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KHS Alumnus Set to Compete in 2020 American Rescue Dog Show!
February 11, 2020
A charming pup with a jutting underbite — rescued from an abandoned house and then adopted from Kitsap Humane Society — is set to compete in the nationally televised 2020 American Rescue Dog Show at 5 p.m. PST this Sunday, Feb. 16 and Monday, Feb. 17 on the Hallmark Channel. Little Otis, a Pug/Chihuahua mix,… Read Entire Story »

2019: A Banner Year!
February 7, 2020
Kitsap Humane Society had a banner year in 2019, with the opening of the new $6.2 million Pet Adoption Center and the rescue of 6,112 animals — all while achieving a lifesaving rate of 96 percent or better for the fifth year in a row! Another highlight of the year? BUNNIES! Our Animal Control Team… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Louie!
January 14, 2020
Meet Louie! Louie is a playful and spunky, 3-year-old Catahoula mix! Can’t decide if you prefer blue eyes or brown eyes? Well, with Louie you’ll have the best of both worlds! This cutie is an active dog that would love to play around in the yard with you or accompany you on runs. Louie loves… Read Entire Story »

Construction Underway for New Dog Training Center
January 7, 2020
As you know, we opened our new, 9,300-square-foot Pet Adoption Center just three months ago, and we’re still reveling in the joy of seeing shelter animals – and our customers — relaxed and happy in the new digs! Now we’re on to Phase 2-A: Construction of a new Behavior Training Center for shelter dogs who… Read Entire Story »

After More Than 2 Years at KHS, Gandalf is Home!
December 12, 2019
We have some fantastic news to share! A severely injured cat who spent more than two years at Kitsap Humane Society –longer than any other shelter pet in our care — was adopted Dec. 11 by a volunteer veterinarian who helped him finally heal. Gandalf arrived at KHS in 2017 with his collar embedded under… Read Entire Story »

Pet of the Week – Louie!
December 10, 2019
Meet Louie! Louie is a playful and spunky, 3-year-old Catahoula mix! Can’t decide if you prefer blue eyes or brown eyes? Well, with Louie you’ll have the best of both worlds! This cutie is an active dog that would love to play around in the yard with you or accompany you on runs. Louie loves… Read Entire Story »

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 »