In response to exceeding dog kennel capacity, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is waiving adoption fees for all dogs Nov. 14-17. The shelter is currently caring for nearly 130 dogs on-site, plus nearly 70 in foster homes. “We are in crisis mode,” said Leslie Dalzell, Chief Executive Officer at the Humane Society […]
Husky with a Dracula-Like Widow’s Peak at Tacoma Shelter Needs Life-Changing Surgery This Spooky Season
Charlie, a one-year-old husky, arrived at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County after he was hit by a car. X-rays revealed a fractured hip and a suspected second fracture in his other hip. His painful injuries will require at least one surgery—likely two—estimated to cost around $10,000. You can help Charlie receive specialized […]
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County Hosts Fifth Annual Online Auction
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting its fifth annual Raise Your Paw Online Auction Oct. 23–Nov. 1. The event benefits thousands of homeless, neglected, and abandoned pets. Among the over 70 auction items are a wine weekend in Walla Walla, an El Gaucho fine dining experience, and a K9 training experience […]
‘Name Your Price’ Dog Adoption Fees During Block(head) Party at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
In honor of Pit Bull Awareness Day, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is throwing a Block(head) Party! From October 25-27, you can name your price on adoption fees for ALL dogs 6 months and older!* There are currently over 100 dogs in the shelter, and even more in foster homes. Your perfect […]
Tricks and Treats – Family Craft Night at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
Monday, October 21st, from 4-6 p.m. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA 98409 Join the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County for a spook-tacular craft event open to kids and families of all ages, where children and adults alike can lend a helping hand to animals in need. […]
Tacoma Humane Society Offers 50% Off Pet Adoption Fees in Partnership With Tacoma Subaru
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is partnering with Tacoma Subaru to host the “Fall in Love” adoption event from Oct. 11-13. Made possible by a grant distributed by the ASPCA and Subaru of America, the shelter will be offering 50% off adoption fees for all animals throughout the event. During the “Fall […]
Tacoma Humane Society to Host Pop-Up Cat Foster Event Following 100-Cat Intake
Following the arrival of 100 cats from a vacated, waste-filled apartment in Federal Way, the already overcapacity animal shelter is reaching out to the community to help foster cats and create lifesaving space for more animals in need. On Monday, October 7, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting a pop-up cat […]
Around 100 Cats Removed From Biohazardous Apartment Overwhelm Tacoma Animal Shelter
An estimated 100 cats are being confiscated from a property by Federal Way Animal Control and transported to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. So far, over 60 have already arrived. The vacated property—a two-bedroom, one-bathroom, second-floor apartment unit—was found with inches of excrement covering the floors, no area untouched by cat feces […]
Pet Vaccine and Wellness Clinic at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is hosting it’s next monthly Vaccine and Wellness Clinic on Saturday, Sept. 28. In partnership with Petco Love, the shelter provides no-cost (while supplies last) and low-cost vaccines, parasite preventatives, and microchips to income-qualifying community members. The clinic operates by appointment only between 9 a.m. and 12 […]