You found a stray dog in Houston. You’re about to find out that rescue is hard. Here’s what to do when you find a stray dog and want to help. The Stray Dog Problem in Houston How to Help A Stray Dog in Houston Understanding Animal Shelters in Houston Municipal Shelters in Houston Area (Open Intake) How do I find my Houston area shelter? Do local shelters in Houston kill dogs? Private Animal Shelter in Houston (Restricted Intake) Rescue Groups in Houston Injured Stray Dog in Houston The Stray Dog Problem in Houston “I need a rescue or a foster to take this dog. I’ve called all of the ..read more

In Houston there’s not much chance for snow. But there’s always a chance to have a Waggy Winter Wonderland when you use your imagination! Co-hosted by Rebecca Bridges of HoustonDogMom and Tricia Hrapmann of BriggsNWiggles, this is our way of giving back to our favorite local charity! Waggy Wonderland, benefitting the Harris County Pets Heal-A-Heart Program, will take place on Sunday November 5 from 11am – 2pm at Bayou Heights Bier Garten 3905 Washington Ave Houston. Event activities include a little something for everyone: Professional photographer snapping your digital pix in our wintery sce ..read more

Houston, also known as the Bayou City, has our fair share of mosquitos. That makes heartworms a common issue in dogs here. According to data from the Companion Animal Parasite Council 22 percent of all heartworm cases in Texas are in Harris County. One in 27 dogs in Harris County will contract the disease. In this article, we’ll review some basic information on heartworms, different prevention methods, and where to find low cost heartworm prevention and affordable heartworm treatment. How are Heartworms Spread? Adult female heartworms living in an infected animal produce microscopic baby worms ..read more

Bringing home a new dog is so exciting! You’re ready to integrate your new pup into your life. But maybe your current dog is a little less excited than you are. These 10 tips can help you make the adjustment with your dogs. Remember the 3-3-3 rule. This is a general guideline for the adjustment period of bringing your dog home from the shelter. Introducing Your New Dog to Current Pet Take some time. Never introduce your new dog to your current dog directly out of the shelter. You probably took your current dog to the shelter for a meet and greet with your new pet. That went fine, but meeting ..read more

Dog friendly events in Houston are the best. And don’t you need a little puppy love this Valentine’s Day? Bring your favorite pooch out to Houston’s newest patio bar and restaurant, Bayou Heights Bier Garten for a barking good time. It’s all to raise money for Harris County Pets, our local animal shelter. Puppy Love is hosted by HoustonDogMom and BriggsNWiggles. This free dog event includes: Kissing booth photos with professional photographer. Pose with your pooch, besties or special someone. ($20 donation). Digital photos available to download by February 14th! Pup Cups with treats donated b ..read more

I saw the post on Facebook, as did many others in the Houston dog world. Haze was on a trip with his owner when he got stuck at animal control in Virginia. Could anyone help him get back to Houston? Homeward Bound, a transport company with a new transport route between Houston and the northeast, came to his rescue. Here’s the backstory and the amazing coincidences that helped him get home. The Facebook Post – Dog Stuck in Virginia Haze and his family live about 20 minutes north of Houston. His family had been struggling financially. When a job offer came up in Norfolk, Virginia, Haze made the ..read more

Many people like to use harnesses for their dogs. But I’ve seen way too many ill-fitted harnesses that allow the dog to escape! Before purchasing any harness, bring your pup to the store and have a salesperson guide you on the right size for him. This way, you can understand how to measure the size that sits perfectly for your dog and purchase that design and color of your choice. A dog harness for your dog ensures its safety without pressuring its neck. It is safe and secure and also prevents jumping or pulling. You should check the fit and the type of the harness before purchasing it to ensu ..read more

If you’re a Houston Dog Mom or Pet Parent, you may be worried that your dog gets lonely. That’s more true as we go from 2 years at home to our “old life” back in the office or out and about with friends. Do you think your dog might want a friend? When it comes down to it, your dog sleeps most of the day when you are gone. But having a playmate may do wonders for their demeaner, keep loneliness at bay and make pet parents feel a little less guilt. Here are 6 pets that do well with dogs. 1. Two Dogs Are Better Than One! The first idea of a canine companion is always a second dog. If your dog doe ..read more

Harris County Pets is the open-intake animal shelter for the 3rd largest county in the country. With a brand new facility and the achievement of no-kill status, it has the opportunity to become an example of national excellence. But under the Harris County Department of Public Health, it’s become a stepping stone for inexperienced, underqualified leadership. Within the Harris County management structure, Veterinary Public Health and Harris County Pets report to the Department of Public Health. The Department of Public Health reports directly to the Harris County Commissioners’ Court. Today, I ..read more

Pet-friendly housing in Houston is hard to find. And if you’re the owner of one of “those breeds” and you rent, you know the challenges. Bully breeds, Dobermans, German Shepherds, Huskies and Rottweilers are all on the dog breed exclusion list for many landlords. And if you have a dog over 40 pounds, regardless of the breed, it’s difficult. And even when you find a place, the pet deposits can be astronomical. Pet-friendly housing and finally getting the keys to a new apartment or rental house often comes after spending hours searching. Reading agency website, submitting costly applications and ..read more