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 … Read More
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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 … Read More
Meet Dr. Rachel Warnes
Dr. Rachel Warnes is the first veterinarian to join OHS’ Community Teaching Hospital Oregon Humane Society has hired the first member of the Community Teaching Hospital veterinary staff. Dr. Rachel … Read More
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 … Read More
OHS Hires First Veterinary Social Worker
Kelly Bremken, MSSW, VSW, joins OHS with a focus on caring for the people who care for pets. A First for OHS It’s been almost 20 years since the University … Read More
Giving Back on #GivingTuesday
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More than 6,000 pounds of pet food distributed on OHS Community Resource Day. #GivingTuesday is all about generosity, compassion and supporting organizations and programs that serve the community. At the … Read More
A Home for the Hollie-Days
Hollie’s story is both extraordinarily painful and hopeful. When you first meet Hollie, it’s hard to imagine how different she once looked. She was rescued in Southern Oregon, severely … Read More
Q&A: The Skinny on Skin
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Skin issues are one of the most common, and often challenging, health problems that affect our pets. While all that itching and licking may seem annoying to us, it can … Read More
OHS Hosts Resource Days to Help Pet Owners
Maintaining and strengthening the animal-human bond is at the heart of creating a More Humane Society. When pet owners are struggling to afford pet food or basic supplies, the stress … Read More
Carly’s Miraculous Journey
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Is there anything better than a big, goofy, slobbery bulldog smile? When Carly arrived at the Oregon Humane Society following a life of neglect, that happy smile didn’t exist. … Read More
