KHOU Animal Attraction

Scout's Honor Rescue Benefit

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:21:45 -0600

Scout's Honor Rescue, Inc. is hosting its SECOND annual Movie Night and Silent Auction fundraiser beginning at 7 pm on Thursday, November 12, 2009, at River Oaks Theater and Epicure Café.

Help For Burned Shelter

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:07:31 -0600

Volunteers donated their energy, time and passion Monday to help a Killeen animal shelter recover from a fire that killed 99 cats and 12 dogs Sunday.

NY Bans Gassing

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:57:40 -0600

A recently passed New York state law bans carbon monoxide poisoning as a means of euthanizing animals.

TNR webinars by Neighborhood Cats!

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:32:35 -0600

The first four webinars in a five part series on feral cats and TNR, instructed by Bryan Kortis of Neighborhood Cats and presented by PetSmart Charities, are now available for viewing online at your convenience.

BARC STARZ FALL FESTIVAL

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:34:59 -0600

Celebrate Halloween Saturday at BARC's Fall Festival!

Microchipping Raises Money For Cats

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:57:03 -0600

It's unlikely so many cats have been microchipped in one summer, ever. From June 1 through August 31, 59,074 cats were microchipped and enrolled in the HomeAgain Proactive Pet Recovery Network.

Restrictions on Texas Horses

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:26:25 -0600

Several states and Canada implemented restrictions and/or additional entry requirements for Texas equine animals after equine piroplasmosis was detected in South Texas.

Low Cost Microchip Clinic

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 05:46:55 -0600

The League City Animal Shelter is hosting an Open House, Low Cost Microchip Clinic and more on Saturday, November 1st!

Las Vegas to Consider Mandatory Spay/Neuter

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:40:18 -0600

According to The American Kennel Club, the committee designated by the Las Vegas City Council to review a proposed mandatory spay/neuter ordinance will hold its first meeting on November 3rd.

Internet Ivory Trafficker Sentenced

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:03:56 -0600

A man who traded in ivory from endangered species on eBay was sentenced to 10 months in prison at Luton Crown Court following an international investigation by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Elephants' tusks and whales' teeth had been carved into billiard balls or used to make corkscrews before being sold on the commercial website.

USDA Files Charges

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:39:58 -0600

USDA files charges in elephant abuse case; IDA urges agency to rescue abused elephant from circus handler

Halloween Pet Safety Tips

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:26:47 -0600

Halloween tricks and treats can be fun for both kids and adults, but those strange costumes and spooky sounds can frighten even the most well behaved pet. The Houston SPCA encourages pet parents to take the following precautions to make sure their pet stays safe and healthy this Halloween.

BARC STARZ

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 05:38:58 -0600

Two words we hate to see together...Time's Up and Adoption Return. In the past week we have been saddened to see some of our old friends behind the bars at BARC again.

Spooktacular Event!

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:56:01 -0600

Bunny Buddies and the Houston SPCA invite you to a Spooktacular Event!

Happy Anniversary WR&E

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:32:49 -0600

The Wildlife Rehab & Education Center celebrates its third anniversary and launches a brand new website on October 22nd from 5pm to 7:30pm at 7007 Katy Road.