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Volunteer Appreciation Week is Here!

April 19, 2021

Volunteer Appreciation Week is here and is looking, as we’ve all come to expect over the last year, a little different. 2020 was full of many challenges. COVID-19 arrived as an uninvited guest, making itself way too comfortable, unpacking all its things, and certainly overstaying its welcome. Like many other non-profits, our organization relies heavily… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week — George

Meet George! This 9-year-old, Shepherd/Hound mix has a dashing red-brown coat and a sophisticated touch of grey to his muzzle. George is a charmer. The way he offers you his paw and puts his head in your lap for pets is sure to melt your heart. While he might be a little shy at first,… Read Entire Story »

Thank You to our Dedicated Animal Control and Care Team

April 12, 2021

Animal Control Appreciation Week is April 11 – 17, and every day, our Animal Control team serves as guardians of animals and people in need throughout our community as they save lives, rescue abandoned, abused, homeless, and injured pets, and act as a resource to community members. Director of Animal Welfare and Animal Control Sarah… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week — Nina

Meet Nina! This petite, 4-year-old lady weighs only six pounds, but what she lacks in size she makes up for in “pur-sonality.” Nina is a playful, affectionate, and quirky kitty with the softest black fur, a dainty white patch on her throat, the cutest crinkled right ear, and lovely yellow-green eyes. Nina is tons of… Read Entire Story »

KHS Announces Lee Harper as Executive Director

April 6, 2021

Kitsap Humane Society (KHS) is pleased to announce Lee Harper as Executive Director. Harper succeeds Eric Stevens, who will continue to serve the shelter in a part-time role as Capital Campaign/Project Director. Under the direction of the KHS Board of Directors, with the assistance of Valtas, a local recruiting firm, and with input from shelter… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week — Dominic

April 5, 2021

Meet Dominic! Dominic is a three-year-old, handsome Pit Bull mix with the silliest but most endearing personality. Dominic loves people and is such a happy, snuggly boy. He will lean against you for pets and will always greet you with a wagging tail. His gentle soul and happiness are contagious! Dominic loves naps and cuddling up inside of… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week — Vashti and Titus

March 30, 2021

Meet Vashti and Titus! Are you looking for the most dazzling duo you’ve ever laid eyes on? Vashti and Titus are a bonded pair and would absolutely love to find the perfect forever home together! Vashti is an adorable, 6-year-old, chonky grey kitty with a love for almost anyone she meets. This sweet lady is quick to… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week — Denver

March 22, 2021

Meet Denver! Denver is our lovable, resident big-boy! He’s 100 pounds of pure sweetness. He enjoys casual strolls through our wooded trails and time to play around with his favorite squeaky toys in the yard. Once he’s all settled in at home, prepare for lots of sniffs and drool drips because he’s full of them! Denver is… Read Entire Story »

KHS Receives 36 Cats In Need from Midwest Transfer

March 15, 2021

On Wednesday, Feb. 24, Kitsap Humane Society took in 36 cats and kittens through our partners at Wings of Rescue!  Tiny kittens, young cats, and even seniors kitties were transferred to us from shelters and rescues in Tennessee and Mississippi that are currently experiencing the effects of recent winter weather as well as the pandemic…. Read Entire Story »

Loving Rescue Takes in Senior Mare

Here at KHS, we strive to create a more humane community for all, no matter how big or small. At the beginning of this year, Katie, a 24-year-old mare came to us in need of extensive care. She was very underweight, her hooves were overgrown, and one of her hips appeared arthritic, plus she needed… Read Entire Story »