PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Oregon Humane Society and Blanchet House teamed up to provide a free pet clinic for homeless pet owners or those unable to afford pet care.
The event, held in the Lan Su Chinese Garden parking lot across from Blanchet House on Northwest Glisan, offered free vaccines, flea and tick treatments, pet food, leashes, collars and more.
This free clinic offered free vaccines, flea and tick treatments, pet food, leashes, collars, and more. Nov. 11, 2025, Portland Ore./Mike Warner, KATU News
The clinic allowed care for 145 pets (81 dogs and 64 cats) by providing food, vaccines, supplies and veterinary consultations. “Helping people care for their beloved pets and strengthening the animal/human bond is one of the most important things we do,” said Laura Kink, spokesperson for the Oregon Humane Society.
Veterinarian Dr. Robert Mack, who is on the board of the Oregon Humane Society, led the free clinic initiative.
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“What we’re trying to do is to just make sure that all these dogs who may not get regular veterinary care or observation that we look them over, make sure we answer questions,” Mack said.
He emphasized the importance of rabies vaccinations, noting, “For some folks, getting housing depends on their pet being having an updated rabies vaccine.”
“My dogs are my life if it’s the reason I get up in the morning. If I didn’t have dogs, I wouldn’t have a reason to get out of bed and do anything,” one pet owner expressed his gratitude. “It’s just one stress not to have to worry about anymore.” Nov. 11, 2025. Portland, Ore./Mike Warner, KATU News
The clinic, which ran from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 11, aimed to address common issues such as skin problems and allergies, and to refer more serious cases to veterinary clinics.
Mack and his wife, also a veterinarian, hold a free clinic at Blanchet House once a month.
“We don’t usually do vaccines, but if we know in advance we can get the forms and probably could vaccinate them at that time,” Mack said.
The Oregon Humane Society and Blanchet House teamed up to provide a free pet clinic for homeless pet owners or those unable to afford pet care. Held in the Lan Su Chinese Garden parking lot across from Blanchet House on Northwest Glisan, the clinic offered free vaccines, flea and tick treatments, pet food, leashes, collars, and more. Nov. 11, 2025, Portland Ore./Mike Warner, KATU News
Joseph, a pet owner attending the clinic, shared his gratitude. “My dogs are my life if it’s the reason I get up in the morning. If I didn’t have dogs, I wouldn’t have a reason to get out of bed and do anything.”
He expressed relief at the support provided, saying, “It’s just one stress not to have to worry about anymore.”
“What we’re trying to do is to just make sure that all these dogs who may not get regular veterinary care or observation that we look them over, make sure we answer questions,” Leading Veterinarian Dr. Robert Mack said. “For some folks, getting housing depends on their pet being having an updated rabies vaccine.” Nov. 11, 2025, Portland, Ore./Mike Warner, KATU News
The event is supported by an anonymous donor, with Mack expressing appreciation for the contribution, “Donations are really critical and very helpful for both Blanchet House as well as Oregon Humane Society.”
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