Amber Seeks New Start After Surviving Abuse
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The Oregon Humane Society is opening its doors this afternoon to Amber, a pit bull mix who suffered horrendous injuries when she was doused with gasoline and intentionally set on … Read More
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Seeking Tips from the Public in Alleged Portland Dog Abuse Incident
The Oregon Humane Society is seeking the public’s help in identifying a man apparently abusing his dog on a busy public street in Southeast Portland. The man was caught on … Read More
Corgis Paw it Forward
Contributed by Alex Laskowski, OHS Outreach Coordinator It’s no secret that Oregonians love their corgis. Cardigan or Pembroke, we don’t care. As long as those legs are stubby, those rear … Read More
A Tiny Chihuahua with a Huge Will to Survive
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Have you ever heard the term “megaesophagus?” It’s not the name of a Muppet or a rare dinosaur, but a serious condition that can affect dogs, cats, horses and even … Read More
OHSTAR Helps Red-Tailed Hawk
Editor’s Note: This past weekend, on June 24, members of the all-volunteer OHS Technical Animal Rescue team (OHSTAR) responded to a call to help save a red-tailed hawk. The hawk had … Read More
In the Air with Second Chance
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Editor’s Note: When OHS has the resources to take in pets from other shelters that need assistance, the OHS Second Chance program steps up. Second Chance helps partner shelters in our … Read More
OHS Fights for Laws Against Cruelty
Oregon legislators recently approved a host of bills backed by OHS that will strengthen the state’s efforts to fight animal cruelty. The bills, which are now awaiting the Governor’s signature, … Read More
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
Animal Cruelty Crimes to Be Met with Stiffer Penalties
Legislation Update: the week of May 30, three bills approved by the House also passed the Oregon Senate. These three bills will help crack down on animal abuse in our … Read More
One Year Later: Mac & Wylie
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Patricia Iron* was only 62 when she decided to make a plan for her large, loveable dogs, Mac and Wylie. While Patricia had worked for a different animal welfare organization, … Read More
