Adopt a cat or a dog during Labor Day weekend

The Humane Society of El Paso will have a Labor Day pet adoption event Friday-Sept. 6. All dogs and cats older than a year will cost $75, which includes vaccinations, spay or neuter surgery, a microchip and registration.

The shelter, 4991 Fred Wilson, will be open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Sept. 5 and from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Labor Day.

Information: 532-6971.

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Texas Urgent: Beautiful Stormy Cat On Death Row, Out of Time

Beautiful Stormy, a Maine Coon Mix sweetheart, is on death row and just ran out of time. She is gorgeous, estimated 5 years, a real snugglebug.

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Happy ending? Rescued mom, pups look for new home

Although the city’s Animal Care Services (ACS) hopes to one day become a no-kill shelter, that is currently not the case. So, in an effort to save the lives of stray dogs and cats that are on the docket for euthanasia, the Animal Defense League and the Humane Society of San Antonio often step up and open their doors to rescue animals on the brink of termination. That is what this story is about …

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Two Adoptions Away From Number 2010

Highland Village Adoption Center (HVAC) is only two cats or dogs away from its 2,010 adoption. The organization is confident that on either Saturday, August 28 or Sunday, August 29, the magic number — 2010 — will be realized with the adoption of a homeless cat or dog by a qualified individual. The year’s success speaks volumes for the hard work of the …

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Local Texas Dog Experiencing Extreme Mutt Makeover

As 75-year-old dog trainer Joan Guertin of Gun Barrel City works with Pogo, a dog formerly residing at the Humane Society of Flower Mound, she sees promise.

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Sadie & Dewey Are Looking for Their Forever Homes (Texas)

Sadie, 9 months, female, Lynx Point Siamese, 6.3 lbs.

Sadie Needs a Forever Home

Sadie Needs a Forever Home

Sadie is a beautiful, young girl who has slightly crossed blue eyes. She is very friendly and loves to be brushed. She has a dainty, sweet meow that she uses to get your attention or some yummy treat. She loves attention from everyone, so she’d do great with a family with lots of people to love her. Sadie is very well behaved and has perfect manners.

Dewey, 6 months, male, Chihuahua Mix, 5.6 lbs.

Dewey Needs a Forever Home

Dewey Needs a Forever Home

Dewey, aka Bruno, loves to cuddle and lick your face. He is also a feisty, playful little guy who loves to play with other dogs. He wants to play with the cats, but the feeling is not entirely mutual. Dewey gets along great with children of all ages, as he has been socialized with all of the kids in the foster family’s entire neighborhood.

To find more out about Sadie and Dewey visit:

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Program allows foster care of pets (San Antonio, TX)

In an effort to help the city reach its goal of being no-kill by 2012, Animal Care Services has implemented the Guardian Angels program, allowing members of the community to provide temporary foster homes for cats and dogs in need of adoption.

The Guardian Angels program aims to help the city shelter maximize the number of adoptable pets.

Those who participate can take their foster pets to weekly adoption events in San Antonio until the pet is adopted. Food, litter and veterinary care will be provided by ACS through the duration of the pet

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Save on adoption fees with Plano Animal Shelter holiday discount adoption gift certificates

Persons wanting a warm and fuzzy holiday can take it a step farther by visiting the Plano Animal Shelter to purchase an adoption gift certificate for a special price of only $60, a $20 savings from the normal adoption fee of $80.

The certificate, good for the adoption of a dog or cat, includes spay/neuter (if needed), worming, first dog or cat vaccination, bordetella and rabies vaccination, heartworm test for dogs (if old enough), a microchip, first year registration for Plano residents, a leash/collar, starter food packet with discount coupons and discounted puppy or dog training classes.

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Special Needs Animals Need Homes For Christmas

This Christmas there are hundreds of animals right here in the Panhandle who need a home for the holidays.The Dalhart Animal Wellness Sanctuary – or DAWGS – has many dogs and cats, especially those with special needs.One volunteer says the no kill shelter has taken in deaf dogs and three legged dogs.

Many were just days away from being put down when they were rescued.

Read the rest of the story at: Special Needs Animals Need Homes For Christmas – KFDA – NewsChannel 10 / Amarillo, TX: newschannel10.com.

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Go for the gold by adopting a senior pet

When thinking about a new pet, consider two things: the pet you would like for your home and the pet that would most appreciate your hospitality. Those cute kittens and puppies will scratch, dig, chew, and wet their way into the house! An older cat or dog will probably start their life with you in a much more respectful manner. Elder pets become homeless in a variety of ways. Sometimes their guardian becomes ill or passes away, and the extended family doesn't want the animal. Other times, frankly, people discard pets as the animals age. Age doesn't necessarily mean that there is anything at all wrong with the pet.

via PET CORNER: Go for the gold by adopting a senior pet.

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