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Cover: Wardrobe provided by: Fifi & Fidos Pet Boutique Jayne Appel & Davellyn Whyte (See Page 15 for Details) Puppies Elvis & Miss Priscilla (See Page 15 for Details) Photographer: Renee Spade
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08 Pet Friendly Directory Related Illness and 10 Heat Your Four-Legged Friend 12
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Dana Raimondi is the publisher of Texas Dogs & Cats Magazine. She is a recent transplant to San Antonio from “the Windy City” but has become an admirer of the San Antonio cultural scene. Although a CPA, her true passion in life is the caring and welfare of animals. Fran Sherman has been a freelance creative director/graphic designer since 1985. Throughout these years, she has designed a myriad of materials for a staggering number of companies, and she has won numerous graphic design awards for her work, many of them for magazine/publication design. Renee Spade is the owner of Renee Spade Photography. She has been spreading furry joy to pet parents with her photography/graphic design services and super-fun pet product line, The Jack & Spade Collection since 2005. Dr. dan Kirby, DVM, graduated Cum Laude from Texas A&M with a degree in Biomedical Science in 1979 and earned his DVM in 1984. Dr. Kirby has been the owner and director of Alamo Heights Pet Clinic since 1997. He uses both a conventional and a holistic approach to medicine.
contributing partners Seamus Nelson is the Director of Communication for the San Antonio Humane Society. In addition to working with the great pets at the shelter, he serves as a public affairs officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He also enjoys spending time with his wife Mary. Jenny puls, the Communication Associate for the San Antonio Humane Society, is a Texas-native with a passion for writing and pets. She lives downtown with her husband Charles and their two rescue dogs, Turbo and Elie. Shannan Parker has been publishing Texas Dogs and Cats in Houston for the past four years. She and her husband Jeff have four rescued dogs and two cats, as well as two teenage children among them.
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By Dr. Courtney H. Bridgeman, Chief Veterinarian, San Antonio Humane Society
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ith the onset of triple-digit summer days, it is important to remember the safety of our four legged friends. The following are frequently asked questions concerning heat related illness in our pets:
1. Is heat related illness more common in animals? Yes. Most animals, especially dogs and cats, do not sweat over their full bodies like humans do. Their body is instead covered with a dense layer of fur. These two contributing factors mean that they are incapable of releasing heat quickly enough to stay cool when faced with extreme heat conditions. A dog or cat’s sole way of reducing body heat is through panting and the pads of their feet. It is not efficient. 10
2. What disorders are we talking about when we say “heat related illness” ? Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are the two most common forms of heat related illness. Heat exhaustion is the first step and reversible without lasting damage to the pet. Heat stroke is more severe and can leave permanent brain or nerve damage or be fatal.
3. What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion? Heat exhaustion will begin as intense panting. The tongue takes on a wide flat shape and lolls out of the animals’ mouth appearing much larger than normal. The animal may be reluctant to rise and could even seem a bit disoriented or dizzy. Their body temperature can approach 105107 degrees and affect their thought processes. Vomiting can occur as can “fainting” or brief moments of unconsciousness.
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4. What are the symptoms of heat stroke? Heat stroke is the next stage of heat illness. You may have missed the symptoms listed above. At the stage of heat stroke, your pet’s life is in danger. Diarrhea and vomiting are common. You may no longer see the pet panting but their gums and tongue may be dry and very red. They may not be conscious or they won’t be acting like themselves. Seizures can occur at this stage and are a sign that damage has already begun in the brain. An animal’s temperature can reach 109-110 degrees. 5. What do I do???? If you see the above signs of heat exhaustion in your pet, immediately get them somewhere cool and physically stop their activity! Dogs get so excited by being in a new place or doing something new, that they do not realize they have overdone it until it’s too late. Shade or air conditioning is helpful to drop the temperature. Get the animal wet, especially around the throat and belly. Running water is better, as a bathtub or pond does not always circulate new cool water around the animal’s body. Let them drink some water. Monitor their body temperature with a thermometer if possible. Once the temp is down to 103, stop the cooling process! It is possible to overcool the animal and give them hypothermia. Even if the animal seems to recover well it is important to see a veterinarian in case of dehydration. Even small levels of heat exhaustion or stroke can cause kidney damage without proper hydration. If you see signs of heat stroke, seek veterinary care IMMEDIATELY! Carefully begin cooling on the drive with ice, rubbing alcohol or water but not too long. Immediate fluid therapy and cooling is necessary to save their life.
