Most college seniors spend their final semesters studying, writing papers, and cherishing the last months of university social life. Bella Hubbard was not most college seniors. She wanted to act on her lifelong love of animals and give back to her community. She searched online...
Sometimes life happens! Your needs change, your pet’s needs change, or life’s just thrown you a huge curveball. You know a new home is the best thing for your pet, but you can’t bear the thought of bringing them to the shelter. Rehoming your own pet...
The winter holidays are fast approaching, and it’s a busy time of the year for almost everyone. That includes animal shelters! Dallas Animal Services is always in need of volunteers to help out around the holidays, as many staff and volunteers head off to visit...
November is Pet Diabetes Prevention Month. Yes, your pet can get diabetes! Just like humans, dogs and cats can develop Type II diabetes if their exercise and nutrition are insufficient. Our pets can’t make healthy choices on their own, so we have to help them....
Halloween is a holiday that children, adults, and even pets can all enjoy! Keep in mind that pets need a little extra help being safe during this celebration. Here are some tips for pet owners to have a safe and silly spooky season! Parties Having a gathering...
Is your furry friend looking a little extra, ahem, shall we say “fluffy”? Our pets can’t take themselves to the gym or count calories if they put on a few extra pounds – it’ up to us to make sure they are staying fit and...
We are big proponents of BYOB – that’s short for Bring Your Own Bag! When walking your dog, it’s important to bring a waste bag (and plenty of extras) with you wherever you go. We need all dog owners to be courteous to their neighbors by...
There's not a definitive yes or no answer to this question, but there are definitely some essential oils that are unsafe for your pet. Essential oils can be wonderful for adding some fragrance to your home, though not all essential oils are great for use...
When you're in public with your dog, you must always keep them on a leash and under your control. It's not just a good idea - it's the law here in Dallas! Dallas Animal Services recommends standard 6-foot leashes; a 6-foot leash attached to a...
Some people like to call cats mysterious, but they’re pretty consistent in how they communicate if you pay close attention! Cats use their eyes, tails, ears, whiskers, fur, and body posture to display exactly how they are feeling. These detailed illustrations by Lili Chin are...
