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 […]
Brown Paper Packages Tied Up with Strings
The generosity of Esther and Bobby Mooring AND their expert gift wrapping skills for Dallas Pets Alive! are a few of our favorite things! Gift Wrapping For A Cause If you stop by the Barnes and Noble at 2201 Preston Rd in Plano, you will find two of the most dedicated and selfless volunteers south […]
Steven Knight Named 2024 CNN Hero of the Year
We are thrilled to announce that earlier this week, at the 18th Annual CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute, our very own Stephen Knight, founder of Dogs Matter, was named 2024 CNN Hero of the Year. This incredible honor recognizes Knight’s innovative work supporting pet owners facing addiction and treatment. Since launching Dogs Matter in 2015, […]
Board Member Spotlight: Chris Skoog
Meet Our Board Member: A Passionate Advocate for Animal Rescue We are thrilled to introduce one of our dedicated board members and Chair of the Development Committee, Christopher Skoog, has been a driving force at Dallas Pets Alive for the past five years. Inspired to broaden their impact in the animal rescue community, Skoog joined our board […]
Board Member Spotlight: Tammi Carter
Tammi wasn’t raised with any pets, so the joy she felt when she attended a Dallas Pets Alive! adoption event at Hollywood Feed 9 years ago and saw sweet Canella for the first time was unforgettable. It was love at first sight. Canella was skinny and recovering from being a stray, and Tammi just knew […]
Volunteer Appreciation Week 2024: Honoring the Heartbeat of DPA
During Volunteer Appreciation Week, we celebrate the invaluable role volunteers play in bringing positive change to our community. It’s an opportunity for organizations to acknowledge the generosity of those who dedicate their time and talents to causes close to their hearts. Volunteers have been instrumental to our ability to achieve milestones and save more lives […]
2023 Impact Report: See The Change We Made Together!
Reflecting on 2023, we’re deeply grateful for the milestones Dallas Pets Alive! has reached with your support. Our 2023 Impact Report highlights our joint accomplishments, and I’m eager to share them: 2024 is already off to an amazing start, we are inspired to achieve more for pets and people alike. Your ongoing support drives our […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day: Meet 4 of our Extraordinary Leaders
As we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, we are honored to give center stage to the exceptional women who form the heart and soul of Dallas Pets Alive! (DPA!) These outstanding individuals are not only valued members of our team but also deserving of recognition for their remarkable impact on animal welfare in […]
Meet Kevin: Passionate Animal Welfare Advocate & DPA Board Member
For the past five years, Kevin Kirksey has been deeply involved with Dallas Pets Alive, driven by the unwavering passion of the organization’s Executive Director, Leslie, for animal welfare. Inspired by Leslie’s dedication, Kevin made the decision to join the board, where he has contributed to the mission of saving and improving the lives of animals in need.
DPA’s Pawsome People: February 2021 Volunteer Spotlight
“Christina has been a DPA family member since 2014 using her time, talent and treasure to help DPA further our mission. Christina has used her leadership and relationships to recruit event volunteers and guide our events to fundraising heights. She took the lead in establishing DPA’s online store and our first gala in 2019. Over the past year, due to the challenges of Covid, Christina led DPA’s efforts to transition to virtual fundraising events with super creative and fun activities to keep the DPA family connected. Today she continues to lead our Fundraising Events team and has added the role of adoption counselor because of her love for connecting families with our amazing DPA rescues!
What would I, (and all of DPA), do without her? I could not ask for a better partner in fundraising or a more inspirational advocate for our mission!” –Leslie S., DPA’s Executive Director & Founder