According to SPCA of Texas Board of Directors Chair Patricia Villareal, “Tis’ the season to support homeless animals at the SPCA of Texas and make their holiday wishes of finding loving families come true! As this year comes to an end, we are in need of financial donations in order to continue the lifesaving work of rescuing, healing and finding homes for animals in North … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
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MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail
According to Friends of the Katy Trail’s Membership Chair and 2021 Board President Eric Paulson, “Our holiday wish is that you support the Katy Trail with a new or renewed membership this month. “All of us at Friends of the Katy Trail are so appreciative of how Dallasites have recognized the importance of the Katy Trail to the mental and physical health of our … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Friends Of The Katy Trail
Dallas Animal Services Continues To Turn Things Around Even During “Ruff” Times
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
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
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Border Collie Save and Rescue
According to Border Collie Save And Rescue alumnus Colt King, Hello, my name is Colt and I am an alum from BCSAVE. They are a Border Collie rescue that helped me find my furever home. I knew they were my friends as soon as we met, and never doubted they would take care of me. However, I never realized that complete strangers helped me as well. People just like you who … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Border Collie Save and Rescue
North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Love Pit
According to The Love Pit Innovative Programs and Advocacy Managing Director Malory Skaugen, Since 2015, The Love Pit’s mission to #SavethePitBull has been empowered by North Texas Giving Day. In just five years, we've saved nearly 1,000 pit bulls, recruited hundreds of dedicated good humans, and established innovative programs that are revolutionizing rescue — thanks in … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: The Love Pit
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
Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns
LATE UPDATE: 2020 Art Ball Chair Brian Bolke just sent word that the spring black-tie favorite Dallas Museum of Art fundraiser slated for Saturday, April 18, has been canceled. According to DMA Eugene McDermott Director Agustin Arteaga, "We are deeply indebted to Ball Chair Brian Bolke who brought a dynamic vision to this year’s gala. We are also appreciative of you, our … [Read more...] about Friday, March 13’s Roundup Of Cancellations, Postponements, Suspensions And Closures Resulting From Coronavirus Concerns