Columbia Humane Society

06/19/2026

👑 The Queens Need Your Help! 👑

Every kitten season, our Queen Program steps in to break the cycle of overpopulation in our community.

So far in 2026, Columbia Humane Society has:
🐱 Spayed over 20 community cat moms ("Queens")
💉 Vaccinated them
📍 Microchipped them
🩺 Tested them for FeLV/FIV
🏠 Helped care for and rehome nearly 100 kittens

The cost of providing this care has already reached nearly $4,000, and kitten season isn't over yet.

Every day we see the results of unaltered cats having litter after litter. Without intervention, one cat can produce dozens of offspring over her lifetime, and those kittens can continue the cycle. The result is more homeless cats, more suffering, and more animals competing for limited resources.

Our Queen Program is making a real difference, but we cannot continue without community support.

💙 We need your help today.

A donation of:
🐾 $5 helps provide basic care supplies.
🐾 $10 helps purchase vaccines.
🐾 $25 helps cover testing and preventative care.
🐾 Any amount helps us move one step closer to ending the cycle.

If everyone who sees this post donated just $5, we could continue helping community cats and preventing hundreds of future litters.

Please consider making a donation through PayPal or Venmo today. Every dollar goes directly toward helping these moms and their kittens receive the care they deserve.
Pay Pal link: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/TRSQ6LDHB8AVU
Venmo link is: https://www.venmo.com/u/columbiahumane

Together, we can reduce the number of homeless kittens born in our community and give these cats a healthier future.

❤️ The Queens are counting on us. Will you help?

🐱👑💙

06/18/2026

Come join us at 13 Nights on the River. We have this awesome signed guitar that we are selling tickets for. Check us out at the Wiggle Butts booth. Tickets are only $10.00 each. If you can't make it down there shoot us an email at [email protected] and we can make other arrangments to get you tickets.

06/17/2026

Meet Tad,

Tad is the kind of cat who makes every room feel a little calmer and happier. This handsome guy has an easygoing personality, a gentle spirit, and the sweetest face that always looks like he’s smiling. He’s incredibly friendly, loves being around people, and is perfectly content lounging nearby while you go about your day.

Despite being abandoned by his previous owners when they moved away, Tad has remained trusting, affectionate, and full of love to give. He’s the definition of resilient — a laid-back, charming companion who simply wants a cozy home and someone to adore.

Quiet, adorable, and endlessly sweet, Tad would fit beautifully into just about any home. Whether he’s relaxing in a sunny spot, greeting you with his happy little smile, or quietly keeping you company, Tad has a way of making people fall in love with him instantly.

If you’re looking for a loyal, easygoing best friend with a heart of gold, Tad is your guy.

Adoption fee includes:
✅ Spay/Neuter
✅ Vaccines
✅ Microchip
✅ Treated for fleas and worms

💌 Interested in meeting Tad?
Email us at: [email protected] to request an application.
Adoption Fee: $175

06/15/2026

💜 Why hasn't Hermonie found her forever home yet? 💜

Honestly, we're asking ourselves the same question!

Hermonie is a beautiful Border Collie/Shepherd/Husky mix puppy with a big personality and an even bigger heart. This little spitfire is thriving in her foster home, where she lives with both a big foster brother and a little foster brother. She also shares her home with young children and is doing wonderfully with them. Cats? No problem! Hermonie has done well with them too.

Like any puppy, Hermonie is full of energy, curiosity, and a touch of mischief. Her foster family feels she would do especially well in a home with a confident male dog who enjoys playing but can also help gently guide her through those adolescent puppy years and show her the ropes of being the best girl she can be.

Hermonie is ready to find a family that will love her, continue her training, and enjoy all the adventures that come with raising an active, intelligent puppy.

🐾 Adoption Fee: $600

Her adoption fee includes:
✔️ Spay
✔️ Microchip
✔️ All age-appropriate vaccinations
✔️ Flea treatment
✔️ A lifetime of love and entertainment

Could Hermonie be the missing piece to your family?

📧 Email [email protected] for an application and to learn more about this amazing girl!

06/14/2026

☀️ Heat Advisory for Our Community Pets & People ☀️

The forecast is calling for several very hot days ahead, and we want everyone to know that we are taking extra precautions to keep the animals in our care safe and comfortable.

To help our shelter pets beat the heat, staff and volunteers will be adjusting their schedules to work early morning and evening shifts. This allows us to get all dogs exercised, animals cared for, and daily cleaning completed during the coolest parts of the day. During the hottest hours, our dogs will be spending extra time relaxing in their air-conditioned indoor kennels.

