A Home for Spike- A Life of Service at the BARK Dorm
Spike’s residency at the Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s BARK Dorm was never meant to be a permanent one. Much like the juveniles who cycle through the program at Gainesville State School, Spike was living at the residential dormitory until his life, actually the life of his owner, turned around. Temporary Care For Permanent Change As […]
Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the weight so many people quietly carry. Across the U.S., mental health challenges are more common than many realize. More than 1 in 5 adults are living with a mental illness, and millions experience anxiety or depression symptoms every year. Even in day to day life, the […]
Support Free Pet Food Pantries in North Texas to Keep Bowls and Bellies Full
Doing something good is a simple way to support your community when times are tough and resources are stretched thin. During this time of reduced or absent benefits, families with pets face many tough choices and the availability of free pet food can help ease the pain and fill the bowls and bellies of companion […]
Dallas Pets Alive’s 2025 DPA Soirée is Just Around the Corner!
Signature fundraising gala returns November 7 to celebrate rescue, transformation, and community impact DALLAS, TEXAS (October 2025) Dallas Pets Alive (DPA) is a volunteer-based rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of North Texas’ most at-risk pets. By working alongside fosters, adopters, volunteers, and community partners, DPA provides the resources and programs needed to give […]
Community Cat Day and The Importance of Trap-Neuter-Return
Community Cat Day is a great opportunity to raise awareness about the humane management of outdoor cat populations through Trap-Neuter-Return. Community cats—also known as feral, unowned, or free-roaming cats—often live in colonies and may or may not be socialized to humans. Left unaltered, these cats can reproduce rapidly, leading to overpopulation, suffering, and strain on […]
Meet The New Faces Behind Our Mission
At Dallas Pets Alive and The Humane Society of Dallas County, we believe our people make our mission possible. From behavior and training to HR and community engagement, our teams continue to grow with passionate individuals dedicated to creating a better world for pets and the people who love them. We’re thrilled to welcome three […]
Dallas Pets Alive’s Leslie Sans Appointed to Best Friends Network Strategy Council
Dallas Pets Alive’s Leslie Sans Appointed to Best Friends Network Strategy Council Dallas, TX, September 2025 Dallas Pets Alive (DPA) is proud to announce that our Founder & CEO, Leslie Sans, has been appointed to the Best Friends Animal Society’s Network Strategy Council (NSC). The NSC is a volunteer committee of 16 animal welfare leaders […]
Make Our 13th Year a Lucky One And Support DPA On North Texas Giving Day 2025
Dallas Pets Alive is proud to participate in NTXGD again this year and we are hopeful that you will support DPA and be the missing piece to make our 13th year a lucky one for some very deserving companion animals across our area. By pledging your support on North Texas Giving Day, you can save […]
Dogs Matter Receives $4,500 Grant from Byrne Family Foundation Trust to Expand Aftercare Program
DALLAS, TX July 2025 – Dogs Matter is proud to announce it has been awarded a $4,500 Fast Track grant from the Byrne Family Foundation Trust (BFFT) to support the expansion of its life saving Aftercare Program. This timely grant will directly impact the organization’s ability to provide continued care and support to clients and […]
The Importance of Pet Fostering
Homeless pet fostering is one of those activities that is not only critically important, but also very rewarding and can be wildly entertaining. The importance of fostering displaced pets while they await adoption cannot be overstated. It is a lifeline for animals and a heart-warming experience for humans. And to be a DPA foster all […]