by Allison Treloar | Aug 23, 2018 | Leadership Spotlight, News, Uncategorized |
Dear Friends of DPA: Dallas Pets Alive! has grown tremendously over the past 6 years. We have focused on approaching animal rescue through innovative programming, shifting the way our community views animal rescue, and working toward making Dallas a No-Kill city. The Board has focused on growing DPA and establishing our organization as a top-tier animal rescue and outstanding non-profit in Dallas. We are working hard to find the best space possible for our new adoption center, which will elevate and facilitate pet adoption in the DFW area. As we continue growing and enhancing our existing programs, we must ensure our adoptable pets get the exposure they need while also building and sustaining a solid business infrastructure. Because of our progress and goal to be a leading animal welfare non-profit, the Board of Directors is reinforcing its commitment to DPA by creating the first full-time staff position. We are thrilled to announce Leslie Sans will continue her role as Executive Director in a full-time capacity, where she will continue working to build an even stronger Dallas Pets Alive! through increased community awareness, networking and fundraising. Sincerely, Dallas Pets Alive Board of Directors Brittani Lassiter Rory O’Loughlin Cherie Batsel Candice Aaron Amy Baldwin Peter Baldwin Carla Eboli Drew Lassiter Steve Mastor Lindsey Reedy Adam...
by Allison Treloar | Jun 4, 2018 | Blog, News, Promotions, Uncategorized |
Dallas Pets Alive! received an overstock of kittens this Spring, and we’re bursting at the seams. We need to clear out our inventory of existing cats to make way for the new models, who are quite literally climbing the walls! 50% Adoption Fees on Certified Pre-Owned Cats! If you’re in the market for a cat, now is the time to adopt! We have a wide selection of late model, gently used cats, and now is the best time to get the cat you want for less than you’d expect! You can shop around at other rescues, but we know our selection and quality can’t be beat! And this amazing deal—half off adoption fees for top quality cats eager to find their new owner—is not too good to be true! 3 Reasons to Adopt a DPA Certified Pre-Owned Cat 1. They’ve had a thorough multi-point inspection Our factory-certified technicians (aka our veterinary partners) have performed all manufacturer recommended service on each of these low-mileage beauties to ensure you adopt a kitty in outstanding condition! Each cat is vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped (so your neighbors can’t try to claim your new kitty as their own). 2. They’re loaded with best in class features. While DPA’s Certified Pre-Owned Cats don’t have bluetooth capability, they come equipped with four-paw drive (great for climbing scratching posts), self-cleaning functionality and lap-warming technology for those chilly nights. 3. They are low maintenance but offer high value. All DPA’s Certified Pre-Owned Cats will provide years of companionship, entertainment and comfort. All you need to provide is love, shelter, food and regular oil changes (aka vet visits). Here’s the Deal...
by Leslie Sans | Oct 20, 2016 | Blog, News, Uncategorized |
Spot’s human parents loved him the moment they laid eyes on him, but they found out quickly that raising a puppy is hard work! They tried and tried to work with Spot on the chewing and the barking and the nipping. They looked into professional training, but it was not an option they could afford. Soon, they were so frustrated and saw no other option but to take him to the shelter. They thought, Maybe we were not cut out to be pet owners and Spot deserves better than we can give him. Situations like Spot’s happen all the time. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if there was a program that could help Spot’s family get him the training he needs at a low cost, so they don’t feel like they need to return him to the shelter, where there’s a risk that Spot might get euthanized? Come December 2016, there will be such a program in Dallas! Dallas Pets Alive!, since its inception, has focused on reactive rescue, pulling animals from Dallas Animal Services (DAS) into our adoption program. This year and into 2017 our goal is not only to continue our good work rescuing animals from the shelter but also to take a more proactive approach. A major component of this approach is helping owners who are having problems so great that they see surrendering their pet(s) to a shelter as their only option. Helping these owners is the basis of the Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (PASS) program, which will launch on December 3, 2016 thanks to the support of The Dallas Foundation’s grant program. The new...
