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Archive for June, 2006

10 Ways to Protect Your Pets on July 4th!

Every year on July 4th, countless dogs and cats are frightened, injured, killed or lost as a result of the traumatic sound of fireworks. Even confined animals panic and become disoriented, breaking chains, bolting through doors or screens, only to get hit by motorists or get lost.
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County […]

Introducing Camp Kindness for Kids

boysgirlsclubA Summer Day Camp Adventure: Parents take note! The Humane Society’s first summer day camp for kids will take place week of August 7-11, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily at the beautiful Gonyea Boys & Girls Club, 5136 North 26th St. in Tacoma. Camp Kindness is open to children ages 10-12, and will include educational games, animal explorations, crafts, guest speakers, workshops, and lots of fun activities!

Now View Adoptable Pets on Television

The Humane Society and Comcast launch new ON DEMAND pet adoption program! 
Comcast On Demand subscribers can now see pets available for adoption at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County from their couch. Yesterday, the Humane Society, in partnership with Comcast Cable, launched the Meet Your Match – Adopt-A-Pet television program.  Subscribers can find […]

Be a Harvest Hero!

Double your fun — save two for the price of one!
On Tuesdays and Saturdays during the month of November, adopt any cat and you can take home a “staff favorite” at no extra charge. There are also other “staff favorite” specials. Click on the title for more information!


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