Volunteer Spotlight: Erica
Erica with adopted dog Kane We love spotlighting our volunteers, so we caught up with Erica, a dog-walking volunteer, to talk about how she spends…
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Los Angeles Wildfires: Where to Find Resources and Updates
A dog barks as flames from the Eaton Fire ravage an Altadena, Calif. neighborhood, Jan. 8, 2025. Ethan Swope/AP At the Humane Society for Tacoma…
New Year, New Home: Adoption Special a Huge Success
A new beginning for dog Finn Back in mid-December, 60 dogs and cats from a single property arrived at our shelter from a Pierce County…
Looking Back at 2024
As we reflect on 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for the unwavering support of our community. The year brought challenges, triumphs, and heartwarming moments that…
How Do We Manage a Record-Breaking Dog Capacity Crisis?
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is in the midst of a record-breaking capacity crisis as the shelter cares for 264 dogs, the…
Thanksgiving Food Safety For Our Furry Friends
Giving Thanks for Our Pets This season is often a time to gather with loved ones, share delicious food, and reflect on all we’re thankful…
Dogs Playing For Life: Building Confidence Through Play
Dogs Playing for Life is a national initiative designed to give shelter dogs the opportunity to socialize, play, and thrive. By organizing supervised playgroups, shelters…
Holiday Gift Guide (For Pet Lovers)
The holidays are coming up, and we’ve got your holiday shopping covered! If you want to keep things simple, choose one of our gifts that…
Making Happy Happen: Over 100 Dogs Find Loving Homes During Shelter Capacity Crisis
Shelter dog Harbor with his new loving family Between November 14-17, over 100 dogs found their way out of the shelter thanks to you, our…
Staff Spotlight: Amanda Nemier, LVT
Amanda with Shar Pei, Benjamin. Meet Amanda Nemier, one of our dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County.…
Unbreaka-BULL Love: A Pit Bull’s Journey to Love After Nearly a Year in the Shelter
The shelter can be a challenging environment for any pet. No matter how compassionate the care, the experience of new routines, new people, and hundreds…
Community Rallies for Over 130 Cats in Crisis
A shelter Kennel Aide offers care and comfort to one of the 130+ cats rescued from an unsafe, vacated apartment in Federal Way and brought…
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County’s Marketing and Development Teams Honored With WSVMA Award
The Washington State Veterinary Medical Association (WSVMA) is the official organization for veterinarians in Washington, supporting the profession through legislative advocacy, business programs, continuing education,…
Adoption Returns: A Step Forward, Not a Setback
Adoption returns often carry an unfortunate stigma—but they really shouldn’t. While we encourage rehoming as a first option, sometimes pets come back to the shelter,…
Welcoming Our Community With “Open Arms”
At the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, we are dedicated to fostering a safe and welcoming space for all—pets and people alike. However,…
Driving Change: Bringing Preventative Veterinary Care to Our Community
At the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive care to every animal that comes through our doors. As…
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