Oregon Humane Society is getting creative to help large dogs find homes faster. In late 2023, we established a bold new program that seeks to find new, loving homes for our long-term dog residents called Diamond in the Ruff. Diamond in the Ruff is the brainchild of Eleena Fikhman, Director of Client Services. With eight […]
Tag: Adoptions
Happy Tails: Our Favorite Adoptions of 2023
There have been more than 11,000 adoptions this year at Oregon Humane Society. This extraordinary number of pets finding new homes showcases the compassion in our community and the commitment to helping animals in need. Even with thousands of adoptions, we never lose sight of the significance of each individual pet going home. It is […]
Caring for Maui Cats After the Rescue
Beyond the Headlines Our hearts are with the community of Lahaina as the recovery from the devastating Maui wildfires continues. Thanks to you and the generosity of our President’s Circle donors, Oregon Humane Society is ready to respond to natural disasters and answer the call for help. We partnered with Greater Good Charities and Maui […]
Mack & Cheese: Friends Forever
Happy Tails When Carrie was diagnosed with a terminal illness, she knew she needed to work fast to put a plan together for her to beloved dogs, Mack and Cheese. Mack, an 11-year-old lab mix and Cheese a 5-year-old Staffordshire terrier mix weighed over 200 pounds between them both, so Carrie knew it would take […]
Friends Forever Update: Bentley the Cat
One Year with Bentley By: Mariyah Lowden Bentley came to OHS through the Friends Forever program, where pets have a place to go if their owner is no longer able to take care of them due to an unexpected medical incapacity or death. By enrolling in the program and making a planned gift, Bentley’s owner […]
Subsidized Adoption Fees through Pets for the Elderly
Grants that Help More Pets Find Homes As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Oregon Humane Society (OHS) relies on donations and grants to fund our programs, services, and operations. OHS’ Foundation Relations Manager, Katie Hovde, works hard to ensure that the grants that we apply for will have the greatest impact on the most number of people […]
Should I Adopt an Adult Cat?
Thinking of bringing home a cat? Consider an adult! Sure, kittens are cute. But adult and senior cats make amazing companions, too! Here are the top three reasons to consider bringing home an adult cat. 1. Energy Adult cats have a calmer energy. Unlike kittens, who require hours of daily playtime to stimulate their growing […]
You Help Protect Animals from Cruelty and Neglect.
My name is Veronica Broadley, Oregon Humane Society’s Humane Law Enforcement (HLE) Support Services Manager. And I will never forget California King’s story… On the day our HLE team received a call from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to support a suspected neglect case in Salem we were already on location assisting with a situation […]
What’s Next at OHS?
2022 was an unprecedented year for the Oregon Humane Society thanks to incredible President’s Circle donors like you! This past year, we were able to expand our life-saving services in the mid-Valley and open the brand-new Community Veterinary Hospital, the Animal Crimes Forensic Center, and—as of December 16—the Behavior and Rescue Center! We are deeply […]
2023 Resolutions from the Pets of OHS
A new year offers the chance to set new goals and make resolutions to guide you through the year. Have you made your 2023 resolutions yet? The pets at OHS have made theirs and some of them have agreed to share their new year resolutions with President’s Circle donors like you! Take a look at […]
