August Edition of Rescue Magazine

August 2021 Edition

Interesting dog breed Pg. 30

Homemade Cat Treats pg. 14

If you have a dangerous dog you better get familar with this law Pg. 10

And the Oldest Golden retriever in history is pg. 72 Pep Sentenced to life in prison Pg. 33

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Rescues and Shelters you will find in this issue are listed alphabetically.

Anca'S Ark APAC Austin Animal Center Austin Boxer Rescue Austin Guinea Pig Rescue Bastrop Animal Shelter Bell county Animal Shelter BI-STONE SMALL PAWS RESCUE

Blue Bonnet Equine Rescue Brownwood Animal Shelter Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Central Texas Lost & Found Pets Corryell County Pet Rescue Copperas Cove Animal Control Drowzy Dawg Rescue Easy Street Animal Shelter Ellis County S.P.C.A Fuzzy Friends Rescue Ft. Hood Stray Facility Gatesville Animal Shelter Get-A-Long Dachshund Gray Mutts Rescue & Sanctuary Greyhound Adoption League Hillsboro Animal Shelter Humane Society of Central Texas IGA Italian Greyhound Journey home

Killeen Animal Services kinkatopia Lend-A-Heart Rescue City of Lubbock Meadow Haven Horse Rescue Milam Touch of Love Mystery Dog Rescue Paws Humane Society Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue Pflugerville Animal Shelter Pflugerville Pets Alive Pound Pups & Friends A Rottie Rescue San Antonio Pets Alive Starkeys Strays Stray Acres Sanctuary Sadie's Place Rescue San Antonio Humane Society TECOLUTLA TURTLE PRESERVATION PROJECT Temple Animal Services Texas Cattle Dog Rescue Texas Great Pyrenees Rescue Tiny hooves Rescue Texas Humane Heroes Texas Ferret Lovers Rescue Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Woodys senior German Shepherd Sanctuary

Featured Story; Protect animals from Fireworks.pg. 14 Legal news pg. 10 Homemade Cat treat pg. 13 Interesting dog breed, pg. 30 Famous dogs pg. 33

Pest that feed on your pets Pg. 52 Special thank you to a few who make a difference. 59 Fun Facts pg. 72

All Shelters need food.

Please help.

2021 year total 7152 lbs of Dog Food, Cat Food & Cat Litter along with other supplies to the Central Texas shelters & rescues.

Your support makes it possible Thank you, our first responders..

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Thank you for supporting the Rescue Magazine Network. Well we have exciting news Rescue Magazine will be on KTEM radio 1400 out of Temple Texas starting July 11th.

The name of the show will be: Rescue Magazines Animal Hour. We will be talking about items regarding animal welfare. The highlights of what we put in the magazine will be shared on air. https://ktemnews.com/listen-live/ along with special guest, spotlight on a shelter/rescue, and animal of the week. Please tune in and if you would like to advertise or sponsor give us a call.

Go to www.rescuemagazine.org to keep up with our program Thank you all very much, Ron Ducharme Editor, chief Dog, Animal Lover

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Nonprofit-Organization/AncasArk-Animal-Sanctuary-785735064918999/

Sponsored By: About the Sanctuary Anca's Ark Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing care for animals that were once abandoned and unwanted!

Anca Neagu is a licensed Professional Engineer. She is also a former member of the US Women's Boxing Team (World Championships - 2005, USA vs. Russia - 2000), a Police Academy graduate (2013), and a former volunteer firefighter (2018).

About This Shelter The Association for a Pet Adoption Center (APAC) is a 501 (c)3 not-for profit group working toward a time when homeles s , unwanted animals are no longer being destroyed in our s helter, and when every dog and cat can be guaran­ teed a good life in a caring environment. All adoption fees and donations go to caring for the animals in our foster program, by paying for vaccinations , heartworm tes ts , and any other medical care needed.

Contact this shelter on how you can help.

Physical Address: 7201 Levander Loop Bldg. A Austin, TX 78702 https://www.austintexas.gov/content/austin-animal-center https://www.facebook.com/austintexasgov

If your pet is at the shelter, or you think they might be, please call our Reclaim Hotline at 512-978-0556 or email animal.reclaim@austi ntexas.gov (hotline is answered daily between 11am-7pm).

Mission Statement To provide public service and a safety net for lost and homeless animals in the community by providing necessary food, water, shelter and standard municipal veterinary care for animals in need.

To provide placement services that will assist lost, homeless or sheltered animals to their homes or find new homes when necessary, to provide live outcomes for at least 90% of sheltered animals.

To enforce animal regulations and assist the public with animal-related concerns, including impoundment, quarantine and other rabies control services in order to protect citizens and animals in our community.

To provide animal services to the public in order to educate and prevent animal homelessness and promote humane, compassionate treatment of animals and responsible pet ownership.

http://www.austinguineapigrescue.com (512) 695-1872

Yes, us, AGAIN!!! We are Zeus and Perseus and we have been waiting forever, getting closer and closer to being in rescue a year already! We are a pair of adult male piggies and have gotten to enjoy life in several different foster homes. We are very handsome, but Perseus is also a little shy. We would like a home with lots of space to play and run as we are energetic young bucks.

Austin Guinea Pig Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils, mice, degus and hedgehogs in the Austin, Texas area. All of our animals are in private foster homes and an online application with a follow-up phone call with one of our board members is required. The adoption fee for guinea pigs is $25, for hamsters, gerbils, and mice $10, for chinchillas, degus, rabbits, and hedgehogs is $65. We do not do same day adoptions. Once a submitted foster or adoption application has been reviewed, yopg.28u can make an appointment to meet the animals. We do not have a public or www.thevatruthkilleen.com drop-in facility.

Animals and the Law

Do not leave animals in a hot car..

The state law:

Attack by a dangerous dog

Vernon's Texas Statutes and Codes Annotated. Health and Safety Code. Title 10. Health and Safety of Animals. Chapter 821. Treatment and Disposition of Animals; Chapter 822.

§ 822.044. Attack by Dangerous Dog

(a) A person commits an offense if the person is the owner of a dangerous dog and the dog makes an unprovoked attack on another person outside the dog's enclosure and causes bodily injury to the other person. (b) An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor. (c) If a person is found guilty of an offense under this section, the court may order the dangerous dog destroyed by a person listed in Section 822.004. (d) Repealed by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., ch. 669, § 8

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Bell County Animal Shelter (254) 933-6780 I 2509 S. Loop 121, Belton, TX I Mon-Sat 10:30am-3:30pm Closed on Sunday

Now re-opened for adoptions

About This Shelter

The Bell County Animal Shelter is a joint effort between the City of Belton and the County of Bell. The facility is a state of the art 10,000 sq. ft. building. We have 48 dog runs and 63 cat cages. We have an outside play area ancf an inside play area. Come check it out! We are always in need of volunteers also, just come fill out a volunteer applica­ tion and come in when you can.

Adoption prices: Unaltered dog: $50 Altered dog $60 Unaltered cat $20 altered cat 560. Failure to abide by the contract can result in seizure of the animal and citations.

Contact this shelter on how you can help. Prices subject to change please call for up to date information.

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BI-STONE SMALL PAWS RESCUE 254-203-3466 bistonerescue@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/Bi-Stone-Small-PawsRescue-131274888778204/

About This Shelter Our mission is to prevent euthanasia of unwanted, abandoned, and abused puppies, pregnant, and small dogs. Bi-Stone Small Paws Rescue provides foster and veterinary services, including spay/neuter and arranging adoptions and transfers to no-kill shelters.

Tuna and Catnip Kitty Treats

www.thevatruthkilleen.com Source: https://www.dailypaws.com/catskittens/cat-nutrition/homemade-cat-food/ tuna-catnip-cat-treats-recipe

Ingredient Checklist 2 5-ounce cans solid light tuna packed in oil, drained well* 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon dried catnip Directions Instructions Checklist Step 1 Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat; set aside.

