Over 50 animals seized at home near Poulsbo, KHS reopens

Published 1:30 am Wednesday, March 18, 2026

On March 17, the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office and Kitsap Humane Society’s Animal Control Officers seized over 50 animals from a home in unincorporated Poulsbo.

A warrant was issued in response to a hoarding situation in which a number of dogs required intervention. Over 20 dogs were rescued, ranging in age and size, along with cats and pigs, per KHS.

Due to this influx of animals brought to KHS’s shelter in Silverdale, the Admissions and Adoptions centers were closed March 18 and 19, but reopened March 20. KHS took the time during the closure to accommodate the dogs, assess their health, and administer veterinary care to them.

KHS cleared the majority of current canine residents out of their shelter and sent them to temporary kenneling and foster homes. Peninsula Pet Lodge provided housing for some of the current KHS dogs. Volunteers helped transport the animals. Dogs who were categorized as strays remained at the shelter to make it easier to reunite with families, KHS shared.

Kitsap Animal Control is investigating the case alongside the Kitsap County Department of Development.