Tag: rescue dogs

DPA’s Pawsome People: May 2020 Volunteer Spotlight

“Kaitlyn shows her dedication and passion with whatever she sets her mind to. She has been volunteering on the Adoption team for nearly 6 years from Las Vegas, NV! She has helped adopt out hundreds of animals. Kaitlyn is patient, outgoing and loves saving lives. Her love for animals goes far beyond the ones we adopt out in DPA! When she’s not volunteering she is working with dolphins as a dolphin trainer! The Adoption team wouldn’t be where it’s at without her! Thank you for all you do for DPA!” -Stacey D., DPA’s Adoption Director

DPA!’s Pawsome People: May 2019 Volunteer Spotlight

“I’m so thankful to have Nace at the helm of our RAD (rent-a-dog) program. Since taking on this new role just over a month ago, Nace has worked his tail off to secure volunteers, build a strong shelter relationship, help identify animals that could use the extra exposure, and even dig up some new event venues. His attention to detail, innovative thinking, and enthusiasm for lifesaving are going to help us reach new heights and I’m thrilled to have him on board.” -Elina D. DPA’s Rescue Director

Another Letter from Laz

Dear Megan and my DPA foster friends,
Hi! How’s it going?! I hope you’re having a really great summer! My summer has been awesome so far because I GOT ADOPTED!

DPA!’s Pawsome People: May Foster Spotlight

“Adam and Mary have been fosters with DPA for a little over 2 years. They are very open-minded individuals who tend to go for the dogs that are overlooked in the shelter environment. There are many times where Adam and Mary are willing to open their home to a dog that wasn’t even on our radar. They are the types of people who truly act upon the idea that no dog is left behind, regardless of how they may show in a shelter environment. Not only are they great fosters, but they are all around fantastic people and we are so lucky to have them on the DPA team!” — Stefanie Steiner, Foster Director, Dallas Pets Alive! 

DPA!’s Dog of the Month – May: Meet Harrison Ford!

Quick!  Before the suspension bridge breaks, meet Harrison Ford!  Harrison is this month’s leading man, a ruggedly handsome sort with an expressive face who’s bound to entertain you with his canine adventures.  Harrison is large Labrador Retriever mix with a brindle gray and white coat and a winsome smile who is ready for a new script.

2018 – The Year of the Dog and What that Means for You!

If you were waiting for a sign to adopt a dog, this is your sign for the next year. Starting February 16th, 2018 we will be in the Year of the Dog according to the Chinese zodiac calendar. In the Chinese calendar every year is represented by one of twelve zodiac animals in a twelve month cycle. Each twelve year cycle is designated with an element rotating between metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. This year, 2018, is represented by an Earth Dog. The last occurrence of a Dog was in 2006, and the last Earth Dog was in 1958! This means that anyone born during this year will inherit the Earth Dog characteristics of being communicative, serious, and responsible – much like famous celebrities, Madonna and Michael Jackson, who were both born as Earth Dogs!

DPA!’s Dog of the Month – February: Meet Molly!

Molly’s story should have a happy, tail-wagging ending.  Our dream is to see her in a forever home with some fun kids to play with, taking long walks with her family and cuddling up on the sofa in the evenings with her favorite people.  

Dallas Pets Alive! Tweens & Teenagers

“Everybody loves a baby!” It’s a commonly used phrase when a family welcomes a new addition, but the same holds true when it comes to pets, especially for ones that are in need of forever homes. While kittens and puppies are oh, so adorable, there are many benefits to adopting a slightly more mature, but still young, pet.