Step 2 In a large bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight).

Step 3 In a food processor or blender, combine tuna, 1/4 cup beaten egg white, and catnip.

Cover and process or blend until completely smooth (keep the machine going; it will get there). Gently fold tuna mixture into remaining beaten egg white until just combined.

Step 4 Transfer mixture to a piping bag fitted with a 1/4- to 1/2-inch round or star tip. Pipe 3/4-inch dollops onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5 Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until dried and treats easily release from the parchment.

Cool treats completely before storing.

Notes *It is important to use solid light tuna and not chunk light tuna. We found that chunk light tuna is softer and moister, resulting in treats that don't bake properly.

Storage: Transfer cooled treats to an airtight container. Store at room temperature up to one month.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 4 calories; cholesterol 1mg; sodium 9mg; protein 1g.

Preventing Unwanted Urination.

By Ron Ducharme

There are a number of reasons why dogs have problems with inappropriate urination and in some cases defecation. Unfortunately most dog owners don't understand why this happens and are unsure what to do. It can even happen to dogs that have been trained and housebroken. Many dog owners who are unable to address the problem simply take their dog to the pound as they assume there is no alternative to the problem that they are unable to solve. Unwanted urination is a very common problem that many dog owners face and is more common than most people would assume.

You will need to eliminate any medical reasons first, as there could be bladder infections that are causing the urination, but aside from that there are other reasons why dogs will urinate.

One of the most common reasons for a dog to lose control of it's bladder is from excitement and you will generally see this happen a lot more with puppies.

With puppies this is a lack of bladder control that will generally stop, as they get older. Puppies are often unaware that they are urinating when they get excited and to reprimand them for doing this will cause confusion. To get angry with your dog for excitement urination can lead to other problems where the dog will begin to urinate from submissiveness rather than excitement thereby creating another problem that will need to be addressed.

With excitement urination the best cure is prevention and that is achieved by not allowing your dog to get overly excited. And the best way to stop your dog getting over excited in certain circumstances is to expose him/her to those situations more often until they no longer get excited to the extent that they urinate. Puppies will eventually grow out of excitement urination as they develop better bladder control. Submissive urination is something that is common in the wild, where dogs, being pack animals, show their submissiveness to the leader of the pack by lowering themselves and urinating.

Where a dog is showing signs of submissive urination this is effectively a sign of insecurity and is very often associated with dogs that have been abused.

It can be difficult to correct submissive urination and quite often the best method is to ignore what is happening and focus on developing a better relationship with your pet and help to build it's self confidence.

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We are so grateful for the service of our nation’s retired Police K-9 and Military Working Dog Heroes that we want to honor them in retirement, and ensure the best quality of life for them, by providing assistance with medical costs, food and end of duty services. We rely on donors like you to fund our project , because there are no public funds for police and military working dogs.

We are now working with Congress to change that with the K-9 Hero Act. For the last three years Project K-9 Hero has been working on the K-9 Hero Act in coordination with Congressman Ron Wright and his office. Right now Project K-9 Hero, Congress, and the Senate are gathering support to take this bill to a vote.

The K-9 Hero Act was a vision we had at Project K-9 Hero and a vision our Founder, Jason Johnson, had over many years on how we can take funding from the federal government and help give that to non-profits to spend on medical bills for retired federal K-9s.

This bill will allow for any military working dog or federal law enforcement K-9s to seek services through non-profits like Project K-9 Hero and allow us as an organization to take in grant money to spend specifically on medical bills for those dogs.

This bill will allocate $5,000,000 of federal grant funds each fiscal year from 2021 through 2025.

The future of retired working dogs with respect to ownership and provision of medical services is often unclear and the medical treatment required by many former working dogs is significant enough that it creates a hardship for the individuals, often former partners, who take in these canine heroes. At Project K-9 Hero we set in to fill this gap.

This bill will help us at Project K-9 Hero free up some of our other donations where we can help spend it on a deputy sheriff dog or a state police dog or a city dog. Not only does it impact our federal community but it will impact our local and state communities as well.

Jason Johnson states, “For me it’s a legacy as the Founder of Project K-9 Hero. I want to make sure that the work is being carried on for generations to come. It’s time our government take into consideration that if we’re going to use them and treat them like heroes when they’re on duty and during their service that we're going to treat them the same way in retirement.”

We encourage you to reach out to your Senator or Congressman to ask them to support H.R. 5081, The K-9 Hero Act. These heroes spent their entire careers protecting us. Now it’s our turn to protect them. ead the status of this bill here: https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/5081/text

Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society (888) 542-5163 I bluebonnetequine.org

Buela Status

Trenadie

Amanda

About This Rescue

Jigsaw

Bluebonnet Equine Humane Society (BEHS) is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization formed in March 2005. Our mission is to improve the lives of equines by educating and helping owners, assisting law enforcement agencies, rehabilitating abused and neglected equines, and placing them into safe, permanent homes. All horses and other equines adopted from BEHS are castrated if male or adopted out with no­breeding contracts if femal e. BEHS provides protection and support to the horses in our program for l ife. The orga­nization relies on a robust foster home network to ensure horses receive hands-on, oneon-one care. BEHS strives to achieve our mission by building a wel coming, transparent environment.

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Brownwood Animal Shelter 3016 Milam Dr. Brownwood, TX 76801 Phnone 325-646-0617 Thursday-Sunday 1pm-5pm Closed Monday-Wednesday, except for owner reclaims.

URGENT!!!!!

This shelter is in need of volunteers and people who can adopt now....

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About This Shelter Corinne T. Smith Animal Center is dedicated to promoting the welfare, compassionate care and protection of animals, finding suitable homes for adoptable animals, raising public awareness of animal issues, and promoting responsible pet ownership.

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Central Texas Lost & Found Pets

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About This Group

CTLAFP is a group that supports the families of missing pets and supports those who find stray pets. We are a Facebook support group for folks in the lost pet community. We started the page in 2012. We have an admin team, a moderator team, scanners, fosters, and over 30,000 members. We do not have funding, we are not a 501, we are not a rescue.

Our goals are to reunite pets and their families above all. To keep pets out of our over crowded local shelters, we ask regular citizens to open their home to lost pets. We offer an adoption page for th ose who have held found pets over n hours and we also help raise funds for vetting found pets. We attend pet events and host our own events through out the community to allow these members the chance to find homes for their fosters.

Email ctlafp@gmail.com for more information.

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Copperas Cove Animal Shelter (254) 547-5584 I 1601 North 1st Street, Copperas Cove TX I M·F:9am-5pm, Sat:9am-12pm

About This Shelter Copperas Cove Animal Control provides control and con­ tainment of stray, lost or wounded animals within the city limits. It maintains the animal shelter and all animals in its care which includes an effective reclamation and adop· tion program. Control officers respond to calls in regard to v icious, sick, injured, stray and abandoned animals. They also maintain an effective quarantine program and ensure all Federal, State and Local laws are followed.

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Coryell County Pet Rescue (254) 248-5002 I ccprnokill@aol.com I ccprnokill.org I www.facebook.com/ccprnokill

About This Rescue CCPRNOKILL, Founded in June of 2006 by Barbi Watson Stra ub, is a "Wall Less" rescue. Our organization is totally run by folks who generously volunteer their time, homes and hearts in order to help. Through our Foster Care progra m, animals have a sa fe, hea lthy "place to be" until loving forever homes can be found for them.

