The holidays always bring out a bounty of rich, temping foods, but don’t let Fido’s pleading puppy dog eyes or the cat’s hard stare at your plate fool you into thinking they can and should share in all parts of the feast. Even a small portion of the wrong food can send your pet to… 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
It’s that time of year when everyone is suffering from post-holiday blues. No more twinkling lights and festive music to make the weather warmer. The next few months might have us longing for the magic of Pacific Northwest summers! But humans aren’t the only species dreaming of warmer months, here are six fluff-bugs who’ve had… Read more
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
Heart frozen this holiday season? Bad case of the Seattle Freeze? These furry friends are guaranteed to melt the ice around your hearts. 1. This insanely kissable fluffy dude with adorable small feet. hjghjg 2. And this mischievous scout plotting an assassination. hjghjg 3. This smooshy pup grinning and bearing it all for Santa.… Read more
Every Thanksgiving, pets everywhere are popping their cute heads over kitchen counters. It’s hard to resist those cute big eyes begging for a taste. And while we all love to spoil our pets, here are some guidelines to follow to keep your fur babies healthy and happy: 1. Keep Food Away from your Pet’s Reach… Read more
“If we are to reach [the] world… we shall have to begin with children.” — Mahatma Gandhi At Seattle Humane, we recognize the importance of fostering and nurturing our community’s youth with lifelong skills. Leadership, advocacy, and compassion are just some of the skills we are looking to support in our youth. That’s why we… Read more