RASKC commends the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County, an organization that has helped people and pets in the Puget Sound region for more than 100 years. Please tell us about Tacoma Humane. The Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County was founded in 1888 by a handful of concerned citizens and has grown […]
Meet Pam! RASKC is honored to recognize Pam Kocha as an Outstanding New Volunteer. A foster volunteer who has provided innumerable animal transports and the occasional donations delivery, this Federal Way resident has contributed almost 3,000 hours to RASKC since last year. Interim Animal Services Coordinator Emily Ruppert said, “Pam often provides transports for cats […]
Meet Patrycja! RASKC is profoundly pleased to honor Patrycja Amanowicz with Exceptional Youth recognition. Patrycja arrived in the United States less than five years ago. A resident of Renton, Patrycja has made such a positive impact at RASKC since 2019 both as a Shelter Helper and on the Early Morning Cat Crew. “RASKC is the […]
Do you know a Lab called Bella? Or perhaps a domestic shorthair cat named Luna? If you live in the Regional Animal Services of King County service area, it’s quite likely! Those were the top breed and name in 2021 for licensed dogs and cats respectively. Every year, RASKC partners with King County Councilmember Reagan […]
Add some spice into your life with Tamale, our Pet of the Week! This two-year-old shorthair rabbit was brought in by a good Samaritan in late November, and he would love a new home for the holidays. Rabbits are intelligent and complex animals that do well with people who understand that they are prey animals, […]
Our Pet of the Week Bruno would love the gift of a new home for the holidays! This pittie mix boy was brought in to the Pet Adoption Center by a good Samaritan in October. When he first arrived, Bruno was very shy, but recently he has started to come out of his shell. He’s still […]
Meet Chris! RASKC is extremely happy to honor Chris Riesgaard as Volunteer of the Month for December 2021. Of the regularly scheduled Dog Walkers at the Pet Adoption Center now, he is the longest serving – he’s been doing it since 2012! Rated top level “red,” Chris mentored quite a number of new volunteers in […]
Looking for a friend to keep you busy? Then meet Izzy, our Pet of the Week! This beautiful black-and-white girl was brought in by her previous owner in September because they could no longer care for her. When she first arrived at the Pet Adoption Center, Izzy’s personality color was “Bashful Blue.” Since then though, […]
RASKC commends Old Dog Haven, an absolutely remarkable organization that ensures care for dogs in their twilight years who are at profound risk of homelessness. Since November is “National Adopt a Senior Pet Month,” this is a great time to encourage everyone to appreciate the work of Old Dog Haven. Since 2004, Old Dog Haven […]
Who can resist that sweet smile? This is Maya, our Pet of the Week! This mastiff mix girl was brought in to the Pet Adoption Center by her previous owner in August because they could no longer care for her. Maya has only lived in homes with adults, and would like to keep it that […]
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