Thanks to everyone who entered the 2018 Oregon Humane Photo Contest. The contest has ended and more than $18,000 was raised for shelter animals! Congratulations to Emily Robinson, Tom Faller and Alex Jones for submitting photos that got the most votes in each category. The Oregon Humane Choice Award went to JoZell Johnson (see gallery […]
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The kittens have landed!
The call came in nine days ago. Shelters in Los Angeles County were experiencing a huge influx of kittens – more than 100 per day in some areas. Nearby wildfires and a number of hoarding cases were pushing things to the breaking point. Jackson Galaxy, star and Executive Producer of the television show My Cat […]
You Have a Gift for Saving Animals
We’ve shared your outrage at the discovery of animal cruelty and neglect, your satisfaction at the successful prosecution of those crimes, and your relief when those animals regain their health and confidence. Your donations inspire justice. We’ve watched your generosity retrieve animals from smaller shelters — relieving them from overcrowding — and bring those pets […]
Oregon Humane Adventure Pets
After leaving our shelter, many Oregon Humane adopted pets lead adventurous lives. This week, we are celebrating Oregon Humane adopted dogs and cats living their best lives as #AdventurePets in the Pacific Northwest. Hoot Hoot can’t get enough of the Pacific Northwest! This 9-month-old kitty’s favorite place to explore is the Seaquest State Park. Hoot’s […]
Adoption Fees Reduced for Cats and Kittens, July 27-29
Me-WOW! It’s kitten season at the Oregon Humane We’re not kitten around here! The Oregon Humane is overflowing with cats and kittens looking for loving homes. Close to 200 cats and kittens are currently at the shelter, exceeding capacity and limiting the ability to take in new cats and kittens in need. Through expanded partnerships […]
Celebrating 150 Years – One Animal at a Time
After Hurricane Harvey, a dog named Bruce inspires compassion In 1868, Thomas Lamb Eliot called for action after witnessing the abuse of a horse pulling a wagon in downtown Portland. This single plea, put forward by one man, was the catalyst for change. Eliot formed the Oregon Humane with other like-minded Portlanders and their work […]
A Special Kitten Named Shane
Kitten with unique condition looking for loving home. Some might say he’s unlucky, but after you spend five minutes with this sweet guy you quickly forget that under that perfect furry coat lies a misshapen sternum. You can barely feel it as he lies in your arms, purring contently. Three-month-old kitten Shane was born with […]
Friends Forever – Ollie and Rusty
A bonded pair find a special home thanks to the Friends Forever program Shirley, a retired scientist and Oregon Humane supporter of 40+ years, adopted Rusty after he had been passed around among a series of owners. Rusty was a bit of a challenge; he sometimes let his herding instinct get the better of him […]
Bumble Stumbles into Greatness
Bumble’s journey – from wildfire to forever home. From the moment we met Bumble we knew he was unique. He emerged from the long ride from the shelter in Santa Barbara with Oregon Humane chief operating officer Brian August with a mile-wide smile and eager to greet everyone. Bumble’s connection to the Oregon Humane began […]
Fireworks Can Cause Panic: Keep Your Pets Safe and Indoors
Tips from Oregon Humane to keep your pets safe on the Fourth of July Fireworks can cause your pets to panic. Whether it’s a big Independence Day firework display or neighbors using sparklers and poppers in their driveway, your pets don’t know it is part of a celebration. On July 5, animal shelters across the […]
