Archive for June, 2010

While Fourth of July fireworks and parties are fun and exciting for people, they can be terrifying for pets, especially dogs left alone in backyards. In their fear, they break chains, and go over, under, or through fences. They may be miles from home and unable to find their way back by the time the noise is over and they calm down. Shelters across America are so inundated with lost dogs over the next few days that they have even coined a...

Why not give dad the best doggone gift possible?  One that keeps on giving….and loving…and fetching! The Houston Humane Society is offering special adoption incentives now through Father’s Day, June 20, 2010. Half price adoption fees for: Dogs that have been shelter residents for six months or longer Dogs that weigh 50 lbs or more heartworm positive dogs Check out all of the adoptable dogs at www.houstonhumane.org. The...

Wouldn't you love to bring Fido to the office with you? Chances are, your co-workers feel the same way too. How do you convince your boss that it's a good idea? Take Your Dog to Work Day was created by Pet Sitters International in 1999 to promote pet adoption. The belief is that when businesses allow pet owners to bring their furry friend to work with them, non pet owners see the joys of the human-canine bond and are inspired to adopt a pet...

What do spas and pet foods have in common? Nothing really-unless you know Larry and Brenda Reiland. The Reilands, owners of At the Water’s Edge Spa in Montgomery,Texas, not only take care of the people of Montgomery County through their spa and massage center, they also take care of the county’s dogs, cats and horses. Larry, his wife Brenda, and business partner Melanee Tackaberry have introduced a new line of premium pet and horse feed...

Thunderstorms and Spring Births Create Huge Jump in Animals Arriving at Local Shelters Montgomery County Animal Shelter has recently experienced a tremendous jump in the number of animals surrendered to their shelter on State Highway 242. Incoming dogs have increased exponentially since the beginning of 2010. Over 30 kittens and puppies are coming into Montgomery County Animal Shelter and Animal Control Services each day. Why is this...