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Fireworks and Pets

Fireworks and Pets

Tips to help keep your pet safe and sound this fourth of July.

You’re Lookin’ Swell, Dolly!

A paralyzed puppy’s journey to find her forever home in Texas

Find a Mature Pal this Weekend

HHS adoption drive hosted by Palms Pet Resort & Spa on June 12.

Free Spay/Neuter offered for District 4

Space is limited during this special offer from SpaySA.

A Feline Fiesta for San Antonio

Adopt-a-cat month at ACS includes several adoption specials.

Pet Safety in the Summer Heat

Pet owners need to begin taking precautions as the temperatures begin to rise.

Area Shelters in Need of Volunteers

With tight budgets and many animals to care for, local shelters are in need of hands-on assistance.

Round Up Yer Friends

Saturday is "Danes, Dudes & Dudettes" adoption day and fundraiser at Pawderosa Ranch.

1st-Ever El Perro Loco Crowned in San Antonio

Canine prince is medically trained to help elderly and disabled persons

Two Texas Stops Scheduled for this Year’s Tour for Life

Coming to the Alzafar Shrine in San Antonio on April 4th and to Houston April 5th

Another “Big Dogs for Big Boys!” Adoption Event

Big love coming in big packages on Saturday, March 28

Hogs ‘N Dogs Event

Animal Care Services making a pit stop for the pups on March 21

Dogs Cheer Local Hockey Team to Victory

San Antonio Rampage Pucks & Paws event draws hockey fans and dogs alike.

Bring Your Dog to the 2nd Annual Pucks & Paws Hockey Game

Rampage tags OwnUp SA for community-wide support

Spay Day Banquet in San Antonio

Join The Hailey Foundation in observance of Tuesday, February 24th event

Fall in “Puppy-Love” this Spring

San Antonio shelters align for March 7th adoption event

This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Say “I Love You” With Chocolate

SPCA of Texas reminds public that chocolate can be poisonous to pets

ACS Canine Casanovas Give “BIG LOVE” for Valentine’s Day!

Special holiday events and adoption fees for San Antonio dogs on February 14

Texas Residents: Innocent Dogs At Risk In Your State!

Call legislators today to oppose H.B. 925

Animal Welfare Events Coming to San Antonio

Must-attend seminar and conference February 28th - March 3rd

“Big Dogs for Big Boys!” Adoption Event

Retrievers, Spaniels, Shepherds and more featured in San Antonio on January 31st

Smiles Will Rule at 1st “Paws for Smiles” Adoption Event on January 10

Animal Care Services adds local smile-makers to “National Find a Dentist Day”

Five Free TNR Workshops Held Monthly in San Antonio and Bulverde

First 2009 workshop starts this Sunday, January 4

Happy Neuter Year!

January 3rd event in San Antonio to discuss the new Intact Dog Permit solutions to the community’s animal overpopulation issue

Intact Dog Permit to go into effect January 1, 2009

New permit aimed at providing an incentive for San Antonio residents to sterilize their pets

The 12 Pets of Christmas Take the Spotlight at ACS

Animal Care Services spotlights reduced adoption fees and shelter stars with the “Christmas Cats and Hanukah Hounds” event this Saturday, December 20

Four-Legged Christmas Presents?

Residents urged to make an informed decision on giving pets as gifts

Home 4 the Holidays SUPER Pet Event

See pets from over 20 animal welfare groups in San Antonio on Saturday, December 6

Celebrate a Compassionate Thanksgiving

Join others on Friday, November 28 for a vegan potluck and support wildlife rescue

Giving Thanks and Giving Thought to Pet Safety

Tips to enjoy a happy, healthy, and safe holiday with your pets.

“Big Dogs for Big Boys!” Adoption Event

Come to Sportsman Warehouse on November 22 to find the perfect furry friend.

Join the Chase for $100,000!

The animals of Best Friends are looking for 1,700 people to help them “earn” $100,000. And there’s no donation required.

