This post provides an update on spay neuter procedures at the Seattle Animal Shelter in 2024. Procedures for shelter animals and animals owned by members of the public rebounded from 2023, but community cat procedures are at an all time low.

This article explores the role of business permits in animal welfare, particularly in businesses that provide animal services. But what does the data tell us about how healthy these processes are in Seattle today?

A new law goes into effect on July 27, 2025 which provides broader protections for animals against cruelty. This article explores what this new law means for animals in Seattle.

Animal cruelty complaints fielded by Seattle Animal Shelter have risen 15% in the last year. This post digs into why.

This article explores what SAW learned from public disclosure requests for Seattle Animal Shelter revenue and expenditures from 2018-2023.

This article explores the reporting structure of animal services depts in other jurisdictions. Is FAS the right place for SAS to report?

SAS is implementing a 2 Year Roadmap to improve internal processes and morale. This deep dive covers foster care program improvements.

Seattle Animal Shelter’s 2-Year Roadmap focuses heavily on dogs while cat & critter programs are neglected.

The City of Seattle is seeking input on the next Director of SAS. Complete the survey by March 14 and share with other advocates.

SAS is in the process of hiring a new director & implementing a 2yr roadmap to improve processes and morale. Here is their progress so far.

Seattle Animal Watch believes that Seattle’s citizens need to speak up during the current One Seattle Comprehensive Plan update. Here's why.

Urge the City of Seattle to include animals in citywide planning efforts. As the human population grows, so will our pet population.

Explore if Seattle should regulate professional dog walkers. Discover the pros and cons of dog walker regulations and potential impacts.

Your guide to advocating and showing support for animal related bills at the State Legislature.

A guide to contacting your Seattle City Council members to drive animal welfare reform in 2025.

Pet care facility violations, fires, and suspensions spark calls for stronger oversight and transparency in animal welfare licensing.

Seattle Animal Watch made strides in 2024 with CAWS launch, 149% subscriber growth, 46 articles published, and 9 public disclosures!

Seattle is planning on its first major update to animal welfare laws since '85! Your involvement and actions will be important in 2025!

Tacoma banned cat declawing, but Seattle, despite its animal-friendly reputation, hasn’t followed suit. Why is Seattle lagging behind?

Explore free and low-cost animal welfare training with Best Friends, Maddie's Fund, ASPCA, HumanePro, and more.