Our News: Knowledge & Advice
How to Keep Your Pets Safe This Winter
December 9, 2024
It’s that time of year again! The holidays are here and, as always, along with them comes the cold weather. Here are a few tips to keep your pets safe when the snow starts falling and temperatures begin to drop this winter: Keep warm & cozy Staying inside during cold weather is an important part… Read Entire Story »
It’s a Good Time for a Barn Cat
October 20, 2023
It’s getting to be that time of year, when the rodent population looks for warmer quarters and often times it’s a place you don’t necessarily want them. That’s when Barn Cats can really be your friends. The safest way to control the rodent population on your property or in a storage area is with these… Read Entire Story »
Keeping Livestock Secure in Inclement Weather
December 29, 2022
It’s that time of the year where the wind is blowing, cold weather has arrived, and so have the winter storms. Now is the time to make sure that your livestock animals are safe and secure! Did you know that Kitsap Humane Society’s Animal Control team responds to calls of loose livestock on public roads… Read Entire Story »
Safety Tips for a Spooktacular Halloween
October 4, 2022
Spooky season is here and with it comes a few things to keep in mind regarding your pet’s safety while you celebrate! Here are a few tips: Beware of the trick-or-treaters! While the spooky kiddos at your doorstep might be adorable to you, it is hard to predict how our pets will react to masks,… Read Entire Story »
Chill With Your Dog!
August 6, 2020
We’ve been having so much fun chillin’ with shelter dogs in the new dog behavior and training play yard this summer! We thought you might like some tips for summer fun with your dogs, too. Our staff and volunteers like to bring out the wading pool, toys and treats to help shelter dogs feel cool,… Read Entire Story »
Keep Your Pets Safe on the 4th of July
July 2, 2020
Independence Day is an annual day of celebration, cookouts, and – yep that’s right – fireworks! While these holiday traditions are loads of fun, the noise from fireworks are terrifying for many animals. Dogs and cats are far more sensitive to sound than humans. Startled pets will run, dash through open doors, jump through windows… Read Entire Story »
How the CARES Act Benefits Donors to KHS
May 6, 2020
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security — the CARES Act — was signed into law on March 27, 2020. It provides $2 trillion in emergency economic aid with tax relief and cash payments for individuals and has provisions for donors who want to help organizations like Kitsap Humane Society. We checked in with KHS… Read Entire Story »
Make a Plan for Your Pets in Case You Get Sick
April 7, 2020
We know that many animal lovers in our community are worried about who will care for their pets if they become sick or need to be hospitalized. This is an ideal time to make a plan for your pets, whether the emergency is coronavirus infection or a natural disaster. Here are some valuable tips from… Read Entire Story »
Are You Ready for Chick Season?
March 3, 2020
Thinking about getting baby chicks? Sometimes hens turn out to be roosters! Many families in our community want to teach their children how to raise and care for baby chicks and gather eggs for breakfast. But like many backyard chicken farmers, you may be surprised to find that once the eggs hatch, you have more… Read Entire Story »
A Tax-Time Way to Help Kitsap Humane Society
February 27, 2020
If you are 70½ years old or older, you can help Kitsap Humane Society and receive tax benefits in return. You can give any amount up to $100,000 per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as ours without having to pay income taxes on the money. This popular gift option is… Read Entire Story »