OHS Summer 2022 Magazine

SUMMER 2022
HIKING WITH TYLER
Shelter Pets Hit the Trails
NEW ROAD AHEAD
EXPANSION
The Race to the Finish
Meet Luna,
OHS alumni
fron 2018!
THE PACK WAS BACK
Doggie Dash Wrap-up
MERGER WITH WILLAMETTE HUMANE SOCIETY
Expanding Services for Pets & People Across Oregon

Contents
SUMMER 2022 | Vol. 51 | No. 2
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
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OHS News The Rachael Ray Foundation awards
grant to support veterinary services; OHS volunteers
honored; young artists highlight shelter pets; caring for
pets and people in Warm Springs.
New Road Ahead The latest on the expansion
project; Congressman Blumenauer visits the construction site.
Lifesaving Work in Action The race to save
King Kong the cat; a dramatic turnaround for a shy dog
named Brie.
Merger with Willamette Humane Society
A look at the history of Willamette Humane Society and our
vision for the future.
Hiking with Tyler Shelter dogs hit the trails with
OHS animal care technician Tyler Jeffe; tips to keep your
dog safe this summer.
Event Round Up Celebrating the return of
Doggie Dash to Waterfront Park; Strut to help pets in Salem.
Tribute Gifts The gift that gives back to shelter animals.
Happy Tails Two cats become best friends thanks
to OHS’ Behavior Modification Program; Rowan finds his
place; Luna goes from sprinkler eater to cover model.
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organization. OHS is an Oregon-based nonprofit that relies
on donor support for its adoption, education, medical and
humane law enforcement programs.
Oregon Humane Society Magazine is published quarterly.
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EDITOR Laura Klink • (503) 416-2985
laurak@oregonhumane.org
EDITORIAL ASSISTANTS Sarah Bradham, Kelsey O’Lea
Goodwick, Becca Ball, Katie Hamlin, Katie Hovde,
Alex Laskowski
GRAPHIC DESIGN Todd Saucier, Sheri Thompson,
Lydia Wojack-West
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Marveita Redding,* Chair
City of Portland, Bureau of
Environmental Services
David H. Angeli, Vice-Chair
Angeli Law Group
Dr. John E. Gustavsson, Secretary
Radiology Consultants, Inc
Steven L. Gish, Treasurer
BPM Real Estate Group
Harvey N. Black Jr.*
Retired, Mediation Services
Steve D. Bloom
Portland Japanese Garden
Reginald R. Eklund*
Retired, NACCO Materials Handling
Group, Inc.
Lindsay W. Ford
Sprout Tours
John C. Gomez*
Key Bank
Marc F. Grignon
Retired, NW Equity Holdings, Inc.
Dave S. Hansen, Immediate
Past Chair
Columbia State Bank
Peter A. Jensen
Internal Revenue Service
Gordon Keane
Digital Vision, Inc.
Lynn D. Loacker
Community Volunteer
Robert E. Mack, DVM, DACVIM
VCA Northwest
Veterinary Specialists
Elizabeth J. Mehren
Journalist and Author
Betty B. Norrie*
Retired, Program Director,
NCAA Foundation
Diane Rosenbaum
Former Oregon State Senator &
Majority Leader
April Sanderson
Wealth Management Executive
Mary K. Slayton
Retired, Nike, Inc.
Carolyn M. Vogt
Pine Hill Legal LLC
Nancy Tonkin-Zoucha
Tonkin Family of Dealerships
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Direct Line
from Sharon Harmon, President and CEO
As this magazine goes to print, we will be days away from a tremendous moment in
Oregon Humane Society’s 154-year-history. On July 1, 2022, Willamette Humane Society
(WHS) will officially be part of OHS. This vital milestone will mark a new chapter for pets
and people in the Willamette Valley and beyond.
As one unified organization, we will have the opportunity to build on the successes at both
locations. We will continue to learn from each other and find new ways to help even more
animals and the people who care for them.
Long before we decided to take the steps to merge our organizations, OHS and WHS
have been frequent collaborators. On pages 10–11, see how our shared approach to animal
welfare has shaped WHS and helped pets in many circumstances. Most recently, staff
at WHS and OHS worked together to save the life of a beloved cat named King Kong
who received the emergency care he needed and is now in a loving home. You will find
King Kong’s story on page 9.
One of the things that most excites me about this merger is the proximity to our State Capitol.
OHS has been the driving force behind some of the strongest animal welfare laws in
the country. With our new Salem campus, we are poised to do even more heading into
the next legislative session in February 2023. At the top of my list is making sure we have
permanent funding for a prosecutor specializing in animal abuse and neglect. Oregon has
been fortunate to have a skilled district attorney in this position for many years, but the funding
has come from grants which can be unpredictable.
The merger with WHS will also bring new members to our board of directors. I am looking
forward to their fresh perspective and collaboration as we continue to build our
future, together.
The work at OHS’ main campus is entering a new phase as the construction of the New
Road Ahead buildings nears completion. I am so grateful to our construction partner, Lease
Crutcher Lewis, who has worked tirelessly to keep this project on track while facing supplychain
issues, unpredictable weather and the ups and downs of the pandemic.
Congressman Earl Blumenauer recently visited and was eager to learn about our focus on
keeping pets and people together. The work that will take place in these new buildings is
becoming more tangible as we welcome key leaders who will make these services possible.
Meet them and read why they have chosen to work at the new Community Veterinary
Hospital on page 7.
It is an exciting time for the Oregon Humane Society, and we never take for granted donors
like you who support our work. My commitment to you is that we will continue to be transparent
about our work, judicious with our finances and compassionate in our approach.
You have made this journey possible, and I am eager to move with you into this new chapter
of a More Humane Society.
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
Planned Giving Remembering Birmie.
With gratitude,
Sharon M. Harmon, CAWA
President and CEO
2 ON THE COVER: Luna arrived at OHS from a shelter in Klamath
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Falls in 2018. Read more about her story on page 18.

OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY NEWS
Top Volunteers Honored
OHS volunteers were honored during a special awards celebration on June 5.
This year’s event had special meaning as it was the first in-person gathering
since 2019.
“We have been looking forward to this celebration for more than two years,” says
Jennifer Barta, OHS Associate Director of Volunteer Resources. “OHS volunteers
are the backbone of our organization, and we simply could not provide the level
of care for the animals that we do without them.”
Jennifer Watson was honored with the Legendary Leadership Awards for her work
as an animal care assistant in the cattery. Her specialties areworking with shy cats,
teaching feline enrichment and mentoring new volunteers. She also serves as a
Cattery Anchor leading other volunteers during her shift.
