THESE ANIMALS ARE AVAILABLE FOR

IMMEDIATE ADOPTION...PLEASE HELP!

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           UPDATE ON LOIS....Lois passed away 06/14/06

****UPDATE ON LOIS's THREE CATS per Arlene 06/09/06****

Lois is still in the hospital and clinging to life but, whether she survives or not, the prognosis is very grim. Her stroke was massive and the doctors say her respiratory center as well as the parts of the brain that control speech, memory, and thought has been severely damaged. She may not know what we are saying but we are telling her that her cats are fine and I am very relieved to say that is the truth. Lois has been an animal-advocate and rescuer her entire life (nearly 72 years), way before it was such a popular issue, and she deserves to be in peace regarding the fate of her own cat family.

Lois's friend Arlene brought me Edgar Allen 13 yrs old Male, Sugar 4yr old Female and Little Bit 3 yr old male who is missing one paw<LB as he is called> yesterday and cried when she had to leave the cats with me. These kitties are fixed & UTD on everything and need a forever home. I would like to keep them together if possible. They had the BEST Momma Ever and need someone who can love them as much as Lois did.

 EDGAR

 SUGAR

 Sugar

CAN YOU GIVE THESE KITTIES A FOREVER HOME???

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 JOY

Joy 9 wks old & her twin sisters Hope and Faith along with

another kitten Tomi & 4 adult cats were rescued from Carrollton Animal Shelter on May 17th. All were VERY sick. Unfortunately Faith & Tomi passed away on May 22nd...but they were SO LOVED while they were here! Hope will remain with me as we still don't know if her eyes will heal all the way but Joy needs and deserves a Forever Home... she is friendly and fantastic!

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 BUTTONS <06/08/06>

Buttons & his 3 siblings and their feral momma was brought to me, when the kittens were

only a few days old. They are now 9 wks old and getting vetted next week. The New

Begginnings Cat Rescue Fee of $85 will apply.

 BLACKIE

Buttons Brother... slightly larger than in this pic.

 PUSS

Another of Button's siblings... again slightly older now.

 WHISKERS

Another of Buttons' siblings... slightly older than pic.

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 SPOT

Spot and his house mate Munchkins <long hair black & white fixed female>

came to live with me since their owner is ill and can no longer care for them.

Spot is fixed & has his rabies shot. He is friendly but not a lap cat.

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I HAVE THREE NEW YOUNG MALE CAT ARRIVALS... all fixed, UTD on shots, had FIV/Luk Testing, and VERY loving! They enjoy sleeping in bed with you and cuddling. PICS coming SOON!

Midnight is all black. ADOPTED 03/31/06

Tommy is no longer up for adoption.

 Angelous

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HONEY

Honey was in the Forney Shelter and I happened to be there on Jan 17th to see another dog, lucky for her I was there as she was being put down next!!!! I told Karen ohhh hell no... she is going home with me. She is appr 2 yrs old, fixed, UTD on shots and heartworm negative. She is house and crate trained and loves to play. She does fine with my cats and her foster siblings. She does not get along with my oldest dog, but he is VERY ALPHA. She sits under my desk and loves attention. She sits and comes on command. The darling girl... needs a new momma soon as she is getting too attached to me. Are you the right person or family for Honey? Call Me 214 703 9612 Paws In The City Adoption Fee Applies*

 Honey at Adoption Day 2/11/06

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 SANDY

Sandy is a young small female cat that was rescued from Katrina. She is liter trained and sweet. She is very shy but will roll on her back and purr for you. If anyone is interested in her, I will try to get more info for you. She is also one of my fosters. Dog N Kitty City Adoption Fee Applies*

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  ZIGGY

Found at the beginning of November, Ziggy has since been taken in by a big-hearted foster dad and sister and has become a very well-mannered house dog.  He is potty trained, crate trained, neutered, and is up to date on all shots - this boy wants nothing more than to please his people!  He is approximately 60 lbs, which seems to be a healthy weight for him, and his coat has taken on quite a shine!  He does very well with other dogs, both male and female, and always wants to be close to someone, dog or person alike.  Ziggy loves to play and does best with dogs his own size that can withstand his headbutts!  This boy will make a perfect companion for someone who is looking to give a lot of love!  Call Gretchen at  469-396-3567  

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 KLAUS

Klaus & Moe's owner can no longer keep them....

 THOMAS

My name is Thomas and I am 5 years old. I’ve had a rough life, but everything looked bright last May when a very nice retired professor adopted me. We were best friends, and I took very good care of her. In spite of that, though, she got real sick and couldn’t take care of ME any more. So I’m back with my foster mom looking for love all over again.

