1990 – 1998: Founding & First Years In 1990, Homeward Pet – originally named Hooterville Pet Safehaus after an old cartoon – was founded on the belief that every adoptable animal would eventually find a safe, caring home. Our founder, Peggy Barnish, saw a need for a shelter without time limits in Greater Seattle. Euthanasia…
At first, it looked like Sam’s stay with Homeward Pet would be brief… Meet Sam! She is a curious, active, and playful Shepherd mix who, these days, enjoys taking road trips and wilderness hikes with her new forever family. Sam’s story began as a shelter transfer from the Yakima Valley last December. She was an…
Start the year off right with the 2021 Homeward Pet calendar! Filled to the brim with Homeward Pet alumni, events, and important dates, this is a great way to support the homeless cats and dogs in our care. Get yours today!
This holiday season, join Homeward Pet for our annual Holiday Pet Food Drive to help homeless animals and families in need in our community. This year, there are three ways to donate: Order supplies through our Amazon Wish List (our preferred contactless option!). Through December 31st, drop off your generous dog or cat food donation at any…
On Giving Tueday, you’ll hear the story of Mason, a cat whose life was saved because of kind-hearted animal lovers. This year, we’re hoping you’ll be able to help us raise $46,000. $30,000 will replenish Whoopi’s Fund, which is dedicated to animals with special medical needs, while $16,000 will be used to purchase a dental…
Good dogs, bad sweaters, and great wine…online! Honestly, has there ever been a year when you needed wine more? We won’t be able to gather in person this year, but we want to bring some adorable animal photos, fine wine, and holiday brightness into your home! All proceeds from this event go to helping our…
In the current virtual world, we were looking for the best way to bring some joy to our supporters and give animal lovers a new way to shop for the holidays. We thought an art auction could be just the right fit! After all, it’s been almost a full year of staying home and seeing the same…
Do you turn into a slug during our Pacific Northwest falls and winters? Finding yourself spending too much time lounging on the sofa and not enough time getting outside and exploring nature? This time of the year it’s easy to let the long nights and rainy days get the best of you, but with Miller…
Roxy is a 6-year-old lab mix looking for a very particular type of home. With a budget of unlimited face kisses and a career in modeling, can Roxy find the quiet bungalow she’s been looking for? After arriving and doing an initial interview with the Homeward Pet House Hunting Team, Roxy let us know a…
A special thanks goes out to VCA Sno-Wood Animal Hospital for being this month’s e-newsletter sponsor! VCA is a wonderful supporter and veterinary partner who regularly provides Homeward Pet with discounted consultations, x-rays, and emergency care for our shelter cats and dogs. Here are a few words from VCA themselves: “VCA Sno-Wood is very happy…