donors, Big Hearts You’re never too young to care for the animals! That was the case for a fourth grade class at Holy Redeemer Catholic School who wanted to help the pets at Oregon Humane with their school service project. The kids fundraised with Oregon Humane’s Recycle for Rescues Program, where bottles and cans are […]
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Community Veterinary Hospital Hosts Free Vaccine Clinic
In October, Oregon Humane’s Community Veterinary Hospital hosted a vaccine clinic for eligible pet owners—made possible thanks to a 2023 Subaru ASPCA Grant. The vaccines targeted common ailments like upper respiratory infection, Parvovirus, and rabies, each of which was offered at no cost. To qualify, pet owners simply showed proof of government assistance. The first […]
Caring for Maui Cats After the Rescue
Beyond the Headlines Our hearts are with the community of Lahaina as the recovery from the devastating Maui wildfires continues. Thanks to you and the generosity of our President’s Circle donors, Oregon Humane is ready to respond to natural disasters and answer the call for help. We partnered with Greater Good Charities and Maui Humane […]
Mack & Cheese: Friends Forever
Happy Tails When Carrie was diagnosed with a terminal illness, she knew she needed to work fast to put a plan together for her to beloved dogs, Mack and Cheese. Mack, an 11-year-old lab mix and Cheese a 5-year-old Staffordshire terrier mix weighed over 200 pounds between them both, so Carrie knew it would take […]
Friends Forever Update: Bentley the Cat
One Year with Bentley By: Mariyah Lowden Bentley came to Oregon Humane through the Friends Forever program, where pets have a place to go if their owner is no longer able to take care of them due to an unexpected medical incapacity or death. By enrolling in the program and making a planned gift, Bentley’s […]
How a connection with a special-needs cat inspired a unique gift
By Kathy Eaton In March 2018, I adopted Charles, a Red Tabby Manx from Oregon Humane. When I spotted him in the cattery and learned his story, I felt compelled to adopt him and give him the best life I could. Charles was an insulin-dependent diabetic cat who had previously been adopted and returned to […]
Doggonit! Back to Summer School: Exercise 101
While at Oregon Humane, spunky Willard was recovering from major leg surgery after being hit by a car. Healing was hard for this exuberant, youthful pup so he worked with Behavior Modification Certified Trainer Sophia Sares on skills that helped his recovery and kept him safe! If you also have a pup at home with […]
Support Oregon Senate Bill 696
Speak Up to Fight Animal Cruelty SB696 would ensure permanent funding for an animal cruelty-focused attorney within the Oregon Department’s Justice’s Criminal Division. Oregon’s current Animal Cruelty Deputy District Attorney, Jacob Kamins, has been critical in securing justice for abused and neglected animals in hundreds of cases and this grant-funded role will run out of […]
ASPCA comes to Portland to train Oregon Humane Veterinarians
Spay and Neuter Training with the ASPCA In April, two veterinarians from ASPCA’s Spay/Neuter Alliance came to Oregon Humane to share best practices on high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter. 40 members of Oregon Humane’s medical staff and 27 volunteers from the Community Veterinary Hospital and Holman Medical Center participated in the training to enhance surgical techniques and […]
The Inside Scoop: OHS’ New Community Resource Center
When little Tequila’s tooth became infected, his family didn’t know where to turn. They were overwhelmed with where to begin, anxious about what services might be available to them so they called Oregon Humane to see what resources we had to offer, desperate for guidance. Luckily for them, with the opening of the Community […]
Dashing is for the Dogs: An Insider’s Guide to the annual Oregon Humane Dog Fest
It comes every year, rain or shine, the dogs of Portland take over the Tom McCall Waterfront Park and dash to raise funds for all the animals at Oregon Humane. While no self-respecting cat would ever participate in such an event, they are honored to offer their commentary. Official Kitty-Correspondents Tubby and Princess (adopted from […]
You Help Protect Animals from Cruelty and Neglect.
