Herd U Needed A Home

05/30/2026

Have you always wanted to help the rescue? We are seeking fosters and respite fosters in for the rescue in Eugene, Corvallis, Coos Bay and Bandon and areas nearby.

If you are a follower in that area and want to learn more about fostering, please visit our website at: https://www.herduneededahome.com/fostering-with-hunah

The first step would be to fill out an application. If you have questions email [email protected].

Please share with friends in those areas.

Many thanks!

05/28/2026

We are over the moon for this fabulous foursome finding their forever homes this week! Cheers to Ruby, Beau, Roper, and Miss Lucy! 🎉🐾 And, of course, their new people too!!

05/28/2026

Courtesy Listing - Please contact Diane [email protected]

We previously Courtesy Listed Roxy, who was placed in a home but that adopter said she was too much for her older two male border collies, so a better fit is needed for Roxy.

Roxy is a 4 year old, purebred Border Collie, spayed, house broke, up on shots, with no known physical issues. She has retired from herding, being too stressed while working on the field. Roxy is charming around and, in the house, - she gets along with family, men, workers and those she meets on the trail. She doesn’t play ball, frisbee or other games as her time has just been spent mainly on the field. She rides in the car but is not maniacal about ‘the car ride.’ I’m wanting to re-home her to a non-livestock place. She would do well with a runner/hiker, a bit of room around the house and probably an only dog - she tends to be bossy around other dogs that live with her but also tries to teach them to play! She was raised in Ireland in a kennel so we’re adjusting to ‘social norms’ here in Washington state. She is extremely loyal, a good watch dog and does well inside. Looking for a forever home!!

Please reach out to Diane if you think you can provide Roxy a loving home! [email protected]

05/28/2026

This is PONGO! His foster is going to be absent at the end of the month and he will need a new foster home. Do we have any fosters who can help and provide Pongo a safe home while we continue to find him a forever home? 💙

Pongo is an 11-month-old pup with striking blue eyes, natural “eyeliner,” and adorable husky-style noises that make him easy to fall in love with. He’s a sweet, energetic boy looking for an active home that will keep him busy and continue his training.
Pongo’s best qualities:
• Beautiful blue eyes and striking markings
• Sweet and enjoys cuddling
• Kennel trained at night
• Not much of a barker
• Gives subtle cues when he needs to go outside or wants food
• Loves to play with dogs who enjoy lots of activity
• Curious, smart, and improving with positive reinforcement
Like many young pups, Pongo is still learning. He can pull on leash, counter surf, and may get into mischief if left alone too long. He’s also a bit wary of the vacuum and moving objects.
Pongo is curious about cats but can be redirected. With structure, activity, and consistency, this handsome boy has tons of potential.
If you’re looking for a fun, playful companion, Pongo might be your guy! 🐾
Pongo is currently being fostered in Spanaway, WA. His adoption fee is $400. If you are interested in adopting Pongo and are pre-approved, please contact the adoption team at [email protected]. If you are not already approved, you can fill out an application here: http://herduneededahome.com/adopt-a-dog

05/27/2026

Important PSA

PSA - many pet owners are unaware of the danger plastic bags containing food pose to their cats and dogs. I just got a message from an acquaintance whose dog suffocated and died because he put his head in a treat bag and it got stuck. This is sadly not the first time someone I know has lost a dog this way. I’m hoping to raise awareness of this often unrecognized and frighteningly common hazard.

A reported two to three pets die in the U.S. each week from suffocating in chip and other snack bags. We don’t know how many additional suffocation deaths go unreported and uncounted.
Many pet owners whose dogs suffocated in snack and food bags were gone from the house for only 20 to 30 minutes.
It can take as little as three to five minutes for a pet to suffocate in a snack or food bag.

Preventive Vet goes on to rank the greatest suffocation hazards to pets.

68% are snack or chip bags
6% are cereal bags
6% are pet food bags
5% are pet treat bags
Bread bags, cheese bags and hard plastic and cardboard containers are other common suffocation hazards.

Pets find 24% of these deadly bags in or near home trash cans or recycling bins, 20% were grabbed off a coffee table or side table, 15% were grabbed off a counter and 5% were found outside in the yard. Pets found other bags inside cars or under furniture.

You can follow the Facebook group Prevent Pet Suffocation to learn more.

The Facebook Group

You can prevent pet suffocation, but most pet owners still don’t know about the dangers of it!⁣
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Here are a few things you can do to keep your pets safe and continue to help us save pet lives.⁣
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🐶 Cut up all chip bags, snack bags, pet food bags, and other food bags before disposing of them. ⁣Serve snacks in bowls.
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🐱 Keep all trash can lids tightly closed, locked, or behind a cabinet.⁣
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🐶 Educate your friends, family, pet sitters, and baby sitters about the risks of pet suffocation. ⁣
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🐱 Crush all cans and keep lids tightly closed on containers before disposing of.

🐶 Share our website and our social media accounts including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn to help spread awareness. ⁣
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Make it a point to always go through these action steps to make sure you’re doing all that you can to keep your pets from falling victim to suffocation! ❤️
(Infographic Courtesy of Beaverdale Veterinary Clinic Beaverdale Veterinary Clinic)
www.preventpetsuffocation.com

05/27/2026

Foster needed for Josie. Josie is a 6 year old Herding dog mix. She is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. She weighs about 53lbs. Josie is house broken and loves her crate. She knows sit, off, and enough. She's very smart and genuinely wants to please her people. And, Josie likes cats! She loves her owner’s rescued cat who is very free with his teeth and claws. The cat is a rough player, but Josie is smart and figured out how to interact with him. Josie is being rehomed due to her owner’s numerous health issues; she is no longer able to care for her. She thinks Josie would love another dog to play with! Josie has been loved and cared for her entire life. Josie tends to be herdy playing with other dogs. Josie is in Battle Ground, WA. If you would like to foster Josie, so she has a chance at a new home, please reach out to Flora at [email protected] If you're not an approved foster, please consider filling out an application, found on our webpage https://www.herduneededahome.com/

05/25/2026

** UPDATE - FOSTER FOUND! **

Murphy is a 9-month-old Border Collie, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. He weighs about 45lbs. Murphy is crate trained but still working on house training, he still has occasional accidents in the house. Murphy hasn’t had any exposure to horses but does want to chase / herd livestock and cats as well. He has minimal exposure to teenagers and no experience with young children. Murphy gets along well with other dogs. He knows sit, down and stay. He’ll sit when you stop walking on leash and will come when called off leash. Murphy is hoping for an active family with a fenced yard he can play in. Murphy is in Orting, Washington. If you are interested in fostering Murphy, please reach out to Flora at [email protected] If you're not an approved foster, please consider filling out an application, found on our webpage https://www.herduneededahome.com/