Willamette Humane Society Strengthening the bond between pets and people

Humaneitarian Award Winner To Be Announced May 23

(5/15/12) - All WHS supporters are invited to attend our annual Humaneitarian Award reception, presented by Capitol Subaru, on Wednesday, May 23, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at the Broadway Commons (located at 1300 NE Broadway) in downtown Salem. We’ll recognize this year’s nominees and announce the winner at this special dessert reception. No RSVP required; drop-ins welcome.

In its sixth year, the Humaneitarian Award recognizes a person or group who exemplifies Willamette Humane’s mission to promote the welfare of animals through leadership, education, and action. This year’s nominees are: Michelle Blake, Salem area coordinator for Fences for Fido; Randy Mills, volunteer with Willamette Humane Society; Rhonda Murray, volunteer with Salem Friends of Felines and Fences for Fido; Stacey Riggs, founder of Eagle Creek Equestrian Center & Equine Rescue; and Salem Friends of Felines. If you have questions about the Humaneitarian Award, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

WHS Declares May “Paw it Forward” Month

(4/3/12) - Willamette Humane Society (WHS) has declared May “Paw it Forward” month. Like the popular book and movie Pay it Forward, where a young boy does good deeds for three people and asks them to pay it forward to three more, Willamette Humane Society is encouraging the community to “Paw it Forward” to help shelter pets. You can show your support by participating in one or more special events held in honor of “Paw it Forward” month, which is sponsored by Mountain West Investment Corporation.

March 5 – May 5: “Performance for Our Pets” Talent Contest
Performance artists ages eight and up are invited to enter their most creative work. Cash prizes will be awarded and artists will be invited to perform live. The deadline to receive entries is May 5. Learn more.

Wednesday, May 2: First Wednesday
All are welcome to drop by Travel Salem’s Travel Café between between 5-8 p.m. and sign the “Paw it Forward” pledge. Everyone who signs the pledge receives a WHS logo bracelet. Learn more.

Saturday, May 5: Spay-ghetti Dinner
Anytime between 4:30 pm - 7 pm, visit beautiful Eola Hills Wine Cellars for a delicious “spay-ghetti” dinner to benefit the WHS Spay/Neuter Clinic. Enjoy all-you-can-eat spaghetti, bread, and a glass of wine or soda. Purchase tickets online or get them at the door.

Sunday, May 6: Pet Accessory & Clothing SWAP Meet
Do you have costumes or clothing your pet no longer needs? Would you like to pick up a few “new-to-you” items? Bring your gently used pet clothing and accessories to Nature’s Pet Market for this fun swap. Proceeds benefit WHS. Learn more.

Saturday, May 19: “Paw it Forward” Radiothon
Sponsored by Fred Meyer, Salem’s KBZY 1490 AM will broadcast live from Fred Meyer (at Market & Lancaster), 10 am to 3 pm. The community is encouraged to tune in or stop by for happy adoption “tails,” live entertainment, and hourly drawings for prizes. Learn more.

Saturday, May 19: Mayor’s Pet Parade
Pet owners and their pets are invited to join Keizer Mayor Lore Christopher and her dog for a costumed pet parade sponsored by Creekside Veterinary Clinic beginning at 9:40 am. Cost is $5 per pet and all proceeds benefit WHS. Learn more.

Wednesday, May 23: Humaneitarian Awards Reception
The Humaneitarian award recognizes community heroes who give it their all to help animals. All nominees will be recognized and the winner announced at the awards reception, presented by Capitol Subaru on Wednesday, May 23, at the Broadway Commons in Salem. Learn more.

See the “Paw it Forward” events page for more details about any of these events or call (503) 585-5900 x324.

Enroll Your Kids in Camp Paw Paw

(3/20/12) - Looking for something fun and meaningful for your kids to do this summer? Enroll them in Camp Paw Paw, Willamette Humane Society’s popular summer day camp for young animal enthusiasts. At Camp Paw Paw, children entering grades 1 through 5 learn responsible pet care and interact with shelter animals, as well as a variety of animals visitors from the community, including horses, llamas, sheep, birds and reptiles. Download the 2012 Camp Paw Paw schedule and registration form. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Camp sessions fill quickly; sign up today!

Working with Shelter Pets - A Volunteer’s Story of Salvation

(3/23/12) - Can working with animals really save someone’s life? It happened for Angel Morrow when she started volunteering at WHS and adopted her dog Bianca. Read about Angel’s story in this week’s Statesman Journal.

Beach Stay Benefits the Animals

(2/11/12) - Want to enjoy a relaxing getaway in a beautiful ocean front condo and raise money for WHS at the same time? Supporters Craig and Cherie Cline invite you to stay at their luxurious two-bedroom, two-bath condo located at Pacific Winds Condominiums in Lincoln City. For every night you stay, the Clines will donate $50 to the guests’ charity of choice as designated in the condo guestbook. You’ll also enjoy a bottle of wine, compliments of the Clines. View the condo.