Updates on the Owen Beach Boat Cats
You’ve likely heard that a boat was discovered off the coast of Owen Beach last week with more than 30 cats on board. On Friday, 31 cats…
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Behind the Scenes: Investing in Our People to Help Shelter Dogs Thrive
For dogs in an animal shelter, life is largely structured around routines that keep both animals and people safe. While those routines are essential, as routine and predictability have a…
ASPCA Spay & Neuter Alliance Visits Tacoma Humane
It likely comes as no surprise that medical care is one of our top expense categories, especially considering it’s never fully possible to plan for…
Meet the Mayor: About our 2026 Pet Mayor!
In collaboration with the City of Tacoma, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County ran our second Pet Mayor Contest in early June. You…
Pet Safety Tips for the Fourth of July
For humans, the Fourth of July can mean cookouts, summer fun, and celebrations. For pets, it’s the time of year when more of them go…
New Mural Unveiled!
Our shelter just got a lot more colorful! With our third and final Mural Muse Photo Contest complete, we’re proud to unveil a new, beautiful…
Statement on Tacoma City Marathon Incident
Yesterday, a tragic incident occurred at the Tacoma City Marathon involving a dog in our care that resulted in the loss of a community member’s…
40 Fresh Starts in One Day: A Community Effort Worth Celebrating
Yesterday, National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day felt extra special, and it’s all thanks to you. Because of this incredible community, 40 dogs, cats, and…
Pet Mayor for a Day Set to Return
The contest that brought Tacoma together to support spay and neuter is coming back Did you miss your chance to vote your beloved pet into…
An $83,000 Reason to Celebrate
And a reminder of what your vehicle can do. Sometimes generosity arrives on four wheels. We are overjoyed to share that our vehicle donation program…
Celebrating Our Animal Control Partners
Every April, National Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week shines a spotlight on the officers and agencies working tirelessly to protect animals and communities. To celebrate, we…
Creating Connection for Seniors Through Pet Adoption
Dove heads home with her excited new family, thanks to Pets for the Elderly At the close of 2025, the Humane Society for Tacoma &…
A Closer Look at Friendly Finders: Community Action in Reuniting Lost Pets
At the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, our Friendly Finders program is a community-first approach that helps lost pets return home faster by…
Cat Care 101
Congratulations on becoming a new cat parent! As you get started, you’ll probably have some questions about how to keep your new furry family member…
A Positive Approach to Introducing Your Dog to Other Pets
Congratulations on bringing home a new pup! If you’ve got other furry family members in the house, you’ll want to make a plan for introductions…
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