Whatcom Humane Society

18/01/2025

You can't have a birthday party without a proper birthday cake. Thanks to Nessa's Pet Pastries, Zane (and his sister Luna . . . and mom WHS director Laura Clark) had a cake tasting session with 3 different gourmet dog cakes in preparation for next weeks big birthday party. Tough decision, picking just one!

Zane has a very busy weekend and week ahead as his 15th birthday celebration continues and he takes time to say thanks and give back to the many people and businesses that have helped him along the way.

To celebrate along with him, learn more about his amazing and inspiring story, and provide needed support to Whatcom Humane Society and the domestic, wild and farm animals currently in care, visit www.whatcomhumane.org/zanes-fabulous-15th-birthday-giving-back-celebration/

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18/01/2025

Happy CATurday from our current longest feline resident Ruby - who is looking for her forever home.

Ruby arrived to WHS last summer (you read that right - last summer!). After she arrived, she then gave birth. She was sent to a wonderful volunteer foster home for several weeks to quietly raise her kittens. She and the litter returned to the shelter in the fall and all her kittens were adopted, but Ruby has been patiently waiting to find her person ever since.

Ruby is not a lap cat - instead preferring to receive attention on her own terms.

Ruby is an independent, quiet cat who prefers to have her space. She wants to be in your world and apart of your family. Something really important to Ruby is that she really wants her personal autonomy to be respected. She's very intelligent and wants to have a choice of when she gets petted. The best way to win Ruby over is to take it slow and talk with her. Hold the brush out to her and she will rub against it and purr. She also likes feather toys, and is also a huge fan of cat nip toys.

Ideal Home: Ruby’s ideal home would be low traffic, with patient and cat savvy people who are willing to have patience with Ruby while she lets her guard down and learns to trust. Ruby may never be a lap cat. She is shy but social, sweet, silly and beautiful.

If Ruby sounds like a purrrrfect companion for your home, visit Tuesday thru Sunday 11am - 6pm or contact us at: [email protected].

18/01/2025

WHS staffer Victoria took advantage of a sunny afternoon and day off ... and took shelter dog Stryder for an off-site outing and adventure. They went on a hike near Lake Whatcom, played some tug-of-war and stopped for a pup cup before returning to the shelter. A doggone great time was had by all. ❤🐾

Stryder is a 1 year old male Shepherd/Husky/Mix that is having a hard time in the shelter. He has endless amounts of energy and can be a bit reactive and mouthy in the kennels and around other dogs. This handsome guy would benefit from a very active person that is looking for a bit of a "project dog."

Stryder would do well as an only-child in a rural environment where he can run, play and have a job. He will be an amazing best friend for the right person. For more info, visit www.whatcomhumane.org

17/01/2025

THE SUN IS SHINING AND OUR THRIFT SHOP IS FULL OF SO MUCH GREAT STUFF!

NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC TUESDAY THRU SATURDAY 10AM - 5PM.

DONATIONS ACCEPTED TUE-SAT 10AM - 4PM.

CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY

Big Sales All Month Long!

Stop by, shop, donate and support.

The WHS Thrift Shop is located on Birchwood Avenue between Northwest & Meridian (same parking lot as the now closed Big Lots).

For more info, contact the WHS Thrift Shop directly at 360-543-6792.

17/01/2025

It's that time of year!!! Dr. Monroe is telling us the majority of recent feline spay uteruses are showing signs of "heat". Get your cats scheduled today to prevent unwanted and unnecessary litters of kittens tomorrow. Visit www.spayneuternw.com to schedule your appointment. "Saving lives through spay and neuter"

17/01/2025

Zane's big 15th birthday celebration continues. Local positive, reward based dog trainer Michael Nichols stopped by earlier in the week to hang out with Zane and go for a walk. Michael and Zane go way back ... for many years Michael worked with Zane weekly to help socialize, exercise and train him. The two had not seen one another for some time and Zane was SO EXCITED to hang out with his friend and thank him for all he does for dogs in our community. 🐾❤🐕

Zane is half-way through his 15 days of giving birthday celebration with so many more exciting appointments on his schedule.

