Shelter Update
Update as of 11/11/2022 Starting in May, over 31 dogs have shown signs of canine pneumovirus at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County…
News
Getting to know pitties: Myth or fact?
You’ve probably heard a myth or two about pit bulls and terms like “aggressive” or “dog-fighting” might be the first thoughts that come to your…
Thank you to our community
Our third annual Day of Giving was a big success! Because of generous animal lovers in our community, we raised a record-breaking $65,691, making a…
What does it mean to be a “no-kill” shelter?
“No-kill” is often used to describe animal shelters/rescues, and although it’s often an important label looked for when bringing in an animal or providing support,…
Love lives on at the shelter
Jessica and Barrett. When Jessica walked into the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County 11 years ago, she came across a sweet pup that…
Reunited Thanks to Facial Recognition Technology
Nala “We were frantically looking for her.” As pet owners, we never think it can happen to us, but sadly 1 in 3 pets will…
Hot Weather Tips
As our area experiences high temperatures and hot weather advisories, here are a few tips to help keep your pets safe in the heat: Never leave…
Preparing for Kitten Season
Spring showers don’t just rain cats and dogs – it also rains kittens! Lots of kittens. March marks the start of kitten season. As the…
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