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Kallie Thomas was named Volunteer of the Year. Her work includes giving shelter
tours to clients, assisting with adoptions, working with the media to highlight pets
for adoption and walking dogs as a member of a weekly dog-walking team.
The Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Debbie Chin in recognition of her 21
OHS volunteer Debbie Chin
years of service to OHS. She has been a co-anchor on the Tuesday evening dogwalking
team since 2008 and has worked with dogs in the Behavior Modification Program. She has a great passion, love
and understanding of the dogs she works with week after week.
See the complete list of award winners at oregonhumane.org/2022volunteerawards.
OHS Receives Grant from Rachael Ray Foundation
OHS has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the Rachael
Ray Foundation to support OHS’ medical services, including
the Community Veterinary Hospital. This is the fourth time OHS
has received a grant from The Rachael Ray Foundation. The
first grant of $150,000, received in 2019, supported the creation
of two Rachael Ray Nutrish ® Shelter
Medicine Residents.
The Community Veterinary Hospital is a part of the New Road
Ahead expansion project at OHS and will provide affordable
veterinary services.
“Our goal is to keep pets and people together by providing
veterinary services to owners who may be facing a financial
hardship,” says Dr. Stephen Kochis, OHS Chief Medical Officer.
“No one should have to give up a beloved pet because the cost
of medical care is out of reach. This grant from the Rachael Ray
Foundation will make a big difference for the pets and people
of this community.”
The Rachael Ray Foundation was launched in 2016 and is a
private foundation fully funded by the proceeds from the sale of
Rachael Ray Nutrish ® . The Rachael Ray Foundation funds
organizations across the country that work to improve the lives
of shelter animals and other animals in need.
Local Students Create Art to Promote Shelter Pets
When teacher Jamie Reddy saw a story in the news about students
drawing posters to help shelter pets get adopted, she was inspired.
She reached out to OHS’ Humane Education team to see if any
pets needed some extra promotion.
The animal care staff at OHS put together a list of pets who needed
a boost, including Lola. This little terrier has been waiting since October
for the right home. She’d survived life on the streets of New
Orleans during Hurricane Ida but was struggling to find a family
who could care for her special medical and behavioral needs.
Jamie’s third grade class at Centennial School District was eager to
put their artistic skills to work and created a special poster to help
promote Lola. They also created artwork to encourage pet adoption
and promote kindness and compassion.
“Children share a special bond with animals, and you can see that
love and compassion in this artwork,” says Katie Weinstein, OHS
Humane Education Manager. “We are so honored that Jamie’s
class reached out to OHS for this special project.”
The artwork is proudly displayed at OHS including Lola’s poster
which will go home with her adopter as a keepsake.
OHS Hosts Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinics for Pets in Warm Springs
OHS teamed up with Fences for Fido and Warm Springs Fire & Rescue to help support Warm Springs families and their pets.
So far this year, a spay/neuter clinic and two wellness clinics have been hosted on the Reservation in addition to providing s
upplies for a monthly pet food bank.
“We're so grateful to be involved in bringing needed services to Warm Springs.” says Ali Peterson, Fences for Fido's Vet Care Coordinator.
“Fences for Fido started working with the Warm Springs community in 2014. Since then, 500 dogs have received free fences
and dog houses, and our partnership with the community and other nonprofits has grown exponentially."
The Warm Springs Fire Station hosted wellness clinics in February and June. Pet owners had the opportunity to meet with a veterinarian
while their pets received vaccinations and an exam where any medical concerns were addressed.
In mid-March, the team from OHS and Fences for Fido worked together to help address the free-roaming dog population in the community.
Together, the two organizations converted the fire station into a surgical center and performed 27 spay/neuter surgeries while
another 75 pets received wellness services at a building next door.
“We are so grateful to partner with Fences for Fido to provide much-needed services to the people and pets of Warm Springs,” says
Stephanie Kittrell, OHS Community Veterinary Hospital Administrator and coordinator of the clinics. “Our commitment to this community
is ongoing, and we look forward to doing more in the future.”
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OHS COMMUNITY VETERINARY HOSPITAL
STRENGTHENING THE BOND BETWEEN PEOPLE AND PETS
THE COMMUNITY VETERINARY HOSPITAL (CVH) IS OPENING IN LESS THAN SIX MONTHS AND WILL BE TRANSFORMATIONAL FOR PETS AND PEOPLE.
PET OWNERS WHO HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO AFFORD CARE FOR THEIR BELOVED FAMILY MEMBERS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO WELLNESS AND DENTAL SERVICES,
SURGERY, AND SPECIALTY CARE ON A SLIDING SCALE.
WHILE THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BUILDING IS IN ITS FINAL PHASE, THE HIRING OF THE TEAM TO CARE FOR CLIENTS AND THEIR PETS IS RAMPING UP.
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OUR JOURNEY DOWN THE NEW
ROAD AHEAD IS NEARLY COM-
PLETE! WHILE WE STILL HAVE MORE
WORK AHEAD OF US, WE AN-
TICIPATE OPENING THE BEHAVIOR
AND RESCUE CENTER IN AUGUST
2022, FOLLOWED CLOSELY BY
THE COMMUNITY VETERINARY
HOSPITAL IN OCTOBER 2022.
Now that the exterior walls are up, we
shift our focus to the interiors of the
new buildings. In the hospital, all the
drywall is hung and painted, and we
are moving on to sanding and polishing
the concrete floors that fuzzy little
paws will walk on when they come in
for their appointments.
This campaign is addressing the most
pressing challenges vulnerable animals
face. The final step toward growing
these programs—and growing your
impact—is finishing the expansion of
our campus.
Will you help us create a safe haven
for vulnerable animals? Thanks to the
generosity of an anonymous donor,
your New Road Ahead campaign gift
will be matched up to $200,000 if
you give before Dec. 31, 2022.
We have a long track record of success,
and our lifesaving work is only
possible because of you. Your investment
will create a safer and healthier
Oregon for animals in need.
Help us cross the finish line by donating
by Dec. 31. To put your gift to work
even faster, donate online at
oregonhumane.org/BuildtheFuture.
Dr. Rachel Warnes was hired as the first veterinarian for
the CVH. She comes to OHS from Animal Care Centers of
New York City where she was the lead veterinarian. After
several years of working in shelter medicine, Dr. Warnes is
looking forward to blazing a new trail with the CVH and
providing pet owners with a service that does not
currently exist.
