A surprise announcement was made tonight at the 2019 Fur Ball patron party by SPCA of Texas Vice Chair Steve Atkinson that interim president/CEO Karen Froehlich had been named to the position permanently.According to the Steve, "Karen is a dedicated and passionate leader, and, over the past months, it has had become increasingly clear that she was the right person to lead … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Karen Froehlich Named SPCA President/CEO
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Humane Society of Dallas County
According to Humane Society of Dallas County staffer Chris Fickling,This September 19th the Humane Society of Dallas County is looking forward to our continued partnership with the North Texas Giving Day event to draw an even greater awareness to the efforts the shelter makes throughout the Dallas Metroplex.As a small non-profit animal shelter in Dallas, and the … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Humane Society of Dallas County
2019 Fur Ball Committee Celebrates With The Reveal Of Raffle Items For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
The Fur Ball 2019 committee filled the backroom at Sevy’s on the evening of Tuesday, August 20, to celebrate their work for the SPCA of Texas fundraising gala on Saturday, September 21, at the Hyatt Regency. Chair Couple Lana and John Payne with daughter/Co-Chair Katherine Payne were thrilled to officially revealed the raffle items to the crowd that included Russell Dealey, … [Read more...] about 2019 Fur Ball Committee Celebrates With The Reveal Of Raffle Items For SPCA Of Texas Fundraiser
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Great Dane Rescue of North Texas
According to Lily via Great Dane Rescue of North Texas volunteer Kristin Petras,Woof Woof Hellooo! My name is Lily, I am going to tell you the story of how North Texas Giving Day helped save my life and helped me get ready for a Furever family! I am about 18 months old, so still a beautiful baby! Much has happened in my short life and it was not always so happy, but North … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Great Dane Rescue of North Texas
Children’s Butterfly Atrium Turned Into A Diamond In The Ruff For Little Players And Pooches
Despite Major League Baseball's All-Star game being in the rear-view mirror, baseball was rockin’ and rollin’ on Thursday, August 1, at "Dog Park" (aka Children’s Medical Center’s Butterfly Atrium). And it literally was going to the dogs.For the annual celebration by PetSmart Charities, Children’s munchkin patients along with Children’s therapy dogs rounded the bases for … [Read more...] about Children’s Butterfly Atrium Turned Into A Diamond In The Ruff For Little Players And Pooches
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dog Days Of Summer
Children’s Medical Center’s Butterfly Atrium was turned into a Dog Park on the afternoon of Thursday, August 1. No, it hadn’t become a free-running playground for pooches. Rather it was the Dog Days Of Summer, the annual get-together thanks to the partnership of Children’s Child Life and PetSmart Charities programs.This year’s theme of baseball resulted in two- and … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Dog Days Of Summer
MySweetCharity Opportunity: SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball
According to 2019 Fur Ball Auction Chair Sandra Fite,I am thrilled to serve as the auction chair for the fourth year in a row for the SPCA of Texas’ annual Fur Ball gala! I am confident this year will be just as magical as last year with another upcoming sellout! Please mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, from 6:30 p.m. until midnight at the Hyatt Regency … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: SPCA Of Texas’ Fur Ball
Thanks To A $2,500 Grant, VNA Is Going To The Dogs And Cats
While VNA is well known for providing meals for the community’s “hidden hungry,” it also helps those same folks with their “best friends.” Due to being on a tightly fixed budget and/or being unable to physically care for their dog(s), cat(s), bird(s) or fish, they sometimes struggle to provide for their needs.Thanks to a $2,500 grant from Meals On Wheels America, … [Read more...] about Thanks To A $2,500 Grant, VNA Is Going To The Dogs And Cats
4th Of July Celebrations Are No Happy Times For Animals
Everything is in place. You’ve got your spot all picked out for the 4th of July parade as well as the perfect place to watch the evening’s fireworks. The coolers are filled with ice and bottles of refreshments. The kids are all decked out in red-white-and-blue t-shirts with adorable shorts and flips flops. Needless to say, they’ll be cellphoto magnets.But there’s … [Read more...] about 4th Of July Celebrations Are No Happy Times For Animals
JUST IN: Robert Catalani Starts His First Day Of Work As Operation Kindness’ Permanent CEO
Back in 1976 there were a lot of celebrations and changes going on. The USA was celebrating its 200-year birthday with tall ships sailing by the Statue of Liberty in New York harbor. In Garland there was a group of folks taking over a storefront but not to sell goods. They were setting up an organization for the welfare of animals. They decided to call it Operation … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Robert Catalani Starts His First Day Of Work As Operation Kindness’ Permanent CEO
Opportunities Avail For Getting Your New BFF This Week
Not only does Memorial Day commemorate those lost their lives serving in the U.S. military, it also kicks off summer activities, vacations and super-duper sales. Perhaps the best deal is in the BFF category — pets!For instance, the Dallas Animal Services is waiving all the fees to adopt a dog until Friday, May 31. That means, you get a pooch pal that is neutered/spade, … [Read more...] about Opportunities Avail For Getting Your New BFF This Week