Between June 12-16, over 220 animals found new homes thanks to you, our compassionate community, stepping up for the animals and for our shelter! Last week, we faced an emergency: our shelter was over capacity. We had resorted to doubling and tripling kennel… Read More
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Last fall, an unusually high number of weak, injured, and emaciated dogs arrived at our shelter within weeks of each other. It took every member of our veterinary team to provide them the thorough medical care they needed, plus a handful of caring fosters to help these vulnerable dogs gain… Read More
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Four months ago, nine dogs were rescued from heartbreaking living conditions in Mason County after their owner had passed away. The Humane Society of Mason County (HSMC) quickly responded, but their foster-only capacity was stretched to the limit, and they desperately needed our help. Our entire team jumped into action… Read More
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It was the largest number of animals we’d ever received at once, and we’re happy to report they’ve all found loving homes! Back in February, our dedicated animal care professionals joined Pierce County Animal Control to remove 246 rabbits from an unsafe, overcrowded environment. It was an overwhelming, emotionally exhausting… Read More
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Antonio with Albus and Cooper. Neighboring Joint Base Lewis McChord and Naval Base Kitsap, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County’s community is comprised of a substantial number of active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their loved ones. Among the key partnerships… Read More
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Upon intake, Pearl could not bear weight on her front right limb. Pearl arrived at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, dragging her leg with every step. Our shelter staff immediately knew something was very wrong. X-rays revealed the 9-month-old kitten had endured a gunshot wound to her… Read More
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Back in April, our shelter was nearing maximum capacity when 14 huskies were found roaming in a pack near the rural community of Ashford. Our animal care professionals had several concerns. “How long had the dogs been in the wild?” “Are they socialized?” and “Where will we put them all?”… Read More
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Brick in our care after being diagnosed with salmon poisoning. When Brick and Rogue arrived at our shelter in March with symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy, our expert veterinary team knew these dogs needed a full work-up to address their discomfort. The dogs both tested positive for hookworms and… Read More
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The first call came in December 2019 – 48 dogs seized. The second call came in October 2020 – 36 dogs seized. The third call came in March 2021 – 23 dogs seized. In total, 107 dogs were seized from convicted animal abuser, Elmer Givens Jr., right in Tacoma’s backyard… Read More
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Shelter staff assisted with the removal of 246 rabbits from one property. 24 hours. 246 rabbits. On February 16, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County assisted with the removal of 246 rabbits from one property – the largest intake of animals at once that the shelter has experienced… Read More
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