As our state and nation pause this day to honor the birth in 1929 of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we at the Oregon Humane would like to pay tribute to Dr. Kingโnot only for the tireless quest for racial equality that cost him his life, but for his unwavering advocacy of nonviolence and unconditional […]
News & Blog
News & Blog
Oregon Humane Pets Share their New Year’s Resolutions
The pets at Oregon Humane have shared their new year resolutions with us. Take a look at what these sweet faces will be working on this year!: Noodleโs 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 […]
Q&A with Customer Care
How adoption by appointment has helped thousands of pets find a loving home In March 2020, Oregon Humane 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 […]
Hello, It’s Oregon Humane 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 Oregon Humane for years? Next time your phone rings, it could be Oregon Humane calling with an invitation to be part of our PAWS program. We are working […]
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 itโs a cause for celebration at Oregon Humane. 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 Oregon […]
Help for Reactive Rovers
Leash reactivity is one of the most common behaviors in dogs but Oregon Humane 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 itโs natural behavior, it doesnโt mean you shouldnโt try to help […]
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 Humaneโs Friends ForeverTM program after their owners included Oregon Humane 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
๏ปฟ 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 Oregon Humane’s Community Veterinary Hospital Oregon Humane has hired the first member of the Community Veterinary Hospital veterinary staff. Dr. Rachel Warnes comes to Oregon Humane from Animal Care Centers of New York City where she was the lead veterinarian. In her new role, Dr. Warnes […]
