Meet Zeus

This pup's personality is as bright as his smile! Zeus is a happy-go-lucky pup who can't wait to find someone to play with.

Help us clear the shelter!

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is reducing adoption fees for dogs, cats, and small pets during a nationwide campaign to “Clear The Shelters” in partnership with NBC Universal and Telemundo.

From Aug. 16 - 31, you can adopt an adult dog for $50, adult cats for $25, or critter (guinea pigs, rabbits, and more) for $5.

Love lives on at the shelter

Barrett left behind many marks on many hearts. Now, his memory lives on at the shelter's Love Lives Forever Memorial Wall. 

Meet Linda

Meet the shelter's Pet Food Pantry volunteer, Linda Santos! Linda helps make it possible for thousands of local pet owners to have access to pet food in times of need. 

Your pet is so cute that they deserve their very own photoshoot!

And luckily for you, we're giving away a professional photography session with Pacific Northwest-based photographer Van Gachnang Photography.

All you have to do to win it is register for, and finish first in, our Washington's Cutest Pet Contest. So, sign up today, share your pet's page, and start racking up the votes!

Good luck!

P.S. Don't forget that the 2^nd – 13^th place winners will receive a coveted "Pet of the Month" placement in our 2023 pet calendar, a custom illustration of your pet, and more! 

Limited edition merch available

Our favorite design is making a comeback in some sweet colors. Get this limited edition sherbet-colored Adopt Foster Love design before it’s gone!



Available in a racerback tank and classic tank top – perfect for enjoying walks on those warmer days! This design is also available as a t-shirt, crewneck sweatshirt, pullover hoodie, and tote bag.

Thank you for being a part of our animal-loving community. It's amazing to have you by our side as we work to give animals a second chance at a happy life. We'd like to invite you to participate in our Day of Giving coming up on August 25.

Any gift you make to help us reach our fundraising goal before midnight, August 25, will be DOUBLED — up to $40,000 — thanks to a matching gift from Petco Love.

Donate today and share with friends, family, and colleagues by creating a personal fundraising page. You'll have the chance to earn cool prizes like an exclusive Adopt, Foster, Love bumper sticker!

Please give early to ensure your gift is included in this exciting match.

Clyde the lizard finds his forever home at the local zoo

When Clyde was brought to the shelter after wandering the streets alone, shelter staff knew he needed a special home to thrive. Clyde is now a wonderful ambassador for his species at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. 

Grey Muzzle Grant to help senior dogs

Senior dogs have something to wag about! We are honored to receive a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization to support our lifesaving work for senior dogs. The grant will allow us to help dogs like 9-year-old Tilly, who was suffering from severe dental disease and needed nine teeth extracted. Now, more senior dogs like Tilly will receive the dental care they need to ensure they thrive in their golden years.

Together with Grey Muzzle, we're leading the way to save and improve the lives of senior dogs nationwide.

July 2022 Adoptions