Volunteer Spotlight: Linda Santos
Linda Santos holding a shelter pup. Meet Linda Santos! Linda has been volunteering at the shelter for almost 10 years and helps make it possible…
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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…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Philomena
UPDATE: Philomena has been adopted!
Staff Spotlight: Bradley Barton
Bradley caring for a shelter cat. Meet our Foster Care Lead, Bradley Barton! Bradley oversees the shelter’s dog, cat, and critters foster programs. Q. What…
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…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Odelia
Odelia enjoys getting head and belly scratches and snuggling in for some hugs. She has a beautiful smile that she likes to show off…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Mama Sprout
UPDATE: Mama Sprout has been adopted! Mama Sprout is a very loving and affectionate cat. She loves getting all the attention and cuddling up on…
Perfect Weather for Clyde the Lizard
Clyde first arrived at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Sunny and temperatures above 75 isn’t just the perfect weather for humans, it’s…
How to Reunite a Lost Pet
With Fourth of July celebrations right around the corner and July marking the start of Petco Love’s Lost Pet Prevention Month, here are some helpful…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Rufus
Rufus is the biggest cuddle bug who loves people. He loves meeting people and leaning in to get good pets. He enjoys being curious and…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Henry
UPDATE: Henry has been adopted! Henry is a very affectionate 2-year-old cat who loves people! He loves to give affectionate head butts for more attention.…
Volunteer Spotlight: Diana Sharon
Diana and her partner, both foster parents at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Meet Diana Sharon! Diana fosters shelter pets who need…
Home is Where the Heart is: Microchipping Your Pet
Eena being held by museum staff. At the heart of every home is a furry companion! And for the Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, this…
Staff Spotlight: Stefanie Cornell
Stefanie cuddling and getting photos of a shelter pet being office fostered for the day. Meet our Digital Marketing Manager, Stefanie Cornell! With her creative…
KING 5 Pet Rescue of the Week: Grem
Grem can be a bit shy at first, but he warms up quickly to people. He would love an adopter who can help build his…
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