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 […]
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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 […]
A Gift with Guaranteed Income for Life
By Charles Aubin I am a long-time supporter of Oregon Humane. I’ve done it all—volunteering, donating, and working with staff. In fact, I’ve even been Santa at the holiday event, Santa Paws, for over twenty years! As I deepened my relationship with animals and their people, I wanted to further my commitment to their future. […]
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 […]
OHS’ Renovated Cattery Reopens to the Public
We redesigned the space by splitting our colony rooms in half, allowing flexibility for long term cats, bonded pairs, and litters of kittens. These adaptable spaces can either be divided or left open, giving us lots of housing options for adoptable cats. We have also framed out space for future cat condos, which are slated […]
Oregon Humane Partners with ASPCA to Fly 60+ Puppies to Safety
Late Thursday, April 20, 2023, Oregon Humane received over 60 puppies through our Second Chance program. One of our second chance partners is the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). When the ASPCA’s Animal Relocation Program called upon Oregon Humane to take in 62 puppies and one mama dog from […]
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 […]
Top Volunteers for 2022 Honored
Oregon Humane Portland Campus volunteers recognized for their compassion, and kindness. Exceptional volunteers who go above and beyond were honored by the Oregon Humane including Kem Sypher, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Kem has been a dedicated volunteer for 23 years and is particularly skilled at working with small animals and helping with humane […]
