Yesterday, we shared the news of our team mobilizing quickly to help 23 animals from a suspected neglect case in Lake County. With your support, we can be ready to respond to multiple emergencies at a time. Just as we began assisting the animals from Lake County, we received news regarding a distressed community member […]
Category: Behavior and Rescue Center
Dozens of Animals Suffering from Suspected Neglect Rescued
At the request of Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon Humane assisted with the rescue of 17 dogs and six cats suffering from suspected neglect at a property in Christmas Valley. The rescue, which took place on Feb. 5, was part of a search warrant served by Lake County Sheriff’s Office following a weeks-long investigation into reports from concerned neighbors. Four staff […]
Celebrating Three Years of Profound Impact
Near the end of 2022, after years of planning, we opened our Community Veterinary Hospital, Behavior & Rescue Center, and Animal Crimes Forensic Center. To achieve this largest expansion of space and services in Oregon Humane’ history, our community of donors invested generously, showing a commitment to doing more for people and animals in Oregon. […]
Rescued Dogs Ready for a New Life
In late January, Oregon Humane partnered with The Dalles Police Department on a case of suspected animal neglect. Nine Dogue de Bordeaux dogs were living in unsanitary conditions and lacking the minimum standard of care, including access to food and water. The dogs were seized and transported to Oregon Humane’ Behavior & Rescue Center where […]
LA Wildfires Disaster Response
Feb. 3 Update: More than 100 animals arrive from Los Angeles At the tail end of January, Oregon Humane coordinated our third and largest transfer from shelters affected by the LA fires. This special rescue flight was made possible through partnerships with Greater Good Charities and Southwest Airlines. More than 100 cats and dogs from […]
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 […]
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 […]
What to Do with Exuberant Dogs
At Oregon Humane’ 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
