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Oregon Humane Provides Bi-Weekly Pet Food Bank to Furloughed Employees
Update: Since the shutdown ended on Friday, Jan. 25, Oregon Humane will not be hosting additional pet food banks. The Oregon Humane will launch bi-weekly pet food banks to furloughed federal employees and contractors starting on Sunday, Jan. 20. One bag of dog food and one bag of cat food plus cat litter will be available…
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A Special Group of Dogs From South Korea Find Their Way Home
A New Year and a new life for eight dogs rescued from a dog-meat farm in South Korea Even though Oregon Humane hit a new milestone in 2018 by topping 12,000 adoptions, eight of those pets hold a special place in the hearts and history at Oregon Humane. They’re from a dog meat farm in…
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Oregon Humane to offer assistance to workers affected by government shutdown on Thursday, Jan 10
Oregon Humane offers free pet food to federal workers and contractors affected by government In an effort to support pet-owners affected by the government shutdown, the Oregon Humane is offering free pet food for federal employees and contractors on Thursday, Jan 10. One bag of dog food and one bag of cat food plus cat…
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New Year’s Resolutions for Pets and People
Kick-off 2019 with pet-friendly New Year’s resolutions. It’s a new year and a great opportunity to set resolutions and goals for 2019. By including pets in your plans, you can strengthen your bond and add a fresh dose of joy to life. Consider these achievable goals for 2019: Recognize and reward your pets for the…
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Oregon Humane celebrates 12,000th adoption – setting new record
Oregon Humane sets new adoption record as a puppy transferred from a Klamath Falls shelter goes home. Caroline, a three-month old border collie, made history at the Oregon Humane as she became the 12,000 adoption of 2018. This marks a new milestone for OHS; it’s the ninth year adoptions have exceeded 11,000 and the first…
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Oregon Humane deploys second team to help with Camp Fire response
Second Oregon Humane team helps care for pets people affected by deadly California wildfire. Late last week, a second group of Oregon Humane responders deployed to California to help care for hundreds of pets displaced by the Camp Fire. Oregon Humane staff members Tyreen Jerrell and Erin Luther, plus Oregon Humane volunteers Lynn Davis and…
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Jane and Dick Miller: Charitable Gift Annuity
Jane and Dick Miller have always loved animals. Allergies prevented them from having a dog or cat, but that didn’t stop them. Ten years ago, thanks to the generosity of Northwest Alpacas, they became the proud owners of two alpacas, Fito and Toyo. They built an enclosure, learned all they could about the care and…
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Oregon Humane Team Helps Pets Displaced by Camp Fire
Oregon Humane disaster responders care for pets and reunite families Since the Camp Fire ravaged the town of Paradise, California, the Oregon Humane has been in contact with local shelters and organizations offering assistance. On November 28, four Oregon Humane disaster responders deployed to help pets displaced by the fire. Before arriving, Oregon Humane coordinated…
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Volunteers Give Back on Thanksgiving
64 volunteers celebrate holiday with Oregon Humane pets In the early morning hours of Thanksgiving day, volunteers filled the Oregon Humane. The shelter was closed to the public, but volunteers ensured that Thanksgiving was special for all the animals in our care. “I think the Oregon Humane spirit is highest on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New…
