Dogs Rescued from Suspected Drug House
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An OHS investigations team yesterday rescued 17 dogs from a suspected drug house that was the target of a raid by the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies from the Sheriff’s … Read More
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Rescue of 245 Birds Brings Felony Charges
The owner of 245 birds seized by OHS investigators in one of the largest animal rescues in Oregon history (previous story here) now faces felony charges. Based on evidence gathered … Read More
Silky the Hairless Hamster Gets a Tiny Sweater
What do you do if you notice a hairless animal who seems to be chilly? In the case of Silky the hairless hamster, an OHS employee decided to crochet her a … Read More
Practicing to Save Lives
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Contributed by Cecil Reniche-Smith, OHS Volunteer & OHSTAR team member It’s an old joke: a tourist in New York City asks a passerby, “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” … Read More
Protecting Animals: Justice for Bella
A former legal intern recounts his experience working with the Investigations Department at OHS. Contributed by John Hopkinson, Investigations Program Assistant. On an average Saturday, around 700 people walk through the … Read More
OHS Medical Director Honored by OSU
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Oregon State University (OSU) will honor Dr. Kris Otteman, OHS Shelter Medicine Director, this month with a special award that recognizes OSU alumni who have distinguished themselves in their professions and … Read More
Fur Fest: Youth Volunteer Appreciation
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How do you thank OHS Youth Volunteers for their thousands of hours of service at the shelter throughout the year? You throw them a party where they get to mingle … Read More
Cats from Louisiana Floods Come to Oregon
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Thirty-one cats and kittens from flood-ravaged Louisiana arrived at the Oregon Humane Society yesterday to get a second chance at life. The first of the newly arrived cats are expected … Read More
Get the Whole Kitty & Kaboodle Fixed for Free
Fix Every Cat in your Home for FREE This September 19-23, the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland (ASAP) is offering a major spay/neuter special for felines. This deal is offered through … Read More
Behind the Scenes with Second Chance
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Follow along with an OHS volunteer as she welcomes Mr. Beefy, a Boston terrier mix, to OHS as part of a recent Second Chance transfer from a shelter in need of … Read More
