Our News Archive: 2012
Meet our Pet of the Week Mr. Night
July 18, 2012
Hello, my name is Mr. Night (Intake #10775) and I would be very pleased to meet you, especially if we start with a little petting. I can be shy at first, but I warm up quickly when you pay me some attention. Shelter volunteers tell me all the time how friendly and affectionate I am…. Read Entire Story »
A ferret “tail”: rehoming rescues
July 6, 2012
It started with a phone call. Phillip Stump needed help. He has his wife, April, the founder of Angel Babies Ferret Rescue of Bremerton, had been rescuing and rehoming ferrets in Kitsap County for many years. But now April was critically ill. Caring for 28 ferrets while also going to work and spending time… Read Entire Story »
Meet Our Friend Tom
July 3, 2012
Hello, my name is Tom (Intake #19679) and, I admit, I love attention. Just scratch my cheeks and I’ll be your best friend forever. Though sometimes I have a funny way of showing it and I’m not afraid to let you know when I’m ready for some alone time. So I’m looking for an adult… Read Entire Story »
Learn About Volunteering at Upcoming Info Session
Kitsap Humane Society is hosting an information session from 6-7 p.m., Wednesday, July 18, in the Training Center for anyone who is interested in joining our volunteer team! Topics to be covered include what we do in each department here at the shelter, what the current volunteer opportunities are and how to get started. Volunteers must… Read Entire Story »
Ruby is a Real Gem!
June 26, 2012
Hi, my name is Ruby (Intake #19083) and I’m a real gem! So I just can’t figure out why I was left in a box on the side of the road a few months ago. I mean, I am pretty smart. I know commands like “stay,” “off” and “drop.” Plus, I’m house-trained and I’ll even… Read Entire Story »
Meet Our Pet of the Week Rocky!
June 20, 2012
Yo! My name is Rocky (Intake #18243) and I’ve been hanging out at the shelter since February when my family moved and left me behind. I’ve still been working out, though (on my training, that is). I know how to “sit,” “stay,” “come” and “heel.” But I’m not all work. I’m friendly and I love… Read Entire Story »
Harvard’s Day Out
June 18, 2012
Harvard is one of our longtime pit bulls that recently went on a much-needed kennel break. Often times, staff, volunteers and foster parents will bring animals home for some quality time out of the shelter. Below is one volunteer’s personal account of her weekend with Harvard: “Harvard had a great weekend. This boy adores people… Read Entire Story »
Free Bird Class June 23
June 15, 2012
Learn everything you need to know about owning a feathered friend! Kitsap Humane Society and Olympic Bird Fanciers are hosting a free class 1-3 p.m. Saturday, June 23 in the Training Center at KHS. Class topics include the care of your bird, cage requirements, spending time with your bird, the cost of owning a bird… Read Entire Story »
We are in need of wet dog food!
June 13, 2012
Kitsap Humane Society is in need of wet dog food. Any brand is suitable. Don’t forget, all in-kind donations made to KHS are tax-deductible. Ask the front desk for a tax receipt when dropping off your donation. The shelter opens at noon 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays). Our furry friends thank you for your… Read Entire Story »
Our Mission, Our Vision
June 12, 2012
I’m proud to share our remarkable accomplishments in the first quarter of 2012 vs. 2011: Intake of new animals was up 38 percent from 882 to 1,220.Adoptions were up 47 percent from 604 to 885. Spay and neuter surgeries were up 162 percent from 350 to 918. Euthanasia remains below 6 percent. When I arrived in February… Read Entire Story »