Your hometown shelter, serving both ends of the leash in Florence, Oregon.
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Adoptions in 2025
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Community animals seen at clinics in 2025
Lost animals reunited with families in 2025
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Official Grand Opening
August 27
4 – 6 p.m.
OCHS Veterinary Clinic
1739 22nd Street in Florence
The Oregon Coast Humane Society Veterinary Clinic is celebrating its first year of serving animals and the people who love them. You’ll have an opportunity to tour the clinic, meet our team, and honor the people who have made this all PAWS-sible.
Come celebrate with us!
Pet of the Week
FRANKIE, THE SPECIAL NEEDS DOG
This little guy is so special (literally) and also has the best personality. Frankie is two years old, 16 pounds, and has megaesophagus. This means he has a special chair for eating so he can process each meal. The chair was donated by a kind family and will go home with Frankie when he finds his new family. If you’re looking for a dog with a big heart and love to give, consider adding Frankie to your family!
Featured Pets
Patches
Age 14 years 3 months 21 days
Gender Male
Pepsi
Age 4 months 14 days
Gender Female
Butters
Age 1 year 20 days
Gender Male
Tales
Age 4 years 17 days
Gender Male
Why Aversive Training Tools Are Not Recommended for Dogs
Training should help dogs feel safe, learn good habits, and build trust with their people. Tools such as prong collars, shock or vibration e-collars, choke chains, invisible fencing, and retractable leashes may look like quick fixes, but they can create bigger...