What excites you about the CVH and what will the
impact be for the community?
Dr. Warnes: I am most excited to be a part of something
new to the community that will reach families and their pets
in a way that isn’t currently readily available. Opening a
hospital has its challenges and I am excited to be on the
front lines. I have a lot of energetic positivity to pour into this
project. We will be able to provide resources to those who
otherwise may not have access, and there’s nothing more
you could ask for in a job than that. When I see a dog
walking out of the hospital with their owner, tail wagging
and feeling great, I know I can go home happy.
What impact do you see the CVH having on the field of
animal welfare?
Dr. Warnes: Shelter medicine has always been my passion—it’s
why I went to vet school. The CVH will allow us
to keep people with their pets, which is the future of shelter
medicine. I worked in community medicine in NYC and I
love forming relationships with people and their pets.
Meet Stephanie Kittrell,
Community Veterinary Hospital Administrator
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Congressman Earl Blumenauer
Tours Expansion Project
On a rainy April day, Congressman
Earl Blumenauer visited the New Road
Ahead construction site to tour the work
in progress. Project managers shared
how the new Community Veterinary
Hospital will help keep families together
by providing subsidized, accessible
care. The Animal Crimes Forensic
Center will be the first facility of its kind
on the West Coast to specialize in evidence
analysis for animal cruelty and
neglect cases. And the Behavior and
Rescue Center will give traumatized
animals a place to heal and provide
essential space during
disaster responses.
After his tour, Blumenauer met with
OHS staff members and thanked them
for their work to make this
expansion possible.
“Our community will take pride in this
project,” he said. “It is happening at
just the right time.”
Stephanie Kittrell and her dog Leo,
adopted from OHS back in 2012
Stephanie has had a passion for animals her
entire life. Even as a child learning to crawl,
she always had an animal in tow. When
she started at OHS in 2008 as an Animal
Care Technician, it was a natural fit
and she quickly advanced through
the organization. As Adoption
Outreach Coordinator, Stephanie
launched two new programs,
the Cat Adoption Program
and the Westside Adoption
Program, and helped 240
pets find home every
year. Then as Community
Relations Manager,
Stephanie coordinated
hundreds of OHS’
special events, including
spearheading the 150th
anniversary celebration in 2018.
In 2021, Stephanie joined the OHS medical
team as the Project Manager for the Community
Veterinary Hospital and has now
assumed the role of Hospital Administrator.
Stephanie exudes everything that is integral
to OHS— loving animals and creating a
More Humane Society. That’s why she is the
perfect person to lead the new Community
Veterinary Hospital. “I am most excited
about being able to provide our community
with increased access to veterinary care so
that we can help pets and people in need,”
Stephanie says.
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for the Community Veterinary Hospital at
oregonhumane.org/care.
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BRIE’S TRANSFORMATION
BRIE ARRIVED AT OHS CURLED UP IN HER CRATE,
SHAKING AND WITHDRAWN. THE HAIR ON HER
FACE WAS PATCHY, AND HER EXPRESSION HINTED
AT THE PAIN SHE WAS FEELING.
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A good Samaritan in Warm Springs rescued Brie as a sick
puppy. She cared for Brie the best she could, but it was
clear that in addition to her skin issue, Brie had suffered an
injury to her leg and would need extensive medical care.
The good Samaritan contacted Fences for Fido for help.
Fences for Fido has been building fences and hosting pet
food banks in Warm Springs for several years and recently
began partnering with OHS to host wellness and spay/neuter
clinics in Warm Springs.
Brie was transferred to OHS to receive medication and special
baths for her skin and X-rays to diagnose her malformed
leg. It turned out it was an old injury that healed and did
not need surgery.
After all she had been through to cause her overwhelming
fear and stress, it was clear that she would also need specialized
behavior help before she was ready for adoption.
She entered OHS’ Behavior Modification Program (BMod),
and her transformation began. Within weeks, Brie went from
a terrified puppy to a happy, joyous dog.
After Brie graduated from the BMod program, she quickly
found a home with a committed family and canine friend.
Her adopters report that she has “settled in wonderfully.”
SHEILA FINDS HER CALM
LIKE MANY OF OUR NEW ANIMALS, WE DIDN’T
KNOW MUCH ABOUT SHEILA’S HISTORY BEFORE
SHE ARRIVED AT OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY FROM
A SHELTER IN NEW MEXICO. ALL WE KNEW FOR
SURE WAS THAT SHE HAD A SMILE THAT COULD
MELT YOUR HEART!
We soon discovered that Sheila was very reactive in the
shelter environment. The noises and smells of other animals
and people walking were overstimulating for Sheila, and
she would bark, lunge and jump in her kennel. She needed
to learn how to channel her energy in productive ways and
how to settle and do nothing.
“Please Save Me”
KING KONG, A YOUNG TABBY
CAT, ARRIVED AT WILLAMETTE
HUMANE SOCIETY WITH A
DESPERATE PLEA TO SAVE HIS LIFE.
Left on the doorstep of the Willamette
Humane Society (WHS) in Salem with
a note attached to his carrier, King
Kong had a life-threatening urinary
tract blockage and needed urgent
medical intervention.
The note made clear that King Kong
was loved by his previous family, but
they simply could not afford the cost
of getting him the help he needed.
“I haven’t peed in 24hrs, I need help,
but my parents couldn’t afford my vet
bills,” the note read. “Please save
me, I am such a good kitty. Please
save me!”
OHS veterinarian Dr. Steffi Hornback
was at Willamette Humane Society
assisting their medical team when
King Kong came in. She performed
the life-saving medical procedure,
unblocking his bladder and stabilizing
him for the night. The next day, a dedicated
volunteer from WHS brought
the 2-year-old blue tabby to OHS for
further observation and recovery.
King Kong was diagnosed with Feline
Idiopathic Cystitis, FIC, which can
cause a blockage of the urinary tract
and, if left untreated, can be painful
and fatal in less than 24 hours. Cats
with FIC often need emergency medical
intervention in the form of medication
and/or surgery. While FIC is
relatively common among companion
cats, particularly in males, treatment
and management of the disease
can be expensive since it can recur
multiple times over the cat’s lifetime,
and the onset of the disease can be
sudden and unpredictable.
After spending a few weeks in the
care of OHS medical staff, King Kong
was healthy and ready to begin his
journey of finding a forever home. He
found a loving home a few days later
with an adopter who understood his
special needs.
