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 […]
UPDATED: December 18, 2025 – 3:30 p.m. Out of caution due to the ongoing flood emergency and recent damage from storms, we are limiting operations at the Pet Adoption Center until further notice. We are asking residents to: Also, because many roads in the Kent Valley are closed or restricted due to flooding, we ask […]
We know that times are tough for many of our neighbors. Especially at this time of year, people can struggle to put food on their table – or kibble in their pet’s bowl. That’s why in addition to our twice-monthly weekend Pet Food Banks, we’re hosting additional events on Wednesdays in December to help those […]
Everyone deserves a home for the holidays. Now through December 31, you can adopt a cat or dog from Regional Animal Services of King County for just $30 – the cost of a King County pet license. Adopting a pet from RASKC is always a great value, but during this special promotion it’s even easier […]
The weather is turning chilly – why not warm up with a pet from Regional Animal Services of King County? Through November 30, you can adopt a cat or dog for just $30 – the cost of a King County pet license. Adopting a pet from RASKC is always a great value, but during this […]
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) recently received a donation of about 500 towels collected by a local high school student. The gently-used towels will be repurposed as bedding for animals and for cleaning kennels at the Pet Adoption Center in Kent. “We are grateful for the generosity of our incredibly supportive community,” said […]
Take home any cat or dog from RASKC for just $30 during this month-long special promotion It’s time to Clear The Shelters! Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has joined with NBCUniversal Local and hundreds of animal shelters and rescues nationwide to promote pet adoptions all this month. Through August 31, you can adopt […]
King County has purchased a building that will be the new animal shelter and headquarters for Regional Animal Services. The facility, located at 5920 S. 194th St. in Kent, is slated to open in 2027 and will replace the current aging pet adoption center. The new location will have an improved, more efficient layout, allowing […]
Pet of the Week Galloway is looking for his people! This two-year-old Newfoundland mix is full of energy and loves to play. At 75 pounds, he’s considered a large breed dog. When he’s out of his kennel, all Galloway wants to do is get belly rubs and be near you. He loves getting affection, and […]
Did you know? About half of all pets that go missing every year are lost around the Fourth of July. It’s a scary statistic, but fortunately there are steps you can take to help keep your dog, cat, or other animals safe from the bang, boom, and pop of fireworks. Before the Fireworks During the […]
Tails from RASKC 