We love hearing from our RASKC alumni! Here’s a story from Gretchen and her family. They adopted Kahlua last year. On behalf of my family I wanted to thank you all so much for all you do! We adopted our dog Kahlua from you on Easter Sunday last year. She had been abandoned twice, once […]

Our Pet of the Week is a real people pleaser. Theon is ten years old, and maybe the sweetest kitty you will ever meet! He genuinely enjoys being around people. Theon is friendly and loves sitting in laps and rubbing up against his humans. Theon would do best in a home without small children. He […]

Join us on Valentine’s Weekend, February 13 and 14, for the “Love Changes Everything” pet adoption event! We’ll be offering 50% off adoption fees at our Eastside Pet Adoption Center ONLY. (Regular pet license fees may still apply.) Our Eastside center is located inside Petco – Kirkland, 12040 NE 85th St. Come see us and […]

Warsaw is a six-year-old male Border Collie/Akita mix. He’s a very sweet boy, and would be a great dog for someone without kids… he gets a little too rambunctious with kids. The volunteers and staff at the shelter think Warsaw is a great dog! He is good on a leash, takes treats gently, knows how […]

Don’t let that serious face fool you – our Pet of the Week Emily is a real sweetheart! This senior DSH can be shy at first, but when she gets to know you she’s very affectionate! Emily gives headbutts and may even touch you nose to nose! She also likes to talk when you pet […]

Crossposted from Public Health Insider

Canine influenza – or dog flu – has been diagnosed in dogs for several years. But a new strain of canine influenza called H3N2 has been found in more than 25 states since April 2015. In Chicago, this novel (or newly appeared) influenza virus sickened more than a thousand dogs during the first outbreak in the United States. Now, Public Health – Seattle & King County veterinarian Beth Lipton thinks that we may have found cases here in King County. Public Health Insider talked to her to find out more.

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Frankie was adopted in 2013 by Franki, a foster pet parent who provided the Shih Tzu with a forever home. This is her story in her own words. Learn how the Angel Fund saved Frankie’s life,  or if you are interested in learning how to become a foster pet parent, visit us at RASKC foster a pet site.

In the summer of 2013 I met a wonderful little nine-month-old male Shih Tzu, named Frankie. He was severely abused by being kicked in the face which resulted in his lower jaw being broken in two places and went permanently blind from the head trauma.

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“Happy” New Year to our ‪Pet of the Week‬! This sweet young guy loves to meet new people. Happy is good on a leash and loves going for walks. He also knows how to sit on command and takes treats gently. Happy doesn’t like to be bothered while he’s eating, so he would do best […]

CALLING ALL 12s! The Seattle Seahawks kick off their run to another Super Bowl on Sunday, Jan. 10. To help the Hawks to a victory, we’re looking for your 12th Pet photos! Visit our Facebook page and share a photo of your dog, cat, or other furry/feathered friend in their football finest. Use the hashtag #12thPet or […]

 Meet Sarah!

Sarah has taken on various tasks with tremendous skill, reliability and confidence! Sarah is largely to thank for providing leadership to the following teams: Cat Meet & Greet, Shelter Helper, Community Events, Social Media and the Vet Clinic Volunteer team. In light of Sarah’s immense contributions in a relatively short period of time, plus her overall magnificent personality, Sarah has been recognized as RASKC’s Volunteer of the Month for January. Read our Q&A with her below:

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