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Larch Creek Fire Disaster Response
One Month Update From their heroic rescue from just outside the encroaching Larch Creek wildfire to their arrival at Oregon Humane, the rescued dogs have been lovingly cared for by staff and volunteers—including gentle, thorough grooming to remove the heavy smoke and debris that clung to their fur. Wonderfully, from the group, Lovebug and Tunnel…
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Olympic Athlete Meets a Champion Companion
Two-time gold medalist, Ryan Crouser, is officially headed for Paris to compete in the 2024 summer Olympics—in hopes of becoming the first shot-put athlete ever to win three consecutive gold medals. Ryan is no stranger to the hard work and dedication it takes to qualify for the Olympics and credits his loyal dog for supporting…
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Fourth of July and Lost Pets
Safety First The Fourth of July, and the days leading up to and following, can be scary and traumatic for our pets. While people may be celebrating, our pets don’t understand the loud noises and booming explosions that often blanket our neighborhoods. Preparation is key to protecting our pets on the Fourth, and through the…
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What to Do with Exuberant Dogs
At Oregon Humane’s Behavior and Rescue Center, small team of Certified Behavior Modification Trainers and volunteers are working with the most fearful and shy dogs (and cats) that come to Oregon Humane, helping them learn the skills and confidence needed to find their special new homes. This includes dogs like Edgar, a young, exuberant lab…
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The Gift That Pays You Back
My name is Al Didier and I am a fellow animal lover like you. In the 40 years my partner Sherry Holley and I have been together, we’ve deeply loved and cared for 16 wonderful cats. It would be an understatement to say we are cat people! And our love for cats extends beyond just…
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Finding Homes for Bonded Animals
Sometimes the tightest bonds are formed during the toughest times. This was the case for a special odd couple who were part of a large transfer of dogs to Oregon Humane during a recent shelter capacity crisis in Josephine County. Muscle Man and Starla’s journey began in a parking lot. They were found tied to…
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Helping Dogs with Complex Behavior Needs
At just six months old, Margo was an overstimulated and anxious puppy. She was big and growing stronger every day—making her hard to manage. Her owners knew that, at her core, Margo was a sweet girl, just looking for love—she even sports an adorable heart-shaped spot on her back. The family tried their best to…
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Helping Stray Animals in Crisis
Cora was discovered in an abandoned apartment stuck inside of a pipe, behind a water heater. How this curious cat found herself in this seemingly impossible position was unclear, but it was estimated that she had been stuck alone, without food or water, for nearly five days. Luckily for Cora, a construction worker onsite at…
