As a nonprofit, Homeward Pet Adoption Center is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Members of the board represent a broad scope of professions with a commitment to animal welfare. With the new year and new board terms of service on the horizon, we are excited to announce the appointment of Marika Bell as Homeward Pet’s Board President for 2020….
Duvall Veterinary Hospital strives to be a place that animals want to visit. Staff vet technician and practice manager Camille talks happily of Becky, a lab who visits weekly. “You can hear Becky before you see her,” says Camille. “She’s so happy to be coming here that we can hear her barking from a block…
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…
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 to be…
Dear Friend of Homeward Pet, Happy New Year! And happy 30th Anniversary for Homeward Pet Adoption Center! As we head into 2020, we not only reflect on the past 30 years—and we’ve helped thousands of animals find safe homes—but also look toward our future and a vision to help even more. We want to share…
If you tell Sassafras she’s 14 years old, she will quickly prove to you that age is just a number. In fact, she may even sing that throwback tune “age ain’t nuthin’ but a number.” Throw a ball for her (bouncy ones are her favorite) and watch how quickly she moves. She’ll sprint right after…
The cat’s out of the bag: TricorBraun Flex’s (formerly Pacific Bag) design and packaging services are polished to meet your needs. It isn’t all business, though; the company also has a strong philanthropic spirit. We’re fortunate to have a number of local and longtime supporters like them. Just a few minutes down the road from…
Start the year off right with the 2020 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!
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Today is Giving Tuesday, and the cats and dogs have set up a friendly, bipartisanly adorable competition to finally answer a pressing question: are there more cat people or dog people? Donate now by clicking on the photos to cast your voting ballot—thanks to you, all cats and dogs can be winners! Each dollar…