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We raised $52,000 on Giving Tuesday!

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You read that right. Our supporters went above and beyond to help us more than double our fundraising goal on Giving Tuesday this year! Thank you to everyone who gave and fundraised on Facebook and other platforms to support our mission to save 10,000 animals each year. We are touched by the huge response to help us save lives and complete families. With this funding boost and expanded network of animal supporters, we’ll enter 2018 stronger than ever before. What a way to kick off the holidays – cheers to you and all of the shelter pets who will benefit from Giving Tuesday!

Grand Opening is next weekend!

Grand Opening Invite.jpg We did it! In ONE week we are hosting a huge celebration marking the completion of the new $30 million shelter. Thanks to you, we now have the capacity to save 10,000 pets a year in our new shelter. Come to Seattle Humane next Saturday, Dec. 9 for a full day of animal programming and festive fun.

Grand Opening festivities include:

Ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:45 a.m.
Music by our friends at KEXP
Behind-the-scenes scavenger hunt-style tours and raffle
Kitten obstacle course sponsored by evo
Preview our shelter dog playgroup program
Komo 4 TV Life Saver Rescue Race LIVE at 1 p.m.
Food trucks
Photo booth
More fun surprises!

This is not a ticketed event but a thank you to our supporters and community celebration. All are welcome! Follow our Facebook event page for updates.

Ho-Ho-Ho! Santa Paws is coming to town

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Naughty or nice, Santa loves all pets! Here's your chance for a purrfect holiday photo with your pets and Santa – plus proceeds benefit the pets at Seattle Humane:

Seattle Humane, Dec. 2 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Suggested donation of $20. All photos will be available for download online.

University Village, Dec. 4 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Proceeds from each photograph goes to helping pets in need.

Bellevue Crossroads, Dec. 14 | 4-8 p.m.
Proceeds from each photograph goes to helping pets in need.

Too many on your list, too little time?

Scrambling for last-minute gifts? Trying to give to someone who already has everything? Give a gift to Seattle Humane in honor or memory of a loved one or pet.

Your treasured someone will receive a letter or an exclusive e-card from Seattle Humane announcing your gift. This is the gift that truly keeps on giving!

Say hello to our new quarterly magazines!

Our seasonal magazines are still headed your way, but will arrive in an envelope. We’ve opted for a short and sweet version of our quarterly magazines so we can put more funds toward shelter animal care and operations. We are still committed to sharing the important work and animal stories you support. Between issues of our magazine, you can stay tuned for shelter updates and adoption stories @SeattleHumane on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Revisit your estate planning this season

Now that the holiday season is upon us, we have lots of things on our “to do” lists. What about checking off one of the larger tasks on your list – estate planning! Click here to learn how much easier you might think it is. We’re happy to help. Contact Scott Fraser, Seattle Humane’s Planned Giving Director, at scott@seattlehumane.org or 425-373-5387.

Get out there for these holiday events!

Holiday Howl - Thursday, Dec. 7

Location: Hotel Monaco, Seattle
1101 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 | 4-7 p.m.

Hit downtown Seattle next Thursday night for a festive event at the Hotel Monaco that celebrates our beloved pets. The lobby will be filled with complimentary human treats from Outlier, complimentary dog treats from the Seattle Barkery, wine from Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, and adoptable dogs from Seattle Humane. Raffle proceeds will benefit pets at Seattle Humane.

Bingo for a Cause – Friday, Dec. 8

Location: The Dane, Seattle
8000 15th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117 | 7-9 p.m.

Come play bingo for a cause! Seattle Humane was chosen as the Dane's nonprofit host for December. Rounds of bingo start at 7 p.m. and go until 9 p.m. and you can jump in at any round. Suggested donation for a card is $1.

The 12k's of Christmas – Sunday, Dec. 17

Location: Start/Finish line at Heritage Park
111 Waverly Way, Kirkland, WA 98033

Grab your friends and family for a healthy 5k or 12k run to support the health and happiness of pets at Seattle Humane! We are honored to be chosen as this year's Charity Partner. Lace up your running shoes to help our furry friends! Register here.

Meet Monty!

Meet Monty, a good-natured and loving 10-year-old Doberman Pinscher/Retriever mix who can't wait to become your loyal sidekick. This strong guy is social, always upbeat and eager to greet you with a big grin and a wagging nub. Monty is best suited for someone with an active lifestyle. Looking for a hiking or jogging partner? This is your guy! Come meet your new adventure buddy today at Seattle Humane - unconditional puppy love is just an adoption away!