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6. How do I prevent heat related illness? Prevention is simple and more important than treatment: 1. Never leave your animal under direct sunlight without access to shade or plentiful water. They need the ability to escape the sun’s harsh rays just like we do. 2. Never leave your animal a water bucket they can spill as their only source of drinking water. Hot dogs search for a means to cool off and just like little kids, many like to play in the water as an aid to that process. If they can spill or dig in their water bowl, they will to refresh themselves. This can lead to a potentially deadly situation with a dog with no water out in the heat. 3. Never leave your animal (or child) in a parked car, even with the windows cracked. In several University studies performed to evaluate the internal temperature of a parked car, it was routinely found that the car’s temperature was on average 12-20degrees HOTTER than the outside temperature. This means that external temperatures in the low 80’s were hot enough to reach the high 90’s or even over 100 degrees. That’s hot enough to trigger heat stroke. Temperatures begin climbing the moment you shut the door. The temperature skyrockets in the first 5min, in one study going from 62 to 86 degrees. Within 15min, the interior was at 107. Cracking the windows or parking in the shade does not slow that process very much. Another important fact noted in this study is that animals left in the bed of a truck are in no less danger. Even though ambient temperatures maybe lower, the animal is often in direct sunlight or in direct contact with metals that can reach up to 131 degrees!
4. When taking your dog with you to places like the beach, hiking, or the park, take plenty of water, rest often and find shade. Make sure to monitor your dog’s exercise level, and if you begin to feel overly warm, they will too. 5. Watch hot concrete! Hot concrete and asphalt can not only radiate more heat back up at the animal but also burn sensitive footpads and bellies. Care should be taken if walking on hot concrete to provide adequate foot cover or allow your pet to walk in the grass instead. The summer provides many opportunities for you and your pet to get away and explore. Remember to pack for safety if taking your pup with you. But if you are running to the store or out to eat, leave the pets at home where they will be safe. Dr. Courtney Bridgeman attended Texas A&M school of Veterinary Medicine (‘07) as well as College of Animal Sciences (‘02). She joined the San Antonio Humane Society as their first full-time veterinarian 5 years ago and has worked to create a healthy and happy environment for all the animals there. Dr. Bridgeman enjoys her small ranch of race bred Quarter Horses and raising her 1yr old twin daughters, Evellyn and Jaedyn.
Dr. Courtney H. Bridgeman, chief Veternarian for San Antonio Humane Society, and friend
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ince January 2012, San Antonio Pets Alive!(SAPA!) has been a driving force in the movement toward making San Antonio the largest No-Kill city in the nation. Modeled after Austin Pets Alive!—credited with Austin’s achievement of No-Kill in 2011— SAPA! is a nonprofit organization largely run by dedicated volunteers. A grassroots effort, SAPA!’s mission is to save every adoptable dog and cat in danger of euthanasia at the City Shelter through adoption, foster care, baby-bottle feeding, positive alternatives to shelter surrender(P.A.S.S.) and the involvement of citizens and businesses in order to make San Antonio a No-Kill city. The partnership between SAPA! and San Antonio’s Animal Care Services is vital to this effort. By pulling animals directly off of the daily euthanasia list, SAPA! is able to save many of the animals that often go overlooked. Unique to other rescues, SAPA! focuses solely on the pets that have already been passed over by other groups and shelters’ adoption programs. SAPA! pulls the ill, the injured, and the hard to place breeds as well as elderly animals. By involving the community and the city, SAPA! has been able to take the city’s live release rate to a record high. “In a little over a year, we have helped raise the city’s live release rate from 30% to 78% and saved over 8,000 animals,” said Rosemary Jones, Associate Executive Director. SAPA! is also building resources in San Antonio to help citizens find ways to keep animals out of the shelter and off of the euthanasia list. Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (P.A.S.S.) was created to fill that gap. “We offer a variety of ways to help your pet, from re-homing resources, low cost medical options, behavioral resources, help with food, and even advocating on your behalf if needed. San Antonio already offers prevention resources to the public such as spay/neuter
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and we are filling the gaps in areas that have been historically under-represented, such as high volume, high quality foster and adoption,” said Rosemary Jones. Recently, San Antonio City Council voted to select SAPA! to manage the new Paul Jolly Adoption Center and PETCO Pavilion scheduled to open in October 2013. Located across from the Zoo, the new center will become home to SAPA!’s additional adoption site. The facility is expected to result in 3,000 adoptions per year. “In an effort to help fund this expansion, we have launched our 50 Fundraisers of Summer Challenge asking supporters to have a fundraiser on SAPA!’s behalf. Whether it’s hosting a Mary Kay party, a garage sale, or even a lemonade stand, every little bit helps,” said Lindy Hardin, Development Lead. San Antonio Pets Alive! is constantly working with the city and the community to continue to save as many animals as possible and there are a variety of ways to pitch in according to Vickie Lucero, Placement Coordinator, “If you can’t adopt, foster. If you can’t foster, volunteer. If you can’t volunteer, donate.” Because SAPA! is largely volunteer run, they are constantly reaching out for volunteers and fosters. If you are interested in adopting, fostering, volunteering or donating email info@sanantoniopetsalive.org or go online at www.sanantoniopetsalive.org. facebook.com/sapetsalive @sapetsalive
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he San Antonio Silver Stars are entering their 11th season in the WNBA, and remain the only professional women’s basketball team in the entire state of Texas. 2013 represents an important year for not only the Silver Stars, but the entire WNBA. In an effort to capitalize on the excitement of a fresh crop of WNBA players with mass-appeal, the league has chosen to change their logo and primary colors. The Silver Stars enter their 11th season, and are one of three teams to call the AT&T Center home. The team takes great pride in the winning tradition of San Antonio sports, and carries that attitude off-the-court as well. Silver Stars players Jayne Appel and Davellyn White jumped at the chance to play with local San Antonio rescue dogs after a June practice. Appel and White weren’t the only ones to join in the fun, as the majority of the Silver Stars’ players came out of the locker room at one point or another to say hi to the AT&T Center’s furry visi-
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tors. The dogs were treated to a first class tour of the arena, getting to pose with many of the Silver Stars players for candid photos and behind-thescenes access to the Stars’ locker room. The Silver Stars mascot, the Fox, did not make an appearance, for obvious reasons. Each year the Silver Stars host Hoops and Hounds, where fans are invited to bring their dogs to the AT&T Center for a special Silver Stars game featuring themed entertainment, and even the opportunity to adopt a dog in need of a home. This year is no exception. On Sunday, August 4th the
Silver Stars will host the Tulsa Shock at 3:30pm for Hoops & Hounds presented by the Lynd Company. Plan to enjoy a basketball game with your favorite four legged friend, as the Silver Stars do their part to help San Antonio area rescue dogs find a good home. For more information about Hoops and Hounds, and the 2013 Silver Stars season visit www.sasilverstars. com or call 210-444-5090.