ABOUT FIC
Change can be hard for everyone—
and cats are no exception. Their stoic
nature may hide stress that manifests
in a number of physical symptoms
collectively known as Feline Idiopathic
Cystitis, or FIC.
FIC is an umbrella term for a collection
of clinical signs that your cat may
exhibit such as straining to urinate,
blood in urine, urinating in inappropriate
places such as on your bed or on
carpet, licking at the urinary opening,
and in severe cases, signs of
urethral blockage.
The underlying problem that leads
to FIC is stress. The stress leads to
changes in the brain and the bladder
that causes the bladder to be painful
and become inflamed.
However, not all cats who show signs
of FIC will show signs of urethral
blockage. With good management
of stress, along with changes in diet,
water intake, and weight management,
your kitty can live a normal and
happy life without ever
becoming blocked.
THE ROLE OF
THE COMMUNITY
VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Managing chronic medical conditions
can be one of the most difficult, and
often the most expensive, challenges
for pet owners. OHS’ Community Veterinary
Hospital will offer subsidized
services, providing pets and people
more resources to be able to
stay together.
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So, the team got to work teaching Sheila the skills she
needed to learn! Sheila worked hard on her reactivity and
her overstimulation when meeting new people. Sheila also
joined the OHS running team, which became one of her
favorite ways to channel her energy.
The behaviors that Shelia and the Behavior Modification
team worked so hard on are not uncommon. Many dogs
get stressed in the standard shelter environment and often
improve when they are in a more calm, relaxing place.
After more than a year with the Behavior Modification team,
Sheila was adopted! Everyone’s hard work had paid off—
she was finally going home, and we could not have
been happier.
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Dogs like Brie and Sheila are the inspiration behind the Behavior
and Rescue Center—part of the New Road Ahead
Project. This purpose-built space offers animals in need of
behavioral support a peaceful, home-like environment to get
ready for adoption.
You can help pets like Brie and Sheila get the behavior help
they need when you donate to OHS.
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OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
A NEW CHAPTER IN ANIMAL WELFARE
In March 2022, Willamette Humane Society (WHS) in
Salem and OHS announced plans to merge, creating one
organization—Oregon Humane Society—in two locations.
The merger will be finalized on July 1, with full integration
taking 18–24 months.
The decision to merge WHS into OHS was based on years
of thorough analysis and discussions among executive leadership,
with approval by both boards. This model is an emerging
best practice in animal welfare that is being implemented
by several prominent organizations around the country, including
San Diego Humane Society, Wisconsin Humane Society,
the Humane Rescue Alliance and the Washington
Humane Society.
Staff at both campuses are committed to meeting the
communities’ evolving needs. Our staff and volunteers are
eager to share knowledge and resources across county
lines. Together, we will have a greater impact on the
communities we serve and create a More Humane Society.
While OHS and WHS have their own unique histories, our
shared philosophy and approach to animal welfare has
created a strong foundation to build a new,
integrated organization.
1984 1993 1994 2002
The first Dog Jog is
held at Minto Brown
Park. The event
would later
be rebranded
WillaMutt Strut.
Save the Felines – a
program that spays/
neuters owned cats
at a reduced rate –
begins and serves
more than 400 pets
during the first year.
WHS breaks ground
on a new $1.5
million shelter
Behavior and training
classes for the public
are offered on-site
at WHS.
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Name officially
changes to Willamette
Humane Society.
2005
Plans for a new
building providing
spay/neuter services
are announced. Doors
open to the shelter and
the public in 2010.
Marion Polk
Community Cat
Program forms to
spay/neuter stray
cats through Trap
Neuter Return (TNR).
2008 2014
WHS successfully
saves more than 90
percent of dogs and
70 percent of cats
that come into the
shelter. By 2021, the
combined save rate
for cats and dogs is
94 percent.
2015
Willamette Humane
Society announces
plans to merge
into Oregon
Humane Society.
2022
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Eleven people,
including Jessie Bush
Michelson, Jeanne
Beardsley, and
Vivian Carr, join
together to establish
the Marion County
Humane Society.
Marion County
Humane Society
becomes Humane
Society of
Willamette Valley.
The Humane Society
Thrift Store opens in
downtown Salem on
Cottage and Union
Streets. The thrift
store is still open
today but moved in
2001 to its current
location at 548
High Street.
Phase 2 of the shelter
expansion begins,
doubling capacity.
Humane Society of
the Willamette
Valley marks
184,000 animals
helped since
its founding.
1965 1967 1968 1969 1980
A HISTORY OF COLLABORATION
OHS and WHS have a long history of working together,
especially on animal abuse or neglect cases when extensive
medical care or veterinary forensic expertise
is needed.
2013
Inside a nondescript warehouse in Brooks, Oregon, close to
150 dogs were suffering in one of the state’s worst cases of
animal neglect. Willamette Animal Rescue was operating a socalled
rescue when a search warrant was served following reports
from concerned citizens. The dogs inside the warehouse
were extremely underweight, living in small crates stacked on
top of each other, and all needed some type of medical care.
The dogs were transferred to Willamette Humane Society,
OHS, and other agencies for continued care and rehoming.
The case became the catalyst for passage of Senate Bill 6, the
Omnibus Animal Welfare bill. Under the new law, anyone
who neglects 10 or more animals can be charged with a
felony. The new law also included closer regulation of rescue
groups, requiring licensing and inspections. Based on the laws
in place at the time the crimes occurred, the director of Willamette
Animal Rescue pleaded guilty to misdemeanors.
2018
When Marion County Sheriff’s office was called to investigate
a suspected case of animal neglect, they made a shocking discovery.
More than 30 cats were trapped inside a U-Haul truck,
zip-tied into laundry baskets with no food or water. Three of
the cats were already deceased at the time they
were discovered.
The cats were taken to Willamette Humane Society and veterinarians
from OHS went to help with the intake and care of
the cats. Several cats who were suffering from more complex
medical conditions were transferred to OHS for continued care
and recovery in experienced foster homes.
The owners were arrested, charged with multiple counts of
animal neglect, and eventually plead guilty.
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ADVENTURES WITH SHELTER DOGS
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
MEET TYLER JEFFE! HE IS A CORE MEMBER OF OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY’S
ANIMAL CARE TEAM AND BEHAVIOR FOSTER PROGRAM. WITH A SOFT
SPOT FOR ANIMALS WHO STRUGGLE IN THE SHELTER, TYLER HAS BECOME
INFAMOUS FOR TAKING THESE SPECIAL DOGS ON HIKES.
