Join us for our 28th Annual Animal Krackers Presented by Brown Bear Car Wash |
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Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the well-being and safety of our supporters and the community we serve, due to the ongoing pandemic and COVID-19 Delta variant, we have made the difficult but necessary decision to transform our 28th Annual Animal Krackers presented by Brown Bear Car Wash into an entirely virtual experience.
We invite our pet-loving community to tune in from home for a two-part party with an Online Auction and Virtual Live Auction and Event. The Online Auction will be open from Sept. 20-26 and will include unique items for the pet lovers in your life and incredible experiences for your bidding pleasure. Our Virtual Live Event and Auction will be live-streamed on Sunday, Sept. 26, from 7-8 p.m. and will include chances for you to meet our Executive Director, Lee Harper, hear heartwarming stories from staff, and raise your paddle to win one-of-a-kind experiences.
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This critical event raises lifesaving funds for the thousands of pets in need that we care for annually, including Stevie Wonder, who was rushed to KHS this summer. Sick with parvovirus, a highly contagious and deadly disease often spread between dogs. Stevie’s outcome was unsure, but our veterinary services team wasted no time getting to work to save this puppy’s life!
Stevie hadn’t eaten in two days before he arrived at KHS, so he was immediately placed into quarantine and started on IV fluids and medication to help him fight the virus and gain weight.
Because of the lifesaving support of animal lovers like you, we were able to provide Stevie the compassionate, individualized care he needed, and two weeks after arriving, Stevie tested negative for parvovirus and quickly found a loving, forever home!
Online Auction bidding opens on Monday, Sept. 20! Stay tuned for more information.
We look forward to seeing you at Animal Krackers!
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Pet Food Pantry Expansion to Assist People and Pets in Need |
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At the beginning of August, our amazing supporters came together to donate over 300 boxes of kitten food when we were in need. We were floored by the overwhelming generosity from our community which helps us do what we do.
Just a few weeks later, our new Pet Food Pantry sheds arrived, replacing the one small shed on the corner of our property. The addition of these sheds gives us an even greater opportunity to give back to this wonderful community. Our Pet Food Pantry program serves as a safety net for people and pets in need and is just one more way that we serve as more than a shelter. This program offers dog and cat food to low-income residents of Kitsap and Mason County and aids in our efforts to keep pets and their families together while also reducing the number of surrenders to the shelter. With the new sheds, we hope to expand this program even further. Stay tuned to learn more!
If you or someone you know is in need of our Pet Food Pantry service you can learn more through the button below. Our Pet Food Pantry is open on a walk-in basis from 12-4 pm, seven days a week.
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Wine & Whiskers Raises Nearly $12,000 for Shelter Pets |
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Thank you to everyone who participated in our first-ever Wine & Whiskers wine tour! Your sipping and shopping over the past month raised $11,912 for shelter pets in need, wow! These funds will provide comfort, care, and critical services to thousands of pets who need our help.
We also want to thank our fabulous winery partners for their generous participation. Special thanks to Michael Florentino Cellars, Olalla Winery, and Wind Rose Cellars for also donating a percentage of participant wine sales to KHS!
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From Heartbreak to Happy Tails: Dean's Update |
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Remember Dean? Found on a beach by a Good Samaritan, Dean came to us emaciated, scared, and tired. After several weeks in our care, Dean reached his goal weight, his personality bloomed, and he was ready to meet his forever family and just a few days later, he did! We are excited to share Dean’s Happy Tail!
Now named Arlo, this thick pitty is weighing in around 60 pounds, double the weight he was when he arrived at KHS! But the best part is Arlo isn’t just healthy, he’s also happy.
“Arlo is just beyond perfect,” said his adopter. “The first thing he did when we got to the house was to run up like he’s lived here all his life. Once he got in, he ran around with a BIG smile, and his tail just wagging away. He was just so happy to be home.
“Arlo has the best house manners I have ever seen! I tested leaving him at home with free-roam of the house while I ran errands and came home to him out in the yard just relaxing, sunbathing in the sun.
“He is just so happy to be getting some love. He is already so, so, so spoiled!!!! He is already more of a blessing than I thought. I’m so happy that I saw his story and my prayers were answered. I don’t think anyone can find a more perfect boy! He is so loved.”
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Has a Pet from KHS Changed Your Life?
Tell Your Story by Sept. 20 & Help Us Win $100K For Pets in Need!