People tell me I’m ruggedly handsome, whatever that means. I’m snowy white everywhere, except for a little bit of gray on my head and chin, and a little black spot on my pink nose. I’m also (gulp) neutered, and current on my shots. The doc says I am FIV+, which sounds bad but is actually no big deal. Read here to find out why.

I can’t wait to find my special someone(s). I have so much love inside of me that I’m about to bust. If you’d like to hear more about my many wonderful qualities or pay me a visit, please call Nancy Ferguson at 214-681-9503.

I just can’t believe I’m homeless again. All I need is a brand new start: a home, a lap, your love, your heart.

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 This is Gracie

• Gracie Lou
• Female Australian Shepherd Mix
• About 6 mos old
• Spayed
• Extremely smart - will need training and an occupation, like herding children!
• UTD on vaccinations
• On heartworm preventative
• Not an aggressive bone in her body!
• Eating well - seems to understand pottying outside 

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 Alec and Misty are at a Pet Refuge that is in danger of closing.

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These are just a handfull of the pets who faithfully serve us and  for whatever reason are thrown away. If you can't take a  pet you can still help.  Contributions are needed for shots, spaying and food, and  suppling of collars, leashes, large dog crates, cat crates, pet beds, cat condos, scratch posts, flea & heartworm meds, etc are also in need. These donations can be made through paypal even. Please Help Today!  Please ask about the other pets we have available as they change daily.

Call Dawn Today! 214 703 9612

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GIVNG A PET AWAY FREE?? PLEASE READ THIS!!!!

http://www.animalaidsw.org/free.html

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LOST OR FOUND A PET??? Check Here...

http://dogdetective.com/dogs/16442.html

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 Here are other rescue groups n shelters....   

   http://www.dognkittycity.com/

   http://www.pawsinthecity.org/    

   http://www.adifferentbreed.org/ 

   http://www.bestfriends.org/

   http://www.sitekreator.com/HHH/index.html

   http://www.pawspatrol.org/websalbum.htm

   http://www.dogpack.com/directory/txnokill.htm

   http://www.creeksidefarmhorserescue.org/

   http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/TX840.html

   http://www.treasuredfriends.org/index.htm

   http://members.petfinder.org/~TX418/index.html

   http://savetheboxers.com/

   http://www.friscohumanesociety.com/

   http://www.animalalliesoftexas.org/

   http://www.anmlangls.org/

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STORY.....

                                     

HOW COULD YOU? By Jim Willis 2001

When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child, and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could you?" -- but then you'd relent, and roll me over for a belly rub. My housebreaking took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed and listening to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. We went for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I took long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the day. Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and more time searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently, comforted you through heartbreaks and disappointments, never chided you about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your homecomings, and when you fell in love. She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" -- still welcomed her into our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy. Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was fascinated by their pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother them, too. Only she and you worried that I might hurt them, and I spent most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog crate. Oh, how I wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love." As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and pulled themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes, investigated my ears, and gave me kisses on my nose. I loved everything about them and their touch -- because your touch was now so infrequent -- and I would have defended them with my life if need be. I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret dreams, and together we waited for the sound of your car in the driveway. There had been a time, when others asked you if you had a dog, that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them stories about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the subject. I had gone from being "your dog" to "just a dog," and you resented every expenditure on my behalf. Now, you have a new career opportunity in another city, and you and they will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your only family. I was excited about the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter. It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear, of hopelessness. You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good home for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the realities facing a middle-aged dog, even one with "papers." You had to pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy! Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him, and what lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a good-bye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too. After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?" They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you that you had changed your mind -- that this was all a bad dream ... or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me. When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of happy puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner and waited. I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day, and I padded along the aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet room. She placed me on the table and rubbed my ears, and told me not to worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to come, but there was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on her, and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood. She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her cheek. I licked her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many years ago. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured " How could you?" Perhaps because she understood my dog speak, she said " I'm so sorry." She hugged me, and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself -- a place of love and light so very different from this earthly place. And with my last bit of energy, I tried to convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not directed at her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I will think of you and wait for you forever. May everyone in your life continue to show you so much loyalty. The End A note from the author: If "How Could You?" brought tears to your eyes as you read it, as it did to mine as I wrote it, it is because it is the composite story of the millions of formerly owned pets who die each year in American and Canadian animal shelters. Anyone is welcome to distribute the essay for a noncommercial purpose, as long as it is properly attributed with the copyright notice. Please use it to help educate, on your websites, in newsletters, on animal shelter and vet office bulletin boards. Tell the public that the decision to add a pet to the family is an important one for life, that animals deserve our love and sensible care, that finding another appropriate home for your animal is your responsibility and any local humane society or animal welfare league can offer you good advice, and that all life is precious. Please do your part to stop the killing, and encourage all spay & neuter campaigns in order to prevent unwanted animals.