Help Save Lives Through Our Barn Cat Program

September 13, 2011

It wasn’t that long ago that feral or semi-feral cats would come into our shelter, and because they weren’t adoptable, they were euthanized. There were cats that came to us with behavior issues, such as not using their litter boxes consistently, and they were euthanized because they weren’t adoptable in to the average home. Good… Read Entire Story »

Geo-What during the ASCPA Challenge??

September 12, 2011

We know how to find homes for more animals than ever thanks to the ASPCA Challenge, but do you know how to find KHS? We have some fun info to share, and a promotion for free adoptions if you are interested in letting a friend know. We’re happy to announce one of the more creative… Read Entire Story »

The Cost of Compassion October 8th

How is everybody holding up during the ASPCA Challenge? It challenges each in unique ways to do our daily work and especially when things are busy. KHS was interviewed for an upcoming documentary: “Overexposed: The Cost of Compassion”, a new original documentary that explores the complexities of caring. Please join us for the premiere! Saturday… Read Entire Story »

On the Other Side of the World

There are millions of stray dogs in India, of which most reside in the already overcrowded cities. There is no known census of the population of stray dogs in India, though the 2003 report by APCRI, a group of professional scientists and experts, estimates that there were 22 million stray dogs in India in 2000…. Read Entire Story »

Check Out Patriot Pets, Feline Fridays

September 9, 2011

Kitsap Humane is introducing two new adoption specials: Patriot Pets and Feline Fridays. To show our appreciation to local military men, women and their families, KHS is offering 50% off any animal to all active duty/retired and their dependents with I.D. Special is good Sept. 11-30. Also new is Feline Fridays. Pay no adoption fees… Read Entire Story »

Visit Us at Homecoming Tomorrow!

The weather will be great and the lifesaving will be plenty! Join Kitsap Humane Society and the Peninsula Dog Fancier’s Club, Inc. tomorrow, Saturday, September 10 for Homecoming 2011 at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds. The event is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and will feature several rescue organizations with adoptable animals, dog demonstrations, agility courses, vendors, food… Read Entire Story »

Do Something…

September 8, 2011

“I am only one; but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; I will not refuse to do something I can do.”                                               – Helen Keller Animal welfare is the physical and psychological well being of animals. Here at the Kitsap Humane Society, we do our best each… Read Entire Story »

PetSmart Adoption Weekend Coming Up

September 7, 2011

Thousands of homeless pets spend their evenings alone in shelters awaiting their forever homes and the day an adopter will fall in love with them. It can be as simple as falling in love with a look, a brief interaction – within minutes of meeting them, a photo or sometimes you just know when you’ve… Read Entire Story »

We love you Rex!

“A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others.” – The Wizard of Oz Rex, a seven year old mixed breed canine, must have an amazing heart. He spends each and every day at the customer service desk looking for his forever home. He wags… Read Entire Story »

What does courage mean to you?

September 2, 2011

“Courage! What makes the flag on the mast to wave? Courage! What makes the elephant charge his tusk in the misty mist, or the dusky dusk? What makes the muskrat guard his musk? Courage!”                                       – The Cowardly Lion, “The Wizard Of Oz” Courage, bravery, fearlessness, love of family. Animals exhibit courage when they are… Read Entire Story »