Rebecca's Star Pet of the Week

(Houston SPCA) -- July 30, 2010-- Check out a new video from Rebecca featuring Bleu the Dog who is currently availabe for adoption at the Houston SPCA. 

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Dog Rescued from Legtrap Available for Adoption

(Houston SPCA) -- July 29, 2010 -- The 2 year old boxer mix who was trapped in a steel-jaw leghold trap has recovered from his injuries and is up for adoption!  Read his amazing story along with a special video updating his condition.

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Welcoming Your New Pet

(Houston SPCA) -- July 28, 2010 --  Before you bring home your new animal friend, here's some important tips on how to introduce them to their new home.

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Get Those Running Shoes Ready

(Houston SPCA) -- July 26, 2010 -- Get your running shoes in gear and mark your calendars, the 39th Chevron Houston Marathon is scheduled for January 30, 2011.  Click here to read more on how your participation can benefit the Houston SPCA!

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Dramatic Horse Rescue in Downtown Houston

(Houston SPCA) --July 23, 2010 -- The call came in to the Houston SPCA Rescue Hotline shortly after 6:00 pm. A 17 year old carriage horse, a Percheron named Dolly, had slipped into a storm drain in downtown Houston.

Click here to read more about this amazing rescue and see additional pictures.

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Voiceless Victims from the Gulf Oil Spill

(Houston SPCA) -- July 23, 2010 -- The devastation of the Gulf Oil Spill has caused many families in Louisiana to sadly relinquish their pets to coastal parish shelters because they cannot afford to care for them any longer. During this time of need, the Louisiana SPCA and the Houston SPCA have teamed up to help these voiceless victims find forever homes.

Read more and see video of the dogs arrival to the Houston SPCA here.

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Economy Takes Toll on Horse-Dog Owner

(Houston SPCA) -- July 21, 2010 -- Horse surrenders and cruelty cases are reaching a critical point in the greater Houston area as a result of the economy. The Houston SPCA received 100 miniature horses and 46 dogs from an owner who ran out of resources due to the struggling economy and was no longer able to properly care for the animals.

Click here to read the whole story which includes important information on the need for foster families and those who may be interested in adopting one of these animals.  You will also find more photos of Houston SPCA staff members working with some of the dogs. 

Keep checking www.houstonspca.org for updates on this story including photos of the miniature horses.

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Animals Rescued by Houston SPCA

(Houston SPCA) -- July 16, 2010 -- On Thursday, July 15th, the Houston SPCA Animal Cruelty Investigation Team assisted Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Jack F. Abercia’s Office in the rescue and removal of 1,079 animals from a home in Highland, Texas after receiving a tip from a concerned citizen.

You can see a video of the rescue, along with more pictures and read the rest of the story here.

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Protect Animals & the Earth

(Houston SPCA) July 15, 2010 -- There are some easy ways you can protect animals and the earth at the same time.  Click here to read more.

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The Houston SPCA Foster Care Program

(Houston SPCA) July 14, 2010 -- Are you interested in helping the Houston SPCA and its animal friends, but not sure you are ready to adopt a pet right now?  Why not consider becoming a foster home?  A foster home temporarily houses and cares for an animal until it is ready to come back for adoption.  Check out this video that provides an over-view of the program, and how it helps animals in a very special way.

Click here for more information on how you can be a part of the Houston SPCA Foster Care Program.

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Salut Din Romania

(Houston SPCA) July 13, 2010 -- Cristina Lapis, President of the Libearty Bear Sanctuary is proud to report that Betsy The Bear and her new friend Monica are now sharing an enclosure at the Libearty Bear Sanctuary. Monica arrived at the sanctuary just a few months before Betsy and up until June 15th, the two bears lived in adjoining enclosures. Today, they are learning to coexist with one another and from what Cristina has observed, she says Monica is working very hard to win Betsy’s friendship.

Monica is sixteen years old and came from a less than reputable zoo and like Betsy, now finds comfort in this peaceful sanctuary located in the beautiful Carpathian Mountains. The World Society for the Protection of Animals will soon build a third enclosure for these two bears as they are too old to reside in the existing enclosures where the other groups have already been formed.

 New photos of Betsy

And, in case you were wondering; Betsy is learning how to speak Romanian,  "Salut Din Romania" means hello from Romania.  You can read more about the adventures of Betsy the Bear, along with a video that outlines Betsy's whole story from rescue to release by clicking here. 

Betsy the Bear's story is a happy one because people just like you support the Houston SPCA.  Click here to find out more on how you join the Houston SPCA team.

Is Your Desk Top in Need of a Make-Over?

(Houston SPCA) June 29, 2010 -- Looking for a way to update your computer without spending a lot?  Why not make the Houston SPCA logo w/ downtown Houston as your Desk Top art?  It's very styish and is sure to impress your friends and co-workers.  And the best part is it won't cost you a cent!

It's real easy.  Simply right-click on the photo with your mouse and then click on "set as background".  It's a great way to let everyone know that you support the Houston SPCA.

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Top Ten Reasons to Adopt a Black Cat

(Houston SPCA) June 25, 2010 -- Did you know that black cats are some of the hardest animals to find new homes for?   There are many myths surrounding these lovable creatures, so we came up with a Top Ten list of why Black Cats are cool to adopt.

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Pet Food Donations Needed

(Houston SPCA) June 24, 2010 -- For many homebound seniors, the companionship of a pet is critical to their health and happiness.  Sadly for some, the cost and ability to acquire food for their best friends is an impractical task.  Several years ago, Meals on Wheels for Greater Houston delivery drivers noticed that their senior clients would sometimes share their home-delivered meals with their pet companions.

Read more about how you can help here!

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Support The Houston SPCA with the Kroger Plus Card

Houston SPCA (June 18, 2010) -- There are many easy ways you can support the Houston SPCA.  One is to enroll the Houston SPCA onto your Kroger Plus Card.  That way, everytime you shop for groceries, Kroger will contribute a percentage of your eliglible purchases.

The Kroger Plus Card program requires that you enroll each year, so if you had enrolled earlier, you may need to re-enroll.  It's very easy, just print out the Kroger Customer Letter and bring it with you the next time you go shopping.  Then when you check out, present the letter to the cashier.  They will scan the bar code found on the letter and that's it!

Thanks to Kroger for supporting the Houston SPCA.  You can find a full list of ways to support the Houston SPCA on our Donation page.

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161 Dogs Released to The Houston SPCA

(Houston SPCA) June 15, 2010 -- The Houston SPCA Cruelty Investigations Team assisted Precinct 1 Constables in the rescue of more than 160 dogs from a home in north Houston on Tuesday. Today, the Honorable Judge Dale Gorczynski, Pct. 1, Place 1 heard the case.  The case was mediated and all dogs will remain in the custody of the Houston SPCA. 

The dogs range in age from just a few days old to 14 years and are suffering from a variety of medical conditions ranging from highly contagious diseases to more minor issues like mange, dental problems and upper respiratory infections.  None of the dogs are currently available for adoption because of their medical conditions. 

Some of the dogs may be placed with our dedicated team of foster volunteers so they can be nursed back to health.  Continue to check www.houstonspca.org for more information. As the dogs become available, their pictures will be “live” on the website.

The Houston SPCA Cruelty Investigation Team assisting Precinct 1 Constables

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