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Davellyn Whyte Davellyn Whyte made Arizona women’s basketball history when she was picked 16th overall by the San Antonio Stars in the WNBA draft this past April. She left the Wildcats as one of the most successful players in program history by finishing with 2,059 points, the second most in Arizona history. Whyte a 5’11” guard grew up with pets, and has a bichon frise named Sophie, that she’s had since she was in third grade. Whyte currently has Sophie, and a runt pitbull named Blaze. Whyte is not the only athlete in her family, as
her father is former Major League Baseball All-Star Devon Whyte. Jayne Appel Jayne Appel has many career achievements, including being named a 2010 WNBA All-Star in her rookie season, as well as becoming the leading rebounder in Pac-10 History. This is Appel’s fourth season with the Silver Stars. At 6’4” tall, Appel is the Silver Stars Center, and is considered one of the better passing postplayers in the WNBA. Appel grew up with cats and currently owns a two year old whiney named
Blue. She is proud that she has taught Blue to ring a bell when he wants to go outside. Elvis Elvis is as sweet as he looks! He is a 2 month old Lab blend who is learning how to be a great companion. Like any puppy, he loves to run around and play and of course give puppy kisses. Could Elvis be the next addition to your family? Miss Priscilla Meet Miss Priscilla! This sweet girl is a 2 month old Lab blend who loves nothing more than to be
cuddled. She is working on basic training skills and is eager to find the perfect home! Miss Priscilla welcomes everyone with a wet puppy kiss and could bring a smile to any face. Both Elvis & Miss Priscilla are puppies of SAPA! and among the thousands of dogs and cats available for adoption. All SAPA! animals come vaccinated, spay/neutered, and micro-chipped with their adoption fee. For more adoptable dogs and cats, visit our website at www. sanantoniopetsalive.org
Photos by Renee Spade
And Our Other Furry Models from the Shoot & SAPA!
Joe is pictured with Appel & Whyte. He’s a fun loving boxer pit blend. He’s crate trained and working hard on his manners. He’s a really good boy that just needs lots of love and well defined instructions.
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From Left to Right: Indy is a 1 year old chow/spaniel blend who enjoys playing with other dogs and meeting new people. Appel is holding puppies Elvis & Miss Priscilla & sitting next to Whyte. cassidy is a fun loving pup who enjoys nothing more than running around and playing with other dogs. Betty is a 2 year old boxer blend female who is as sweet as can be! Maggie is a sweet 3 year old cattle dog blend who is energetic and playful! Milo is a 2 year old cattle dog blend who loves nothing more than playing outside.
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linear foreign bodies
ats are notoriously curious, playful animals. If you Google “kitten” you’ll find endless pictures of cats playing with yarn or ribbon. Many adult cats don’t lose the enjoyment of playing with these items, and will often pounce on a variety of “toys”. Unfortunately, some cats may ingest all or part of their fun “toys”. When playthings are ingested, they can become stuck. In some cases, the stuck object will cause a blockage of the intestines. When this occurs with string-like objects, it is called a linear foreign body, and may require swift surgical intervention.
The symptoms of a linear foreign body can be similar to the symptoms for several other feline problems and issues. Lethargy, along with vomiting and decreased appetite, are the most common symptoms of a linear foreign body. Many cats will also hide or become irritable when uncomfortable. If your pet has any of these symptoms, or is experiencing similar warning signs, schedule an appointment with a veterinarian as soon as possible. If your cat is suffering from a linear foreign body, the sooner your pet is seen, the better! X-rays can be a good diagnostic tool to diagnose a foreign body that is obvious; an ultrasound may also be performed to confirm the presence and location of a linear foreign body when radiographs are not definitive. Once a linear foreign body has been diagnosed, the next step is to surgically remove the foreign material. In some cases, a concrete diagnosis of a linear foreign body cannot be made. In these situations, surgery is often still recommended, as not all linear foreign bodies are apparent with diagnostic testing. A consultation with a board-certified veterinary surgeon should be considered for linear foreign body cases, as the surgery for these blockages can be intricate and delicate. If the blockage is not appropriately addressed in a timely manner, the consequences can be grave. Intestinal perforation, bleeding, and a severe abdominal or body-wide infection, called sepsis, can result from an untreated linear foreign body. Ultimately, the consequences of these complications can be fatal.
Any pet can experience a linear foreign body, but cat owners should be especially aware of this issue. Early detection is the key to keeping your cat healthy and happy, for many feline disorders, especially if your cat experiences a linear foreign body. Make sure and visit your family veterinarian as soon as a possible problem is identified, and if the diagnosis is a linear foreign body, consider scheduling surgery with a board-certified veterinary surgeon for your pet. Dr. Beale is board-certified in small animal surgery and is a founding partner of Mission Veterinary Specialists. He received his DVM from The University of Florida in 1985. He completed an internship at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C., and a surgical residency at The University of Florida. He received his certification in surgery in 1991. Dr. Beale was an assistant professor of surgery at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine prior to joining Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in 1992 and Mission Veterinary Specialists in 2012.
