Winter Hay is On the Way!

October 12, 2011

KHS’s annual hay program will be restarting shortly, applications will be available at food banks and KHS. Every winter horses in our region face huge challenges as hay prices skyrocket and the majority of our hay is shipped over the ocean. KHS helps horses in need by providing livestock feed that is subsidized by donor… Read Entire Story »

KHS Advances Nationally and Asks for Your Help!

That’s right, the latest results are in from the ASPCA $100K Challenge. Kitsap Humane Society has advanced to 12th place overall for more lives saved since August. We are currently 4th in our West Coast region, and 1st in our state. BUT, we need your help now more than ever. Currently for October, we project… Read Entire Story »

Long-Timer Felines Looking for a Second Chance

October 11, 2011

While all of the cats at Kitsap Humane Society are in need of finding their forever homes, there are four felines in particular that have been with us far too long. Misty, Miss, Scarlett and Apricat have all been at KHS for more than 100 days! As much as we love seeing their cute faces,… Read Entire Story »

Thank you for a successful Animal Krackers!

October 10, 2011

Thank you to everyone who supported our 18th Annual Animal Krackers Dinner & Auction. This year’s event was the best-ever, raising over $162,000 for the animals of KHS. These life-saving funds will help thousands of animals in our area who are lost or abandoned and in need of shelter, food, comfort and medical care. Thank… Read Entire Story »

Meow Mondays, Woof Wednesdays, Feline Fridays Continue

October 3, 2011

Our adoption specials Meow Mondays, Woof Wednesdays and Feline Fridays were so popular we’re continuing the promotions through October! Visit the shelter and save a life today! Meow Mondays – Pay no adoption fee when you adopt an adult cat (1 year or older) every Monday in October. * Woof Wednesdays – Main kennel dogs are 50 percent… Read Entire Story »

Who We Are

September 30, 2011

At the Kitsap Humane Society we all share the same goal: to ensure that all adoptable pets find a loving home. We work together and are all alike in our mission. But who are we individually? Did you know at the customer service desk we have an employee who is opening an animal sanctuary in… Read Entire Story »

Help Create Serenity and Comfort for our Pets

September 28, 2011

For some shelter pets, creating a quiet environment for relaxation and the replica of a home can be the greatest gift. Unfortunately, in many shelters, the hustle and bustle of barking dogs, strangers passing by their kennels can be too much for pets in distress to handle. Think of your pet’s enjoyment lounging in the… Read Entire Story »

Join Us for Free Pet Wellness Classes in Oct.

September 26, 2011

Starting October 8, Kitsap Humane Society is hosting free wellness classes for the public every Saturday in October! You won’t want to miss these informative sessions from our own shelter veterinarians Dr. Melissa Kehl and Dr. Jen Stonequist. The following classes are scheduled: As Your Pet Ages Sat., October 8 1—2 p.m. KHS Training Center… Read Entire Story »

Holding Up the Sky

September 23, 2011

One day an elephant saw a hummingbird lying flat on its back on the ground. The bird’s tiny feet were raised up into the air. “What on earth are you doing, Hummingbird?” asked the elephant. The hummingbird replied, “I have heard that the sky might fall today. If that should happen, I am ready to… Read Entire Story »

Worth the Wait

September 21, 2011

“He that can have patience can have what he will.” – Benjamin Franklin We saw the chairs outside of the Kitsap Humane Society a little after 8 o’clock in the morning. Sitting in them was a little boy and his mother. Knowing that a stray hold would be up on a litter of puppies at… Read Entire Story »