News Briefs
Adopt a Cat for “Better than FREE” on Friday, July 3
In honor of the Independence Day holiday, Willamette Humane Society is waiving the adoption fee for any adult cat (6 months or older) adopted from the shelter or from Helping Paws on Friday, July 3. The special adoption promotion includes all of the benefits of our regular adoption package including a certificate for the spay/neuter surgery, exam by a participating veterinarian, initial vaccinations, microchip, personalized ID tag, 45 days of pre-paid health insurance and a temporary collar and carrier. The special offer is valid on Friday, July 3 only. If you can’t make it to the shelter or Helping Paws on Friday, don’t worry! You can still adopt an adult cat for only $20 or a kitten for only $30 throughout the month of July at WHS.
It’s a Feline Frenzy! Fabulous Cat and Kitten Adoption Specials Featured in July
It’s the height of “kitten season” and Willamette Humane Society (WHS) is asking Salem and surrounding area residents to open their hearts and homes to one of the many felines currently available for adoption at the WHS shelter or at Helping Paws. During the month of July, WHS will offer a reduced adoption fee of $20 for any adult cat (six months or older) and $30 for any kitten. Every adoption includes a certificate for the spay/neuter surgery, health exam by a participating veterinarian, personalized ID tag, microchip, initial vaccinations, de-worming, 45 days of pre-paid pet health insurance, and a temporary collar and carrier.
WHS staff anticipate that the special promotion will help some of its long-term residents find loving homes, including DaVinci, a five-year-old orange and white tabby cat, who has been a shelter resident since late February. When DaVinci arrived at the shelter as a stray, his fur was heavily matted and he had to be shaved. Today, he’s healthy, his coat has grown back to its original softness, and he’s ready to find a new home.
From tabbies to tortoiseshells, WHS has a wide variety of cats and kittens to choose from. See photos and descriptions of available cats and kittens, or call
(503) 585-5900 for more information.
Keep Pets Safe On the 4th
Intake at shelters across the nation often spikes dramatically around the 4th of July holiday. Pets who would not normally try to escape from their homes become overwhelmed by the onslaught of the noise caused by fireworks. By taking a few simple precautions, pet owners can decrease the chance of losing their pet during the Fourth of July holiday.
1. Keep your pet indoors in a sheltered, quiet area. This goes for both the actual 4th of July holiday and the days leading up to it. Many people begin letting fireworks off in their neighborhoods many days before the actual holiday, so keep your pets in mind the days leading up to the big day.
2. If you know your pet gets seriously distressed by loud noises, consult with your veterinarian. He or she may prescribe medications or suggest an anti-anxiety supplement. Many all-natural, anti-anxiety supplements are available over the counter in pet stores like Davenport’s Den.
3. Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. Pets who become frantic may injur themselves climbing over fences or get wrapped up in a rope or chain, causing serious injury.
4. Make sure pets are wearing identification tags. And make sure the information on the tag is current. If your pet does get lost, having proper identification will greatly improve the chances that he or she will be returned to you.
If your pet becomes lost during the 4th of July, be sure to see our Lost & Found section for help locating him or her.
Tickets On Sale Now for WHS Night with the Volcanoes
Enjoy a great night of family fun this summer and support Willamette Humane Society at the same time. Be there when the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes take on the Eugene Emeralds on Wednesday, July 15.
Reserved seat tickets are just $10 each and include seating for all WHS friends in a special VIP section and a free baseball. Three dollars of each ticket sold benefits Willamette Humane Society. If WHS sells 250 tickets or more, we will also receive special recognition at the event, including a spotlight on adoptable pets, the opportunity to throw out the ceremonial first pitch, running of the bases, and more. Tickets are on sale now in Davenport’s Den, the WHS Thrift Store and at Helping Paws. Or, you can purchase tickets by phone at (503) 585-5900, ext. 660, for an additional $1 handling fee per ticket.
Enroll Now for Summer Behavior & Training Classes
Could your pup’s manners use a little polish? Summer is a great time to take your dog out and about, but if he needs a little improvement greeting other dogs, walking on a leash, or responding to your commands, enroll him in a behavior & training course. WHS proudly offers Puppy Kindergarten, Dog 101, 201, and other classes. Private consultations are also available to help owners address specific concerns. All classes and consults are taught by Certified Pet Dog Trainer Annie Ingersoll. Learn more and see the complete schedule of classes for the summer.
Coping with Kitten Season: How You Can Help
As warm weather arrives, Willamette Humane Society and other animal welfare organizations across the nation prepare to deal with “kitten season” – the time of year (approximately May through October) when unspayed cats give birth to kittens. Resources are often stretched to the limits as shelters across the nation are inundated with homeless cats and kittens. Here are a few ways you can help during this critical time:
Got Stuff? Donate it to Our Thrift Stores
Once you’ve finished your spring cleaning and organizing, don’t forget to donate your gently used clothing, household items, jewelry, collectibles and furnishings (in good condition) to either of our two thrift stores. Both the WHS Thrift Store (548 High St. NE in downtown) and Helping Paws thrift and pet supply (3298 Lancaster Dr. NE) will gladly accept donations during regular store hours. All proceeds benefit the animals at Willamette Humane Society.
Volunteer’s “Dog Blog” Draws Rave Reviews; See Her Videos of Adoptable Dogs
A few months ago, WHS volunteer Martha Russell started blogging about the dogs she meets each week in her role as a volunteer dog handler. Not only was her blog recognized by the Statesman Journal as one of the best on their website, more than one dog has found a loving new home thanks to Martha. She also recently added video footage on YouTube; check it out!
Tune in to CCTV to Meet Adoptable Pets
If you subscribe to Comcast Cable, tune in to CCTV (Capital Community Television) Channel 23 to see adoptable animals featured at Willamette Humane Society. Each week, you’ll meet some of the terrific cats, dogs, rabbits and other small pets who are ready to find their new homes. New shows run each Thursday at 8:30 p.m.; Fridays at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.; Saturdays at 10:30 a.m; and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. on CCTV.
Beach Stay Benefits Spay/Neuter Clinic
Want to enjoy a stay at the Oregon Coast and help build the spay/neuter clinic at the same time? Craig and Cherie Cline, lead contributors to the WHS spay/neuter clinic, will donate a portion of the proceeds from each booking at their new condominium (called Sandcastles and Sunsets) to WHS’s spay/neuter clinic, when condo guests identify WHS as their chosen charity in the condo’s guestbook. The two-bedroom, two-bath condo is located at Pacific Winds Condominiums in Lincoln City and features a private deck with a hot tub, ocean views, two Select Comfort king size beds, stainless steel appliances, a gas fireplace, and other amenities. To book your stay, call Blue Pacific Vacation Rentals 1-877-459-3287 or visit their website. Be sure to ask for the Sandcastles and Sunsets condo. There is a two-night minimum stay. Sorry, pets are not allowed.