Because of these schedule adjustments, there is a good chance that if you stop by the shelter during the day, staff may not be on-site. If you need assistance, please don't hesitate to call us—our phones are being forwarded, and we'll be happy to help. If you have a scheduled appointment with us, we will absolutely be there to meet you.

📦 Donations can still be dropped off anytime in our donation bin.

We also encourage everyone to take extra precautions with their own pets during this heat wave:

🐾 Walk dogs early in the morning before pavement and sidewalks become dangerously hot. If it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws.

💧 Make sure all pets have access to plenty of fresh, clean water.

🌳 Outdoor pets and community cats should have access to shade and cool resting areas throughout the day.

🚗 Never leave pets unattended in vehicles, even for a few minutes.

🏠 Bring pets indoors whenever possible during peak temperatures.

Our animals are counting on us to keep them safe during this extreme weather. Thank you for helping us protect the pets in our community.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe! ❤️🐾

06/05/2026

🍩 Option 3: Shelter-Themed

Every Donut Needs a Hole... and Every Home Needs a Pet.

Okay, maybe that doesn't sound quite right, but you know what we mean.

This National Donut Day, we're celebrating all the sweet things in life:
🍩 Donuts
🐶 Dogs
🐱 Cats

One of these things can love you for 15+ years, greet you at the door, and make every day a little sweeter.

(Hint: It's not the donut.)

Come meet our adoptable pets and find your perfect match.

All animals available for adoption can be seen at www.columbiahumane.com

06/04/2026

Amazing Raffle Prize Alert. CHS was donated this amazing Authentic Electric Guitar signed by George Jones. Guitar will be on display tongiht Tickets will be on sale tonight and every Thursday night of 13 Nights On The River. If you are unable to make it down on a Thursday night but still want to buy a ticket, please reach out via email at [email protected]. We can send you an invoice for your tickets and enter you to win. Winner will be drawn last Thursday of the summner.

06/03/2026

🐾 Meet Mabel: The Tiny Tiger with a Big Heart 🐾

Mabel is a beautiful 1–2 year old tabby who has perfected the art of being equal parts athlete and cuddle bug.

When playtime begins, this girl is all action! She launches herself into the air after her feather wand toy, races across the room during her zoomies, and loves a good game of hide-and-seek with her toys tucked under blankets. Watching Mabel play is like having your own personal feline Olympics.

But once the games are over, Mabel transforms into a sweetheart who melts for head pets, chin scratches, and cheek rubs. She'll dramatically flop onto the floor beside you, requesting more attention, and happily meows when her favorite person walks into the room. Churu treats are also high on her list of life's greatest joys.

Mabel has experienced a lot of change in a short time and will need a patient, cat-savvy adopter who understands that trust takes time. New people can be scary for her, and she'll likely hide at first. But beneath that cautious exterior is a cat who deeply craves affection and companionship. Her foster has watched her blossom from a frightened kitty into a loving companion, and it has been incredibly rewarding.

We believe Mabel would do best as an only pet where she can be the center of someone's world. Once she trusts you, she'll form a special bond and become the devoted best friend you've been waiting for.

✨ Spayed
✨ Vaccinated
✨ Microchipped
✨ Ready for her forever home

If you have the patience to help Mabel settle in and the heart to love a cat who will truly love you back, please contact Patricia at: [email protected]

❤️ Some cats are instant companions. Mabel is the kind of cat whose love is earned—and that makes it all the more special.

06/02/2026

Kitten season is upon us and so far this year we have been getting his pretty hard. We are coming upon close to taking in 100 kittens already, some came with nursing Moms some have not. We are in need of a few supplies. Below you will find a link to the wet kitten food that we like to us and to some garbage bags. As you can imagine, we produce a lot of garbage in a week. As always we greatly appreciate your donations. Items can be shipped directly to the shelter at 2084 Oregon Street, St.Helens, Oregon, 97051

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06/01/2026

Molly is a bright, energetic Lab/Border Collie mix with a goofy streak that will keep you smiling every day! This playful girl is always ready for her next adventure—whether it’s a game of fetch, a long walk, or just zooming around the yard showing off her silly side.

She thrives on activity and would love a home that can keep up with her fun-loving energy. Because of her enthusiasm, Molly would do best with older kids who can match her playful spirit. She absolutely loves other dogs and would enjoy having a canine companion to wrestle and romp with. However, Molly has a strong chase instinct and will chase cats, so a feline-free home is a must.

Molly is looking for an active family who will embrace both her energetic nature and her goofy personality. In return, she’ll be a loyal, entertaining companion who fills your days with laughter, love, and plenty of playtime!

What her adoption fee covers:
✅ Spay
✅ Vaccines
✅ Microchip
✅ Treated for fleas and worms

💌 Interested in meeting Molly?
Please email: [email protected] for an application.
Adoption Fee: $350