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Oregon Humane News and Blog

Learn about Oregon Humane’ impact in our community and beyond, and discover new ways to support your pets at home.

  • Where Do All the Big Dogs Go?

    Oregon Humane 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 years…

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  • Helping Stray Animals in Crisis

    Cora was discovered in an abandoned apartment stuck inside of a pipe, behind a water heater. How this curious cat found herself in this seemingly impossible position was unclear, but it was estimated that she had been stuck alone, without food or water, for nearly five days. Luckily for Cora, a construction worker onsite at…

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  • A Safety Net for Shelter Animals

    Safety net: something to rely on in times of hardship. That is what Oliver has found at Oregon Humane. The ultimate hope for pets who leave the shelter is that they will never have to return—but life is not always that predictable. When challenges occur, pets always have a safe place to come back to…

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  • Buddy’s Friends Forever

    Through Friends ForeverTM , Tim knew Buddy would receive care and the chance to find a new, loving home if Tim were no longer able to care for Buddy himself. The Friends Forever program provides peace of mind knowing that a much-loved furry family member will be cared for by Oregon Humane and adopted to a new,…

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  • Salem Impact Stories 2023

    Adoptions The animal-human bond is at the center of everything we do at Oregon Humane. When we help adopters find a new family member, it’s always a special moment. Reed When Reed arrived at Oregon Humane, he was in rough shape. His skin was raw and irritated, and he was nervous and scared. He was…

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  • The Impact of Veterinary Social Work

    The Impact of Veterinary Social Work Pets are more than companions, they are family. The deep bond between people and pets is the foundation of veterinary social work. When clients come to the Community Veterinary Hospital, there can be other areas of need in their lives. Oregon Humane’s veterinary social worker, Kelly Bremken, MSW, connects…

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  • Oregon Humane Humane Law Enforcement Protects Animals in Need

    Animal Crimes Forensic Center In late 2022, Oregon Humane opened the Animal Crimes Forensic Center—becoming a critical resource for building strong cases against those charged with animal abuse and neglect. After a full year of operation, the center is having a big impact on cases led by Oregon Humane Humane Law Enforcement and many others.…

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  • What is Animal Crimes Forensics?

    Forensic Evidence Brings Justice for Animals Animals who have experienced abuse and neglect can’t tell their stories. At Oregon Humane, part of our mission of making Oregon the safest place for pets means doing what we can to be a voice for these animals. In 2022, Oregon Humane completed the Animal Crimes Forensic Center, the only…

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  • Friends Forever 2023 – Dynamic Duo

    In 2023, a special duo found a new home thanks to the Friends ForeverTM program. What goes together better than mac and cheese? Mack + Cheese + a new loving home. This bonded pair came from the same household. When their former owner was diagnosed with a terminal illness, she acted quickly and put together a plan…

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  • Caring For You and Your Pets in Cold Weather

    Keep Your Furry Friends Comfortable and Safe Cold Weather Safety Tips for People

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