The Humane Society Tacoma and Pierce County

Linda Santos holding a shelter pup. Meet Linda Santos! Linda has been volunteering at the shelter for almost 10 years and helps make it possible...

Jessica and Barrett. When Jessica walked into the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County 11 years ago, she came across a sweet pup that...

Bradley caring for a shelter cat. Meet our Foster Care Lead, Bradley Barton! Bradley oversees the shelter’s dog, cat, and critters foster programs.  Q. What...

Nala “We were frantically looking for her.” As pet owners, we never think it can happen to us, but sadly 1 in 3 pets will...

As our area experiences high temperatures and hot weather advisories, here are a few tips to help keep your pets safe in the heat: Never leave...

Clyde first arrived at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Sunny and temperatures above 75 isn’t just the perfect weather for humans, it’s...

With Fourth of July celebrations right around the corner and July marking the start of Petco Love’s Lost Pet Prevention Month, here are some helpful...

[embedded content] Rufus is the biggest cuddle bug who loves people. He loves meeting people and leaning in to get good pets. He enjoys being...

The shelter will be closed for the Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 4. If you find a stray pet over the holiday, please keep them separate from your...

Diana and her partner, both foster parents at the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County. Meet Diana Sharon! Diana fosters shelter pets who need...