WE SAT DOWN WITH TYLER TO HEAR MORE ABOUT HIS ADVENTURES AND
SUMMER HIKING TIPS.
You are known for taking shelter dogs on adventures outside of the
shelter. Where do you enjoy taking them?
Tyler Jeffe: I used to be a very active foster parent, but since moving to
a new apartment, I’ve switched to day trips for hiking! It’s a great way to
get out and explore new places around Portland. There are a lot of beautiful
places to hike in the area, but I generally look for trails that require leashes,
have enough room to step off the trail to let people and dogs pass if needed,
and don’t have too much traffic. Bonus points for great views or waterfalls!
Some of my favorite spots have been Dog Mountain, Latourell Falls, Angels
Rest and Coyote Wall.
How long have you been hiking with shelter dogs?
Tyler: I would sometimes hike with my foster dogs, but for the last six months or
so, I’ve been taking shelter dogs out for hikes most Sundays.
Healthy Hiking with Dr. Kochis, OHS Chief Medical Officer
There are various safe, FDA-approved options on the market for monthly oral or topical administration for both dogs
and cats that prevent most of the potentially harmful parasites. Fleas, ticks and heartworms exist in the state of Oregon,
and some, like ticks, are more abundant outside of metro areas. Even fleas can lead to a very uncomfortable skin condition
in pets as well as an infestation of your home. Talk to your vet about what preventative treatment makes the most
sense for your pet.
Here is a checklist to keep in mind when planning your adventures:
• Have a first aid kit (human and dog).
• Know where the closest animal or emergency hospital is.
• If your dog has a known medical condition, make sure you are prepared to deal with it while out and about.
• Avoid hot and humid times of the day. Dogs can overheat, get sunstroke, and burn their paw pads and any
exposed skin.
• Bring plenty of fresh water for both of you.
• Remember that if you are out of shape after a lazy winter, so are they. Take it easy, especially on warm days early
in the season.
• Take breaks on hikes.
Training Tips with Tanya Roberts, OHS Director of Training and Behavior
• Always keep your dog on a leash and a safely-fitted back clip harness. Even well-trained dogs can get excited on
hikes or see something to chase. These essential tools can help them stay safe and protected.
• Teaching “watch me” or name recognition can help you both navigate past distractions with ease.
• If you would like to teach your dog to wear a pack, get them used to it at home first using desensitization and
counter-conditioning. Teach your dog to put their head through the harness for a treat. Make sure your dog is fit
enough to carry any extra weight in the pack.
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What do you enjoy the most about this quality time with the shelter dogs?
Tyler: Hiking is just better with dogs, period. It’s really a win-win as it’s a fun
time for me and the pups! Getting to explore and spend some time in nature
with the shelter dogs has been such a gift. Plus, it’s a great bonding experience.
The dogs I take out usually greet me with even more enthusiasm the next
time I see them in the shelter.
Do you notice a change in the dog’s behavior during or even after a hike?
Tyler: Sometimes, the dogs are so excited to be out that it takes a bit for them
to remember their leash manners. Usually, by the second mile, they’ve shaken
off the stress from the shelter and are enjoying the outdoors just like any dog.
It’s also a great training opportunity. The dogs get to practice staying calm
when other people or dogs pass by and get rewarded for their good behavior!
Almost every dog I’ve taken hiking ends up curled in the back seat on the
way back to the shelter, happy and worn out from the experience (which is
such a great sight to see)!
Do you have any summer hiking tips?
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Tyler: Choose your hikes based on what is fair to expect from your pup.
If your dog is overwhelmed by big crowds, avoid the hot-spots in favor of a
less-traveled trail. Keep your dog under control on a leash (and harness), and
remember that not every person or dog will be comfortable saying hi, so keep
a respectful distance and communicate as needed. Don’t forget to bring plenty
of treats and water!
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the pack is back doggie dash returns
to waterfront park
The day dawned cool and gray, with a mist in the air.
Our intrepid volunteers rose early and donned their rain
jackets to put the final touches on the largest gathering
of dogs on the west coast, Oregon Humane Society’s
Doggie Dash at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The past
two years, we took Doggie Dash virtual, but on May 14,
our Dashers and their furry counterparts were excited to
gather together once again for this annual affair.
The spring rain did not deter hearty Portlanders and their
pups. More than 2,000 people and hundreds of dogs
converged for the festival featuring dozens of vendors,
festive libations and a run/walk route that took people
and pets over the Hawthorne and Steel Bridges. As the
rainy morning gave way to a sunny afternoon, the festival
guests enjoyed a pet/person lookalike contest, dog
singalongs and a peanut butter eating competition.
That nutty race had dogs eating gobs of peanut butter
from spoons clasped tightly in their owner’s teeth and
made for some of the day’s most memorable and
shareable moments.
Doggie Dash is a 35-year tradition and our largest fundraiser
of the year. Festival day is a culmination of months
of fundraising to support OHS’ life-saving programs.
Doggie Dash harnesses the power of community, providing
email and social media tools that help individual
fundraisers quickly and easily engage their personal
networks to support shelter animals. Through their passion,
dedication and relentless pursuit to earn exciting
Doggie Dash prizes—including the coveted Doggie
Dash t-shirt—our Dashers raised more than half a million
dollars for animals in need.
A huge thank you goes out to our incredible fundraising teams and individual fundraisers.
Top Individual Fundraisers:*
• Carol Christensen $8,571
• Lauren Holmes $8,445
• Kat Happyfishhead $6,665
• Kathy & Jim Lillis $5,560
• Twila Coleman $5,540
• Brian August $5,515
• Reg Eklunk $5,335
• Amanda Gleason $5,335
Honorable mention:
Stephen Kochis, DVM $15,250
Mary Slayton $12,745
Top fundraising Teams:*
• Canine Crusaders $88,471
• Board Bowzers $37,140
• Highway to Home $33,464
• Carol’s Canine Companions $16,646
• LEASH Crutcher Lewis $15,985
• CBRE Cares $8,565
• Oregon First, Realtors ® $5,059
• Muttely Crew $4,225
• Caleb’s Canines $4,125
• Bridge City Events $3,240
*as of May 20.
Sunday, Sept. 18
Riverfront Park
200 Water Street NE
Salem, OR
You can make a difference for pets and
people in the mid-Valley by participating
in the 11th annual WillaMutt Strut.
This pet-friendly walk and festival features
14 local vendors, contests, prizes and more.
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OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
We’ll fetch your car.
