Introducing the American Shelter Dog

April 14, 2011

In animal shelters across the United States, the majority of dogs are mixed breeds of unknown origin. It is a common practice for staff to guess a dog’s breed based on appearance and the “best guess” is used to identify the dog. Once identified as a breed, adopters may have false behavioral expectations associated with… Read Entire Story »

Zappa is our Pet of the Week!

April 13, 2011

Hi my name is Zappa (Intake #9100) and I am searching for a new place to call home. I have lived nine great years, so I’m a bit set in my ways and am looking for a home to retire in. I would prefer to be the only pet in a quiet household because I… Read Entire Story »

Please keep voting for KHS!

April 9, 2011

Thanks to everyone for supporting us. You can vote every day until April 15. Please help us go to the ASPCA $100k Challenge. www.votetosavelives.org http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViF_B1jL9Gw

Would you recognize animal cruelty?

April 8, 2011

Cruelty to animals is illegal in all 50 states and considered a felony in 44 of them, including Washington state. In Washington state, animal cruelty in the first degree is considered a Class C felony. The month of April is designated as Animal Cruelty Prevention Month. Click here to view how states vary in fines and crimes and to see… Read Entire Story »

Hass is our Pet of the Week!

April 6, 2011

Hello, my name is Hass (Intake #8992) and I am searching for a new home with lots of love and attention. I’m a good looking Labrador Retriever/Pit bull Terrier mix and I love to be with people, going for walks, playing and just hanging outside in general. I love to play with other dogs and… Read Entire Story »

Thanks for your votes! Keep them coming!

April 5, 2011

WOW! Thanks for all of the response our community and abroad has given Kitsap Humane Society. I saw tons of reposts and retweets urging friends, family and co-workers to vote for our shelter. We received 464 votes and are in 19th place. Your support is very humbling and we are just getting started! You can… Read Entire Story »

Voting for the ASPCA $100K Challenge is on now

April 4, 2011

We need you to VOTE, VOTE, VOTE everyday starting today until April 15 to help KHS stay in the running for this year’s ASPCA $100K Challenge.    The top 50 shelters with the most votes will win the coveted contestant slots for this year’s Save More Lives Challenge. For the second year in a row, the… Read Entire Story »

KHS on Feral Cats

April 1, 2011

From our Director of Animal Welfare: KHS does not adopt out domestic cats to barns, only feral or unsocialized cats. Trap Neuter Return and Barn Cat programs are common practices in many animal welfare organizations and communities around the country. Included are some of the most progressive animal welfare shelters to save the lives of the great number… Read Entire Story »

April Cat Adoption Specials!

April Cat Adoption Specials are here! 2 for 1 special on all adult cats (2 years of age or older). Total for both cats is $30. Blackjack Special: All adult black cats (2 years of age or older) are $21 each. Promotions are good April 1-30, 2011.

Fritz is our Pet of the Week

March 30, 2011

Hi my name is Fritz (Intake #7071) and I’m looking for a new place to call home. I love to go for walks and do very well on a leash. I am very curious and love to sniff and explore everything. I take a while to warm up to new people, but once I do,… Read Entire Story »