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watersafety tips for your pet
by Shannon Pigott, CVPM, ACC
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veryone likes a summer splash in cool waters – including your canine family member! While some jump in from the water’s edge with reckless abandon, others prefer to keep their head above water. Either way, our job as pet parents is to keep our pets safe anytime they are around water. Consider the following tips when taking your pet out for a swim:.
1) If your pal is new to your family, check out his feet! Did you know that some dogs, like the Labrador retriever actually have webbed feet to propel them in water? Dogs that lack this webbing can be good swimmers, but need practice to learn to be experts in the water. It’s best to swim with your pal before turning him loose to swim on his own! 2) Life preservers are important when boating or on long swims! Dogs with dense muscle mass are less buoyant and therefore exert more effort and coordination to swim. These guys need practice at swimming and should always wear a life preserver because long swims can be dangerous, especially if he’s out of shape! 3) Teach your dog how to safely exit the swimming pool. If you encourage your dog to swim with you in the backyard pool, be sure to teach him how to safely exit to prevent drowning when you are away. Because you can’t tell him where the stairs are located, you should practice leading him out of the pool so he knows where to go! There is zero room for error so take your time training him. You can use treats or clicker training to help him learn where to go! 4) Avoid stagnant water. Most people know to avoid swimming in stagnant water. The problem with dogs is they don’t know to avoid these dangers and not only swim, but often drink the water. If your pal swims in creeks, ponds, or laps water out of puddles be sure he’s been vac20
cinated for Leptospirosis. Leptospirosis is a dangerous bacterial infection that targets the blood, liver and kidneys, and can be fatal. This disease is serious to his health and important to us because it’s zoonotic—meaning it can be transmitted to humans and other animals. Ask your veterinarian if he’s protected before you head out on your next outdoor adventure. Giardia is also a concern in stagnant water and another zoonotic disease your friend can contract. If you notice abdominal cramping and diarrhea please take him to see a veterinarian right away! 5) Protect his feet! We don’t always consider the fact that dogs can injure their pads while or after swimming. Injuries can occur from broken glass on river bottoms or from friction on rough concrete surfaces. When dogs swim for long periods of time, their skin can become soft making it easier to scrape the bottom portion of their pads off on pool decks or the rough surface of the pool bottom. These are painful injuries and take weeks to heal. A good rule of thumb is to check his feet every 30 minutes of swim time. Shannon Pigott, CVPM, ACC – Owner of City Veterinary Hospital, Friendship Pet Hospital and Wellness Center, Mission Pet Emergency and creator of Genesis Breed-Specific Health Care™
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After the disastrous 2005 hurricane season, new legislation mandating the accounting for people’s pets in disaster plans was proposed and enacted. The Pet Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act (PETS Act) was signed into law in 2006. This bi-partisan initiative insures that any state asking for federal assistance in emergency situations must have plans for accommodating pets and service animals during evacuations. During Katrina, our hearts were broken by stories of families forced to leave pets behind because shelters were not equipped to handle animals. Although we cheered the rescue of many pets who then ended up in other states, we also mourned with owners who never knew whether or not their furry friend survived. The PETS Act is just one step to help insure that the entire family can stay together. To help finance and support relief efforts, individuals within the veterinary industry started the “Paws to Save the Pets” campaign. Sponsored and supported by veterinary pharmaceutical leaders, this program has helped to raise $3 million in donations. These monies are divided equally between the PetFinder.com Foundation and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) in support of their relief efforts for future disasters. Disaster planning is important for all pet owners. Being prepared for the types of emergencies common in your area can be a life-saver to your pet. First and foremost, if you are ordered to evacuate your home, you should plan to take your pets with you. Even anticipated short evacuations can turn into week long absences. Other recommendations include maintaining proper identification on your pets, preparing evacuation kits,
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and obtaining pertinent medical records from your veterinarian. Having your pet micro chipped can be the difference between being reunited if you are separated in a crisis. Keeping current photographs of your pets is very important. These pictures can be used to create “lost” posters for distribution. Checking the local shelters and animal control facilities daily is a vital means to being reunited with your pet. Finally, inform your neighbors and your family veterinarian if your friend is missing. Following a few common-sense steps as well as planning to take your pet with you in the event of an evacuation may help to prevent physical trauma to your pet as well as emotional upheaval to you and your whole family. Dr. James Peterson is a 1992 graduate of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. He began his career in Emergency Veterinary Medicine in San Antonio, and has practiced both Emergency and Small Animal Medicine in San Antonio for over 20 years. He is currently a director of Mission Pet Emergency in Northwest San Antonio and owns Hill Country Animal Hospital & The Palms Pet Resort in Helotes, TX.