Profiles in Compassion: Jackie Young
AS A DONOR, FOSTER VOLUNTEER AND
ANIMAL WELFARE ADVOCATE, JACKIE
YOUNG’S ENDURING LOVE OF DOGS
HAS INSPIRED HER LIFESAVING SUPPORT
OF THE PETS OF OHS.
“Animals are wonderful,” she says.
Jackie got her first dog when she was six years old.
She and her sister begged their dad until he came
home with Kristoff, a long-haired dachshund. Since
then, Jackie has almost always shared her life with
a dachshund.
“The first thing I did after getting married was buy a
house and get a dog!”
When Jackie’s mother passed away, she was
looking for a way to honor her mother’s memory
and support a cause that was meaningful to her. A
friend volunteered at OHS and encouraged Jackie
to visit the shelter.
“I’m so much more aware of OHS now! I saw an ad
on the back of a bus that you could donate your
car to help animals. The more involved I get, the
more interested I am!”
“Especially now that we don’t have any animals, this
is how we can help.” Jackie and Eric lost their longhaired
dachshund littermates Peaty in 2020 and
Mikey in 2018. They turned to OHS to honor their
memory. “I decided to pledge money to the New
Road Ahead project. The expansion is just such a
wonderful project. I’d like to have a memorial for
my four dogs—it’s a way to keep their
memory alive.
“OHS is local. I have more of a connection to it. I
know what’s happening with it. I have worked in
logistics, and I’m so impressed with their organizational
skills. And now, with the New Road Ahead,
I’m just very impressed. An organization that cares
about animals that much I think is very impressive.”
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“Originally, I was looking for an organization that
took care of dogs, and OHS just worked.”
After taking a tour of the facility and learning about
the variety of programs and issues OHS seeks to
address, Jackie and her husband, Eric, were even
more excited.
Since that first gift, Jackie and Eric have provided
lifesaving support to the animals of OHS every year
through her IRA required minimum distribution.
“Donating my IRA required minimum distribution
was something I knew I could do easily. It’s not
something I counted on, so it was a great
opportunity to donate.”
They also recently donated their car to OHS’ Autos
for Animals program.
Donating your car to help animals
is easier than you think.
oregonhumane.org/autos or
(503) 802-6766
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HAPPY
TAILS
FINDING
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
HOMES FOR ANIMALS IS ONE OF
THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS WE DO AT
THE OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY. WHEN
ADOPTERS KEEP IN TOUCH, THEIR STORIES
AND PHOTOS INSPIRE US.
Dave Angeli has always had a soft spot for labs. So, when Luna
arrived at OHS from a shelter in Klamath Falls in 2018, he rushed
to the shelter to meet her.
Luna’s boundless energy and her tendency to channel that energy in
unproductive ways was evident in the notes from her previous owner
in Klamath Falls. They shared that she’d chewed up the sprinkler system
and was very challenging to train. Dave and his wife Courtney
were not deterred and brought her home to join their two smaller
dogs. More recently, a yellow lab named Hank also joined
their family.
Luna’s happy energy is still part of her charm. “She fills the energy
void left by five kids who have now left the house,” says Courtney.
During the photoshoot for the cover of this magazine, Luna and
Hank’s silly personalities kept the crew laughing.
“Life with Luna is never boring,” laughs Dave.
Dodi and Scarlett came to OHS from two different places at
two different times. Both afraid, shy and nervous, they each
entered the OHS Feline Behavior Modification program to
work on building their confidence and get ready for their
new families.
One day when the cats were put in a colony room together
to work on their confidence and social skills, they
met for the first time and quickly connected. The behavior
modification team noticed the positive effect that each
cat had on the other and continued observing to see
how it would evolve. Scarlett was enamored with Dodi,
and Dodi felt at ease whenever Scarlett was nearby.
They would frequently be found napping together in a
cuddle puddle and seeking each other out for comfort.
The behavior modification team, seeing the confidence
that each cat found when they were together, did
something that is somewhat uncommon and bonded
Dodi and Scarlett at the shelter. This meant that they had
to be adopted together! Often the bonded animals we see at OHS come to us
already bonded and we aim to preserve that bond. Seeing the bond form between animals who have
just met – and fearful, nervous animals at that! – is a unique experience that was a privilege to facilitate
for these best fur-iends.
Dodi and Scarlett were adopted in April and now live happily together in their new home.
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SUMMER 2022
Dear OHS,
My first weekend with Brie was amazing! She is settling in so
wonderfully. I had Brie set up in her safe space the first couple
of days, but soon she and Cheeto were comfortable enough
together to open the space up.
Brie had a couple of potty accidents the first few days while
getting used to things, but recently we've had a lot of success!
She found a place outside where she feels comfortable.
At first, being outside was really overwhelming for her, so
I think she didn't feel as safe to potty outside as she did
inside, even though I regularly took her out. I'm also getting
better at reading her cues. The potty-training handout was
really helpful!
Cheeto is really helping Brie feel more confident outside on
walks. She is still very wary, but she follows Cheeto's pace
and lead and even joins him for long, intense sniff breaks.
Overall, I couldn't be happier. Brie and Cheeto get along
so well, and I love the energy Brie adds to our family.
Thank you so so so much for everything!
-Lizzy
Dear OHS,
He went from a completely spooked-out kitty, who
wanted to just hide away from anything and everybody
to one who seeks us out to sit in our laps. He is
still surprised by unexpected loud sounds and darts
to hide somewhere, but he also enjoys rambunctious
playing, sleeping on the end of our bed, walking
around the edge of the bathtub, jumping up into my
lap, having his head and belly rubbed and seeking
me out to give me a head bump and nose to
nose nuzzles.
He is my sweet boy, whom I adore.
Thank you for bringing us together.
-Alethea
SUMMER 2022
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REMEMBERING
BIRMIE
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
THE SPOKES-CAT FOR
LEGACY GIVING
By Carol Christensen
Estate Gifts
Oregon Humane Society honors the following individuals who made a commitment to animal welfare and OHS’ future operations by
planning a gift through their will, trust, retirement plan, insurance policy, charitable gift annuity or other estate planning program since
January 1, 2022.
Anonymous (2)
Juanita L. Barrabee
Melvin Hoffman
Nancy Judy
Robert & Barbara Lee
Pamela J. Lord
Jo E. Meyertons & Sarah Linehan
Catherine Wilson
OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
If you have already remembered OHS in your estate plan or would like to start a confidential conversation about future support,
please call us at (503) 416-2988.
Bequests Received
Oregon Humane Society acknowledges the following persons whose estate bequests were received since January 1, 2022.
