The holiday season is a time of year where shelters everywhere experience many “gift adoptions.” While the thought of surprising your loved ones with a long anticipated furry friend might be heartwarming, many of these gift adoptions don’t work out. Why? Because many gift adoptions are impulsive. They can also be forced – where potential… Read more
It’s Sweetheart Sunday. Please meet Poppy, a 3-year-old purebred American Bulldog! Poppy is just the sweetest, gentlest girl you’ll ever meet. Poppy has incredible manners. Watch her take treats oh-so-gently from my hand. She has irresistible eyes that will melt hearts. She’ll look up at you adoringly when you show her some… Read more
Now that it feels like we’re in the dead of winter here in the PNW, what should you do to keep your dogs happy and active? Whether it’s indoor play or outdoor play, we’re here to save you and your furry babies from being cooped up all winter long. 1. Watch out for stinging… Read more
Happy Sunday fellow animal lovers! Today, we are launching an excited weekly post called Sweetheart Sundays where we feature a pet who is still waiting for his or her furr-ific home! Our first Sweetheart Sunday is true to her title. Introducing the biggest love bug in the world, Rosalie! Her name isn’t the only thing that’s pretty about… Read more
Often times senior pets get overlooked when people want to adopt. Everyone thinks the cute little puppy or kitten will be the best addition to the family, but what about the senior pets? Older pets are just as great, if not better for making a wonderful family addition. They make the best companions and truly… Read more
Did you know that most cats love the company of others? We have a few cats who are bonded pairs here with us at Seattle Humane that we would like to show off – because two is better than one! Meet Baxter and Oliver! These handsome felines are 1-year-old male domestic shorthair kitties who enjoy… Read more
Thinking about adding a new furry friend to your family but want to start small? Or perhaps you’ve never considered a critter such as a rabbit, guinea pig or hamster because they don’t seem to have the personalities of dogs and cats? We’re here to dispel some common critter myths and offer some fun insights… Read more