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• Their Regular Food (changing food on them during a trip may have gastric complications) • A copy of vet records • Poop Bags (Be kind and pick up after your dog.) • A Doggie First Aid Kit: Get diarrhea and nausea medication from your vet, triple antibiotic, ace bandages/gauze, tweezers, and a bottle of Ipecac (This can help induce vomiting in case they ingest something bad) If you’re flying your pet, each airline will have VERY specific requirements. Contact them way in advance so there are no surprises. Cats have their own set of needs when traveling. To find tips on traveling with your cat visit fabcats.org. Your pet’s normal behavior can definitely change during a long trip. They can be stressed and fearful or over exuberant and disobedient due to changes in their surroundings. Do not take it for granted that your pet will be “just fine”. Plan ahead so you can be sure of that! Catherine Laria is the owner of K9 Country Club in Bulverde, Texas. She has been training and traveling with her dogs now for almost 20 years.
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Q: Lately I’ve been wanting to switch my cat to an organic or at least a trustworthy all natural cat food. I don’t want to get conned into buying a less balanced cat food just because I want organic. What should I look for when picking a cat food? Thank You —Tia Kelly A: Cats are meat eaters. Many organic foods contain organic corn or organic rice, these are fillers that are not good for your cat, organic or not. You want to look for a high quality food with no fillers or by products. Feline diets can be very tricky and can lead to an imbalance. Talking with your veterinarian is helpful; he/she may recommend a specific diet for your cats’ needs. There are a number of good organic foods on the market. Fromm, Innova, Wellness, Blue Buffalo, and Solid Gold to name a few.
Q: My dog gets very anxious during the 4th of July fireworks. What can be done to calm him down? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you —Richard H. A: Noise phobia is a common problem in dogs, especially thunder and fireworks. Some options for treatment include: • Thundershirt • Homoeopathic calming drops, i.e. Rescue Remedy • Valium.
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RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS OF SAN ANTONIO
Alamo Area Partners for Animal Welfare (AAPAW) aapaw.org
Hill Country Animal League 830-249-2341 hcaltx.com
San Antonio Humane Society 210-226-7461 sahumane.org
Alamo Rescue Friends alamorescuefriends.org
Homes for Pets/Schertz Humane Society homesforpets.org
San Antonio Pets Alive (SAPA) sanantoniopetsalive.org
Animal Care Services 210-207-4738 saacs.net Animal Defense League 210-655-1481 adltexas.org Animal Friends Humane Society 830-981-2300 animalfriends4ever.org Animal Rescue Connections 830-438-0398 animalrescueconnections.org Best Friends Animal Society 210-306-6126 Bulverde Area Humane Society 830-980-2247 bulverdeareahumanesociety.com Canyon Lake Animal 830-899-2527 canyonlakeanimalsheltersociety.org Converse Animal Shelter 210-658-4821 casi.petfinder.com Cressie Animal Refuge and Enrichment (C.A.R.E.) 210-313-3600 caretx.org Cute and Cuddlie Animal Welfare Society 210-647-3529 Friends of Animal Care Services (FACS) 210-826-4831 friendsofanimalcare.org Helotes Humane Society 210-422-6242 hhsanimals.org
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Homeward Bound Dog Rescue 210-724-3461 homewardboundrescue.com Humane Society of Kerrville 830-367-7722 humanesocietyofkerrville.com Humane Society of New Braunfels 830-629-5287 hsnba.com
San Antonio R.O.C.K.S. (Real Option for Changing Kill Shelters) sarocks.org Schertz Animal Services 210-658-5321 South Texas Angel Paws Rescue 210-632-9111 SouthTexasAngelPawsRescue.com
Just Add Love Dog Rescue justaddlovedogrescue.com
Southern Animal Rescue Association 830-401-0280
Las Lomos K9 Rescue & Adoption Foundation dogsrus.org
