North Texans take pride in being in the top ten when it counts. Why, Dallas alone is the ninth largest city in the U.S., the third largest in Texas, has the tallest cowboy in Texas (52’ Big Tex), the tallest indoor Christmas tree in the U.S. (at the Galleria), the largest urban arts district in the U.S., the largest metropolitan area in the nation not on a navigable body of … [Read more...] about Dallas Animal Services Continues To Turn Things Around Even During “Ruff” Times
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Passport For Paws
According to Passport For Paws marketing and social media coordinator Haley Dillon, The overpopulation of dogs and cats is a sad fact of life in North Texas despite the herculean efforts of local shelters and rescue organizations. There are simply more animals in need than available homes, and those in charge of city shelters face heart-wrenching decisions when there is … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Passport For Paws
Petco Foundation Provides Spay Neuter Network With A $40,000 Grant To Reduce Shelter Intake
Dallas’ Spay Neuter Network got an early Christmas gift. The Petco Foundation has awarded it a $40,000 grant “to help reduce the number of pets entering shelters through its intake diversion program and create a lifesaving community for animals.” According to SNN Executive Director Bonnie Hill, ““Spay Neuter Network is excited about our partnership with the City of … [Read more...] about Petco Foundation Provides Spay Neuter Network With A $40,000 Grant To Reduce Shelter Intake
Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
So this Fourth of July is definitely going to be different from any in the past. On the heels of the governor's tightening restriction, many traditional parades, festivals and celebrations won’t take place. But why not take this passel of lemons and make a pitcher of lemonade? Here are some reasons why this change of plans might not be all that bad. It means that … [Read more...] about Bring Some Fireworks Home For The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend
SPCA Of Texas Is Purring Over Virtual Plans For Its 2020 Fur Ball
It appears that the 2020 fall fundraising season in North Texas is taking on a virtual life. Another annual mega event is going from ballroom to online. SPCA of Texas’ 2020 Fur Ball Chair Patricia Villareal and Co-Chair Steve Atkinson have just announced that due to the topsy-turvy COVID-19 restrictions, it was decided to hold the usual evening of wining, dining and black … [Read more...] about SPCA Of Texas Is Purring Over Virtual Plans For Its 2020 Fur Ball
Get Up And Get Doing: Let’s Talk To The Animals Again
Dallas Zoo residents thought that humans had gone into hibernation. For nearly three months, the two-legged visitors who daily filled the 106 acres hadn’t shown up. The Zoo staffers still were on hand and tried to explain to the critters that it was due to a closure mandate resulting from something called … [Read more...] about Get Up And Get Doing: Let’s Talk To The Animals Again
MySweetKindness: Madeline Yeaman
According to Madeline Yeaman, SPCA of Texas volunteer Jorja Williams has been spending her free time being friendly to felines at the shelter. Using recycled cardboard boxes, paper, string and a lot of creativity, Jorja create one-of-a-kind cat houses that make shelters cats feel a little more at home. The amount of time, effort and love that she puts into each and every … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Madeline Yeaman
JUST IN: Crystal Charity’s Children’s Book Is Expanding To Four-Legged Family Members
With baby boomers transforming from full nesters with adorable munchkins to empty nesters buddying up with fuzzy friends in the home, the Crystal Charity Ball’s Children’s Book has also adjusted to the changing world. While the IRS may not consider pooches and felines as tax deductions, the 2020 Crystal Charity Ball is more understanding. For this reason, 2020 CCB Chair … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity’s Children’s Book Is Expanding To Four-Legged Family Members
JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed
If you wondered why your Paws Cause invitation hadn’t arrived yet, not to worry. The SPCA-ers have moved the date and according to Victoria Albrecht, “We have postponed the event. I will keep you posted on when we have a defined date.” In the meantime, don’t just sit by the door waiting for your postperson to drop the invite in your mailbox. Why not visit the SPCA of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: SPCA Of Texas’ Paws Cause Fundraiser Postponed
MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
According to longtime SPCA of Texas Legacy Society member Joan Rogers, “My husband [the late Dr. Larry Rogers, who passed away this past June at the age of 94] used to always say, ‘If one has more than they really need, then give part of it away so as to enjoy the pleasure of giving while still alive.’ And together we did just that. My husband and I loved this charity … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
MySweetWishList: Friends Of Dallas Animal Services Kurandas
According to Friends of Dallas Animal Services Executive Director Wendy Reiner, “I’m so excited to represent a brand new non-profit, Friends of Dallas Animal Services (DAS), as both its Executive Director and as a long-term DAS volunteer. We founded Friends of DAS earlier this year to help bridge the gap between DAS’ funding needs and what it receives from the city … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of Dallas Animal Services Kurandas