As with all of our dogs, Monty has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and behavior-tested. He will go home with a certificate for an examination by a King County veterinarian and an identification tag. PLUS, most dog adoptions include 30 days of pet insurance from Trupanion and a training rebate when you complete a dog behavior course - a great way to start off on the right paw!

Bring the MaxMobile to your event

The MaxMobile – Seattle Humane’s 38-foot mobile adoption bus – travels throughout King County to visit festivals, farmers markets, pet stores, businesses, parks and schools for fun interactive events and pet adoptions. Find out when the MaxMobile’s will next be in your neighborhood here or request a visit for December and beyond by contacting the MaxMobile coordinator at MaxMobile@SeattleHumane.org.

Adoption Promotions

Seattle Humane's mission is to save lives and complete families, and we're doing just that with timely adoption promotions to help make pet companionship accessible for all!

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Home is Where Your Pet Is | Dec. 4-10

Mark your calendar for Seattle Humane's Grand Opening Celebration on Dec. 9! In honor of this special ocassion, we'll take $25 off all pet adoptions. Get ready for lots of animal fun – tours, adoptable dog play groups, kitten obstacle courses, food trucks, and more!

Whisker Wonderland | Dec. 15-17

Each cat at Seattle Humane is as unique and special as a snowflake. In the spirit of this “Whisker Wonderland,” Seattle Humane is waiving adoption fees on all cats ages 1 and up from Dec. 15-17. You’ll be filled with joy and coziness this season with your new feline snuggle buddy. Prepare to have their paw prints tracked all over your heart, just like imprints in the snow; except their love will never melt away. Cheers to making a kitty’s dreams come true – it’s purrrfection!

Bark in the Mew Year! | Dec. 29-31

Looking for a New Year’s date? No worries, we have something better. A life partner – or should we say, furry family member – from Seattle Humane in Bellevue! Take $50 off adoption fees on pets 1 year and up this weekend from Dec. 29-31. Giving an orphaned pet a loving home is definitely something to say “cheers to” as you ring in the ‘Mew’ Year! Celebrate new beginnings with a cat or dog you cherish. See adoptable pets at seattlehumane.org and let the adventures begin!

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Happy Tails from Adopters

We love adoption updates! If you've adopted a new pet this year or years ago and want to send us updates, please reach out to marketing@seattlehumane.org or follow up by tagging us on social media.

Two years of adventures and many more to come with Baxter

Today marks the second anniversary of the day we adopted our dog Baxter from Seattle Humane and my wife and I wanted to take this opportunity to say how grateful we are for the work you all do. Baxter is such an integral part of our lives, our home, and our family that it seems bizarre to remember a time when he wasn’t with us! He's exploring this continent along with us, having now seen 8 states and two territories, including the Grand Canyon! He lives a happy, healthy life with us, and brings us so much joy.

Thank you again for all you continue to do for pets in Seattle (and further afield) and thank you again for bringing Baxter into our lives. We are eternally grateful.

~Daniel & Tiffany (and Baxter)

Feelin' fantastic with Fritz

Hello!

Fritz is an amazing dog. I absolutely love him and want him to have the best life he possibly can. He sleeps with me, has learned several commands, and walks right alongside me when I take him places. He's been wonderful with people, including allowing a baby to grab his nose. He's smart, sweet, and has helped me feel like a more balanced person. I think he will be an amazing Emotional Support Animal. He just went to the beach for the first time today and loved it!

~Annika

Texas transfers snuggle and thrive in their new Seattle home

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Tommy and Oliver are doing great! They are very active, curious, and playful. They love playing with each other, chasing their toys, climbing their cat tree, looking out the window, and keeping my company when I am working in my home office. Oliver is definitely a snuggler. He is very affectionate and incredibly vocal when he wants something! He is curious and loves to play with Tommy.

Tommy is more reserved, but so funny to watch as he explores everything! Everyday he trusts a little more and now he likes to be petted and enjoys the occasional lap time. His social growth has been awesome to watch as he flourishes.

I am so happy to have these little guys in my life! They had a rough start being evacuated after Hurricane Harvey.

Thank you for all the great work you! There is no greater gift than the love of a pet.

Kindest regards,

~Dawn

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Watch us live every Wednesday on KOMO 4 News at 11:20 a.m., every Thursday on Q13 FOX News at 8:40 a.m., and every second Saturday of the month on KING 5 at 6:45 a.m.