Home Alone Anxiety
Typically, dogs with home alone anxiety have the anxiety response during the owner’s preparations for leaving and/or within a short time (0-30 minutes) after their owners leave them. The most common of these behaviors are: Digging, chewing and scratching at doors or windows in an attempt to escape and reunite with their owners. Howling, barking, […]
Walter’s Wish
Update: Walter was adopted just a few days after his story was shared on social media. Our adopters are truly heroes. Enny specifically wanted to adopt a cat who was having a harder time finding home. When Enny came in on Feb. 20, they sat calmly and quietly with Walter, just letting him be while […]
Tanya’s Training Tips: Home-Alone Anxiety
Is it back-to-school blues or separation anxiety? Back to school time can be a big adjustment for your pets. After spending lots of time with the family over the summer, your dog may now be home alone for many hours each day. You can make the transition easier by carving out time in the morning […]
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 […]
A Tiny Chihuahua with a Huge Will to Survive
Have you ever heard the term “megaesophagus?” It’s not the name of a Muppet or a rare dinosaur, but a serious condition that can affect dogs, cats, horses and even humans. Recently, a tiny Chihuahua mix puppy diagnosed with this condition needed help, and Oregon Humane was able to step up. In early June, Oregon […]
Oregon Humane Fundraising Guidelines
Thank you for your interest in helping animals in need by supporting Oregon Humane! Please review the following guidelines before planning your fundraising event to benefit Oregon Humane. Once you complete the agreement below and click “Submit,” you will be redirected to the Oregon Humane Fundraising Toolkit. Oregon Humane Fundraising Event Guidelines Events must be…
Vote for Us as Best of Portland!
Oregon Humane is Nominated in Two Categories We are honored to have been nominated in two categories for Willamette Week’s Best of Portland, a reader’s poll that features our community’s favorite businesses and individuals. Best Community Animal Rescue Best Veterinary Practice Oregon Humane has been nominated for Best Community Animal Rescue, and our Community Veterinary Hospital…
A Lifeline for Cats
Continued Growth in Oregon Humane’s Cat Behavior Program Oregon Humane’s Behavior Modification Program is a lifeline for cats with the most intense behavior needs. These felines typically have no other options or path to adoption due to their fear, trauma, lack of socialization, or inappropriate behavior. In 2025, the Feline Behavior Modification team worked with 99 shy…
Bone Appetit Week 2026
Bone Appétit Week a benefit for Oregon Humane Monday, April 27 – Sunday, May 3
Corporate Engagement
Corporate Engagement Unleash team spirit, boost employee morale, promote wellness, and help animals in need. Oregon Humane offers a variety of options for team-based activities at our shelters, in your workplace, and beyond! Team Building with Oregon Humane We know you have a lot of great options when searching for opportunities to engage your team…