by Haley Edman | Sep 1, 2016 | Blog, News, Promotions, Uncategorized |
He could… go… all… the… way!!!! TOUCHDOWN! With every winning team, there is always a MVP or most valuable player. Without these key players, the team is just average at best. Are you looking for your very own MVP? Do you want to make it to the playoffs in life? We have the perfect solution for you. From September 1 to September 30, our MVPs are going for a minimum donation of $25. Never before in your life could you afford such talent on a limited budget. Strike now before all our MVPs are drafted! Cats: Jasper Julia Callie Millie Purdy Grace Precious Pru Cochise Ava Dogs: Roo Fiona Mickey Fancy Charlie Alexi Marjorie — ADOPTED!!! Maximus Baku Applejax Bernadette — ADOPTED!!! Cowboy Edgrrr Allan Paw Ruger Sweet Pea Duke Elvis Skip Jolene Ava Darcey **To be eligible for the $25 adoption donation discount, all applicants must have their application in after September 1 at 12 a.m. and by 11:59 p.m. on September 30. Have questions about the adoption process? Email...
by Haley Edman | Aug 4, 2016 | Blog, News, Promotions, Uncategorized |
The Olympics may only come once every four years, but Dallas Pets Alive! is bringing home the gold in rescue on the daily. To honor this momentous occasion, we wanted to feature our top athletes in the Fur Division. From 8/5 to 8/21, all dogs and cats on our Olympic Team will be adoptable at a lower adoption fee. Why do you ask?? We, at Dallas Pets Alive!, feel that all homes deserve to share in our Olympic Gold Glory. All eligible dogs on the following list will be adoptable for $100 & all eligible cats will be adoptable for $50! Check out our winning roster and let us know if you found the one that will bring you the gold at your house. DOG OLYMPIC TEAM: Roo – Gold in Marathon Running Mickey – Gold in Cover Stealing Fancy – Gold in Swimming Charlie – Gold in Soccer Alexi – Gold in Hugs Lyla – Gold in Cute Derpiness Baku – Gold in Belly Rubs Applejax – Gold in Twerking Edgrrr Allan Paw – Gold in Relay Dove – Gold in Weightlifting Ruger – Gold in Synchronized Swimming Sweet Pea – Gold in Boxing Rosie – Gold in Touching Your Tongue to Your Nose Elvis – Gold in Napping Skip – Gold in Being Ridiculously Good Looking Jolene – Gold in Dog 1500 meter Darcey – Gold in Smiling Even When You Say Something Weird Wrena – Gold in Finding Shady Spots ADOPTED!!!! Scarlett – Gold in Physical Therapy Britney – Gold in Surviving 2007 and 2016 Ghost – Gold in Field Hockey Beckley – Gold in Handball ADOPTED!!! CAT OLYMPIC TEAM: Jasper – Gold in Staring Contests Julia – Gold in Staring into Your Soul Tonka – Gold in Long Jump ADOPTED!!!! Callie – Gold in Rhythmic Gymnastics Millie – Gold in Parallel Bars Purdy – Gold...
by Leslie Sans | Apr 14, 2016 | Blog, News, Photo Album, Promotions, Uncategorized |
Our talented friends at the Dieste, Inc. agency (three-time Ad Age Multicultural Agency of the Year, by the way) launched a new pro-bono program for DPA this week. Remember the crazy-cool Mutt-bombing campaign? And #AdoptableTrends, they did that one, too. The #MyMartha initiative invites people to share memories of the pet who changed their lives – the same way a pup named Martha once changed the life of a Beatle – and inspire others to adopt a homeless pet of their own. See what it’s about at mymartha.pet and tell us how your pet changed you, with the hashtag #MyMartha on your Twitter, Facebook or Instagram. SHARE YOUR STORY and SPREAD THE WORD. Rescue pets change lives, and there are millions waiting for a human best friend to find them and take them home. #MyMartha We thank the staff of Dieste for their creativity, expertise, love and their valuable time in helping us save the lives of more companion animals in our...
