In the Fall of 2016, we had the opportunity to work with Univision Seattle (KUNS channel 51) the 5th largest network in the US with the largest Spanish speaking audience in the world, to air nine stories focused on engaging and informing the community on the various services provided by King County’s Regional Animal Services.   Click […]

Meet Vyrna!

Not only has she contributed over 3,419 hours over the past six years, Vyrna has made and contributed over 1,300 cat cozy blankets to RASKC. She volunteers as a cat meet-and-greet volunteer, as a foster volunteer, and she works special adoption events. Ever ready to fill-in on a moment’s notice, Vyrna is extraordinarily helpful. She also helps with the filming of our cats for Comcast “Pets on Demand.”  Vyrna is originally from Canada, with her home now in Kent. And she’s one of our most vivacious volunteers. Read our Q&A with her below:

 

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This is the first of nine segments which Univision Seattle, KUNS Channel 51, is proudly airing on Wednesdays at 6pm and 11pm. This segment is general introduction on the services that RASKC provides in order to save pets. Click on the link below to watch the video. Learn more about RASKC’s stories on Univision.  

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Perk up your ears, because Audrey is here! Our Pet of the Week is a young Chihuahua mix that loves people and getting attention. Since she’s such an attention-grabber, Audrey would prefer being the only dog in the house. Audrey is good on a leash and loves going for walks. Although not very interested in […]

On Saturday, Oct. 1, Regional Animal Services of King County will participate in the fifth annual Statewide Animal Shelter Open House hosted by Pawsitive Alliance and sponsored by Good Neighbor Vet and PetConnections Magazine. During this special event, RASKC will take 50% off regular pet adoption fees. Adopting from RASKC is always a great value, […]

Today is World Rabies Day, a global campaign to help prevent the world’s most fatal disease. This annual event, now in its tenth year, is facilitated by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control (GARC), a non-profit organization committed to eliminating human deaths from rabies by 2030. This year’s theme is “Rabies: Educate. Vaccinate. Eliminate.” Working […]

Looking for a mellow companion? Our Pet of the Week Decaf may be just what you need! This handsome young boy is a quiet and friendly guy who loves to be brushed. Decaf was surrendered by his previous family because they didn’t have enough time for him. They describe him as playful and outgoing, but […]

We have a very special kitty for Pet of the Week: meet Zoe! The name “Zoe” means the act of being grand, wonderful… even, well, purr-fect! And while she may not always be perfect, Zoe tries really hard. Zoe is a very sweet, gentle soul with soft silky grey fur that she loves to have […]

I had the pleasure of giving a tour of the shelter to this local Girl Scout Brownie Troop #45329. They were such a fun group of girls who had lots of questions and were very interested in the workings of the shelter and in seeing the animals. They even made some cat scratchers with their […]

Introducing Kayda, our Pet of the Week! This senior German Shepherd mix is good on a leash and has good energy for an older dog. Kayda would love to go on walks with her new family! She knows how to sit on command and will shake paws. Kayda takes treats gently and loves getting her […]