The Joy of Volunteering

December 6, 2019

On a recent weekday before the shelter was open, volunteer Connie Babers (right), sat inside a kennel to visit a toothless little dog named Moose. As she cooed and cuddled, he relaxed and closed his eyes. In a little while, she visited another dog in need. It’s the kind of tenderness shared with shelter pets daily, thanks… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Maple!

December 3, 2019

Meet Maple! Maple is a darling senior girl who is about 12 years old. She has an adorable face, soft fluffy fur, and a sweet personality! You’ll find this cutie lounging around on her favorite shelf and taking a catnap, curled up in her cozy blankets. Once you say hello to her she’ll pop out… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Princess Bella!

November 26, 2019

Meet Princess Bella! Princess Bella ( Pet ID: 89115) is a sweet one-year-old black and white pittie mix who is searching for her loving forever home. Princess Bella has had a tough time settling into the shelter and can be nervous with new people, but once you’ve gained her trust she’ll run zoomies all over… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Aristotle!

November 19, 2019

Meet Aristotle! Aristotle is a handsome 10-year-old cat who is looking for a patient and loving home where he can take his time to settle in and show his true colors. He can be a little unsure of new situations and frightened by loud noises, so he would thrive better in a home that’s nice… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Lucas!

November 12, 2019

Meet Lucas! Lucas is an adorable 2-year-old Border Collie mix with an active and silly personality. He would make an excellent hiking, walking, and running companion and adventure buddy! Lucas is a super smart boy who already knows basic commands such as, “sit”, “paw” and “stay”! However, practice makes perfect and Lucas would love to… Read Entire Story »

New Pet Adoption Center Grand Opening Celebration October 26!

October 22, 2019

Kitsap Humane Society welcomes the community to a special grand opening celebration and open house on Oct. 26, showcasing the spacious new $6.2 million Pet Adoption Center and pets available for adoption! Come see how happy and relaxed the adorable animals are in their new digs! The fun begins at 11:45 a.m. with a brief… Read Entire Story »

Animal Krackers Raises $500,000 for Animals!

October 1, 2019

More than 440 animal lovers in all their finery raised a whopping $500,000 for shelter pets at Kitsap Humane Society’s 26th annual Animal Krackers gala Sept. 28. Funds from the gala will provide lifesaving care and support for the more 6,500 animals who come through the doors of Kitsap Humane Society every year. The evening… Read Entire Story »

Volunteer Sets Adoption Record: 3,000 Cats!

September 11, 2019

When volunteer George Luzik recently matched a tiny gray tabby kitten named Molly with an adoring customer, it was his 3,000th cat adoption at Kitsap Humane Society – an all-time record! Luzik has volunteered at Kitsap Humane Society for six years, and his milestone adoption occurred Aug. 29, during the height of kitten season. This… Read Entire Story »

We’re Proud to Share Mid-Year Highlights!

August 1, 2019

We’re halfway through 2019, and proud to share the way your support has enabled us to provide innovative programs and services that are improving the lives of people and pets in our community!   January Launched the Pet Protection Program, which provides temporary housing and care for cats when their owners need help due to… Read Entire Story »

Kitsap Humane Society Assists with Dog in Tree Rescue

Kitsap Humane Society Animal Control officers never know what kind of call they’ll get – night or day. But Officer Amber Simons never expected to get an emergency call to rescue a dog stuck on a tree that was suspended 25-feet in the air after falling in a storm. Experienced in working complex animal rescues,… Read Entire Story »