Unfortunately, the cat building at Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) sustained significant damage from falling trees during the recent storm and the structure has been deemed unsafe for occupancy. As a result, we have lost more than half of our available cat housing. This has a tremendous impact on our ability to help […]
You can make a canine a “lucky dog” this month at Regional Animal Services of King County! Through March 31, you can adopt any adult dog (six months or older) for just $50 during our “Luck of the Dog” adoption special. Adopting a dog from RASKC is always a great value. Not only will you […]
Work has begun at the new Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) shelter location. The new shelter project will be completed in a phased approach, with the first phase focused on the offices and second floor of the building. In this first phase, the county’s Facilities Management Division (FMD) will partner with other county […]
Put some spark into your life with Spork, our Pet of the Week! This five-year-old pittie boy has an interesting back story. He was a stray that walked into a local bar looking for help, and since then he’s been charming everyone he meets! Spork is a smart and resourceful dog, though he can take […]
Magnificent Max is this week’s Pet of the Week! This seven-year-old male Pit Bull was brought to the Pet Adoption Center because his owner could no longer care for him. The owner had nothing but praise for Max, who loves everyone he meets. Max knows how to sit, lay down, shake, kennel up and stay. […]
Say hello to Humphrey, our Pet of the Week! This six-year-old pittie boy came to the Pet Adoption Center in January as a stray. If those sweet, soulful brown eyes don’t immediately win you over, his gentle demeanor will. Humphrey keeps a very clean kennel, and is gentle with his stuffed toys. He enjoys walks […]
May we introduce you to Millie, our Pet of the Week? This two-year-old pittie girl came to us in January thanks to a good Samaritan. She’s on the smaller side, so we call her a “pocket pittie,” but she’s still considered a medium to large breed dog. Millie is a very sweet, gentle, and quiet […]
Write the next chapter in your story by adopting Vonnegut, our Pet of the Week! This young German Shepherd mix, “Vonnie” for short, is looking for a family to call his own. Vonnegut is considered a large breed dog. He may be young, but Vonnegut is very smart and already knows his basic commands like […]
It’s the best day of the week – Pet of the Week Day! And here’s Benny to celebrate! This four-year-old pittie boy came to us in mid-December after being surrendered by his previous owner. At just under 50 pounds, Benny is considered a medium breed dog. Benny is an affectionate lovebug who would be thrilled […]
Progress continues on a new site for Regional Animal Services. King County is renovating a former warehouse in the Kent Valley into a new, modern animal shelter that will replace RASKC’s current facility. The new center is expected to open in early 2027. 2025 highlights Goals for first quarter of 2026 For more information and […]
Ring in the new year with Casey, our Pet of the Week, a tri-color Siberian Husky/Australian Cattle Dog mix! Casey is a four-and-a-half-year-old male. At 73 pounds, he’s considered a large breed dog. He is a happy boy who loves to play, and also has a sweet and affectionate side. He’s food motivated and will […]
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