SPCA Pets of the Month: April 2014

by Stephanie Knight

Dallas Pets

If you’re looking for the perfect family pet, then look no further! Meet Lady. Just as her name implies, she is a lovely little lady. First of all, admire her beauty. This 4-year-old Pit Bull mix has a gorgeous brindle coat, sparkling chocolate eyes, a pretty pink tongue ready to give kisses, and a never-ending smile! Yes, she certainly makes it hard to say “no” to, but, then again, why would one ever want to say that to this little Lady? She is a playful gal who enjoys running about, soaring after tennis balls, playing chase, and partaking in tug-of-war matches! You will have so much fun together! As a family pet, Lady already knows her way around a home. She has mastered the fine art of loose-leash walking and sitting on command, and, drum roll, please … she is also crate-trained and house-trained! She is one smart lady! She has been waiting for her forever family since Feb. 16, so she can’t wait to meet you. Come meet sweet Lady today! #102602

Meet Rupaul, a gorgeous 1-year-old Domestic Shorthair kitty cat. This pretty, sweet gal’s primary color is snow white, but she also has lovely calico markings on her head and tail. Rupaul weighs a perfect 7 pounds, and she is very long and lean, making her super-athletic, too. Rupaul has been at the SPCA of Texas since late January, so she can’t wait to find her forever family! Because she’s been here for more than 30 days, Rupaul is considered to be a Very Important Pet, making her adoption fee just $50. Though she can be shy at first, Rupaul warms up to people very quickly. Since she’s used to being the princess of the home, Rupaul would also like to be the only kitty cat in your home. What are you waiting for? Come meet Rupaul today! #126384

Lady and Rupaul are waiting for you at the SPCA of Texas Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center in Dallas at 2400 Lone Star Drive near I-30 and Hampton Rd. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Regular adoption fees are $95-125 for puppies 0-6 months, $75-95 for adult dogs 6 months or older, $50 for senior dogs 7 years or older, $50 for VIP dogs. Fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, a heartworm test for dogs 6 months and older, initial heartworm preventative for dogs, a microchip, a rabies tag and a free leash. Call 214-742-SPCA (7722) or visit www.spca.org.

McKinney Pets

Meet Ghost, a handsome 8-year-old blue Weimaraner mix, weighing in at a perfect 53 pounds. Though he may be older, Ghost is a fun-loving guy who would love to go on daily walks with his family. Ghost was surrendered to the SPCA of Texas on Feb. 28 because his family didn’t have the time to give him all the love he deserves. Not only does he love walks, but he also can’t wait to cuddle on the couch with the family of his dreams. Ghost is heartworm positive, but his treatments are free to his new family at a Metroplex-area VCA Animal Hospital after he’s adopted. This will provide the best total care for heartworm positive dogs like Ghost, as you will have access to emergency care and overnight stays if necessary. What are you waiting for? Come meet this sweetheart today. #128755

Meet Phoebe, a 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix weighing in at 8 pounds. Phoebe has the most beautiful, silky black coat and eyes as green as a beautiful field of grass. Phoebe has already been spayed, tested for FIV/FeLV (she’s negative), micro-chipped and has received all of her age-required vaccinations. She was surrendered to the SPCA of Texas because her family fell on hard economic times. Though she’s a little shy around new humans and children at first, Phoebe is such a lover when she gets to know you. She gets along well with other cats and loves to cuddle. In fact, in her previous home, she and her other kitty companion slept together every night and loved to groom one another. What are you waiting for? Come meet this precious gal today! #128517

Ghost and Phoebe are waiting for you at the SPCA of Texas Russell H. Perry Animal Care Center in McKinney at 8411 Stacy Road. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Regular adoption fees are $95-125 for puppies 0-6 months, $75-95 for adult dogs 6 months or older, $50 for senior dogs 7 years or older, $50 for VIP dogs, $95 for kittens, $75 for adult cats, $50 for senior cats 7 years and older and $50 for VIP cats. Fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, a heartworm test for dogs 6 months and older, initial heartworm preventative for dogs, a feline leukemia test for cats 4 months and older, a microchip, a rabies tag and a free leash or cat carrier. Call 214-742-SPCA (7722) or visit www.spca.org.

The SPCA of Texas
The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal welfare agency in North Texas. The non-profit organization operates two shelters and three spay/neuter clinics located in Dallas and McKinney, and maintains a team of five animal cruelty investigators to respond to thousands of calls in eight North Texas counties. Moreover, the SPCA of Texas serves as an active resource center for an array of services that bring people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives. The SPCA of Texas is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal government or any other humane organization. The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional care and a loving home.