My name is Veronica Broadley, Oregon Humane’s Humane Law Enforcement (HLE) Support Services Manager. And I will never forget California King’s story… On the day our HLE team received a call from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to support a suspected neglect case in Salem we were already on location assisting with a situation involving […]
Heroic People and Pets Honored at OHS’ Diamond Collar Awards
Meet the Heroes Oregon Humane honored exceptional people and pets at the annual Diamond Collar Awards on Feb. 22, 2023. Recipients were recognized for their compassion, tenacity, kindness, and vision. This was the first in-person Oregon Humane Diamond Collar Awards celebration since February 2020. This year’s winners include a Fences for Fido volunteer-turned-employee who goes […]
Buddha’s Story: How A Community Came Together to Save a Loving Pet
The Day Buddha’s Life was Saved Many people will remember the recent winter storm for the record snowfall, mind-boggling traffic, and bitter cold. But Preston and the staff at Oregon Humane’s Community Veterinary Hospital will look back on this time as challenging race to save a dog’s life. Buddha, an otherwise happy and healthy 2-year-old […]
2023 Resolutions from the Pets of OHS
A new year offers the chance to set new goals and make resolutions to guide you through the year. Have you made your 2023 resolutions yet? The pets at Oregon Humane have made theirs and some of them have agreed to share their new year resolutions with President’s Circle donors like you! Take a look […]
ASPCA is Matching Donations to the New Road Ahead Up to $250,000
The Road to the Finish Line By donating over $2 million already, the ASPCA has supported Oregon Humane’s New Road Ahead expansion project since its inception in 2016. We are currently at 98% of our fundraising goal, with just $1 million left to raise to cross the finish line. With the ASPCA’s $250,000 matching donation, […]
From a Number to a Name
Croissant’s Story If there’s one thing we know about beagles, it’s that they love to “sing”. So, when the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) contacted Oregon Humane for help in a national effort to rescue 4,000 beagles from a breeding lab in Virgina, Oregon Humane staff and volunteers readied themselves and our two […]
Rescued Dogs from Jackson County Arrive at OHS
On Oct. 19, Jackson County Animal Services—on behalf of Jackson County Sheriff’s Office—reached out to Oregon Humane’s Humane Law Enforcement team to help with a disturbing case. After serving a search warrant, they discovered several deceased animals, along with 10 dogs, who needed emergency medical care. More than 30 birds were also discovered on the […]
A Look into Animal Rescues
What is a Special Rescue? Oregon Humane intakes animals in a variety of ways, including Second Chance transfers from partner shelters, owner surrender, Humane Law Enforcement investigations, and special animal rescues. Animal rescues can be in response to a high need event, such as wildfire or natural disaster—in July five dogs arrived from the Umatilla […]
More Than 80 Animals Rescued from Neglect
Three dogs and 83 cats are now under the care of Oregon Humane after being rescued from a home near Medford where they were living in unsanitary conditions without adequate care. The case began as an investigation into elder abuse but quickly expanded when Central Point Police visited the home and discovered dozens of cats […]
Fourth of July Safety for Pets
Keep Your Pets Safe Firework celebrations across the state can be seriously distressing for both pets and people. Loud and sudden noises are not only stressful, but they can even lead to dangerous situations for our pets, including beloved animals going missing after being startled by loud noises. Make sure your pets are safe and […]
Oregon Humane & Columbia Sportswear Collab
July 1 through July 31, you can help Oregon Humane stock up on needed pet supplies and gain entry into the coveted Columbia Sportswear Employee Store to shop for a good cause! How to Participate: With a variety of needs including items for our foster families supporting neonatal kittens, treats to provide animals in our Behavior Modification program, and more, […]
Kitten Season at Oregon Humane
March Through April: Kittens Begin Their Arrival Planning for Kitten Season is nearly impossible. “You never know when it’s going to start. It will just happen one day in March or April. Someone will bring in a litter of four-day to four-week-old kittens and then off it goes,” says Beth Borts, Admissions Manager at our Portland campus. At Oregon Humane, we balance our […]
Vote for Us as Best of Portland!
Thanks to You, We Won! Oregon Humane won first place in the Best Community Animal Rescue category, and the Community Veterinary Hospital won second place in the Best Veterinary Practice category. Thanks to our incredible community for nominating us for Best of Portland recognition! None of this work would be possible without support from animal […]
Veterinary Care Guide
Our Community Veterinary Hospital offers high-quality urgent care appointments for pets in our community, seven days a week. By using a fear-free, collaborative model of care, our aim is to be a calming landing pad for pets, and their people, when life gets messy. While the CVH does not offer emergency care, many local emergency […]
A Lifeline for Cats
Oregon Humane’s Behavior Modification Program is a lifeline for cats with the most intense behavior needs. These felines typically have no other options or path to adoption due to their fear, trauma, lack of socialization, or inappropriate behavior. In 2025, the Feline Behavior Modification team worked with 99 shy and fearful cats, and as more […]
Volunteer Appreciation Week 2026
Stop by one of our campuses, or any of our events, on a given day and you’re guaranteed to see volunteers scurrying around. Assisting with everything from animal care, to adoptions, to administrative tasks, to events, to fostering animals from their own homes, volunteers are a critical part of Oregon Humane’s ecosystem. Last year, more […]
Caring for the pets of Dignity Village
When our beloved pets get sick, our first instinct is to take them to the vet. But, for many in our community, this care is out of reach. Cost, transportation, lack of information, and other factors can create barriers to veterinary care. “Pets are family, and there is a reciprocal relationship between their health and happiness and ours,” says Kelly Bremken, Oregon Humane Veterinary Social Worker. “And, when our […]