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Wish List: Dog food, Collars, Leashes, Flea & Heartworm prevention, Non-rawhide treats, Odoban, Dawn, Persil Detergent, Germ X, Paper towels, 13 Gal. Trash Bags, printer paper, DAPPv & Bordetella Vaccines, Replacement bottoms for large wire kennels.* **Mon.: Tue.: Wed.: Thu.: Fri.: Sat.: Sun.:

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Heart of Texas Lost and Found Pets/Cribs For Canines Heart of Texas Lost and Found Pets HOTLFP is a community of volunteers that is focused on getting lost pets home by partnering on social media. We have a team that scans lost pets for implanted microchips. We network lost and found animals via our Facebook group. Join our group on Facebook to network lost and found pets, receive information about low cost and free microchipping events, and other helpful information.

HOTLFP members have a passion for animals and people. Reunions and safety is our ultimate goal. We are a welcoming community and are excited for you to join!

Recent Rescue Story: Dottie Sweet “Dottie,” an overbred female pit bull mix, has evaded the team at Heart of Texas Lost and Found Pets for a year in Elm Mott. Countless sightings were posted, and many tried to help her, but this poor, neglected, and fearful momma-dog, likely of countless litters, was difficult to secure. Finally, in early June, Dottie was trapped by rescuer Michelle Ann, vetted, found heartworm positive, without a microchip, and no owner speaking up. She was placed into foster care with Stephanie Cobbs, and by July, it became apparent that Dottie was “bearing another burden”— nine puppies.

In a high risk procedure, eight were delivered alive via c-section, and momma and babies are, miraculously, doing well. They’ll eventually be up for adoption! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hotlfp/

Education, not shame

Visit our main website here: https://www.cribs4canines.com

In a perfect world, every dog on the planet would be living in the comfort of their human’s home; snuggled up on the couch or snoring from their dog bed. However, this isn’t how things are at all.

Our team members have witnessed the evil and harsh reality of what dogs endure in this cruel world. They are the voice for these helpless animals and at times also a savior. Our team is comprised of passionate souls that want nothing more than the welfare for the dogs in the community to be treated fairly, kindly, and at the very least humanly.

At the very start of 2019, a group of animal rescuers in Waco, TX set out on a mission to help members of the community to take better care of their backyard dogs. With no shelter, these dogs stood helplessly in the rain, bared the wind with no protection, and curled up in a ball in hopes of staying warm at night. They went out searching for used dog houses or igloo shelters, collected old blankets and straw, and gave them to the homeowner at no cost.

This act of kindness became a regular thing and within a matter of weeks, donations from various companies, individuals, and groups started pouring in…giving Cribs for Canines enough materials to make 200 dog houses. The intent was to place the houses throughout McLennan County, to dogs in need of shelter.

The mission isn’t just protect the dogs. Dog ownership requires a large amount of responsibility : food, water, and shelter. Public laws are in place to prevent dogs from going without but it is often overlooked and ignored. Cribs for Canines want owners to keep their dogs, and by providing them the means to take care of their dogs properly: they keep dogs in good homes, off of the streets, and out of the shelter.

Sign up to be a volunteer here: https://www.cribs4canines.com/join-theteam Become a sponsor here: https://www.cribs4canines.com/friends

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Sponsor of the 6th Annual Pet Adoption Extravaganza at the Bell County Expo Center Sept 11 & 12

Our hours are by appointment.

PO Box 412 Covington, Tx 76636 Drowzydawg@gmail.com Drowzydawgrescue.org 817.726.8380

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Who We Are Drowzy Dawg Rescue is a 501(c)3 animal rescue who actively participate in activities of companion animal rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption. Drowzy Dawg strives to engage in other activities related to educating the public concerning animal health and welfare issues.

Drowzy Dawg directly participates in, and provides a forum for others to engage in the promotion of animal welfare. Drowzy Dawg expects to expand and redefine rescue activities programs as necessary to meet the continuing challenge of animal welfare and rescue in our community. We are affiliated with Petco Adoption Partners and Ally Cat Allies Feral Friends Network.

What We Do Drowzy Dawg is all about saving the lives of homeless dogs, cat, pigs and other companion animals in our community. Pulling from shelters to save from euthanasia and taking in strays when the room is available.

Drowzy Dawg does everything possible to help rehabilitate and re-home as many furry friends as possible by networking with other rescues to maximize adoptions!

Our wish list: 1. Wonderful homes for all of our pets!

2. Treats including Greenies (all sizes, esp large and extra large), jerky treats, filler, catnip treats, kitty hair all treats, peppermints for the piggies!

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Easy Street Animal Shelter 69 US 82 East Saint Jo, TX 76265 By appointment only

The Easy Street Animal Shelter is the vision of Dr. Sharon Gaston, DVM, to provide humane shelter for homeless and abandoned domestic animals in a "no kill" environment.

What We Do The Easy Street Animal Shelter strives to rescue and provide shelter for homeless and abandoned domestic animals in a "no kill" environment, provided the animal is adoptable and not a threat to human safety.

972-935-0756 We're happy to take your call during office hours.

Ellis County SPCA 2570 FM 878 Waxahachie TX 75165

Dash

34116490 Cat Female/Spayed Domestic Shorthair/Mix 3 years 4 months

Santa

4929525 Dog Female Boxer/Hound 3 years 1 month

The Ellis County SPCA is easy to find; the shelter is a little southeast of the Waxahachie Wal-Mart and about two minutes north of U.S. Highway 287 Bypass in Waxahachie.

Ellis County SPCA 2570 FM 878 Waxahachie TX 75165

Horatio

43472928 Dog Male/Neutered German Shepherd/Mix 1 year 2 months

Bertram (VIP) 43564794 Dog Male Terrier, Pit Bull/ Mix 3 years

Hours: Monday: Closed Tuesday through Friday: 11am - 6pm Saturday: 11am - 4pm Sunday: Closed Surrender of pets by appointment only.

We will be closed on these Holidays: New Years Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Fuzzy Friends Rescue (254) 754-9444 I 6321 Airport Road, Waco, TX I fuzzyfriendsrescue.com

Rocky & Teddy

Shaggy

Phil

Beauty

BP

Archer

Chuck Norris

Roxy

About This Rescue Fuzzy Friends Rescue is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) animal welfare organization that cares for homeless and unwanted animals in a life-care environment. We never euthanize an animal to make room for another, and we care for all those we take in until they are adopted.

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The Fort Hood Stray Animal Facility The fort hood Stray Animal Facility 4902 Engineer Dr, Fort Hood, TX (254) 287-4675

We have FREE adoptions year round. All our animals are microchipped and fully vaccinated.

Gatesville Animal Control For Adoption Contact Gatesville Police Department 254-865-2226

About This Rescue Contact Police at the number above to look at available pets. Always a mix to choose from.

Animals are found in the City Limits, or just owner surrender. These are animals that just need a home. We usually have 20 + Animals.

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Interesting Dog Breed: Estrela Mountain Dog Brave / Alert / Intelligent

Source https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/estrela-mountain-dog/ Height 24.5-29 inches Weight 77-132 pounds Life Span 10-14 years

About

the Breed

The Estrela Mountain Dog is not only an excellent livestock guardian, but is also known for his love of children and family. Proper socialization and training as a puppy is very important so that the dominance in the Estrela's personality does not become aggressive.

The Estrela Mountain Dog is named for the Estrela Mountains in Portugal and is believed to be the oldest breed in the region. The breed has several distinctive physical characteristics including rosed ears, a black mask and a hook at the end of its tail. He is an inseparable companion of the shepherd and a faithful flock guardian, bravely protecting it against predators and thieves. A wonderful farm and house guard, he is distrustful towards strangers but typically docile to his master. As a companion in the home, an Estrela will bond for life. He will love and protect his whole family, but a piece of his soul will belong to that one special family member of his choosing. As an Estrela owner tells us: "There is nothing compared to the love of an Estrela."   Breed Contact Details Michelle Tefft

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Killeen, Temple & Waco

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GetALong Dachshund Rescue www.getalongdachshundrescue.org/contact

About this Rescue

GetALong Dachshund rescue is a Dachshund rescue serving Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. We step up for Senior Dachshunds and those with severe medical needs. We also rescue young dachshunds. Our main purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home our dachshunds in forever homes to live their lives in a safe loving environment.

