Founded in 1868, Oregon Humane Society is the Northwest's oldest and largest animal welfare organization, with one of the highest adoption rates in the nation. An independent 501(c)3 nonprofit, OHS is not affiliated with any national organization. OHS receives no government funding and relies on donor support to provide our programs and services across Oregon.
Community Services
- OHS finds homes for more than 11,000 animals a year.
- OHS Humane Officers rescue neglected and abused animals, investigating about 1,000 criminal reports annually.
- The OHS medical team provides free and low-cost spay and neuter surgeries for thousands of pets owned by low-income families.
- In the state capitol, OHS is the driving force behind efforts to improve laws that protect animals and punish offenders.
Visit
oregonhumane.org for more information.