Spaysa 210-351-7729 spaysa.org
Lost Paw Patrol 865-742-1151 lostpawpatrol.com
Spay-Neuter-Inject-Project of San Antonio (SNIPSA) 210-576-3497 snipsa.org
Love for Paws Rescue 210-639-4039 loveforpawsrescue.com Mutt Rescue & Adoption 210-563-6158 Paws for Service pawsforservice.org Paws N Claws Rescue 210-360-9933 PawsNClawsRescueSATX.com Responsible Pet Owners Alliance 210-822-6763 responsiblepetowners.org SA K9’s Service Dog Club 210-214-0182 San Antonio Guardian Angels 210-379-9034 sanantonioguardianangels.com
Talk About It! SA 210-242-4720 talkaboutitsa.org Texas GSP Rescue texasgsp.org Therapy Animals of San Antonio 210-614-6734 therapyanimalssa.org Windcrest Animal Control Task Force windcrestcitizen.com Please email dana. texasdogsandcats@gmail.com if you are a rescue organization or a Non Profit Pet Organization of San Antonio that would like to be added to this list or would like anything modified on this list. All breed specific rescue groups are listed on our website.
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ith our Texas summer temperatures topping out at around 100 degrees, I’m sure you’ll agree that it’s about time to cool off, and, better yet, with your dog by your side! Even if you don’t have a pool in your backyard, there are some great places nearby where you and your pooch can chill out and enjoy a fun water-filled day together. For many San Antonians, summer would not be complete without a float down one of the nearby rivers; however, I bet many of you didn’t know that you could get a tube for your fourlegged friend, too! Well my friends, surprise, you can! You’re welcome for making your next river excursion that much better. Just head north on I 35
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for about an hour till you find yourself in the heart of San Marcos. On the edge of the Texas State University campus and right on the San Marcos River is the Lions Club Tube Rental and River Shuttle which is totally dog friendly (tubesanmarcos.com)! Rent a tube with a bottom for your pup, cool off on your way down the San
Marcos River, and then the two of you can catch the Lions Club shuttle back to the start where you can rinse and repeat! Open Memorial Day through Labor Day, you’ll have plenty of chances to enjoy the beautiful river and an adventure with your dog. While floating the river is great, maybe you’re more of a feet in the sand, sea breeze in your hair kind of person and pup duo. Fear not, we’ve got your perfect hot day getaway covered, too. This time follow your compass south to the South Padre National Seashore, located just south of Corpus Christi and Mustang Island State Park off Park Road 22. With more than 70 miles of beach front to explore, you’ll easily find the perfect sandy spot for you and Fido to call your own. Off the main access road, there is the Malaquite Visitor Center which has restrooms, showers, and a concession stand to make for convenient beach-going (onpadreisland.com). Keep in mind you’ll need to keep your pup leashed at all times. Also, don’t forget to bring doggy bags and ample fresh water to keep you and your four-legged friend hydrated! We’ve covered lazy rivers and sandy beaches, but don’t forget the middle ground between these two hot day getaways, why it’s the lake of course! Mixing the beauty of the great outdoors with the mod urbanism of downtown Austin, Zilker Park on Lady Bird Lake offers the perfect summer day escape. Watch Fido frolic freely, that’s right, OFF LEASH, and splash around with other four-legged pals or rent a kayak or canoe from Zilker Park Boat Rentals who are also a dog friendly company (zilkerboats.com). Can’t you see it now, Fido sitting front and center as the coxswain of your canoe with the wind in his ears? So pack a lunch and spend a day by the water’s edge as you watch Fido run free or cruise along Ladybird Lake with your favorite cocaptain, either way, you can’t go wrong!
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