We sometimes find ourselves providing loving arms and a safe foster home for the severely ill to live out their last days being loved and cherished, sadly all too often they are experiencing this love for the very first time.

Temple TX Call us at 254-771-9090

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Many of the dachshunds we get are abandoned in shelters because they can no longer provide their owners with healthy puppies to be sold. Or they have gotten old and are in need of medical attention so they are sent to the shelter for someone else to care for. All too often the only medical care they have ever had was their first shots as puppies.

Some of the Dachshunds who come to us are purebreds. They come to us in all shapes sizes and colors. If you are truly looking for a pet that wants nothing more then to please you and love you, then please consider adopting one of our seniors. They are full of love and ask for nothing more than to be loved in return.

Famous Animals: Pep the Governors dog

sentenced to life in prison

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Pep was a gift to Gifford Pinchot, the Governor of Pennsylvania, during his first term in 1923.

He was a much-loved pet but had a bad habit of chewing on the cushions of the front porch sofa.

The Governor felt it was best the dog lived somewhere else and decided to send him to the Eastern State Penitentiary in Maine. He heard about dogs being used as therapy to help rehabilitate inmates and, being good friends with the warden, felt Pep would be an excellent candidate. Pep entered the prison in August 1924.

Jokingly, the guards paw printed Pep and even took a mugshot of him with an inmate number, which is skipped in prison intake logs and inmate records.

Word got around and his story was published in newspapers saying the Governor used his executive powers to sentence his dog to life in prison without parole for killing his wife's cat. According to Dick Fulmer, who worked at Eastern State in the '60s and has spent years researching the facility's history, stories of the false accusation were written all because of politics. In 1926, Cornelia Bryce-Pinchot, the Governor's wife, issued a statement to the New York Times clearing Pep's name.

Pep lived at Eastern State Penitentiary until he was transferred to Graterford Prison in 1929 where he died of natural causes and was buried on the prison grounds. Pep was never locked in a cell. He wandered around the prison halls freely and became a favorite among the inmates and guards.

Eastern State Penitentiary, which once housed Al Capone, closed in 1971 and is now a museum where the story of Pep is told today - to add a little humor in a place with a long, dark history.

"Supporting the beautiful animals in Central Texas" Ad�pt A Pet & Buy Them A Home!

Raye Mayhorn, CEO/Broker Realty Executives Killeen 254.554.0708 Raye@RealtyExecutives.com https://www.Austin2killeen.com "Selling Austin To Killeen & Everything In Between"

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Storm

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Greyhound Adoption League of TX, Inc 3400 Carlisle St #310 Dallas, TX 75204-1265 Phone: 972-503-GALT Fax: 972-692-5488 info@galtx.org

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Greyhound Adoption League of Texas, Inc. (GALT) is an allvolunteer 501(c)3 non-profit corporation operating in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, throughout Texas, New Mexico and the United States since May, 2001. GALT has assisted more than 3400 greyhounds and other sighthounds in finding their forever homes.

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Temple TX Call us at 254-771-9090

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Hillsboro Animal Services 1500 Abbott Street Hillsboro, TX Hours 8-4 Monday -Friday Office: 254-582-2381

About This Rescue We get several types of dogs. These are mainly found in the city and when a owner does not re-claim they become available for adoption.

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The Humane Society of Central Texas provides adoption, rescue and foster opportunities for the homeless animals at the Animal Shelter located at 2032 Circle Road in Waco.

This is a regional, open-admission shelter.

As an advocate for the community goal of achieving No Kill Status, the Humane Society of Central Texas provides adoptions, rescue and foster opportunities for the homeless animals at the City of Waco Animal Shelter, as well as community education regarding responsible pet ownership.

Killeen, Temple & Waco

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BARI- Bari’s estimated birthday is 8/19/12, a very slim 11 lb, handsome reddish tan boy with white markings, he is fostering with IGCA Rescue North Texas.

Bari is a special needs puppy mill rescue still working hard on socialization, human trust and physical attention. Everyone who spends time with Bari grows to love him. The happy dance he does, when he knows he is going outside, and his frolic through the yard as he runs back to the door is joyful to watch. He fits in beautifully with a group of dogs as he is easy and demands no attention causing jealousy. He prefers his kennel and a comfortable bed to toys and attention.

Do you and your pets have a place in your home and hearts to become Bari’s forever family?

TAVISH-If you’re looking for a very loving, calm IG in his middle years, Tavish is your lad. Tavi (also known as Butterbean) is a charmer and whip-smart. He already knows many commands/words and learns more as his foster mom teaches him. Tavi loves a routine and finds it comforting to know what’s happening (and when) as regards to walks, potty breaks and feeding. This is partly the breed and also due to his blindness, caused by cataracts. Please don’t think of Tavi as a “special needs” dog; his foster mom believes he has been blind for quite awhile, since he’s very comfortable with his sight loss. He gets to know his home pretty quickly to make his way around and will zero in on your location when you say, “come!” and clap hands. He’s just a regular dog who happens to be blind.

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EMMA ROSE- I'm a chill girl just looking for someone to snuggle with. I love laying outside in the grass just soaking up the sun and am very comfortable with using a supervised doggie door. I'm patient with my hyper foster sister and have never had a single issue with food aggression, even when foster sister tries to steal my treats! Emma Rose has been diagnosed with bladder cancer.

She is currently symptom free (we found the mass by chance, during a routine vet visit) and has started treatment. At this time she is expected to have a good quality of life for at least the coming year, if not longer.

WALLACE- Wallace is a sweet boy who has made amazing progress during his time in rescue. He came to us from a puppy mill and was terrified of everything.

People were very scary and it took a couple of months before he would willingly let his foster mom pet him.

Wallace has discovered the joy of toys and he has become more and more playful. He loves the other dogs in the house and will frequently be seen cuddling with them on a dog bed. While Wallace has made a lot of progress, he is still continuing to grow.

When new or confusing situations present themselves, he will get scared and is unsure of how to react. He is looking for a patient and loving home to help him as he continues on his journey, and you will be rewarded with lots of love!

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IGCA Rescue, also known as Italian Greyhound Rescue Foundation, is dedicated to helping Italian Greyhounds in need of our care. We have a national network of VOLUNTEERS that make our mission possible. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and we rely on donations to keep the rescue machine running. As a foster-based Rescue, our volunteers and foster families are the foundation and most important aspect of our ability to do what we dowithout foster families we can't take in orphans that need our help. All of our IGs live as members of a family until their forever home comes along. They are all fully vetted and any medical issues are addressed and disclosed to potential adopters. We are in need of more fosters! Please consider and reach out for more info!

Our Mission - To find homes for rescued Italian Greyhounds and to educate the public on the care and training required by this breed.

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(254) 526-4455 3118 Commerce, Ki Ileen, TX killeentexas.gov M-F: 11am-4pm, Sat: 11am-4pm, Closed Sunday and Holidays

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Killeen Animal Services is a City Shelter, with a dedicated staff that always trys its best to find wonderful homes for its adoptable animals. Citizens will be required to bring a government issued picture I.D. The fee for adopting dogs, cats, puppies or other animals is $25.00 for non-sterilized animals, $50.00 for sterilized animals. A contract agree­ment to get the rabies vaccination and to have the animal sterilized (if unaltered) is required.

