Oregon Organizations

This new section will highlight organizations that work on behalf of animals. Initially this list will concentrate on Oregon chapters. Be sure to also check both the Links Section and Shelters and Adoptions for extensive lists of home pages on the Web for various groups in all parts of the United States and worldwide.

Oregon Groups/Chapters

In Defense of Animals

a nation-wide animal advocacy network of over 700 attorneys who defend animals from abuse and exploitation. Portland has a local chapter.

 
Animal Legal Defense Fund

Maintains a student chapter at the Northwestern School of Law, Lewis & Clark College in Portland

 
   
Last Chance For Animals

Since 1984 LCA has worked on behalf of animals. Current focus includes anti pet theft legislation.

 
Animal Aid

Read about Village Paws Thrift Shop, where all proceeds go for animals

 
Feral Cat Coalition of Portland

Working to alleviate suffering of feral cats and reducing their numbers