File a Claim to Help Pets in Need
The Oregon Screen Settlement allows you to allocate your claim to OHS You may have seen the recent TV ads and billboards proclaiming, “you may be eligible to collect money from the Oregon Screen Settlement.” Before you tune out, consider filing a claim and directing the money to the animals at Oregon Humane. Perhaps you […]
Breaking Glass to Save a Life
On June 22, a new Oregon law took effect that expanded protections for children and pets left alone in vehicles. The law shields members of the public from damages if they break into a car to save the life of a pet or child. This blog is the story of how the law came into play […]
Oregon Humane Fights for Laws Against Cruelty
Oregon legislators recently approved a host of bills backed by Oregon Humane that will strengthen the state’s efforts to fight animal cruelty. The bills, which are now awaiting the Governor’s signature, would increase penalties for animal cruelty, crack down on cockfighting, streamline the process of forfeiting pets who have been victims of cruelty, and give […]
Petco Invests in Helping Abused and Neglected Pets
OHS has received a $200,000 grant from the Petco Foundation to enhance an emergency animal shelter used to help pets rescued from abuse and neglect. “This grant is an important step forward for animals,” said Sharon Harmon, Oregon Humane chief executive officer. “Pets who are rescued from neglectful conditions have special needs, and this facility will […]
Happy National Puppy Day
A day to celebrate puppies and the unconditional love and joy they bring to our lives? Sounds like something we should celebrate every day! This day to recognize puppy love, promote adoption of dogs in need at shelters around the country (and the world), raise awareness about puppy mills and more, was started in 2006 and […]
Past Legislation
Past Animal-Related Legislation One of the most important things individuals can do to advocate for animals is to contact your local legislators. Let them know which animal rights issues concern you and your community. Find Your Legislator Current Legislation Past Legislation Oregon consistently ranks among the top three states in the nation based on the…
Oregon Humane Facebook Terms
Oregon Humane Facebook Terms Oregon Humane Portland Campus and Salem Campus Facebook pages are intended to build community over a shared love of pets. We encourage users to post adoption updates, and to interact with our posts by sharing, commenting, and more. We welcome your ideas, feedback, and constructive criticism. That said, please understand that…
Adoptions Planned for Rescued Birds
A Damascus man charged with animal neglect has surrendered ownership of 245 exotic birds, allowing Oregon Humane to move ahead with the process of offering the birds for adoption. Oregon Humane plans to begin adoptions the first week of December. The birds were seized by Oregon Humane this summer as the result of an investigation […]