Microchipping of an ado pted animal is mandatory at the cost of $15 per animal before they leave the shelter.

Pricing subject to change.

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Welcome To Kinkatopia Welcome! Kinkatopia is a kinkajou-SPECIFIC ORGANIZATION— we are the only one in the world!

KINKAJOUS IN CAPTIVITY NEED OUR HELP!

Urgent! we are in need of funds for fencing and tree removal.

ONLY 10%-15% OF CAPTIVE KINKAJOUS REMAIN IN THE HOMES THEY START OUT IN. KINKATOPIA’S MISSION IS TO ADVISE PEOPLE THAT THEY ARE NOT “PETS.” HOWEVER, WE ARE HERE TO HELP THOSE IN CAPTIVITY TO LIVE THE BEST QUALITY LIVES. THROUGH AWARENESS AND EDUCATION, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THESE SPECIAL ANIMALS’ LIVES. KINKATOPIA PRIDES ITSELF ON HUSBANDRY, SOCIALIZATION, TRAINING, DIET, ENRICHMENT, AND OVERALL CARE. WE ARE DEDICATED TO RESEARCH AND EDUCATE ABOUT THE SPECIES. WE HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH ALL BEHAVIORS AND PERSONALITIES; AS WELL AS SPECIAL NEEDS. WE ARE AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNICATION REGARDING KINKAJOU QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS. OUR INNOVATIVE PROGRAM IS WORKING TO DOCUMENT AND PUBLISH INFORMATION ABOUT THESE INCREDIBLE CREATURES. THEY ARE OVER-REPRESENTED IN THE PET TRADE AND UNDERREPRESENTED WHEN IT COMES TO KNOWLEDGE, SO THEY ARE OFTEN IMPROPERLY KEPT. THESE ANIMALS ARE NOT “PETS” AND UNFORTUNATELY FALL VICTIM TO CYCLES OF ABANDONMENT. KINKATOPIA’S HOPE IS TO LESSEN IMPROPER KEEPING OF THESE ANIMALS, IMPULSIVE PURCHASING, AND COMBAT THE IRRESPONSIBLE RELINQUISHING OF KINKAJOUS. KINKATOPIA IS THE FIRST OF ITS KIND, AND THE ONLY ORGANIZATION FIGHTING FOR THIS CAUSE, IN THE WORLD. THERE IS A DIRE NEED FOR AID, ESPECIALLY IN FLORIDA AND TEXAS. TOGETHER WE CAN IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THOUSANDS OF LIVES, BOTH IN HOUSE AND WORLDWIDE. PLEASE NOTE, WE ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. KINKATOPIA IS PRIVATE. NO WALK-INS ALLOWED.

Lend-A-Heart Ranch & Rescue 254-624-9678 I Belton, TX facebook.com/pg/lendaheartranchandrescue/

Many types of dogs and cats

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Lend-A-Heart Ranch & Rescue Inc. is a non-profit focused on helping animals in need and improving their quality of life. We work with shelters, the community and animal control to help place animals in loving homes.

Our rescues are assessed for health and temperment, vetted, spayed and neutered. We want both our animals and adopters to be happy by pairing up the right animal with the right person or family as much as possible. We now offer a food pantry for Rescues in need of food and supplies Contact this Rescue on how you can help.

Killeen, Temple & Waco

Animal Services 3323 Southeast Loop 289, Lubbock, TX, Phone (806) 775-2057 911 (emergency) (fax)(806) 775-2717 lubbockanimalservices@mylubbock.us Hours of Operation Adoption Center Hours are Monday-Saturday: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Closed Sundays and Holidays / Field Operations responds to calls 7 days a week

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About our Shelter Lubbock Animal Services is a public health and safety department that serves the needs of the citizens of Lubbock.

The department has two sides, Field Operations and the Adoption Center.

Our Field Operations duties are to investigate bites, handle aggressive animals, cruelty cases, and stopping the spread of rabies.

The Adoption Center focuses on returning pets to their owners while finding new homes for our pets through adoptions and fosters.

Our staff works 7 days a week, to serve the citizens of Lubbock.

2021 Pet Adoption Extravaganza Added attractions:

Mini horse, donkey, Zebra or Giraffe, and may a kangaroo Fire Safety House, Dog trick team, Raffle of a 70 Inch T.V and numerous other items for Silent Auction.

Competive BBQ Chef John will be doing BBQ pulled pork sandwiches or Drum sticks with a bag of chips and a drink Just $6.00 Lots of vendors 14booths left Rescuse and shelter 21booths left

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Meadow Haven Horse Rescue CONTACT US Phone 1.830.305.9031 Email rescueahorse@gmail.com

Sunfire is 8 years old and 14.3 hands. He is green broke to ride and will need an experienced rider. He also has trust issues.

Adoption $700

Nash is un-started but his riding and training ability is unrestricted.

Wylie is such a handsome boy. He is ready to find a family and begin his training. He's responsive, very inquisitive and eager to please. Wylie is a beautiful boy around 8-9. He hasn't been started but is very intelligent and is ready to begin training. He's on the shorter side, around 14 hands, but he is just brimming with potential. Adoption: $700

Loki is 8 years old and 15.1 hands. This sweet and kind soul came in so skinny and in rough shape he is now getting fat and loving life. He is green broke and needs finishing. When he is done, he will give you his all. Adoption: $900

About our Rescue Meadow Haven Horse Rescue’s mission is to provide shelter, rehabilitation and a permanent, loving home to unwanted, abused, old or injured horses and donkeys and we are dedicated to this cause. Some horses may be used in our horsemanship program; some become retired companions, trail horses or are retrained for new careers. Horses are never sent to auction or slaughter.

If you’re considering donating a horse or donkey, we ask that you please click the link below and read up on our donation policy. Donating your horse is one of the few ways to grant the peace of mind in knowing you’ve done the best you can for your unwanted/surrendered horse or donkey. Read more here!

Milam Touch of Love www.milamtouchoflove.org City of Cameron Touch of Love Pound 1200 E. Gillis Ave Cameron, TX 76520 254-697-6574 Ask for Sandra, the ACO M-F 8 am - 5 pm

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Our vision: Milam County domestic animals are cared for and provided for by responsible owners.

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Our Mission: Milam Touch of Love is a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization working independently to help in efforts to care for domestic animals, educate their owners and the community, and help them achieve responsible ownership goals.

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(210) 551-8262 I PO Box 6286, San Antonio, TX I MysteryDogRescue1@yahoo.com mysterydogrescue.org I facebook.com/MysteryDogRescue

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Mystery Dog Rescue is a not-for-profit, 501 (c)(3) organiza­ tion. We are a foster-based rescue. All of our pets live in foster homes until their forever home is found. The mis­ sion of Mystery Dog Rescue is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home homeless, unwanted and abandoned animals. Our goal is to place each animal into safe, loving and perma­ nent homes, while promoting responsible pet ownership.

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Temple TX Call us at 254-771-9090

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Paws Humane Society (512) 540-4010 I P.O. Box 175, Killeen, TX I pawshumanesociety.org

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PAWS Humane Society was founded by dedicated animal rescue volunteers in order to provide a loving environ­ ment and all of the proper veterinary care for the highly adoptable animals in local shelters that otherwise would not have received the opportunity to continue their lives.

We are a non-profit group who is completely volunteer and works off donations provided by the public. We are not government funded. We have no physical shelter location and all of our animals are placed in fosters until their time for permanent adoption comes.

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Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue

Ranch address: 8317 Duckworth Rd. San Angelo, TX 76905 Mailing address: PVDR PO Box 216 Miles, TX 76861 email: info@pvdr.org website: www.donkeyrescue.org phone: 866-366-5731

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Peaceful Valley's Mission is to provide a safe and loving environment to all donkeys that have been abused, neglected or abandoned and wild burros under threat of destruction.