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I have been an Oregon Humane
Society (OHS) foster parent, volunteer
and donor for many years. I want to
tell you about my first foster
failure, Birmie.
Birmie was one of 114 cats rescued
from a house in Oregon in June of
2015. In my role as a volunteer driver,
I transported 95 of the rescued cats,
including Birmie, to OHS. Birmie and
his three brothers came to my house
for foster care to recover from
their ordeal.
Right off the bat Birmie got along with
everyone and everything. He was a
wonderful big brother to almost
300 fosters.
Birmie became a great ambassador
for OHS. He helped answer phones
at several telethons, walked my
neighborhood (on a leash) and used
his beautiful blue eyes to raise funds
for Doggie Dash. He helped bring
awareness to hoarding cases and
promoted the spay/neuter program.
Birmie represented OHS on billboards
and advocated for the importance
of legacy giving to OHS.
Birmie became ill in January of 2022.
By early February, the vet’s prognosis
was that Birmie had only a few days
to live. But Birmie’s fighting spirit surprised
us all. For the next 11 weeks, I
administered medications and daily
subcutaneous fluid, and held and
loved Birmie at every possible moment.
Those three months gave me a
lot of time to think.
Animals have always been an essential
part of my life. I’ve had various
pets through the years, including a
kinkajou! I was taught early in life to
provide care and love to all animals,
so when I was entering retirement,
volunteering at OHS was a perfect
fit. I soon became a foster parent and
quickly realized how my time and
financial support saved animals from
suffering and homelessness.
Deciding to make a planned gift
to OHS was easy for me. I simply
designated the Oregon Humane
Society and their Tax ID number on
the beneficiary form for my bank and
investment accounts. During the last
11 weeks of nursing Birmie, I decided
to include OHS as a beneficiary in
my will as well.
My family knows my desire to help
control pet overpopulation and prevent
animal suffering. I have worked
long hours and made sacrifices to
help animals throughout my life.
I want that to continue even after
I am gone.
I am heartbroken to report that on
April 18, Birmie passed over the
rainbow bridge. His absence leaves
a hole in my heart. He also leaves so
many warm, kind and loving memories
with the knowledge that I can
help cats just like him long into
the future.
I hope you will join me in leaving a
legacy gift to OHS.
Contact Kathryn Karr at
kathrynk@oregonhumane.org or
(503) 802-6743 to learn more.
Marvin M. Adams
Leona Ambrose
John & Ardys Braidwood
James & Patricia Carlton
Rita DelRey
Marie Givens
Jennie Lee Harke
Kathryn Holt
Donna Howard
Carol Luscher
Martin Madow
Malcolm M. Marquis
Melba Means
Mary Joan Ogden Living Trust
Elizabeth Siegel
Carol Sorenson
ARE YOU READY FOR
SOME CERTAINTY?
An OHS charitable gift annuity
provides you with a tax deduction
and guaranteed income for life.
"The process couldn’t be simpler for creating a CGA.
I’d do anything to help the animals and this
supports the work of OHS."
— James H. OHS supporter, adopter & foster parent
Robert & Vivian Wood
Let us show you how a charitable gift
annuity can provide certainty to you.
Contact Gary Kish VP Legacy Gifts &
Strategic Initiatives
(503)416-2988 garyk@oregonhumane.org
For more information about
including OHS in your plan, please
contact Gary Kish, Vice President of
Legacy Gifts and Strategic Initiatives,
at (503) 416-2988.
SUMMER 2022
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OREGON HUMANE SOCIETY
In Oregon, it’s not difficult to spot a Subaru. For each of those Subarus,
chances are there is a dog in the car headed out for an adventure with
their owner.
For 15 years, Subaru has celebrated their love for pets and a commitment
to the community with the Share the Love event. For every
new Subaru purchased Nov. 18, 2021, through Jan. 3, 2022, Subaru
donated $250 to the customer’s choice of charities.
While several national organizations, including the ASPCA, partner with
Subaru for Share the Love, local dealerships can select a local nonprofit
to benefit.
For the 7th year in a row, Lithia Subaru of Oregon City chose OHS
as their pet cause for the Share the Love promotion. New car buyers
stepped up to support shelter pets resulting in a $27,700 donation to
OHS. This generous donation is particularly extraordinary when you
consider that our community was grappling with a surging pandemic
during this period.
SUMMER 2022
Thomas Lamb Eliot Circle Business Partners
The following businesses have made significant financial contributions ($2,500+) to OHS and/or in-kind donations over the past 12
months. A complete list of TLC Business Partners can be found online at oregonhumane.org/support-our-partners.
New members in bold.
*Indicates companies or groups who have
held community fundraising events to
benefit OHS.
DIAMOND
Boehringer Ingelheim
Google Ad Grants
KOIN
Lease Crutcher Lewis
Nike
OnPoint Community Credit Union
Scott│Edwards Architecture
Subaru of America
The Standard
Western Partitions Inc.
PLATINUM
Angeli Law Group
Central Garden & Pet Company
C.O.A.T Flagging
Intel
iHeartMedia
John Gould Attorney at Law
Lithia Subaru of Oregon City
MetLife
Mud Bay
Portland General Electric
Slalom Consulting
Subaru of Portland
GOLD
Columbia Bank
Delta Fire, Inc
Direct Marketing Solutions
Horizon Air Airlines
Kaiser Permanente
Matrix Partners LTD
Mike’s Hard Lemonade
Moda Health
Nissan of Portland
Phillips Pet Food & Supplies
Ruffwear
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Stella & Chewy’s
Tito's Handmade Vodka
The Kroger Co.
VCA Animal Hospitals
Vetsource
Wag Brands
Walsh Construction Co.
West Coast Event Productions, Inc
Zoetis Petcare
SILVER
14 Hands Winery
Apple
Arm the Animals
Avangrid Renewables
Banfield Pet Hospital
Bennington Properties LLC
Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Bob’s Red Mill
Bora Architects
Bristol Urban Apartments
“Although a lot of external factors kept our sales volume during the 2021
event lower than it had been in previous years, we are nevertheless proud
that we were still able to raise a significant amount for OHS. A very high
percentage of our customers chose OHS as their charity designation and
that meant a lot to us,” says Cory Fay, Sales Manager, Lithia Subaru of
22 Oregon City.
Brooks Greenhouse Construction
Cambia Health Solutions
Clean Affinity
Comcast Corporation
Hallmark Inns and Resorts
inici group
Lam Research
Lowe’s Home Improvement Salem
Microsoft Corporation
Migration Brewing Company
Morel Ink
Nintendo of America
NW Wine Company
Petco
Republic Services
Rex Hill Masonry, Inc.
