The pets at OHS have shared their new year resolutions with us. Take a look at what these sweet faces will be working on this year!: Noodle’s resolution for 2022 is to spend more time exercising and getting into shape. He knows it will be hard because he mostly just wants to be lazy […]
News & Blog
News & Blog
Q&A with Customer Care
How adoption by appointment has helped thousands of pets find a loving home In March 2020, OHS had to quickly adjust almost every aspect of operations to continue to help the pets and people of the community. One of the biggest changes was the adoption process. Instead of browsing through the shelter and waiting to […]
Hello, It’s OHS Calling
A Call to Be More Humane We know you love animals as much as we do. Perhaps you have recently adopted or have been a supporter of OHS for years? Next time your phone rings, it could be OHS calling with an invitation to be part of our PAWS program. We are working with our […]
Columbia Blvd Lane Closures 1/10/22 – 1/16/22
Columbia Blvd will have several lane closures, effectively closing the middle lane, from Jan. 10 to Jan 16. This means that anyone traveling eastbound on Columbia Blvd. will not be able to turn left into our parking lot or onto 11th Ave. In addition, 14th Place will be closed at Columbia Blvd. How can […]
Our Favorite Adoptions of 2021
Every time a shelter pet goes to a new, loving home it’s a cause for celebration at OHS. But there are some adoption stories that hold a special place in our hearts. Walter Walter, a senior cat, was sick and wandering the streets of LaGrande when he was rescued. He was transferred to OHS for […]
Help for Reactive Rovers
Leash reactivity is one of the most common behaviors in dogs but OHS has tips and classes to help. Many dogs bark when they see other dogs out on a walk, out of the window or along the fence line. But, just because it’s natural behavior, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to help your […]
A Commitment to Our Beloved Pets
This holiday season, there are some special pets who are settling into their new home thanks to the Friends Forever program. These pets were enrolled in Oregon Humane Society’s Friends ForeverTM program after their owners included OHS in their estate plans. Planning for the care of pets if they outlive us can be an emotional […]
The Power of Connection: Duke’s Story
The end of 2020 was the start of a new beginning for Duke. In December, Duke was sick, emaciated and unable to walk. But a good Samaritan took him to Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital for critical care. He was then transferred to Multnomah County Animal Services since he was considered a stray. On […]
Meet Dr. Rachel Warnes
Dr. Rachel Warnes is the first veterinarian to join OHS’ Community Veterinary Hospital Oregon Humane Society has hired the first member of the Community Veterinary Hospital veterinary staff. Dr. Rachel Warnes comes to OHS from Animal Care Centers of New York City where she was the lead veterinarian. In her new role, Dr. Warnes will […]
The Purr-fect Ring Bearer
Oliver Nacho charms guests at his adopter’s wedding It’s not every day that you see a cat playing the role of a ring bearer in a wedding. But Oliver Nacho is no ordinary cat. He came to OHS in 2018 and had trouble finding the right match. Many prospective adopters were deterred by his special […]