Peaceful Valley strives to provide solutions to the many problems that plague these wonderful creatures by providing ethical stewardship over the funds that are necessary to fulfill this goal.

Peaceful Valley, with its nationwide network of Ranch Facilities and Satellite Adoption Centers, is the country's leader in Rescue, Sanctuary, Adoption and Education.

Together, we can improve the Plight of the American Donkey.

Pflugerville Animal Shelter (512) 990-PETS I 1600 Waterbrook Drive, Pflugerville, TX I S·Tu & Th-Sa: 11am·6pm

Adoption fees are $90 for dogs and $70 for cats. 2 for 1 adoptions for littermates are offered. Adoptions include spay/ neuter, first puppy or kitten shots, rabies vaccination, deworming, heartworm testing for dogs, combo testing for cats, microchipping, registering the microchip in the adopter's name, and 30 days of free pet insurance.

Shelter hours: Sun - Tues: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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by This Shelter About Pflugerville Animal Shelter is a municipal shelter serving the citizens of the City of Pflugerville. We take in strays and owner surrenders from within our city limits only. Staff and volunteers are dedicated to placing every adoptable animal in an appropriate home. We are always in need of volunteers and fosters. Join us in our efforts to help the homeless and unwanted animals that find themselves in our shelter.

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Pflugerville Pets Alive (512) 900-1772 I i nfo@pI ugerviIIepetsa Iive.org I

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About This Rescue Responding to an unanswered need, several Pflugerville Animal Shelter Volunteers established a non-profit organi­ zation, Pflugerville Pets Alive (PPA), to provide a way for the community to make a difference in the lives of ani­ mals. PPA focuses on finding homes for all animals in the community, creating awareness, and to support, educate and promote animal welfare issues in Pflugerville.

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Man's new best friend: What cats can teach us about human genetics and precision medicine Although cats have lived alongside humans for millennia, it remains a dogs' world.

This bias has historically bled into science as well. It's time for cats to get their day, argues veterinary medicine expert Leslie Lyons in a Forum published July 28 in the journal Trends in Genetics. Cats, she says, have the potential to be a valuable model organism for geneticists, as the feline genome is ordered similarly to humans.

"Using cats in research is really overlooked, since people don't realize the advantages," says Lyons, of the Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery at the University of Missouri. "The dog or mouse genome have rearranged chromosomes that are quite different than humans, but the domestic cat has genes that are about the same size as humans, as well as a genome that, like humans, is very organized and conserved."

Lyons writes that cats could be an asset for helping researchers better understand our genetic "dark matter." Although making up 95% of our DNA, it has long been considered filler information of little to no consequences, yet approximately 10% of the noncoding regions within the dark matter of the genome are conserved across mammals, suggesting that it has an important, misunderstood role. Cats have been found to have genetic diseases related to dysfunction of their genetic dark matter, making them a potential model organism for this type of research.

"As we discover that perhaps animals have more similar spacing between genes and the genes are in the same order, maybe that will help us to decipher what's going on with humans," Lyons says. "Working with a primate is on the expensive side, but a cat's affordability and docile nature make them one of the most feasible animals to work with to understand the human genome."

Another reason why cats could enlighten the human genome is that we have the technology to clone cats and make transgenic cats. The first cat clone, Cc, short for CopyCat, was generated in 2001. Her cell donor was a typical calico cat with black, orange, and white fur, but Cc didn't turn out to have any orange on her coat, defying Mendel's laws and other basic genetic principles. This was a clue that something was happening in Cc's genes that researchers are just now beginning to understand.

Cats could also play a role in precision medicine for genetic diseases, in which instead of treating the symptoms, researchers fix the actual gene and what the gene does. For example, certain breeds of cats are prone to the genetic illness polycystic kidney disease, which also afflicts humans. Lyons writes that if we could treat this disease with precision medicine in cats, we could apply those learnings to us.

"So, if you and your cat walk in the vet's door and there is not a trauma, there is not a feeding problem, there might be a genetic problem with the cat. Vets could sequence the genes and potentially more quickly find the cause of what's going on and then develop a treatment that is more appropriate than just treating the symptoms," Lyons says. "We can provide a more tailored healthcare program for our pets, and more funding would put all the different pieces into place."

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Pound Pup and Friends Initiative www.poundpupandfriends.org (254)274-0077

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Our Story PoundPup and Friends Initiative - PPFI·Wednesday, January 22, 2020· PoundPup originated in 2010, when our founder went to the local “pound” to pick up Polly (that’s her stray photo from the shelter website). Polly was apparently deaf and blind, and had mange. Her prognosis did not seem to be very good, and shelter staff released her free of charge, in hopes that she may have a few good days in a loving home. Many medical treatments later, Polly emerged healthy and very spunky. This is when PoundPup and Friends founder, Liz Rainey, realized that with proper funding, we could probably save a lot more animals from going to the pound, or getting adopted out of the shelter.

An idea was born, but lack of funding soon stopped the program. But the idea lingered in Liz’s head, and on August 17, 2017, she filed the necessary paperwork to get PoundPup and Friends Initiative formally registered as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

We want to assist displaced, stray or unwanted pet animals in an effort to keep them out of shelters and avoid euthanasia or exposure to dangerous elements, human or natural.

Donations can be sent via Paypal:

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Alternative to Pet Health Insurance I have this program and it is great. It covers any animal that is a pet Dog cats, certain birds etc. No horses livestock and such. Your money collects and they match click on website for all the details. Ron Ducharme Editor The Pet Health Matching Account (PHMA®) is the product you need to ensure that all of your pets’ current and future health care priorities can be addressed regardless of the price. The PHMA® is a medical savings account designed exclusively to pay for veterinary expenses for all of the pets in your household. The PHMA® has six different monthly payment plans that can easily fit into any family’s budget, and its guaranteed account crediting will provide you with access to up to $2 or more in medical benefits to use on all of your pets’ expected or unexpected health needs for every $1 that you contribute towards your plan over time.

The Pet Health Matching Account (PHMA®) can be used to pay for your pet medical expenses, which includes most all medical treatments that pet owners would need to pay for at nearly all Doctors of Veterinary Medicine offices. You can instantly access any of your current PHMA® benefits by swiping your PHMA® Pet Medical Reimbursement Visa® Prepaid Card at your veterinarian’s office, which can be used to pay for your veterinary expenses up to your PHMA® account balance at the time of the pet medical expense. You can check your PHMA® account balance anytime either on your PHMA® Member Portal or PHMA® Mobile App. Mail-in reimbursements are also available for any prescribed pet medication, vaccinations, exams, surgeries and medical procedures.

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A ROTTIE RESCUE, INC. Info@arottierescue.com www.facebook.com/dfwrottierescue/

Who are we?

A Rottie Rescue, Inc. is a breed specific Rottweiler Rescue. A Rottie Rescue, Inc. was founded by Sherri Prewitt Green with the Vision of saving Rottweiler lives from high kill shelters and those with critical medical needs who have little chance of Rescue. In 2018 A Rottie Rescue, Inc. expanded its growth to include Rescue of Slaughter bound horses from Texas and Louisiana Kill Pens. A Rottie Rescue Inc. has further grown since that time to include Rescue of Felines from High Kill Shelters when experienced Fosters are available.

A Rottie Rescue, Inc. is a Public Charity under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)3 having received this status from the IRS on June 2, 2016. Our Mission is to save as many Rottweilers as possible from euthanasia in high kill shelters. We provide medical care as well as safe and loving environments for our Rottweilers until adoption.

What shelters do we rescue from?

