In the last two weeks, an unusually high number of cats have been surrendered to Oregon Humane from the public. Working with individuals in five Oregon counties, Oregon Humane Investigators have received more than 70 pets from owners who were on the verge of not being able to care for their cats. “We were able […]
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News releases from OHS.
Cat Adoption Fees Reduced Through Sunday
Faced with a major influx of cats from the public, Oregon Humane is cutting adoption fees by half for all cats six years and older through Sunday, April 30. “If the rainy days and overcast skies are getting you down, it may be time to bring a furry ray of sunshine into your life,” said Sharon […]
Petco Invests in Helping Abused and Neglected Pets
Oregon Humane 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 […]
Reward Offered in Cat Killing Case
Oregon Humane is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the killing of a cat whose remains were discovered at Scott Park in Milwaukie. The cat was found with an electrical cord tied around its neck on Tuesday, March 28 in the amphitheater […]
From Derelict House to Oregon Humane Hospital: 20 Cats Rescued
An elderly couple in Portland’s St. John’s neighborhood breathed a sigh of relief last Friday when Oregon Humane removed 20 cats and kittens from their home and brought them to Oregon Humane for medical care and eventual adoption. What started with just a few cats many years ago turned into a large colony of cats, as […]
Oregon Humane Testifies Before Judiciary Committee on Five Bills
Representatives from Oregon Humane and other animal advocates testified in favor of five bills to strengthen animal cruelty laws during a special March 29 hearing by the Oregon House Judiciary Committee. To watch a recorded video of the hearing, visit the Oregon Legislature’s website here » The five bills discussed at the March 29 hearing were: […]
Top Volunteers of 2016 Honored for Helping Pets at Oregon Humane
We’re Wild About Our Volunteers An Oregon City woman who volunteered more than 400 hours of her time in 2016 to help animals rescued from neglect has been named the Oregon Humane Volunteer of the Year. René Pizzo received the honor on March 12 at a special awards ceremony that recognized outstanding Oregon Humane volunteers. Oregon Humane […]
Oregon Humane Rescues Horses from Neglect in Damascus
A rescue team from Oregon Humane seized three horses on Feb. 23 from a woman in Damascus and discovered the body of a deceased horse on the property. The owner was cited for multiple counts of animal neglect. In observing one of the horses, an Oregon Humane Humane Special Agent stated that “even through the [horse’s] thick […]
Deer Shot With Arrow – Reward Offered
Oregon Humane is contributing $500 to a $1,500 reward fund for information about a blacktail doe that was shot with an arrow out of season. The incident occurred in the area of Cherry Grove, Oregon in western Washington County. The injured deer was first noticed by local residents on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017. An image of […]
2017 Diamond Collar Heroes Honored
From a Labrador retriever who brightens the lives of children in need to a young man who raises funds and delivers toys for shelter pets, Oregon Humane honors pets and people for heroic acts. The 2017 Diamond Collar Awards honored people and pets who have demonstrated courage and compassion for animals. A special lifetime achievement award was […]
