Dani Bell isn’t kitten around when it comes to her time volunteering at Homeward Pet. She has been a valued volunteer at Homeward Pet Adoption Center since 2011 and has dedicated her time and energy to Washington animal welfare organizations for more than a decade. As a foster, Dani opens her home and heart, providing care for hundreds of animals,…
Break out your Hawaiian shirts, slide on your flip flops and slip away for an afternoon in paradise with Homeward Pet. Taste some of the Northwest’s finest beer and enjoy music, small bites, festive activities and more in the company of your canine pals.
Homeward Pet Adoption Center relies on its supporters to transform the lives of homeless animals in our community. Because you are such an important part of this organization, I want to provide you with an update regarding a recent change in leadership. As of June 19, 2018, Gary Rubin has resigned from his position as…
With Take Your Dog to Work Day today, June 22, many companies are preparing for visits from employees’ canine pals…but why not have every day be dog-friendly? Claudia Melzig, founder of dogsatwork.pro, always loved the presence of pups, having felt the loving companionship of dogs her whole life. It was only natural that she began…
There are two immediately striking things about Hector: his big ears and just how much he wants to cuddle. “He’s transformed into such a great dog,” says Lara, a member of Homeward Pet’s Dog Behavior team. “He loves to snuggle and get in your lap. You could get satellite TV from those ears!” Each week, members of…
“Do you want to pet one of the softest cats in the world?” That’s how Megan, a Homeward Pet Adoption Counselor, describes Tinkerbell—and, once you scratch her behind the ears, you’ll know it’s the truth. Megan felt drawn to Tinkerbell as soon as she arrived at Homeward Pet, nearly four months ago. “I mean, her…
Paws, purrs, and whiskers, oh my! June is Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat Month! Come meet our fantastic felines—whether you’re looking for a playful buddy to play laser tag with or a gentle senior to curl up with you and your Netflix queue, our adoption counselors will help you on your search for a lifelong furry companion who’s right…
Last Saturday, the cats and dogs of Homeward Pet took center stage. As the deep blue lights shone on the stage and canopy lights graced the auction tables, guests knelt to scratch shelter pups behind the ears. Tiny mews and purrs sounded from the Kitten Cuddle Corner. The Spirit Roulette wheel spun; old friends reconnected…
On Seattle’s biggest day of giving, you raised $33,806.00 for animals. This generosity helps with so much, from small procedures like ear cleanings and vaccinations to major surgeries like ACL repairs and dental care. For animals like the nine rescued from an overcrowded house—cats Slate, Kaos, Bumpy, Alexander, and dogs Ruby, JR, and Chichi—this care…
Jordan, founder of Bella’s Voice Thrift Store, knew she’d found the right cat for her when she spied Bella all the way at the top of the rows of cat kennels at Seattle-Tacoma Humane Society. When Jordan brought tiny, five-pound Bella home, her outgoing personality shined: she lept right onto the table and batted Jordan’s…