| Our Rescue Squad Delivered. Literally!  Our Pet Food Bank is now filled to the brim (left) and providing meals to clients like Josie (right) and her three cats. Sometimes, a simple bowl of kibble is the glue that keeps a pet and their family together. With the generous support of donors, Seattle Humane’s Pet Food Bank provides more than 82,000 lifesaving meals in our community each month—allowing hundreds of pets to stay safe at home and out of the shelters.
Last month, we sent out a message on social media that the Pet Food Bank was critically low on food, and as a result we had to suspend our normal walk-up hours. Within days, our Pet Food Bank was full thanks to donations of pet food and supplies—so full that we were able to assist more than 30 other shelters and rescues in need of support!
The generous donations we received will help clients like Josie. Josie saved three kitties from being abandoned by a neighbor. As a senior, it’s difficult to stretch her monthly budget to cover the increased cost of food for herself and her kitty companions. With the Pet Food Bank providing meals to help close the gap, she can continue caring for her sweet kitties in her home.
Learn more about Seattle Humane’s Pet Food Bank and donate to help keep bellies full and families whole this summer. Double Your Impact to Help Pets in Need  Friends like you are an important reason why we can save vulnerable pets and give them the care they deserve. And right now, your support will go twice as far to ensure we can continue to say YES to every pet looking to us for hope and healing. For a limited time, friends of Seattle Humane are offering to match your gift—up to $50,000.
The need for Seattle Humane’s help is only growing, right when our resources have been stretched thin with the rising cost of daily care and operations at our shelter. Please seize the moment and help us ensure no pet goes without the care they deserve. Thank you for your steadfast love for the animals! Get Your Tickets for Tuxes & Tails  Join us for the can’t-miss paw-ty of the year at our annual Tuxes & Tails gala on Saturday, May 18 at Fremont Studios! This spectacular evening features our beloved pet runway show, with an opportunity for guests to interact with pets throughout the evening. Our event chairs, Heather Dolin and board member Peter Segall, invite you to join our amazing community of animal advocates and pet parents in support of the cats, dogs, and critters at the shelter and in the community.
Seattle Humane is more than a shelter - we are the region's pet resource center, serving nearly 90,000 pets and people each year. Your support of the 2024 Tuxes & Tails gala will help us sustain the human-animal bond and support pets for a lifetime, even those who never come to the shelter.
Even if you can’t be with us at the gala, you can be part of Seattle Humane’s bright future by making a gift in support of our community programs that serve pets and the people who love them. Get your tickets and make a Fund-a-Need gift today by visiting TuxesandTails.org. Summer Camp Registration Opens April 5  Summertime is just around the corner! We’re excited to welcome animal enthusiasts entering 2nd through 7th grade to the shelter for camps beginning June 24. Preview schedules are available on our website and registration opens at noon on April 5.
To receive an email reminder when it’s time, please fill out this brief contact form. Reach out to the Education Services Team any time with questions! Featured Pet: Nala  Yes, we do have puppies, but have you met Nala? This good girl has 7 years of experience being fun and cuddly. She loves to play fetch, tug, go on walks and road trips to new places for walks and, when the weather is better, go for a nice swim. Puppies come and go so fast around here, and this lovely lady has been waiting with all her pittie patience for months now. Ask an adoption advisor for a meeting to see what an older dog with a few gray hairs can do! Estate Tax Changes & You: Learn from Experts  Big estate tax changes are coming. Starting at midnight on December 31, 2025, lifetime estate and gift tax exemption thresholds are set to be cut in half–potentially leading to a sharp jump in some estates' tax liability. Fortunately, there is still time to prepare for these significant changes!
Together with our partners at Schwab Charitable, Seattle Humane is hosting an in-person, free informational event at the shelter about these upcoming changes on April 22. In a panel discussion with Schwab’s experts, you’ll learn a few possible options for reducing your estate’s tax burden, including how some of those options could translate into a huge impact for the causes you care about most. This is a great opportunity to get insider knowledge on these significant tax changes, start to make a plan for you and your family, and enjoy a night at the shelter in good company! Heavy appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
We expect seats to fill quickly, so RSVP today! Learn more and RSVP for this free event, Monday, April 22, 5-7 p.m., here. Cat Declawing Banned in Tacoma, Washington Beginning March 31  The Tacoma City Council on December 5, 2023 voted to ban the practice of declawing cats except when conducted by a licensed veterinarian for therapeutic or medical purposes. This groundbreaking decision not only makes Tacoma the first city in the state to put an end to this inhumane procedure but also stands as a testament to the power of collaboration between local government, animal welfare organizations and community.
We are so proud of The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County for championing this ban and being a voice for the animals. We ap-PAW-ed you!
Read more about this historic win. Upcoming Events and Workshops Puppy Play Skills Sessions Offered Wednesday evenings and weekends
Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 We recognize that properly socializing young puppies is imperative to their future wellbeing. Because of this, we offer a comprehensive puppy program that includes Puppy Play Skills sessions for puppies 8-22 weeks of age. These sessions have been carefully planned to support young puppies while they learn important communication and behavior skills. Each session is $25 and 45 minutes long. Learn more and register here. Wiggle & Wag Storytime Saturday, March 16 | 1–2 p.m.
Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 Bring your little ones to the shelter on select Saturdays to play and learn together. We’ll read a story together, work on a craft, and practice respect and appreciation for pets. Wiggle & Wag Story Time is for 3-7 year-olds and there is some “wiggle room” for older or younger siblings. Adult supervision is required. The cost is $15 per family. Drop-ins accepted as space allows. Register here. Leash Reactivity Seminar Sunday, March 17 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 Do you have a dog who barks excessively while you're trying to have a nice relaxing walk? It is highly likely they are suffering from a type of reactivity called leash reactivity. Leash reactivity is a common behavior issue and one that can be overwhelming for even the most experienced dog owner. In this 90-minute seminar you will learn what reactivity is, the reason your dog might become reactive and how to start helping them right away. Cost: $37.50. Learn more and register here. Resource Guarding Seminar Sunday, March 30 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 Does your beloved dog cherish their things more than you? Does your dog growl or show their teeth when you approach them while they are eating? Then this informative seminar is for you! Learn all about this normal but sometimes problematic behavior and how to help your dog guard less. In this seminar you will learn about the causes of resource guarding, the dangers and when to seek help. Cost: $37.50. Register here. Spring Break Workshop for Young Teens Tuesday, April 9 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Seattle Humane, 13212 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 Young Teen workshops are for youth currently in grades 5-7 to socialize with other animal lovers while learning about how animal shelters operate and working on service activities together. Earns three hours of community service. Cost: $105. Register here. |
