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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 »

Newborn Kitten Alert!

April 4, 2019

If you hear little “mews” and see a huddle of tiny kittens all alone under a porch, in a barn, or in a garden, don’t assume they’ve been abandoned by their mother. In most cases, she’s out getting a bite to eat and will return home shortly to care for her nursing brood, or she’s… Read Entire Story »

It’s a Pints for Pets Month-Long Pup Crawl!

March 5, 2019

We are launching our second annual month-long Pints for Pets Pup Crawl! As many of you know, our Pints for Pets events take place once a month at breweries across Kitsap County. We are joining some of our favorite brewery partners to hold the second annual month-long Pup Crawl! This event can be done completely… Read Entire Story »

My Furry Valentine results!

You showed them the love … Thanks to you, My Furry Valentine was awesome! From Feb. 1 to Feb. 14, animal Lovers across Kitsap (and from all parts of the world!) participated in our 3rd Annual My Furry Valentine Campaign presented by Earth Animal. We can’t believe the results! Over 220 valentines were sent to… Read Entire Story »

300 Rabbits Rescued

March 1, 2019

Kitsap Humane Society has admitted more than 200 of the estimated 300 rabbits coming to the shelter as part of an unprecedented rescue from an overcrowded home in Poulsbo. Most of the bunnies are in good health and are remarkably social and adoptable. About 45 of bunnies  admitted so far require specialized veterinary care, such… Read Entire Story »

Winter Pet Safety Tips

February 11, 2019

Keep Pets Safe in Cold Weather Snow and cold temperatures are expected all week, so here are some cold weather tips to help you and your pets weather the storm. Cats and dogs should stay inside It’s a common belief that dogs and cats are resistant than people to cold weather because of their fur,… Read Entire Story »