It’s a good old-fashioned Love-Fest for the animals in our care! For a donation of just $25, you can send an old fashioned paper valentine to the shelter dog or cat you love! Valentines will be displayed in the shelter with photos of the animals receiving them through the month of February. The paper valentines have been lovingly made by Homeward Pet Volunteers. If the pet that you sponsor finds a home, we will offer the adopter the option to take that animal’s Valentine Love photo and cards when they go home. If you gift a shelter pet with a valentine, you are welcome to come in at the end of ..read more

As 2024 draws to a close, we at Homeward Pet are reflecting on the transformative journeys of over 1,500 animals who have found hope and healing here this year. Every story is a testament to the unwavering support from our generous community, ensuring that all animals entrusted to us are given the specialized care and attention they need to thrive. These remarkable stories are made possible by the unwavering support from you—our compassionate community. Currently, our shelter is overcrowded and nearly at capacity – putting a significant strain on our resources and impacting our ability to welc ..read more

a Guest Post by Cat Topia For cats, the right environment and mental engagement are crucial to staying healthy and happy. Just like humans, cats need more than food, water, and shelter—they need mental and physical enrichment to truly thrive. Without proper enrichment, cats can experience boredom, which may lead to serious health issues. Let’s explore ways owners can add extra enrichment into their lives, such as through a catio. Why Enrichment Matters for Cats Enrichment for cats is more than entertainment; it’s essential to their well-being. In the wild, cats are natural hunters, driven to e ..read more

Purchase your 2025 Homeward Pet Calendar TODAY! Thank you for your interest in purchasing a Homeward Pet calendar. These 13 month calendars feature animals from our supporters. Proceeds from calendars benefit the animals at Homeward Pet. Calendars are priced at $12 a calendar. For an additional $5, we will ship your calendar to you, within 1 week of purchase. If you elect to pick up your calendar from the shelter, it will be ready 48 hours after purchase ..read more

Give a Gift of Stock, Donor Advised Funds (DAF), or Crypto Donate Cryptocurrency Homeward Pet is now able to accommodate your cryptocurrency donations. Cryptocurrency is the fastest growing donation method today, due to its tax efficiency and the rapidly growing crypto user base. When you contribute Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency directly to Homeward Pet, we gain full proceeds from the sale, and you potentially eliminate capital gains exposure. This win-win could mean more money for the animals we all care about. Donate Stock Homeward Pet is able to receive gifts of stock directly from most b ..read more

Stories of Transformation: Join us in Supporting Homeward Pet Transforming Fear to Trust: Bowie’s Journey and why your support matters How do you help an animal that won’t interact? That was the problem we faced when Bowie and his brother Magnet came to Homeward Pet. Here were two beautiful, healthy dogs who had spent their lives outdoors, away from human contact, and had developed no trust in people. When they came to Homeward Pet, these boys kept to the back of their kennel whenever anyone approached. Homeward Pet’s Behavior Senior Manager, Jenny Black, evaluated both dogs as individuals eve ..read more

Start 2023 off right with your own Homeward Pet Calendar. Only $10 if picked up at the shelter. Filled with the beloved pets, many of them HPAC alumni, of our supporters. The calendar also highlights key events and programs, as well as many ways for you to get involved throughout the coming year.   Placeholder for form     Thank you to photographers Adriana Ardelean (Lens Moments), Christine Moody (TriMood Photography), Holly Cook (Holly Cook Photography),Julie Austin (Julie Austin Photography), Michelle Tresemer (Pup Shoot Dog Photography) and Marika Moffit (Soul Dog Creative ..read more

Register Now! When: September 16, 2023 Time: 10:30 a.m. Where: Wilmot Gateway Park – 17301 131st Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072 Registration ends August 25, 2023 If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the event or a vendor in our vendor village, please email events@homewardpet.org for more information ..read more

as shared by Jim Keller/Operations Director Earlier this year, we received a call about an injured, 7-month-old, Cattle Dog mix that needed our help. Our rescue partner, Yakima Valley Pet Rescue had done some x-rays, which revealed a fractured hip joint that they were not equipped to support through the treatment and recovery time needed. We knew that our clinic and veterinary partners could help. My wife and I offered to foster him through his surgery and recovery, and Harvey Dent was transferred to Homeward Pet the following week. The day after Harvey arrived, I took him to Animal Emergency ..read more

1.31.23 – It’s Tabitha Tuesday! We’ve received a lot of questions about Tabitha’s backstory. How did she find her way to Homeward Pet? Why is she so scared of new people and so slow to trust? Why doesn’t she get along with other dogs? While we can make assumptions, we don’t feel like that does Tabitha justice. While it is true that her past may play a role in how she reacts to the world around her now, we just can’t possibly know exactly what happened or if things would be different if she had different experiences before coming to us. Genetics play a huge role in behavior too! We do know ..read more