Our News Archive: 2014
King “Keegan” looking for his castle to call home
December 31, 2014
Hi! My name is Keegan (Intake #40648) and I’m a quiet and independent older kitty looking for a loving home. I’m a Flame Point Siamese with beautiful crossed blue eyes. I love getting my head petted. I’m timid until I get to know you and, for this reason, it’s probably best I be adopted by… Read Entire Story »
What’s the Big Deal about Free-Roaming Cats?
December 26, 2014
Trap/Neuter/Return programs are popping up in communities across the nation to help control their feral and free-roaming cat populations. Some feral colonies have caretakers – people who provide food and shelter – and others may complain about them providing these necessities, creating strife between neighbors. Trap/Neuter/Return efforts, such as our Port Orchard Community Cats program,… Read Entire Story »
Golden girl Penelope is waiting for you
December 17, 2014
Hi! My name is Penelope (Intake # 41435) and I’m a pleasantly plump older brindle girl with a great smile and funny ears. I was picked up as a stray in early November, but I was clearly someone’s loved pet as I’m used to the comforts of home. I’m housetrained and I love going for… Read Entire Story »
Feral or Stray?
December 15, 2014
You notice a cat roaming your neighborhood, and you don’t recognize him as a neighbor’s pet. What should you do? That depends on whether he is a feral cat or a stray pet. Feral cats should be treated differently than strays, for both your safety and the cats’ well-being. Put simply, a feral cat was… Read Entire Story »
Port Orchard Feral Cats: How You Can Help
December 10, 2014
We’ve all seen them — free-roaming cats, outdoors, in all kinds of weather. Sometimes they are solitary strays, but often they gather together in feral cat colonies, taking advantage of food sources such as dumpsters. In Port Orchard feral cat numbers are growing: There may be as many as 2,200 un-owned outdoor cats within the… Read Entire Story »
Velvet has been waiting for you for 6 months!
December 9, 2014
Hi! My name is Velvet (Intake # 35324) and I have a beautiful black coat and bright yellow eyes. My coat is so soft and velvety! The volunteers love petting it. I’ve been waiting for almost six months for someone to pick me! I was first adopted in February, but returned in June because my… Read Entire Story »
Sadie wants to be home for the holidays
December 4, 2014
Hi! My name is Sadie (Intake # 21995) and I’m looking for a true forever home! I’m a beautiful, smart, loving black Labrador Retriever mix. I’ve already been through a lot in my short life and now I need a loving human who will commit to love me. I’ve ended up back at Kitsap Humane… Read Entire Story »
Looking for a kitty full of sugar and spice?
November 25, 2014
Hi! My name is Avocado (Intake # 39991) and I was found wandering the streets of Poulsbo. I’m sure glad I was rescued by the Kitsap Humane Society, but now I’m hoping to find my forever home. I have unique Calico markings with one brown front leg and one black front leg. My chin also… Read Entire Story »
Finch says, “Pick me, pick me!”
November 20, 2014
Hi! My name is Finch (Intake # 40588) and I’m hoping to use my huge ears to find a new home. That’s right, I’m keeping these silly bat ears to the ground, hoping to hear that you’re on your way to meet me! I’m 11 months old and super petite, super cute and super sweet!… Read Entire Story »
Pre-order your 2015 KHS Calendar!
November 19, 2014
Pre-order your Kitsap Humane Society 2015 Calendar by Dec. 5 and get free shipping and handling. Calendars are $15 (plus tax) and feature the pets of winning bidders at Animal Krackers 2014 as well as our own shelter pets. It makes a great holiday gift or stocking-stuffer and all proceeds benefit the animals of KHS…. Read Entire Story »