Growing up with pets all their lives, Carol Anderson and Eric Botterbusch can’t imagine living in a home without furry companions. Their love for pets inspired their commitment to organizations that promote animal welfare. Carol and Eric’s involvement with Seattle Humane first began when they attended “Walk for the Animals” with their adopted rescue dog,… Read more
By Deinah Storm Dogs are among the smartest creatures to walk this earth. In fact, many of them have intelligent moments so amazing that it would leave you with your mouth hanging wide open. Just take a look at the five stories below and see for yourself. SABRI: Behind Enemy Lines Trained to detect IEDs… Read more
Warm up during this winter freeze with extra love Brrr…it’s cold out there! Warm your heart and home by showing your furry housemates just how much you love them. With their overflowing affection and snuggles, pets make the best Valentines. Who deserves to be spoiled more than our devoted furry companions? Here are six ways… Read more
When times are tough, here’s how we can help When people suffer, pets do too. That’s why Seattle Humane collects, packages and distributes between 16,000 to 18,000 pounds of pet food every month through the Pet Food Bank. The Pet Food Bank serves more than 2,000 families at dozens of pick-up locations throughout King County.… Read more
What we’re doing and how you can help! We’re prepared to accept up to 300 dogs and cats from California animal shelters following the devastating wildfires that have left families and their pets stranded. Seattle Humane will receive animals from several flights over the next month. Staff and volunteers will also drive to California to physically… Read more
The bounty of rich, tempting foods at Thanksgiving can pose health hazards to our four-legged friends, making Thanksgiving a busy time for emergency veterinary clinics. Keep your pets healthy and safe this holiday season! Seattle Humane urges pet guardians to follow five common sense tips to keep pets healthy and happy during the holiday fun and festivities:… Read more
Halloween is just around the corner. It’s a time of excitement for kids and families alike. But don’t forget your furry animals in the hustle and bustle of trick-or-treating! Here are 7 pet tips to keep your furry babies safe, happy, and calm during your festivities: 1. Separate Trick-or-Treaters and Pets. Unless your furry… Read more
Hurricanes strike far from the West Coast, but in the animal welfare community, the effects are felt everywhere. Seattle Humane remains a dedicated player in national recovery efforts. By October of 2017, Seattle Humane took in hundreds of pets in the aftermath of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. Thanks to your generosity, all of these… Read more
Who doesn’t love a puppy? Adorable, floppy, and downright goofy, every home cherishes these early days. But with puppyhood comes… potty training. Follow our six simple steps to build a strong potty training foundation with your pup. 1. Crate Train. Dogs are natural den dwellers and most will seek a “den” of their own. Crates often… Read more
Grab your sneakers! Our annual Chubby Cat promotion is back! We’re offering a $1 per pound discount on cats one year and up to encourage animal lovers to welcome a furry workout buddy into their hearts and homes. If you have a chubby cat at home, or are thinking of adopting one, check out our… Read more