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OHS News and Blog

Learn about OHS’ impact in our community and beyond, and discover new ways to support your pets at home.

  • $200,000 Matching Challenge!

    Join us in finishing the New Road Ahead Campaign for pets like Sheila. Like many animals, we didn’t know much about Sheila’s history prior to her arrival at Oregon Humane […]

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  • 5 Ways You Can Participate in Doggie Dash 2022

    This year, there are so many different ways you can participate in Doggie Dash and make a difference for animals.   Doggie Dash is so much more than a walk. […]

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  • Volunteering is Self-Care: Q&A with Laura Horon

      Helping Animals and Your Soul Love cats, dogs, rabbits or all of the above? Or maybe you have a specialized skill that might come in handy at OHS? That’s […]

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  • The Cattery Crew: Q&A with Nancy Judy

      Volunteering as a Cattery Animal Care Technician Assistant is the Cats Meow! Snuggles, feeding, socializing and much more! Our cattery crew volunteers are there to support our feline friends […]

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  • Kids are the Future: Q & A with Youth Volunteers

    Spending Quality Time with Animals and Making New Friends Along the Way   The OHS Youth Volunteers range from 12 to 17 years old. A volunteer shift can look like […]

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  • Running with the Dogs: David Mishler’s Volunteer Q & A

    Getting Those Shelter Dog Wiggles Out, One Step at a Time. Just like people, pets need exercise to keep them healthy and happy. Some animals, especially high-energy dogs, need a lot […]

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  • Q&A: All About Humane Law Enforcement

    Protecting animals from neglect and abuse has been at the heart of Oregon Humane Society’s mission for over 100 years. OHS Humane Law Enforcement team leaders, Christopher Allori (Chief of […]

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  • Play Between Dogs: Does My Dog Enjoy It?

    Before introducing your dog to other dogs, ask yourself, “Does my dog really enjoy playing with other dogs?” Play bows (see the picture above). Think of a play bow as […]

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  • How to Help Animals in Ukraine

    Helping Animals and Pet Owners in Ukraine On Tuesday, March 15, OHS Chief Operating Officer Brian August attended a meeting with animal welfare leaders from around the country to get […]

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  • OHS and Willamette Humane Society Announce Merger

     Oregon Humane Society and Willamette Humane Society Come Together to Serve Pets and People in Oregon For decades, Oregon Humane Society (OHS) and Willamette Humane Society (WHS) have provided […]

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