Stay up-to-date on all the ways the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is Making Happy Happen in the shelter and out in the community! | |
Making Happy Happen: Over 220 Animals Find Loving Homes During Shelter Capacity Crisis | |
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Between June 12-16, over 220 animals found new homes thanks to you, our compassionate community, stepping up for the animals and for our shelter!
Last week, we faced an emergency: our shelter was over capacity. We had resorted to doubling and tripling kennel occupancy to keep up with the number of animals entering our outdated and aging facility. In the two weeks prior (May 28-June 11), over 500 animals had entered our shelter. We knew we had to act quickly to create life-saving space.
We issued a plea to our community, waiving adoption fees for adult dogs, adult cats, and all critters. We couldn't be more grateful to our incredible network of supporters who responded in a big way!
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Help Us Launch a Mobile Veterinary Unit! | |
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Have you heard the exciting news?! Our shelter is launching a fundraising campaign to bring a Mobile Veterinary Unit directly to underserved neighborhoods in Pierce County!
And thanks to the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, your donation will be generously matched up to $30,000 to make this historic effort possible.
This 26-foot hospital on wheels will serve communities throughout Pierce County to expand our capacity to care for shelter pets, ease community cat overpopulation, provide access to low-cost wellness care in targeted communities, and more!
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"Grit City Tails" Podcast | |
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Have you tuned into the shelter's podcast, "Grit City Tails"? Hosted by our Outreach and Humane Education team, each episode takes you behind the scenes at one of Washington's busiest animal shelters. Discover the gritty realities of animal welfare and the powerful bonds between humans and animals.
Packed with useful tips for Pierce County pet owners, "Grit City Tails" expands the reach of our resources to new audiences, as outlined in our Three-Year Strategic Plan. Join us in sharing our expertise on key topics in animal care and welfare. Our latest episode featuring Dr. Jennifer Bennett, chief veterinary officer at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, dives into the shelter's latest efforts toward increasing access to veterinary care.
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Beat the Heat: Pet Safety Tips for Hot Weather | |
As our area experiences high temperatures and hot weather advisories, it’s essential to ensure our furry friends are safe and comfortable. Check out our latest blog post with a roundup of essential tips to help keep your pets safe in the heat. | |
Safe and Sound: Pet Care Tips for the Fourth of July | |
The Fourth of July brings cookouts, summer fun, and fireworks – but it also leads to an increase in lost pets across the United States. The loud booms and bangs can easily scare pets, causing them to bolt. Let’s make sure we keep our beloved pets safe at home with these tips. | |
Vaccine and Wellness Clinic | |
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Vaccine and Wellness Clinic
June 22, 10 am - 3 pm
2608 Center Street, Tacoma, WA
Free (provided by Petco Love) and low-cost vaccines, microchips, and parasite preventatives are available for income-qualifying pet owners. Your pets deserve the best care, and we're here to make it accessible to all.
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The shelter's Outreach team always jumps at the chance to connect with the community, sharing our mission and letting people know about our services and how they can help. Swing by our booth at these upcoming family-friendly events: | |
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Care and Compassion for Animals Presentation
Saturday, June 22, 2024
1-2 pm
Milton/Edgewood Library
900 Meridian Avenue East, Suite 29, Milton, WA 98354
Bark by the Bay
Saturday, July 13, 2024
10 am-3 pm
Chambers Creek Regional Park - Central Meadows
6320 Grandview Dr. SW
University Place, WA 98467
American Cancer Society's Bark for Life Relay
Saturday, July 20, 2024
9:30 am-12 pm
Buckley Veteran's Monument Park
Buckley, WA 98321
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Grab a delicious, spicy-sweet pizza while supporting our furry friends! Puget Sound Pizza’s Hot Paw-Perroni pizza is a mouthwatering creation featuring pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, fresh basil, and a hot honey drizzle over a red sauce base. For every Hot Paw-Perroni pizza sold, they’ll donate a portion of the proceeds to our shelter! | |
If you're looking for a local real estate agent, consider Redhead Home Team! Realtor Sherry Aschenbrenner has generously offered to donate 7% of her take-home commissions to our shelter and lifesaving programs. Find her on social media @redheadhometeam or visit sherrylynn.kw.com to learn more! | |
Check out other local businesses that are making a difference for thousands of dogs, cats, and critters in your community and learn how you can Paw It Forward! | |
If you've met Cerise, well, no you haven't. He's a pretty bashful fellow, so he tends to keep undercover until he gets to know you a little better. He's enjoying his time in a foster home, where he's coming out of his shell, but he would really love to settle down with someone long-term who will give him the time and space to blossom. Could that someone be you? | |
Thank you to our Pillar of Hope Sponsor | | | | |
