Greenhill provides humane euthanasia services for terminally ill or injured animals owned by members of the community. Euthanasia is carried out by certified Euthanasia Technicians under the provisions established by Oregon law. Greenhill Humane Society, SPCA makes every effort not to euthanize any healthy animal. Animals that are dangerous, unstable, experiencing an unacceptably diminished quality of life, or found to be ill or injured beyond our capacity to treat may be euthanized using the most modern and humane method available.

Greenhill is committed to finding homes for all of the adoptable animals who pass through our shelter. We have many exciting programs that enable us to place the homeless animals who depend on us, and avoid euthanasia.

• Adoptions: A few years ago we decided to shift our hours of operation to allow the public access to adoptable animals in the evenings and on weekends. We are open Friday through Tuesday from 11am to 6pm. We also provide the public access to pets at local community centers throughout the year by participating in Adopt-a-thon events.
• Advertising: We work with all three television networks (KVAL, KEZI and KMTR) to promote adoptable animals on their “Pet of the Week” segments. Pets are also featured in the Register Guard, Senior News and Eugene Weekly.
• Education: We believe education is an important tool for ending pet overpopulation. Through tours and presentations, we teach responsible pet care and spread the word about the importance of spaying and neutering.
• Foster Care: Each year foster families care for young, sick, injured and under-socialized animals until they are ready for adoption. So far this year, 75 families have cared for more than 600 animals! Without the loving care of these volunteers we would be unable to save so many “treatable” animals.
• Rescue Groups: We are fortunate to have access to many well-established rescue groups in our area. They often come to our aid when we have an animal with special needs.
• Second Chance Program: Our supporters make contributions throughout the year to our Second Chance Program, which enables us to receive animals who have run out of time at other shelters, without having to charge them receiving fees. We are able to receive dogs from LCARA (Lane County Animal Regulation Authority) nearly every day of the week through this life saving program.
• Spay and Neuter Clinic: In January 2006, we opened our own spay and neuter clinic for Greenhill animals. We now alter 100 percent of our dogs, cats and rabbits before they are placed in new homes. In addition, we work with several other non-profit rescue groups to perform their spay and neuter surgeries at reduced rates.
• Specialists: We are extremely fortunate to have the support of many area vets and three certified pet trainers. These specialists help us with difficult cases, and allow us to place more “Treatable” animals each year.
• Trap-Neuter-Return: We support the Feline Assistance Network with the spaying and neutering of the cats collected through their Trap-Neuter-Return program. We plan to expand this program and work with other groups as well.
• Volunteers: Our shelter would not be able to function without the tremendous efforts of our on-site volunteers. It takes the dedication and service of over 120 volunteers each month to run the shelter and care for all the animals.

Responsible pet ownership plays a huge part in stopping euthanasia of homeless animals. Spaying and neutering your pet will prevent the birth of unwanted puppies and kittens. Altering your pet will improve his health and quality of life, and will make him a more affectionate and well-behaved pet.

It is important that your pet wear identification at all times. Each year hundreds of owned animals end up in shelters because they become lost and shelter workers have no way of knowing where they belong. A microchip provides a permanent identification method for your pet – even if his collar or tags fall off.

If you have questions, please call Cary Lieberman at 689-1503 x113, or Theresa Iverson at 689-1503 x117.