Entries by Pasadena Humane

Pasadena Humane Joins NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations’ Clear the Shelters™ “Adopt & Donate” Campaign

PASADENA, CA – (July 31, 2020) – Pasadena Humane has joined NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations’ Clear the Shelters™ 2020 pet adoption campaign.  To help individuals and communities continue to practice safe social distancing measures, this year’s initiative will run from August 1 through August 31, feature virtual pet adoptions and make it easy for people to donate online to […]

Meet Velvet

I was new at my job here at Pasadena Humane, but I knew I was embarking on a very rewarding experience. I loved walking around saying Hello to all the animals in our care. I would visit some of the animals behind the scenes, in areas of the shelter where the public was not allowed. […]

Introducing Pasadena Humane

New look. Shortened name. Same commitment to the animals since 1903. Welcome to the new Pasadena Humane. We are on a mission to lead the way toward a compassionate and caring community for all animals. Humane is at the core of what we do each and every day for the animals and people in our […]

Our Cat Nova

We adopted Nova in April and feel so lucky she is part of our family. Being super friendly, adaptable, and curious, she got to work exploring and making herself comfortable as soon as we brought her home. She quickly found her favorite perches, hideouts, and sun spots. She is very independent but also likes keeping […]

My Foster Fail

A few years ago, just before I started yoga teacher training, I injured my shoulder. I could no longer do the fancy postures I was so proud of. I fell out of arm balances, pain searing through my right rotator cuff. Often while the other students did downward dog, I stayed in child’s pose, face […]

4th of July Safety

The 4th of July can be a day for fun and celebration. But for those of us with pets, it’s often a time of stress. We’ve put together some tips to help you and your pets get through the holiday as smoothly as possible. Plan your day When possible, walk your dog before it gets […]

Fireworks are Not Festive for our Furry Ones

By Jacqui Dziak Those booms we are already hearing can only mean one thing- 4th of July is right around the corner. 4th of July celebrations include fireworks and back yard gatherings- and the following reminders to keep your pets safe and feeling secure during the upcoming holiday weekend. Backyard BBQs may seem harmless enough, […]

Headed Back to Work? Prepare Your Pets

As Safer at Home restrictions loosen, many pet owners and foster parents are returning to work outside of the home. Our pets thrive on routine, and any change—small or large—may affect their behavior. Help ease the transition for you and your pets, with these tips: Settle into a new routine gradually before you head back […]

To Couple, or Not to Couple? That is the Question.

By Jacqui Dziak If you have a pet, you have probably at some point considered adding a companion for your pet and wondered if it is a good decision. The short answer: it depends. Like us humans, most pets do well with a partner. Also similar to humans, some prefer to remain single. Here are […]

Rosa

I picked up Rosa on Jan. 15 and she has been the best investment I’ve ever made in life. I can’t go 10 steps down the street without someone wanting to pet her or tell me how cute she is. She is totally spoiled. I cook all her meals and she has a closet full […]