Chewie, a plucky maltese mix, is her person Mark’s constant companion. Mark doesn’t always have a place to stay, and he always puts Chewie’s needs first. One day, Mark noticed that Chewie’s mouth and gums were swollen and he was very reluctant to eat even his favorite foods. His person immediately started looking into how […]
Velvet and Veneer Find Their Home! Every year, thousands of kittens are born as strays in the Bay Area. The warmer weather tells intact female cats that conditions are good for having kittens, and ‘kitten season’ lasts longer now than it used to. Of all the kittens born every year, some become part of cat […]
Ladie Bell has been in Kodie’s life for two years. The two were constant companions, enjoying many peaceful moments together. One day, Kodie became concerned when she noticed that Ladie Bell wasn’t interested in eating even her favorite foods and wasn’t urinating as she usually did. Kodie was worried that her beloved bulldog mix might […]
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This past weekend, the PAH team grabbed our favorite treats (dog and human) and our team – including some of our excellent Board members – headed to William Street Park for San Jose’s Bark in the Park. We met with so many of our incredible veterinary partners, a recent Pet Health Assistance recipient, and made […]
As the summer sun blazes down, it’s time for fun outdoor activities and family vacations. However, while we enjoy the warmth and the longer days, it’s crucial to remember that our furry friends require special care during this season. At Palo Alto Humane, we’re dedicated to the well-being of pets, and we want to share […]
Publication: Spotlight: the best of the Bay Area Publication Date: October 20, 2021 The Palo Alto Humane Society is joining with farm and animal sanctuary Sweet Farm to launch a new virtual speaker series, “Humane Planet: Thought Leaders for a Sustainable World” – and its first event will be a conversation between Impossible Foods CEO […]
MEET PUTTY—OUR LATEST RECRUIT! Putty is a little boy, but what he might lack in size, he makes up for tenfold in experience and love to give. He’s a trained therapy dog with years of experience visiting children and adults in hospital settings and other venues. He’s now a full-fledged team member with PAHS Therapy […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY—PAHS’ FINAL 2021 YAPPY HOUR As we get ready to usher in September and say good-bye to the summer, let’s remember our last Yappy Hour from the beginning of the month—enjoyed by all attendees, human and canine alike. Special thanks to the Sheraton Palo Alto and Poolside Grill for hosting this summer’s Yappy Hours. […]
🐰🐰 Emergency Alert! The Santa Cruz shelter recently took in 12 rabbits. All are healthy and in good condition. Please consider if you can foster or adopt even one—that would be of help. The shelter needs these animals transferred out by Wednesday of this coming week! Contact Heather Bechtel & The Rabbit Haven 831 239-7119 […]
AUGUST 26—NATIONAL DOG DAY For National Dog Day, PAH celebrates our wonderful canines who visit various companies, senior centers, and colleges. These visits bring joy, calmness, and health to so many appreciative dog lovers, as part of our PAH’s Pals program. The dogs have as good a time being petted and adored as the people […]
ATTENTION: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS—LATEST STUDENT RESEARCH! Local high-school students have been busy this summer preparing Student Special Reports for PAHS. Two recently posted reports are “Factory Farming” (https://www.paloaltohumane.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Factory-Farming.pdf) by a Gunn High School senior and “Climate Change—How this issue affects animals and what we can do to mitigate it” (https://www.paloaltohumane.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/PAHS210017_Special_Report_Climate_Change_r1.pdf) by Abhishek Garud, a local […]
In a world where stress and pressure are constants, the presence of therapy animals has become a beacon of solace and comfort. PAH’s Pals continues to make a profound impact on emotional well-being as they bring joy and comfort to various settings. Their recent visits to VMware, Rivian, and Stanford University’s Women in Computer Science […]
In a world where compassion knows no bounds, there are incredible stories that remind us of the transformative power of community and support. Today, we are thrilled to share one such heartwarming tale that unfolded at PAHS, leaving a lasting impact on the life of Loki, a cherished emotional support cat. A Cry for Help […]
Happy Tails! Soot is a 1 1/2 yr old cat who is loved and cared for by an unhoused member of our community. Soot was sprayed by a skunk which left him with badly irritated eyes and one even swollen shut. His person reached out to PAHS for support with treatment expenses and he was […]