The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is reducing adoption fees for dogs, cats, and small critters during the 10th annual nationwide campaign to Clear The Shelters in partnership with NBCUniversal and Telemundo. From Aug. 16-Sept. 5, adoption fees will be $50 for adult dogs (2 years and older), $25 for adult cats (six […]
National Nonprofit Petco Love Invests in Tacoma Animal Shelter to Save and Improve the Lives of Pets in Pierce County
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is set to receive a $90,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for animals in Pierce County. Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, […]
Tacoma Animal Shelter Seeks Community Support Through ‘Name Your Price’ Adoption Promotion
Following the Fourth of July holiday, a period that notoriously increases animal shelter intake, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is offering a ‘name your price’ adoption promotion for all pets in the shelter from July 17-21. Between July 1-15, the open-admission shelter took in 495 pets, a 12% increase from the same […]
One-Year-Old cat With Life-Threatening Postpartum Complications Receives Critical Care at Local Humane Society
On July 8, a 1-year-old female cat was brought to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County after being discovered by a community member near an apartment complex dumpster. The cat, now named Marzipan, was lethargic and unable to move, suffering from severe mastitis, a painful infection of the mammary glands that can lead […]
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County Connects Adoptable Cats With Loving Homes During PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is proud to partner with PetSmart Charities® to bring adoptable cats to PetSmart in Gig Harbor in support of PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week, taking place July 15-17, 2024 from 12-3 p.m. During the in-store events, the Humane […]
Tacoma Animal Shelter Cares for Dog Thrown From Moving Vehicle
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Between June 28-30, two weeks after the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County adopted out over 220 animals during a capacity crisis, the shelter welcomed 121 animals in need. Among them was Blaze, a dog who was thrown from a moving vehicle on SR-509 in […]
Petco Love Urges Pet Parents to Register Their Cats and Dogs on Love Lost Ahead of July 4th Holiday
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. National nonprofit Petco Love urges people who lose or find a pet to use Love Lost, its national lost and found pet database, to reunite those pets with the families that love them, including in Pierce County. More pets go missing July 4th than any other […]
Beat the Heat: Pet Safety Tips for Hot Weather
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. As our area experiences high temperatures and hot weather advisories, it’s essential to ensure our furry friends are safe and comfortable. Here are a few essential tips recommended by the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County to help keep your pets safe in the heat: […]
Pierce County Animal Shelter Launches Fundraiser for Mobile Veterinary Unit to Meet Growing Demand
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County announces the launch of a fundraising campaign to acquire a mobile veterinary unit, aimed at meeting the increasing demand for veterinary services within the community. This mobile veterinary unit will enable the shelter to provide essential veterinary care […]