Recognizing 1 Year (and Counting!) Of Life-saving Work
Sixteen youths incarcerated in the BARK Dorm at Gainesville State School received certificates of achievement from Dallas Pets Alive to commemorate the one year anniversary of the life-saving work these teens have been doing every single day. Celebrating a Life-saving Program Dallas Pets Alive staff and 2024 CNN Hero of the Year, Stephen Knight of […]
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, […]
Local Hero Named 2024 CNN Hero Finalist
Stephen Knight, founder of Dogs Matter, has been named a 2024 CNN Hero finalist in recognition of his pioneering work in not only supporting people struggling with addiction but also in caring for their beloved companion pets throughout the rehabilitation and recovery process. Knight understands that dogs are truly extraordinary companions and their unconditional love […]
The BARK Dorm Celebrates One Year of Granting Second Chances
The Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s BARK program, in partnership with DPA and Dogs Matter, is celebrating one year of providing second chances; for the young men enrolled at the school, some special dogs in need of temporary foster care, and the dog’s owners who are finally free to get the professional help or restart they […]
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 […]
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.
Meet the Dogs Inspiring Change in the Youth Residents at the BARK Dorm
The Texas Juvenile Justice Department’s ‘BARK Dorm’, or the Building Attachment and Resilience K-9 program, launched in mid-2023. It is the first of its kind in the juvenile system, and Dallas Pets Alive’s newest partnership within the Positive Alternatives to Shelter Surrender (PASS) program. Families undergoing situations of extreme hardship often need support in finding […]
Mya’s Story: Resilience & Recovery with Support from PASS and Dogs Matter
Gentle senior pup Mya’s owner was entering recovery — but during her temporary foster stay, Mya would soon find herself in need of some medical treatment of her own. When a small bump on her lower lip began to rapidly grow, our teams worked quickly to get Mya the life-saving care she needed. How Mya […]