Why is a Dog’s Growl Helpful?
Although no one wants to hear their dog growl, it’s important to keep in mind what a crucial communication tool it is for dogs. This audible warning signal is a very effective way for dogs to keep the peace and a way for a dog to communicate when he is feeling uncomfortable. A dog who […]
Go to your Mat
“Go to your mat” is a powerful cue to teach your dog. Your dog will learn to relax on his bed instead of jumping up on visitors, barking at the window, or tripping you up in the kitchen. Use it when you are working at your desk, watching TV, cooking dinner, answering the door, visiting […]
Doggie Daycare, Pet Boarding and Pet Sitters: Choosing the Best Option for your Dog
What do you do when you need to leave home and your dog can’t come with you? Choosing the right boarding facility or pet sitter for your dog is key for a stress-free trip! Whether your dog will be staying at home with a sitter or going to a boarding facility, try to pick an […]
The Canine Escape Artist
Does it seem like your dog has a never-ending ability to escape from the back yard? Every escape has the potential for a tragic ending. If your dog is running loose, he could be injured in a fight with another dog, hit by a car, or get hurt in a number of other ways. To […]
Kitten Adoption Information
Kitten Adoption Information Thank you for choosing to adopt your new, fuzzy family member from Oregon Humane! Know Before You Go Oregon Humane Portland and Salem shelters intake more than 5,000 kittens per year. By adopting from Oregon Humane you are helping save so many tiny lives! As with all our adoptions, kitten adoptions are…
Anxiety and Our Pets
The pandemic has taken a toll on our mental health, and our pets may be feeling it too. Advice from Jennifer Shirley, CPDT, Oregon Humane Training and Behavior Department Over the last eight to nine months, people have had to make substantial changes in their lives, deal with painful isolation, unexpected moves and many have […]
Oregon Humane Hosting Two-Day Pet Food Bank for #GivingTuesday
Update: Dec. 3, 2020 #GivingTuesday Pet Food Bank helps hundreds of struggling pet owners. #GivingTuesday was a day for the Oregon Humane to give back to struggling pet owners in the community. On Dec. 1 and 2, dozens of cars were lined up before the Pet Food Bank opened. Some shared their stories, while others […]
Oregon Humane Honors Top Volunteers
A look back at 2019: honoring exceptional Oregon Humane volunteers during extraordinary times. This year has brought so many unprecedented challenges, but one thing has remained constant: dedicated volunteers have been supporting the animals and working creatively to help the Oregon Humane continue to fulfill its mission. When the restriction on large gatherings was put […]
Oregon Humane Partners with Banfield Foundation on Life-Saving Transport Program
Three transports of pets from Oklahoma are planned before the end of 2020. Oregon Humane is joining forces with the Banfield Foundation, PEDIGREE Foundation and VCA Charities to transport close to 200 at-risk pets from Oklahoma and Texas to Oregon to find their forever home. Despite the challenges the pandemic, Oregon Humane has continued to […]
Happy Tails: Briar’s Journey
How a road trip, a yellow lab and Oregon Humane’ss Second Chance program brought a special dog home. When Portland residents Kelly and Charae hit the road for a trip to California in late June, they had no idea that a chance encounter would result in a new family member. It would be a long […]
