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$60,000 raised at PetsWALK 2019!
June 26, 2019
This year’s 26th annual PetsWALK presented by Poulsbo Animal Clinic was a blast – Thanks to YOU! Your fun, enthusiastic energy brightened up the cloudy overcast day and made PetsWALK the place to be this past Saturday, June 22. After running, walking and crawling their way down to Poulsbo’s Waterfront Park, hands swung up in… Read Entire Story »
4th of July Pet Tips
June 20, 2019
Independence Day is an annual day of celebration, cookouts, parades and – yep that’s right- fireworks! While these holiday traditions are loads of fun, the noise and commotion from parades, crowded gatherings and fireworks are terrifying for many animals. Dogs and cats are far more sensitive to sound than humans. Startled pets will run, dash… Read Entire Story »
10 Ways to Fundraise for PetsWALK!
May 24, 2019
PetsWALK is coming up soon, and if you’ve registered – you’re likely working on trying to meet your fundraising goal. Some of our annual top fundraisers came up with 10 ideas for how you can fundraise for this year’s PetsWALK event – so that you can meet your goal, win awesome prizes, and help even… Read Entire Story »
Kickin’ It With K9s
May 21, 2019
Kitsap Humane Society is letting the dogs out – into the community, that is – starting Sunday, May 26! It’s all part of a new program called Kickin’ it with K9s. Kitsap Humane Society is inviting community members to take shelter dogs on outings to the park, to the beach, and other dog-friendly destinations around… Read Entire Story »
Kitsap Wine Festival Tickets On Sale Now!
May 15, 2019
Imagine sipping a glass of fine wine and enjoying tasty bites as you stroll along gorgeous Bremerton Harborside Fountain Park – all to support a cause dedicated to providing lifesaving services for animals in need. This is your chance – tickets for this year’s Kitsap Wine Festival are on sale NOW! This year’s festival is… Read Entire Story »
Introducing Canine U!
May 1, 2019
A Fun University for KHS Dogs! Animal shelters can be stressful environments for dogs. With that in mind, Kitsap Humane Society’s behavior staff developed a “Canine U” program that provides positive, science-based behavior and training support for dogs during their stay with us, and beyond into their forever homes! This program provides individual curriculum for… Read Entire Story »
Register Now for PetsWALK!
April 26, 2019
PetsWALK 2019 is June 22! Kitsap Humane Society’s PetsWALK presented by Poulsbo Animal Clinic is June 22 — just two months away — and registration for this festive outdoor fundraising event is open now! More than 400 participants are expected to leash up their pets to participate in this year’s annual 5K charity walk/run in… Read Entire Story »
A Great Give Thank You!
April 24, 2019
Thank you, Kitsap, for your generous support for the animals in our care during Kitsap Great Give! With your support, $73,622 was raised to help KHS care for the homeless puppies, kittens and injured pets who come through our doors at this time of year. Our Kitsap community is compassionate and generous when it comes… Read Entire Story »
Pet of the Week – Charlie
April 23, 2019
Meet Charlie (84239)! He is a handsome 10-year-old Border Collie/Hound mix with a love for adventure. Charlie is an active boy who loves going on long walks and hikes! He has good leash skills and cannot wait to hit the trails! Charlie is a smart boy who is treat-motivated and cannot wait to learn fun… Read Entire Story »
New Dog Play Yard Opens!
April 11, 2019
A shelter dog named Vander sniffed the fresh spring air and then did an enthusiastic round of zoomies for delighted guests during the debut Tuesday of a new, 4,000-square-foot shelter Dog Play Yard at Kitsap Humane Society. The Cody Allyn, David Ferguson and Pat and Bob Barbarita Dog Play Yard at Kitsap Humane Society was… Read Entire Story »