We pull Rottweilers from the following Texas, California, New Mexico and Nevada high kill shelters: FWACC (Fort Worth Animal Care & Control), Fort Worth, TX, DAS (Dallas Animal Services), Laredo, TX shelter, ACS & SAPA San Antonio, TX, Arlington Animal Services Arlington, TX, Nueces County, TX, Harris County, TX (Houston, TX), Corpus Christi, TX, SBC (San Bernardino, CA), Roswell NM, Animal Foundation (Las Vegas NV) and Henderson, NV Animal Care & Control.

We are an approved Rescue Partner of the Harris County TX Humane Society and approved Transfer Partner of the SPCA of TX. Fostering A Rottie Rescue, Inc., is a Foster based Rescue meaning we do not have a specific facility where our dogs can be viewed such as shelters provide. In the event, we do not have a Foster for a Rottie then he/she is placed in boarding until a Foster is available or until adoption. If you would like to foster one of our beautiful Rottweilers please send us an email!

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Our Mission is to provide unconditional love to unwanted/homeless pets in the Hunt County and surrounding areas until a new forever home can be found.Named in memory of our beloved Black Lab, Sadie – a shelter dog who became a major part of our family until her death in 2012, we dedicate this mission in her memory. Our organization is totally run by folks who generously volunteer their time, homes and hearts in order to help.

Through our Foster Care program, animals have a safe, healthy "place to be" until loving homes can be found for them.

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Happy New Year!

2012 is going to be a wonderful year for animals in San Antonio. You may be aware already that the Austin city shelter has gotten to a greater than 90% save rate due largely to the efforts of Austin Pets Alive!

The great news is that San Antonio Pets Alive! has already been formed to make San Antonio a No Kill City with an estimated life-saving launch date of 1/19/2012. This new organization will use best practices from many different cities to get to a No Kill San Antonio as fast as possible - which would make us the largest U.S. city to be No Kill!

The world has long believed that there are not enough homes for the pets killed in shelters but according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, there are over 100,000 homes available to new pets in San Antonio each year. If we convince just 20% of those homes, through marketing, awareness, and adoption events to adopt a shelter pet instead of purchasing a pet, enough animals will be saved to make San Antonio a No Kill City (where only terminally ill or dangerous animals are euthanized).

Currently, the city of San Antonio euthanizes

over 18,000 animals per year, or around 50/day.

This is a crisis that needs immediate attention.

SAPA will have a laser-like focus on the dogs and cats who are literally hours from euthanasia, and will provide temporary and emergency foster homes, medical aid, and adoption services to make sure they survive. Our first priority will be to save every single puppy and then move on to saving every single kitten, then on to the adults who end up on the euthanasia list.

Just like every animal ends up in the shelter through the action of one person, we need for every animal to get out of the shelter alive through the action of individuals like you who all step up to help. It is going to take the San Antonio community to help make this a success! Let’s all make a New Year’s Resolution to save our San Antonio animals!

San Antonio Pets Alive’s success will be possible because of YOUR thoughtful contributions (time and money). Because only by working together can we reach a time when there are No More Homeless Pets. Your tax-deductible gift will give hope and a loving home to San Antonio’s animals. Please don’t delay. I urge you to give

your most generous gift now so that we can rescue animals that are currently in danger of euthanasia and help re-home them in the new year!

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Big Hearts Cory and his mom, Diana, are faithful volunteers at the Bell County Animal Shelter. They do a variety of things around the shelter to help the staff and make the lives of the animals better. They frequently take dogs out of their runs and into the play yard or meet room. The dogs are so excited to get outside and run off some energy and smell some new scents. But what the dogs enjoy the most is getting the hands- on love and attention they get from Cory and Diana.

Cory has a special gift of tenderness that the dogs sense and are drawn to. Cory’s affectionate nature and willingness to share his love with these lonely dogs has been a blessing. The shelter staff and other volunteers appreciate so much all Cory and Diana do to enrich the lives of these animals who need the opportunity to live happy lives in loving homes. The shelter always needs volunteers, so please come and brighten the lives of the cats and dogs.”

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Starkey's Strays http://starkeysstrays.simplesite.com/ starkeysstrays@gmail.com Fluffy is a neutered male born on May 23, 2015. He is sweet once he warms up to you otherwise he is very shy. He does get along with children but it takes him a while to warm up to them. He would do best in a home with no dogs and only cats. He loves cuddles and pets once he is comfortable in his environment. He was born a Feral so he is still getting used to trusting humans.

Adoption fee $30

Company Overview

Local Cat rescue ensuring that all unwanted, abused, and abandoned cats in the North Killeen Castle Heights area have a loving place to call home.

We started when we came across a stray kitten on our property, he was very shy and sad. We earned his trust and let him in our home. We made him healthy and happy and found him a good home.

Soon after another cat showed up skinny and in need of love, so we did the same for her. Next thing we knew we were up to 8 cats, then 10, then we were rescuing every cat we came across. It was our mission to help them all.

Killeen, Temple & Waco

Stray Acres Sanctuary (512) 525-4710 or (830) 613-7723 I sstrayacressanctuary@gmaiI.com strayacressanctuary.org I facebook.com/stray.acres.9

Amy

Buddy & Calvin

Chance

Clara

Mocha

Gemma

Noelle

Reese

Coco

Scarlett

Slim Shady

Tara

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About This Rescue Stray Acres Sanctuary w as established as a non-profit corporation officially in December of 2012. Our mission is to provide a safe haven for strays, animals in high kill shelters, and animals on death row. We also promote the spay or neutering of companion animals to help prevent overpopulation. We believe in the practice of Trap, Neuter, Release(TRN) of feral cats and strive to educate the public on the benefits of these practices.

Contact this rescue on how you can help.

TECOLUTLA TURTLE PRESERVATION PROJECT

USA Tecolutla Turtle Preservation Project 1411 W 10th St, % Rick Wilson (484) 474-0055 Cleveland OH, 44113 https://www.saveloraturtles.org

The mission of the Tecolutla Turtle Preservation Project is to support the protection and conservation of marine turtles, particularly Kemp’s ridley sea turtles in Tecolutla, Veracruz, Mexico.

We provide financial support to Vida Milenaria, a grassroots preservation effort in Tecolutla, Mexico that has helped protect hundreds of thousands of Kemp's ridley sea turtle nests in the past 35 years.

The founder of this effort, Fernando Manzano, is featured in the documentary Papa Tortuga , which has aired on Public Television as part of the Natural Heroes series. The documentary has also been featured in a number of film festivals throughout the United Sta

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"Supporting the beautiful animals in Central Texas" Ad�pt A Pet & Buy Them A Home!

Raye Mayhorn, CEO/Broker Realty Executives Killeen 254.554.0708 Raye@RealtyExecutives.com https://www.Austin2Killeen.com "Selling Austin To Killeen & Everything In Between"

Killeen, Temple & Waco

Texas Cattle Dog Rescue

adopt@texascattledogrescue.com I PO Box 162643, Fort Worth, TX texascattledogrescue.com I facebook.com/texascattledogrescue

Belle

Dublin

Frio

Bruce

Dixie

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About This Rescue We rescue Australian Cattle Dogs (also known as red and blue heelers) all over Texas and give them a new start to life. Dogs that were once discarded receive the vet care and attention they deserve, then they go on to live with families who will love them and keep them forever. Texas Cattle Dog Rescue is a non-profit, 501 (c)(3) animal welfare organization. T hese are just a few of our adoptable dogs.

For more information and photos about each dog, visit TexasCattleDogRescue. com.

Contact this rescue on how you can help.

65 and younger.

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Temple TX Call us at 254-771-9090

After Hours Emergency Pick-up available for an additional fee, please call 254-771-9090 www.petangelstx.com

Services Complete Care: From the moment that your pet enters our care, we adhere to the strict guidelines and standards set for by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries & Crematories.

