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 […]
Local Humane Society Waives Adoption Fees as Shelter Exceeds Capacity Limit
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. In response to exceeding kennel capacity, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is waiving adoption fees for adult dogs, adult cats, and all critters from June 12-16. The shelter is currently caring for nearly 200 animals in its facility plus an additional 347 in […]
Unleash Your Pet’s Star Potential for a Good Cause
Submitted by Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County’s “Star Search Photo Contest” is open for pet photo submissions and voting through June 19. Pet photos can be entered into one of three categories: Dapper Dog, Fabulous Feline, or Classy Critter. Winners will be decided by popular […]