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  • Rescued Cats Need Homes: Adoption Fees Minimized

    With the arrival earlier this week of 95 cats rescued from Klamath County, the Oregon Humane is offering the lowest prices of the year to help find homes for cats and make more space available for the rescued felines. Full story of rescue here » Adoption Fees Reduced Adoption fees for all adult cats (older…

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  • Oregon Humane Assists with Major Cat Rescue

    Nearly 100 cats rescued from neglect in Klamath County will arrive at the Oregon Humane in Portland this afternoon. Klamath County Animal Control requested the assistance of Oregon Humane in finding homes for the cats as there are no other shelters in Oregon capable of handling such a huge influx of animals. The rescue is one…

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  • Wounded Kitten Survives Shooting

    Kitten Survives; Oregon Humane and ALDF Offer Reward Updates: upon examination by the Oregon Humane medical team prior to surgery to remove the bullet/pellet and also spay/neuter, “Lucy” was found to be a boy, and has been renamed to Louie. The Oregon Humane is partnering with the Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) to increase the…

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  • Victim to Verdict: Fighting Cruelty

    As legal cases involving animal crimes become more complex, the annual Oregon Humane Victim to Verdict conference is an opportunity for attorneys, veterinarians, vet techs, law enforcement officers and animal shelter staff to sharpen their knowledge of the law and bring stronger cases against animal offenders. The fourth annual conference was held recently in Portland…

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  • Oregon Humane Rescues Injured Dog in Santiam Forest

    Dog Survives 200-foot Fall A dog who fell more than 200 feet from a cliff in the Santiam State Forest outside of Silverton was brought to safety this evening by an Oregon Humane rescue team. The dog, an 80-lb. Great Dane-Mastiff mix, suffered at least one broken limb but was alert and appeared to be in otherwise…

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  • Top Volunteers of 2014 Honored by Oregon Humane

    The Oregon Humane yesterday bestowed honors on a group of outstanding volunteers who helped make every aspect of the shelter’s operation a success. The theme of the event was Oregon Humane Volunteer All-Stars. Volunteers walk dogs, find homes for cats, assist shelter  veterinarians, rescue stranded dogs, and more. Last year, nearly 2,000 people contributed their…

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  • Rescued Dogs Available for Adoption this Week

    Approximately 20 of the dogs rescued in January from a breeder in Jackson County will be offered for adoption this Wednesday, March 4, at the Oregon Humane. Popular Small Breeds The dogs available for adoption include popular small breeds such as pugs, schnauzers and shih tzus. The dogs arrived at Oregon Humane on Jan. 29,…

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  • Avian Extravaganza

    Join Oregon Humane for  “A Day for the Birds” on Feb. 21. The event will showcase more than 30 birds available for adoption—ranging from songbirds to exotics. Bird lovers will have the opportunity to learn about bird health, breeds, diet, socialization tips, and how to add a feathered friend to the family. Avian experts from…

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  • Puppy Stolen from Car Recovered

    Portland, OR – A puppy who was brazenly stolen Feb. 8 from a parked car in Northeast Portland has been recovered by Oregon Humane and will be reunited with his owner today at Oregon Humane. The puppy, Hercules, was abandoned without warning at Oregon Humane on Feb. 9. An individual brought the puppy to the Oregon Humane…

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  • Rescued Pets Begin New Lives Friday

    Five of the 41 dogs rescued from a breeder in Jackson County will be offered for adoption at Oregon Humane this Friday, Feb. 6. The group includes three Cavalier King Charles spaniels and two shih tzus. The dogs came to Oregon Humane on Jan. 28 as part of a joint rescue operation between Jackson County…

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