Pet Angels guarantees that ashes that are returned are genuine. We use the Pet ID Tag system originally developed for human cremation. This Pet ID Tag can withstand temperatures exceeding 2800 degrees and will remain on your pet throughout the entire cremation process.

What is Pet Cremation?

The staff at Pet Angels Cremation would like to express’s our deepest sympathies for your loss. We recognize that the love shared between a pet owner and a loyal pet is undeniable. In our opinion there is no better tribute to a fallen companion than to memorialize the love shared between an owner and pet through cremation. This allows pet owners to say goodbye to their four-legged companion in a dignified and loving way. We offer both Private and Simple Cremations, which are explained below.

Cremation Options: Private: This is a private cremation service where your pet’s remains are separated from others. The pet’s ashes are returned to the pet owner in a beautiful urn of their choice. Also included in a private cremation is our Essential Remembrance Package.

Simple: This is a “group” cremation where several pet companions are placed into the chamber together.

There is no ash return with simple cremations. We will dispose of the pet’s ashes in a beautiful setting never to be disturbed.

2055 B Scott Blvd Temple, TX 76504

Bandit

Meryl

Arlo

Amy

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Dorian

Flauta

Penelope

Tammy

Tiny Hooves Rescue & Petting Zoo (254) 228-9219 I Temp le, TX I Mon-Sun 6am-4pm facebook.com/tinyhoovespettingzoo

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Chance

Chance was dumped and we believe he was a bait dog. He had bite marks down his back and ripped ears. Chance is now neutered and UTD on shots, he is also heartworm positive and on heartworm medication. Chance is around 2 years old.

Chocolate

Chocolate is a roughly 9 weeks old. She was surrendered to us. She is UTD on shots, mostly potty trained, very playful, loves children and does great with other dogs and livestock.

Dorper Sheep

1.5yo, neutered male.

Very friendly. Pet home only. Surrendered in January 2018

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Tiny Hooves Rescue and Petting Zoo is a non-profit farm and exotic animal rescue located in Temple, T x. We do Petting Zoo's and Educational Programs throughout our community to help fund our rescue and take care of the animals. If you would like to donate to help the animals we would very much appreciate any help we can get in this journey! We always could use help with vet bills and have an Amazon wishlist you can find on our Facebook page!

Please like and follow our Facebook page to see more pic­ tures of our rescued animals, success stories and adoptable pets we have available!

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (512) 943-3322 I 1855 S.E. ln n erloop, Georgetown , TX M·F: 12pm-6pm Sat & Sun : 11am-5pm I pets.wilco.org

Barkley

Blanco

Brodie

Finn

Flower

Foster

Khalessi

Kimbo

King

King Louie

Titus

Xena

Nicholas

River

About This Shelter "Supporting the beautiful animals in Central Texas" Ad�pt A Pet & Buy Them A Home!

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (WCRAS) is celebrating three years of being a no-kill, open-admission shelter. Since December 2010, WCRAS has reached a save rate of 90% and above. Because of the shelters efforts, almost 19,000 cats and dogs have found their way home.

Contact this shelter on how you can help.

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Come visit by appointment only. http://www.wpsgss.org/

Woody’s Place Senior German Shepherd Sanctuary, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains in Greentown, Pa. Our mission is to provide the best possible long-term care for displaced senior German Shepherds. (Senior being 8 years and older.)

We also provide sanctuary for senior German Shepherds with Degenerative Myelopathy which is a disease that affects the spinal cord, resulting in slow progressive hind limb weakness, paralysis, and eventually death.

Displaced senior German Shepherds have come to us from as far south as Florida and as far west as California, but we primarily focus on Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.

We are a cage-free, home environment on a little over three acres where the senior German Shepherds in our care get 24/7 supervision, the best medical care, high-quality dog food and home-cooked meals, lots of orthopedic dog beds, plenty of short frequent walks, and lots of love and interaction with people and other dogs.

Fun facts

August "Augie" the oldest golden retriever in the world

August, better known as “Augie,” turned 20 in April, becoming the oldest golden retriever in the world

August, better known as “Augie,” made history on April 24 when she turned 20, becoming the oldest golden retriever ever, according to Golden Hearts Retrievers Rescue.

Augie lives in Oakland, Tenn. with her owners Jennifer and Steve Hetterscheidt, who adopted the cute pup when she was 14.

To celebrate her milestone birthday, Augie earned a dogfriendly carrot cake, as well as some quality time with her fellow golden retriever siblings, Sherman, Belle, and Bruce.

And even at 20 years old, Augie is surprisingly healthy, her owner Jennifer said.

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Journey Home Rescue Journey Home Rescue Central Texas 254-721-4264 254-721-6170

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Non Profit Rescue Fosters are needed

Limited Edition art Prints. Singed and numbered by the artist.

This artwork is done by stippling (ink dots) which are meticulously placed to form the picture. While supplies last you can get one for $25 subscription to Rescue magazine.We

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always appreciate the support to help continue our magazine, Pet Adoption events and our food drives. Any amount is very much appreciated.

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Directory of Resources Animal Birth Control Clinic 3238 Clay Ave. Waco, TX 76711 (254) 776-7303 animalbirthcontrol.org Animal Emergency Center Temple-Belton (254) 231-3774 3809 S General Bruce Drive Ste 108 Temple TX 76501 clinic@tembelanimalemergency.com ASSISI Animal Refuge 1516 Florence Rd Ste 20 Killeen, TX 76541 (254) 681-7126 Questions about ordinances/laws?

Bar N Vet Clinic 4706 South St. Hwy 36 Gatesville, TX 76528 254-865-8466

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Soggy Doggie, LLC Grooming, Boarding and Daycare Soggydoggiesllctx.com 254-547-9663 Instagram: Soggydoggiesllc

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888) 426-4435 aspca.org/apcc Bell County Animal Control (254) 933-6780 Belton Animal Control (254) 933-5840 Bexar County Animal Control Services (Dogs/ Cats) (210) 207-6650 Bluebonnet Pet Crematory 8714 Business Circle Converse, TX 78109 (210) 566-4501

Emancipet 204 W Avenue B Killeen TX 76541 (254) 415-4950 info@emancipet.org emancipet.org Harker Heights Animal Control (254) 953-5400

S.A.P.P.Y. Pet Loss & Grief Support Group of San Antonio (210) 216-0920 sappypetloss@sbcglobal.net

SnipSAlnc 6338 N New Braunfels Ave, Box 185 Hill Country Animal League San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 237-9400 924 N. Main Boerne, TX Mon - T hurs: 7:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. snipsa@snipsa.org Phone: (830) 249-2341 Spay-Neuter Assistance Program, Inc (SNAP) 6758 Ingram Rd Killeen Animal Control (254) 526-4455 San Antonio, TX 78238 (210) 673-7722 Live Oak Animal Control snapus.org 8001 Shin Oak Dr Live Oak, TX 78233 Temple Animal Control (210) 653-9140 (254) 298-5732 Military Resouce for Boarding Pets dogsondeployment.com

Texas State Animal Health Commission (800) 550-8242

Paws Cruisaders, LLC Transport Anywhere in U.S. PawsCruisaders@gmail.com 210-833-1378 Christine 210-781-1748 Kimberly

Texas Vets for Pets & Low Cost Spay & Neuter 2501 South WS Young Dr Suite 109 Killeen TX 76541 (254) 833-0338

San Antonio Feral Cat Coalition sanantonioferalcats.org crazykattlady67@gmail.com H elpline (210) 471-8462

Central Texas Bark Park 4320 Lions Park Road Temple TX 76502 (254) 298-5690 templeparks@templetx.gov

Pet Angels Cremation https://www.petangelstx.com/ After Hours Emergency Pick-up available for an additional fee, please call 254-771-9090

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