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From longer walks to cozier naps and all the magical moments in between, we know that pets change our lives for the better! Share how the love of your adopted pet has changed your life to help give Kitsap Humane Society the chance at a $100,000 grant award from Petco Love and BOBS from Skechers (plus you can earn a Petco shopping spree and BOBS from Skechers shoes for yourself).
Submit your story by Sept. 20, noon CT for a chance to win!
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Adorable Adoptables
Meet Angel!
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Are you looking for a friend for your dog? Angel may be your gal! Angel is a beautiful 1-year-old Shepherd mix with a brown brindle coat and the largest ears you'll ever see!
Angel came to us via a transfer from Texas. When she arrived, Angel was scared, timid, and lonely. We knew that kennel life would be difficult for her so we set her up with a loving foster home. There, Angel began to come out of her shell and started learning skills she can use with her future forever family. Because Angel is shy, it might take her some time to warm up to you but when she does, you are in for a treat!
She loves getting gentle pets and will even nuzzle your hand when she wants more. Treats are the way to her heart and while Angel mostly likes to spend time relaxing on her bed, she also loves going for casual walks. Angel will gently lead you to every exciting smell she comes across!
Angel enjoys being around other dogs and will follow their lead when it comes to learning the routine in a home, so she would do best in a home where there is another calm, confident dog companion.
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Angel needs an adopter who will take the time to build a long-lasting relationship with her based on trust and positive reinforcement.
If Angel sounds like the perfect dog for you, come in to meet her today!
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Volunteer Spotlight
Meet Karen!
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After relocating from the East Coast in 2012, Karen Hauser daydreamed about becoming a volunteer here at KHS but was worried that she may not be able to handle the thought of leaving the cats and dogs after each shift. In the end, she says she decided that it was "better to make a contribution to their well-being than do nothing" and so she began her volunteer journey with us. In the two years that Karen has been with us, she has logged nearly 210 hours in both her efforts socializing our feline population and in our dish room, tackling mound upon mound of dirty dishes!
While both tasks seem markedly different, the impact is huge! When asked about the most rewarding thing about her time here, Karen says that "many hands make light work" and that she "gets a lot of satisfaction in making a small difference." It's no secret that it takes a lot of hands to keep a shelter going and there are truly no small jobs here! We are so grateful to have Karen here!
In addition to her physical volunteer tasks, one of the most notable traits about Karen is her upbeat and positive attitude.
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No matter how much needs to be done, she rolls up her sleeves and uses her incredible sense of humor to bring light and joy to the job. It's always a brighter day when she is at the shelter!
Thank you so much Karen for your sincere generosity and dedication to supporting all the animals in our care!
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Staff Spotlight
Meet Breanne!
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This month’s paw-sitively wonderful staff spotlight is Breanne Jessup! Breanne has been a member of our team since February 2020 and serves our shelter as an Animal Care Technician, meaning her primary responsibility is helping to care for every animal in our shelter - from monitoring animals’ health to cleaning kennels to moving animals between areas, assisting with vaccinations, washing a never-ending mountain of dishes and laundry, and assisting with other departments, Breanne’s days are never dull!
Breanne says, “My favorite part about working at the shelter is getting to be a part of each animal’s story and helping them in any way I can. I have two pets adopted from KHS." (Ellie and Charlie are pictured with her here)
The most important thing she’d like our community to know? “I would like the community to know how much love and dedication staff and volunteers give each kiddo at the shelter!”
Her supervisor shares, “Breanne is fantastic and helps KHS with her warm and welcoming approach to new team members.
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"She takes it upon herself to support new teammates in Animal Care and mentor them to help them succeed.
“Breanne’s best quality hands down is her sense of humor! She has a great personality and the best jokes! She’s also great with our community members, putting her excellent customer service skills to work helping in our Admissions Department.”
It’s a critically important role, and we’re so grateful Breanne is here to fill it with her positive attitude and caring spirit!
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Community Spotlight
Brown Bear Car Wash
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Put your paws together for our fur-bulous friends at Brown Bear Car Wash! We are thrilled to have Brown Bear Car Wash as the Presenting Sponsors of Animal Krackers, our largest and most impactful event of the year. Brown Bear Car Wash is Washington State's largest (and best!) network of car washes. They are continuously striving to make the Pacific Northwest a better place by supporting local non-profits and improving their operations to be environmentally friendly.
Thank you, Brown Bear Car Wash, for your incredible generosity and support of Kitsap Humane Society! Partners like you are critical in the success of our fundraising events and lifesaving efforts for animals in need.
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Many Thanks to Our Grand Shelter Sponsor: |
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Kitsap Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; Tax ID: 91-0728353 |
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