To support him and help Whatcom Humane Society provide care for dogs like Zane vist www.whatcomhumane.org/zanes-fabulous-15th-birthday-giving-back-celebration/

17/01/2025

Our colleagues and rescue partners at Alternative Humane Society could use some support and assistance. If you are able to help, please consider doing so.

Trigger warning to follow.

Just five days ago we announced that we had ten happy and healthy puppies born into our foster care. All had been gaining weight, seemingly healthy, and stronger with each minute of each day. They were boogying around, wrestling, wagging their tails and had individual personalities coming out.

Until yesterday, late afternoon, when we lost four of the puppies to distemper. It came on unexpectedly and has been heartbreaking for all involved. The four that are no longer with us are being cremated at Radiant Heart After-Care for Pets.

Mama Rosie is doing well and has been an absolute angel throughout it all. The remaining six may or may not be able to fight this off. However, they are on antibiotics now in case pneumonia develops. So far, they are doing well. We are starting to bottle feed, prioritizing the runt. None are in distress currently.

There is no treatment available for distemper.

We are here to ask for help and support from our community again.

*UPDATE: We have graciously been given enough milk replacer. Thank you all!🤎 Currently we are completely out of milk replacer. ‘Esbilac Puppy Milk Replacer Powder, newborns to 6 weeks’ can be purchased and placed in our donation bin at Petco off of Bakerview, in Bellingham.

Please let this be your sign to get your dogs vaccinated. This was entirely preventable, had Mama Rosie been vaccinated, (we could not vaccinate her while pregnant or nursing.) We host free clinics and have resources for those in need.

Animal Emergency Care, Bellingham Maplewood Animal Hospital

17/01/2025

The Marvelous Miss Mabel heard a rumor that there is a children's book AND a documentary being made about her incredible story. She has some thoughts . . .

www.whatcomhumane.org

17/01/2025

We are so excited to announce this year's Whatcom Humane Society Woof & Whiskers honorees:

Gearheads of Whatcom County
For their generous longtime support of Whatcom Humane Society and other community organizations through their annual classic car show.

Whatcom Million Trees Project
For their diligent hard work and ongoing efforts at the WHS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center planting hundreds of tree saplings to help transform 12 acres of hay field into native tree canopy and restore wildlife habitats.

Penny Wise
For opening her heart and home to Mabel the cow and providing invaluable assistance to Whatcom Humane Society staff and volunteers during Mabel's legendary rescue.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon as we say THANKS to these wonderful groups and individuals for going above and beyond to help animals in our shelters and community.

Tickets to our annual Woof & Whiskers Awards Luncheon are FREE, but space is limited. Reserve your seat today by visiting

https://whatcomhumane.org/woof-whiskers-2025/

16/01/2025

Okay, we confess: WHS director Laura Clark's dog Zane is having such a BUSY week that his "PR team" is running a little behind in keeping everyone updated on his doggone fabulous 15th birthday celebration activities. An update from earlier in the week . . .

Tuesday Treats at the Whatcom County Prosecutor's Office

Zane paid a visit to say THANKS and deliver some tasty treats (from Rome Grocery & Bakery on Mount Baker Hwy!) to some of his favorite humans and humane heroes at the Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

The Prosecutor's Office works tirelessly to not only protect the rights of people but also to protect and advocate for animals, as Zane knows from personal experience. Zane is grateful for all they do to help two and four-legged members of our community and their efforts to hold those that commit crimes against animals accountable for their actions.

Zane spent time visiting with some super cool staff in the office and sat down for a quick meeting with Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney Eric Richey, Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecutor Erik Sigmar, and Assistant Chief Criminal Deputy Dona Bracke. He had alot to say!

To learn more about Zane's 15th Birthday "Give Back" Celebration and activities and to support Whatcom Humane Society in helping animals like Zane, visit www.whatcomhumane.org/zanes-fabulous-15th-birthday-giving-back-celebration/

16/01/2025

UPDATE: ADOPTED!!!!!!!!

