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November 2009
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September 2008 ArchivesThe Houston SPCA is thankful to everyone in the community who participated in "Operation Save a Life."
Rabies, though preventable, kills 55,000 people and countless dogs every year. In many countries, governments respond by shooting or poisoning dogs, a grossly inhumane and hopelessly ineffective method of disease control. On September 28, WSPA raised awareness about humane solutions.
The FDA issues the draft guidance on regulating genetically engineered animals. Public comment is invited. Wildlife Rehab & Education continue their efforts to care for wild animal victims of Hurricane Ike.
Houston Astros players set to autograph 2009 Player and Pet Calendars!
After Hurricane Ike passed, calls began to pour in reporting lost or found animals in the hope that Citizens for Animal Protection could provide some help. ...The five little terrier-mix dogs had been left behind on Galveston Island.
There's now hope for distraught owners of pets lost during Hurricane Ike. And, the first reunion took place Thursday afternoon at the Houston SPCA.
"Operation Save A Life" calls on Houstonians to help save a Galveston Pet's Life
The Harris County Veterinary Medical Assocation has up to date information on open veterinary hospitals. ...The latest from the Houston Humane Society. ...Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services Veterinary Public Health is now operating on extended hours. ...They knew they were faced with a tremendous task...creating a safe haven for those in need where there was no shelter from the storm.
The wrath of Hurricane Ike left a site of mass destruction at the Galveston County Animal Shelter in Texas City.
Habitat for Horses an equine rescue needs assistance in caring for the 60 plus horses that are at the ranch in Hitchcock. ...Feed, resources needed in Chambers, Jefferson counties to aid 20,000 displaced livestock. ...The number has changed to 713-435-2990. This is for pets or strays who need to be rescued after the storm. The SPCA is also working on getting a list of veterinarians that are open for pets that need treatment. We will post it as soon as we get it. ...The Harris County Disaster Animal Management Task Force would like to remind citizens that there will be many lost and displaced pets after Hurricane Ike. ...The Wildlife Rehab & Education Wildlife Care Center is preparing for an influx of wild animal victims of Hurricane Ike.
The Houston SPCA has set up and activited its Animal Response Hotline. ...Experts are encouraging livestock owners to take precautions as Hurricane Ike approaches Texas. Hurricane Ike is currently predicted to impact the Harris County Area. Harris County Judge Ed Emmett has ordered the evacuation of zip codes 77058, 77059, 77062, 77520, 77546, 77571, and 77598. Pet owners are reminded to take their pets with them when evacuating. Prepare for Hurricane Ike!
The Houston SPCA evacuated 55 animals from the Brazoria County SPCA and moved them to Houston to wait out Hurricane Ike.
As Hurricane Ike sets its eye on the Texas Coast, thousands of coastal residents are going to be mandated to evacuate their homes. ...Houston Astros players set to autograph the 2009 Player & Pet Calendars on September 27 at Borders!
Here are the BARC Cat Starz for 9-8-08!! BARC is overrun with cats and kittens right now and could really benefit from people come to BARC to adopt now!!!! You will literally save a life!
Two down...one to go. Forecasts show Ike crossing Cuba and skirting Key West by Tuesday on a trek to the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico, slowly strengthening to perhaps a Category 3 storm. Plan now.
A vigil was held in front of Houston's city hall on Friday night in memorial to the dogs that died. ...Advocates for animals call for change at Houston's Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care by holding a candlelight vigil tonight.
Teach your dog some amazing fun tricks and "WOW" your family and friends in just one hour this Saturday!
Dear BARC STARZ Readers - Thank you so much for your amazing response from last week! We are excited to report that Bella was saved by our friends at Scouts Honor Rescue! Thank you! Mandy was adopted and is sleeping happily in her new home. Haven is also safe and sound in a great foster home. J However...there are 3 dogs left from last week along with some new "last chance dogs." 2 of these are very URGENT! Please keep reading!
HOUSTON -- Eight dogs died last week after they were left in the back of an animal control officer's truck without air conditioning. An investigation is ongoing to determine if the truck's air conditioning unit failed or if the animal control officer forgot to turn it on. Temperatures on Aug. 26, the day when the dogs died, peaked at 95 degrees. When the animal control officer stopped for a lunch break, she said the air conditioning unit was working properly. ...Eight dogs died last week after they were left in the back of an animal control officer's truck without air conditioning. An investigation is ongoing to determine if the truck's air conditioning unit failed or if the animal control officer forgot to turn it on.
Here are a collection of photos images from the mega-shelters in Shreveport and Alexandria. Post-storm assessments will be conducted today.
The Louisiana State Animal Response Team mobilized evacuation and sheltering teams and received hundreds of animals at shelters in Shreveport and Alexandria.
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