OHS News and Blog
Learn about OHS’ impact in our community and beyond, and discover new ways to support your pets at home.
-
Neglected Horses Seized in Clatskanie
UPDATE: The two individuals who own the horses seized by OHS (see below) have each been charged with 15 counts of second degree animal neglect. Arraignment is scheduled for June […]
-
OHS Honors Volunteers
We’re Lucky to Have You Compassionate and hardworking volunteers who helped make OHS a success were honored by staff and colleagues at a special event earlier this week. OHS volunteers […]
-
Lifetime Insurance Coverage for Furry Family Members with Petplan
Adopting a new four-legged family member is an exciting time – there’s so much to look forward to! But even pet parents who plan purr-fectly can’t always foresee illnesses or […]
-
Walking the Dogs
On any given day at OHS there are anywhere from 75-130 dogs in our kennels, each of whom needs to go outside for exercise, to relieve themselves, and to have […]
-
New Year, New Chance at Life
The OHS Investigations team rang in the New Year in Brooks, Oregon by helping five horses who were in great need of assistance. Here is the beginning of their story, […]
-
OHS Diamond Collar Awards 2016: Heroic Pets & People
From an Akita who licks away tears to a philanthropist who has made Portland a better place, OHS honors pets and people for heroic acts. The Oregon Humane Society honored […]
-
A Look Back at 2015: Animal Physical Therapy
OHS staff member Tyler, coordinator of the Animal Physical Therapy program, reflects on how much growth the program experienced in 2015. A Look Back at 2015 At the beginning of […]
-
Spay & Save Sewing Bee
What could provide more comfort to a kitty recovering from a spay/neuter surgery than a soft, warm blanket hand-crafted by talented volunteer seamstresses? Soft Kitty, Warm Kitty On any given […]
-
Running with Dogs
Ever wanted to take a shelter dog out for a run or a hike? You can, as a member of the OHS Canine Running Team! Members of this team are […]
-
Hayward Cats Get a Second Chance
The OHS Second Chance crew provides an update on a recent intake of pets from a shelter in need. Not familiar with Second Chance? Read an introduction here » Second […]
