Pet of the Week – Astrid

February 21, 2017

Meet Astrid (Intake #59714). This beautiful little lady is about 5 years old with the prettiest-colored fur and striking yellow eyes. Astrid is feeling a little nervous in the shelter environment, but she is trying her hardest to be brave. She does enjoy attention, and seems to appreciate any soft pets you have to offer… Read Entire Story »

Action Alert: Two animal welfare bills need your support!

  Last week we asked for your help to get the Washington State Senate Law & Justice Committee to support a bill that would help reduce cruelty and neglect in our state- and it worked! SB 5356 has moved from that committee to the Rules Committee, along with another important animal welfare bill, SB 5094…. Read Entire Story »

Cabin Fever Tips for Your Pets!

February 17, 2017

Before the glorious PNW summer arrives, the weather can be less than hospitable for pets and their owners. Spending more time indoors, pets and people are both at risk of experiencing some “cabin fever” and owners may notice an uptick in behavior problems due to increased boredom and lack of outside time. Here are some… Read Entire Story »

Sending Valentines and Saving Lives!

February 16, 2017

The animals at Kitsap Humane Society are certainly feeling the love this February—and it’s all thanks to you!            From February 1 to February 14, animal lovers across Kitsap (and from all parts of the globe!) participated in our My Furry Valentine campaign. We are BLOWN AWAY by the results!   Over… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Nani

February 15, 2017

Meet Nani (Intake #54992), a super cute mini-mutt (likely pit-black lab) who is petite and glossy – like a little black seal! Nani is about 1 year old and has had a rough beginning in life so she is looking for a patient, loving forever home. Nani came to the shelter so shy she wouldn’t… Read Entire Story »

Action Alert: SB 5356 needs you!

February 13, 2017

Urgent Action Needed to help reduce cruelty and neglect of dogs in WA state! This Wednesday, February 15th, the Washington State Senate Law & Justice Committee will hold a hearing on a bill to create humane standards to address the tethering and chaining of dogs, SB 5356. The bill, which was developed with input from national… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Sassy

February 8, 2017

Hello, my name is Sassy (Intake #59395) and I’m a very sweet 2-year-old domestic medium hair mix. I arrived at KHS as a stray with a  litter of very young kittens. I  spent time in a foster home while my kittens grew up and my foster parents said I’m very sweet, playful and affectionate. At… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Ellie

February 1, 2017

Hello, my name is Ellie (Intake #60089) and I’m a gorgeous, 2-year-old petite white and brindle Whippet/Hound mix ready for a new home. I’m super cute and super sweet. I can be a little nervous in new situations and can take some time to adjust to new places and new friends, but once I’m comfortable… Read Entire Story »

Salem goes to prison!

January 30, 2017

Salem is going to prison… and he loves it! Salem is one of the hundreds of cats and kittens who is going to prison for much needed foster care, thanks to Kitsap Humane Society’s “Pawsitive Prison Program” in partnership with the Mission Creek Women’s Correctional Center in Belfair. Salem arrived at KHS in December with a… Read Entire Story »

KHS provides a helping hand

January 27, 2017

On Wednesday, January 25th Kitsap Humane Society staff were at the Salvation Army in Bremerton, supporting pets in need. The event, called “Project Connect” is an annual social service fair organized by the Kitsap Continuum of Care Coalition that brings together social service and other agencies from around the county to provide “one stop shopping”… Read Entire Story »