Ellamay the tortoise is hanging out at our Division Street shelter hoping to find a new best friend and home to call her own. She will require a person experienced with tortoise care (or willing to learn) and with the resources to provide her with a roomy enclosure, proper diet, exercise, vet care as needed and tlc.

For more info contact us at [email protected] or 360-733-2080 x 0.

16/01/2025

At the end of a long day yesterday, animal care supervisor and rockstar Leila stayed late to check in last minute surrenders Pogo (tabby) and Monty (tuxedo) - a pair of 8 week old bonded pair of kittens. Both kittens were covered in fleas and dirt, hungry and needing some major tlc. They were bathed and grooming, then vaccinated, given flea treatment and wormed. - followed by a tasty meal and a warm bed.

They are now feeling, looking and smelling much better - and will be available for adoption, looking for a forever home together. Before going home with a new adopter, they will be spayed, neutered and microchipped (a permanent form of id).

Our adoption kennels are open Tuesday thru Sunday 11am - 6pm.

www.whatcomhumane.org

16/01/2025

Cold, damp weather doesn't slow down the rowdy dogs at the shelter. Sven (1 year old male German Shepherd) and Caesar (young male mixed breed) had the opportunity to get out of their kennel and enjoy some serious wrestle, play activity. Our daily playgroups are invaluable in keeping the shelter dogs mentally and physically active. Both Sven and Caesar are dogs that would benefit from homes that are active, experienced with dogs, looking for adventure buddies and have the time, energy and patience to invest in a young dogs future. Visit www.whatcomhumane.org to learn more about the many wonderful dogs currently available for adoption - or stop by the shelter Tuesday thru Sunday 11am - 6pm.

16/01/2025

Buddy is still looking for a purrrfect new home. Is it you????

Buddy is a 7 year old neutered male tabby looking for a low-key, adult home to call his own. Buddy has lived his best life with his best friend, but life has taken a tough turn. His person has had to go into an assisted living facility and is no longer able to provide Buddy with the care he needs.

Buddy is super affectionate with "his person" but can be a bit particular about who else he likes. Buddy has been an indoor-only cat and enjoys the finer things in life like catnip toys, watching movies, basking in the sunny spot on the couch, bird watching from the windowsill and receiving lots of tlc.
Buddy would do best in a home experienced with cats and cat behavior and in a home where his an only child. He would make an ideal companion for a single person looking for a best friend, but also a cat with an independent personality.

If Buddy sounds like a cat that you are interested in learning more about, please contact us at: [email protected] and we can set up a time for a meet and greet.

16/01/2025

Check out these awesome works of art created by the Humane Heroes Club at Fairhaven Middle School. Students created drawings showcasing some of the longer term animal residents at the Whatcom Humane Society with the hope that their talents will help promote these animals and find them forever homes.

GREAT JOB KIDS!!

15/01/2025

Did you tune into KAFE 104.1 this morning? WHS director Laura Clark's dog Zane continued his 15th birthday celebration by joining his mom on the KAFE This Morning Kafe Kritter segment with Dave, Allan & Patrice. He brought along adorable shelter kitten Bowser Jr. who needs to find a purrrfect home to call his own.

Come meet Bowser Jr at Whatcom Humane Society - and support Zane's 15 days of giving by going to www.whatcomhumane.org/zanes-fabulous-15th-birthday-giving-back-celebration/

15/01/2025

Our pet food bank is badly in need of dry and canned cat food - any brand is okay except prescription brands. Donations can be dropped off at our Division Street shelter Tuesday thru Sunday 11am - 6pm.
Please support one of our amazing local grocery or pet supply stores and businesses with a purchase - or if that is not possible or convenient, you can order directly from our Amazon wishlist and food/supplies can be shipped directly to our shelter.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3HQRE68TA9UVG...
Or our Chewy.com wishlist: https://www.chewy.com/g/whatcom-humane-society_b67590794...

Thank you!

15/01/2025

Our friends at petStop were victims of some serious shoplifting this week. Small businesses in our community are already struggling - things like this certainly don't help. Please support local businesses like these if you are able.

Thief alert! This one made off with a couple hundred in merch this evening. Keep an eye out folks, seems tons of small businesses are being targeted lately.