Our News Archive: 2011

Urgent Request: We need XL Dog Crates

January 27, 2011

In an effort to contain and separate our incoming strays from our quarantined population, we are in desperate and URGENT need of large display crates for dogs. We amazingly have space to house dogs while continuing to keep our population segregated, but have run out of XL crates. If you have an XL crate to… Read Entire Story »

Advisory: Dog & Puppy Kennels Closed to Public

January 24, 2011

KHS has one dog that has tested positive with the Canine Influenza virus. Unfortunately, this means all dogs in the shelter at the time of diagnosis have potentially been exposed to this virus and may be currently infected. Because Canine Influenza is highly contagious and airborne, KHS main and puppy kennels are closed to the… Read Entire Story »

Weekly Kennel Visit

Sunday night at the shelter.  A bit of advice for watching this video; Lower your volume but keep your eyes wide open as this is heart melting good. Stay tuned for huge shelter announcement soon. (Shhhhh! Hint: Our fabulous Feline Condos are almost ready) Video by Molly Timko Kelsey Hawks-Reece is seen here with Hershey… Read Entire Story »

Kennels on a Sunday Afternoon

January 20, 2011

If you haven’t been to our shelter lately here is a bit of a peek. Many improvements have been made to our shelter in the last few years to insure that our homeless pets are more comfortable in their stay with us. Our animals are provided with training, medical attention, behavioral accessment, respect, undivided attention… Read Entire Story »

Looking for volunteers with education experience

January 13, 2011

KHS is establishing exciting new projects within classrooms and is interested in speaking with folks already certified in the education industry. We are asking for any volunteers employed or with experience as educators to help us. We need assistance connecting with schools, writing curricula and brainstorming new ideas. Please send contact information if interested to:… Read Entire Story »

Scarlet’s Recovery

January 8, 2011

Scarlet was returned to KHS almost a month ago. We are happy to share she is now at 37 lbs.! After being starved to near death and left tied to a tree, her original weight at admission was 28 lbs: approximately half of her targeted body weight. Our shelter vet is targeting 45 lbs but… Read Entire Story »

Can You Help Us?

January 7, 2011

Our Vet Services Department has an immediate need for a Stethoscope and Feliway. If you are willing to donate these items or know someone who is, please drop them off at the shelter or call our development department at 360.692.6977, ext. 1224. If you have any specific questions about the items, please call and stay… Read Entire Story »

Come visit us today!

January 5, 2011

Visit the shelter today and find the perfect addition to your family. Pet viewing & adoptions are open from Noon-5:30pm (adoptions close at 5:00pm). We have many furry faces who are waiting for a forever home!

Remember: KHS is closed to the public today

January 4, 2011

Our new hours are in effect. We are closed to the public on Tuesdays and have new hours of operation for the other days of the week. Today, our animals will receive much needed quiet time and TLC from staff and volunteers. Plus, they will have the opportunity for enrichment training without interruption. Please come… Read Entire Story »

KHS Offers Training Sessions and Classes

January 3, 2011

As exciting as it is to bring a new pet into the family, it’s important to temper that excitement with training. The earlier you start working with your pet, the easier it will be to teach him to obey basic commands. Beginning this month, Kitsap Humane Society is proud to offer private training sessions and… Read Entire Story »