KHS Recognized as “Community Member of the Year”

October 6, 2010

KHS was recognized for our dedicated service as a community member and partnership in improving the lives of citizens with disabilities. The recognition of “Community Member of the Year” was presented to KHS by CARES of Washington on October 4, 2010. KHS appreciates the collaboration with CARES and the wonderful individuals they bring to us… Read Entire Story »

PET OBESITY ISN’T A PET PROBLEM; IT’S A PEOPLE PROBLEM

People are busy so our pets suffer. We are working more, running from one place to the other, traveling, keeping up with the “other” kids, aging parents, and so much more in our schedules. While we are doing all this, our pets sit at home day after day laying around getting fat. Not everyone has… Read Entire Story »

Great Things Are Happening This Week at KHS!

October 5, 2010

KHS Volunteers Donate Dog Leashes to Law Enforcement.  From time to time Officers find themselves needing an Emergency Dog Leash to keep an animal safe while waiting for Pet Owners or Animal Control. Volunteers are visiting Police Departments this week to drop off Dog Leashes. By end of week most Law Enforcement Cars in our… Read Entire Story »

“Pulling: Stop the Madness” Kitsap Humane Society Offers Leash Skills Workshop

October 1, 2010

On Saturday October 9th attend a 2 hour “Pulling: Stop the Madness!” Leash workshop at Kitsap Humane Society from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in KHS’s Training Center. Individuals interested in learning proper leash handling techniques and training are welcome to attend. The workshop is presented by behaviorist Deana Case, one of KHS’s trainers. Cost… Read Entire Story »

Adoption Story: Akirah

September 17, 2010

There are so many amazing animals that walk through our doors each and every day. Every once in a while though, there is a truly special one that captures the hearts of staff and volunteers-Akirah is one of those dogs. Akirah is a gorgeous blue/grey American PitBull Terrier who ended up at the shelter as… Read Entire Story »

Petfinder Update

September 4, 2010

In efforts to better advertise our homeless pets and serve our potential adopters and community, we are in the initial phases of switching to a new software system. During this transition and through the earlier part of next week, our Petfinder photos will be temporarily unavailable until all data and photos are converted. Our system… Read Entire Story »

Sadly, We Got Mail

September 2, 2010

This morning, 3 tiny kittens were found left by somebody in our mailbox. The mailbox has no air holes, light, or insulation. Fortunately the young innocents survived, but were extremely shaken. We appreciated at least the step to ensure the Humane Society may help these animals, but now take the chance to remind all that… Read Entire Story »

THANK YOU PET MEDICAL CENTER!!

September 1, 2010

We deeply thank our community partner and humane heroes at Pet Medical Center Apple Tree Cove!! A Dog Wash fundraiser, held to enable KHS to accomplish its humane mission of charity, we hope you did not miss! Want to know more? Please check their newsletter at: http://kingstonvet.com/newsletter.php

Homecoming 9/11

HOMECOMING – ANNUAL PET ADOPTATHON & FESTIVAL (Sponsored by PetCo) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 10AM – 4PM KITSAP COUNTY FAIRGRUONDS Homecoming is an adoptathon and festival to help homeless animals find forever families and celebrate their Homecoming! The event is open to the public and people are encouraged to bring their own pets. Even if they… Read Entire Story »

Happy Birthday Pawsitive Alliance!

August 30, 2010

This wonderful organization turned 5 this summer! Please check their website at: http://www.pawsitivealliance.org/index.asp Tell them how much you love Kitsap and the support shared!