Taking the Shelter to the Community

San Antonio adopting the Training Wheels® outreach program

Book Tour to Support Horse Rescue

Brighter Days Horse Refuge has partnered with author on the first ever virtual Cowboy-Up Holiday Tour.

Free TNR Workshop

Animal Rescue Connections to offer trapping lessons in Bulverde on November 15

Care for Combat Canines

New state-of-the-art veterinary hospital opens in San Antonio for military dogs

Animal Care Services gets “Training Wheels!”

Experts coming to San Antonio November 7-9 for mobile outreach program

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month

Make this month a time to remember in the life of a senior homeless pet.

Halloween Safety Tips for Pets

ACS offers safety tips during the trick-or-treating season.

A Gathering for Greyhounds and Other Pets

HOT to hold Greyt Greyhounds and Friends Fair on Saturday, October 25.

Super Adoption Event at the Rim

AAPAW to host adoption event featuring many shelter and rescue groups.

Pet Blessings For All

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church was a site for San Antonio pet blessings this past weekend.

Residents Advised to Vaccinate Pets for Rabies

Second local case of rabies in a domestic animal confirmed

Calling All Trappers

Join the newly forming TNR Buddies today

New Universal City Animal Shelter Celebrates Grand Opening

Fantastic new facility features many adoptable cats and dogs.

Celebrate 10 Years with CLASS

Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society’s 10th anniversary celebration is August 23.

National Homeless Animals Day

ACS lowers adoption fees for special day.

Love in Every Stitch

San Antonio seniors sew for ACS.

When Disaster Strikes

Incorporate your pets into your plans

Fireworks and Pets Don’t Mix

Tips for a worry free holiday for EVERY member of your family.

A First for Texas: Free Pets of All Ages for All Seniors

A First for Texas: Free Pets of All Ages for All Seniors

Animal Care Services Announces Spay/Neuter Initiative

Low-cost spay/neuter surgeries to benefit local residents and their pets.

SNAP Receives $25,000 Grant to Fund Sterilization Surgeries

San Antonio Foundation funds big dog and regular spay-neuter days.

Wild About Animals – Part II

30+ year old organization provides rehabilitation and sanctuary in Kendalia, Texas.

Wild About Animals

30+ year old organization provides rehabilitation and sanctuary in Kendalia, Texas.

The City of San Antonio Encourages TNR on its Next Step Toward No-Kill 2012

Animal Care Services to stop accepting cats in traps effective April 1.

Adopt, Don’t Shop

San Antonio resident comes to Austin to show the animal welfare community how to picket a Petland.

San Antonio Mayor Declares It’s Time to OwnUp SA!

No-Kill 2012 campaign unveiled as initiative goals outlined.

No-Kill Movement in San Antonio Garners Major Support

Sea World brings Jack Hanna to town to announce partnership.

Animal Care Services to Establish New 24 hour Manned “Bite Line”

Starting March 1st, call in to report instances of animal bites and cruelty in San Antonio.

San Antonio Feral Cat Coalition Receives $50,000 Grant

Funds are to be used to spay and neuter 1,000 ferals.

New Partnership Will Help More Shelter Pets Find Homes

San Antonio Animal Care Services to team with Petco to increase adoptions.

Animal Care Services Facility Will Help San Antonio Become “No-Kill”

Innovative shelter and new programs will guide the community towards embracing responsible, humane care for all animals.

Animal Care Services Opens Its (New) Doors

New shelter features expanded adoption kennels and medical clinic.

San Antonio City Leaders Approve New Animal Laws

Changes to animal care ordinance will help city move towards the community’s No-Kill Goal.

San Antonio Can Be No-Kill by 2012

Renowned expert Nathan Winograd shows how.

SNAP and PetSmart Charities Partner in San Antonio

SNAP receives $147,845 grant to open new spay-neuter clinic.

Ignorance of the Law Is No Excuse

New animal laws in Texas set to go into effect September 1, 2007.
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