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Any Home Can Be a Foster Home
May 4, 2022
Here at KHS, we believe that any home can be a foster home! In 2021, over 1,000 animals spent time in our foster homes and now we are working to continue increasing that number, “One of our biggest goals at KHS is to switch to a foster-centric model of sheltering, meaning that we have more… Read Entire Story »
Meet Puppuccino Pal Sponsor, ICON Salon
May 2, 2022
We are happy to introduce our May Puppuccino Pal Sponsor, ICON Salon located in Puyallup. This private hair studio specializes in blondes and custom colors and “provides an inclusive, welcoming space where your personal hair goals take priority while also prioritizing environmentally-conscious practices that protect the future of our community and planet,” according to Courtney,… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Sammy
Meet our sweet and snuggly friend, Sammy! Sammy is an affectionate 11-year-old cat who can’t wait to meet his forever family. This cuddle bug is a friend to everyone and would love nothing more than to chill out on your lap or relax on the couch beside you. Sammy is currently an honored guest in one… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Domino
April 26, 2022
When Domino came to Kitsap Humane Society as a stray, he was unsure and fearful. He cowered in the back of his kennel, not knowing where he was or who to trust. Since then, Domino has massively improved; making new friends, experiencing new things, and learning to trust new people. Over the past 4 months,… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Comet
April 19, 2022
Meet Comet! Comet is a fluffy 10-year-old male tuxedo kitty with sparkling green eyes. This gentle soul loves his quiet time and a warm place to curl up for a nap. Comet enjoys gentle pets and someone to keep him company while he enjoys his meals. This handsome senior gentleman can be a bit shy… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Betty Sue
April 11, 2022
Meet Betty Sue! This cuddly, playful, and well-mannered sweetheart is looking for a forever family! Her ideal family would take her on lots of adventures, help her learn more tricks (she already knows “sit”), and help her pick out her favorite toy! Betty Sue is dog social and may enjoy having a canine companion of… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Coach
April 6, 2022
Meet Coach! This 6-year-old pittie mix has a passion for chasing after tennis balls, exploring the great outdoors, and showing off his adorable puppy eyes. Coach has lots of energy that he looks forward to sharing with his future family by going for walks on the beach or hiking on one of the many PNW trails…. Read Entire Story »
Ways to Support KHS in April
April 5, 2022
This April, you can help second chances start at KHS for pets in need by supporting our various April events! Vote for Dr. Jennifer Stonequist as Petco Love’s National Unsung Hero! For the last eleven years, many of us have known Dr. Jennifer “Dr. Jen” Stonequist, our Director of Shelter Medicine, as a hero to… Read Entire Story »
Celebrating the Woman Behind the Founding of Kitsap Humane Society
March 29, 2022
With Women’s History Month coming to an end, we wanted to take a moment to pay homage to our compassionate and inspiring founder, Almeda Harris Wilson! Kitsap Humane Society was originally founded in 1908 as a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals by a group of local visionaries but when efforts stalled, Almeda… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week — Kit Kat
Meet Kit Kat! This handsome senior is just as sweet as his name. Kit Kat adores affection so much that he’ll drool for pets like treats. He’s very easy going, loves to cuddle & relax, and just needs to find the perfect home to give him a break. Kit Kat has been diagnosed with diabetes and… Read Entire Story »