Stoller Wine Group
Tanasbourne Veterinary Emergency
Thede Culpepper Moore Munro &
Silliman LLP
TriMet
Washman Car Wash
Wisdom Health
Young's Market Company of Oregon
BRONZE
2 Towns Cider House
All Natural Pet Supply
Animal Supply Company
Bank of America
Birch Community Services
Bluebird Botanicals
SUBARU SHARES THE LOVE WITH OHS
Bow Wow Film Fest
Bridgetown Veterinary
Emergency & Referral
Broadleaf Studio
CIDA Architects
Columbia River Surgery Center
Columbia Sportswear
Constellation Brands
Costco
Fear Free, LLC
Genetech, Inc.
Green Pet Compost Company
Hollywood Grocery Outlet
Hyster-Yale Group
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.
Johnstone Supply Inc.
Kent Pet Group
Kuni Lexus of Portland
LexiDog
Lucky Dog
Otto Pets, Inc.
ResQ Animal Massage
Rose City Veterinary Hospital
Royal Restrooms
Sky Window Clean & Maintenance
Sniff Dog Hotel
Starbucks
Stewart Sokol & Larkin LLC
United Healthcare
Western Pet Supply
Wildfang Co.
SERVICES DIRECTORY
ANIMAL ADOPTIONS
Cats, dogs, birds, rodents and rabbits
are available for adoption.
oregonhumane.org/adopt
ANIMAL RESCUE
OHS responds to situations where an
animal is trapped and needs human
help (in case of emergency, call your
local police). (503) 802-6707.
ANIMAL SHELTER ASSISTANCE
Food, supplies and training are offered
to animal agencies throughout Oregon.
(503) 416-2993.
BEHAVIOR HELP-LINE
& ONLINE LIBRARY
Consult our online resources, or call
the free OHS telephone help-line with
questions about problem pet behavior.
(503) 416-2983;
oregonhumane.org/training.
WAYS TO HELP
AUTOS FOR ANIMALS
Donate your car, motorcycle or boat to
help the animals. Contact Kelly Rey,
(503) 802-6766;
kellyr@oregonhumane.org.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITIES
Lifetime income plus a tax deduction.
Contact Gary Kish, (503) 416-2988;
garyk@oregonhumane.org.
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS
Sponsor an OHS event or organize
a benefit. Contact Sarah Yusavitz,
(503) 416-7084;
sarahy@oregonhumane.org.
ESTATE GIFTS
Include OHS in your will, trust or
with a beneficiary designation.
Contact Gary Kish, (503) 416-2988;
garyk@oregonhumane.org.
FRIENDS FOREVER
Ensure the welfare of pets who may
outlive you. Contact Kathryn Karr, (503)
802-6743;
LegacyTeam@oregonhumane.org.
FIND A HOME FOR YOUR PET
If you are unable to keep your pet,
OHS may be able to place your pet in
a new home. Call first to schedule an
appointment. (503) 285-7722, ext. 211.
HUMANE EDUCATION
OHS offers classroom presentations,
after-school clubs, summer camps and
more. (503) 416-5034;
barbc@oregonhumane.org.
LOST & FOUND PETS
OHS is not able to accept stray
animals, except stray cats from
Clackamas County. Please contact
your local animal control agency for
assistance. More resources available
at oregonhumane.org/lostpets.
OHS is dedicated to making our community a
better place. Call (503) 285-7722 for more
information or visit us online at oregonhumane.org.
PET MEMORIALS
OHS maintains an animal cemetery,
mausoleum and columbarium and
provides private cremation services.
Euthanasia services are offered if
no other options are available.
(503) 285-7722, ext. 217.
PET SUPPLIES
Best Friends Corner inside the shelter
offers a variety of supplies.
(503) 285-7722, ext. 201.
PET TRAINING
OHS offers classes and consultations.
More information at
oregonhumane.org/training.
SPAY & NEUTER FINANCIAL AID
OHS offers discount coupons and
participates in the Spay & Save
program, (800) 345-SPAY;
asapmetro.org.
To learn more about opportunities to help animals, call
(503) 802-6793 or visit us online at oregonhumane.org.
GIFTS OF STOCK
To make a gift of securities contact
Shelah Hanson, (503) 802-6817;
shelahh@oregonhumane.org
IN-KIND SUPPLIES, MATERIAL
See our wish list online at
oregonhumane.org/donate/wish-list.
SUPPORT
Your donation includes a 10% discount
at the OHS retail store, subscription
to the OHS magazine and more. Call
(503) 802-6793 or
oregonhumane.org/donate.
ONE COOL THING
Donate fine art, jewelry, popular
electronics or memorabilia. Contact
Kelly Rey, (503) 802-6766;
kellyr@oregonhumane.org.
PAWS
Monthly gifts through the Planned
Account Withdrawal System (PAWS)
support OHS throughout the year.
Contact Marsha Chrest, (503) 416-7079;
marshac@oregonhumane.org.
TLC
The Thomas Lamb Eliot Circle (TLC)
honors donors contributing $1,000 or
more annually. Contact Kelly Jo
McCaughey, (503) 278-9110;
kellym@oregonhumane.org.
TRIBUTE GIFTS
Tribute gifts can be made in memory
of, or in honor of, a pet or loved one.
A card will be sent to your loved one.
Contact Kelly Rey, (503) 802-6766;
kellyr@oregonhumane.org.
VOLUNTEER
OHS volunteer programs are available
for youths, adults, groups and
companies. Contact Kim Hudson,
(503) 285-7722, ext. 204;
volunteer@oregonhumane.org.
WORKPLACE GIVING CAMPAIGNS
To learn more about workplace giving
campaigns, contact Nicole Lutton,
(503) 416-5027;
nicolel@oregonhumane.org.
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1067 NE Columbia Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211-1411
LEND A PAW
TO HELP
PETS IN NEED
Monthly giving through PAWS
(Planned Account Withdrawal
System) offers a convenient
way for you to support Oregon
Humane Society throughout the year.
PAWS donors provide OHS with a
much-needed, dependable stream of
income that we use to provide shelter,
medical care and adoption services
to homeless animals.
You can make your PAWS gift by
credit card or with your
checking account.
For more information, please
contact Marsha Chrest at
(503) 416-7079 or
marshac@oregonhumane.org.
Join PAWS today at
oregonhumane.org/donate.
Andrea Clara
Animal Care Technician at OHS