By: Sally MacDonald

Crime Stoppers has a new plan to put a dent in a crime that law
enforcement says is increasing in Harris County.

On Wednesday they announced the second annual animal cruelty and
anti-dog fighting campaign.

Investigators are targeting a quarter mile area east of U.S. 59 off of
West Little York known as the “Corridor of Cruelty.”

It’s one of the saddest locations in all of Houston that’s been
frustrating officers and animal lovers for more than a year.

People come there to dump unwanted animals.

“It is a crime to dump live animals,” said Belinda Smith, Harris County
Assistant District Attorney.

The Houston Dog Park Association is seeking local businesses to offer discounts to our dog loving members. A Membership Card Sponsorship includes a link from our web site to yours on our Sponsor page (our site averages 3000 visitors a month) and the cost is that of a Houston Dog Park Membership, $20 per year.

1. Raise funds from pet friendly activities to support dog park advocacy, the local dog community and dog rescue organizations.

2. Partner with various Parks and Recreation Departments to establish an educated dog friendly community with more dog parks.

Houston Pavilions and Pup Squad Animal Rescue present the Puppy Love Yappy Hour, Thursday, February 11, 5pm-8pm, in the new Pup Squad Adoption Center at the Houston Pavilions.

Pup Squad is an animal rescue group whose goal is to rescue orphaned puppies, kittens and nursing litters from the streets and other life-threatening situations and match them with permanent adoptive homes, and to provide support and education to these adopters and the community at large.

Go to www.pupsquad.org for more information about animal rescue and adoption.

Cancun and nearby island Isla Mujeres, Mexico may be beautiful but they have an ugly secret. The government brutally murders thousands of dogs just so they’re not a sore site to vacationers. It’s called, “The Killing Season.” In stark contrast to the well-to-do tourists, local residents often earn under $400 U.S. Dollars per year. They can barely care for themselves, caring for strays is not on their radar. In America, dogs are considered man’s best friend. In Mexico, they’re a nuisance. Since people can’t afford to spay or neuter the canines they’re multiplying at an unprecedented rate. Packs run rampant. Children throw rocks at them. The dogs are hated, helpless.

On February 13, Golden Beginnings Golden Retriever Rescue group will be at Animal Tales in Katy from 10 am – 1 pm for a Volunteer Open House and Meet and Greet, as mentioned in the January edition of Houston Lifestyles and Homes. Animal Tales has a wonderful supply of high-quality natural foods and treats, as well as leashes, dog beds and more. This is a great chance to shop for your special canines, to meet Golden Beginnings volunteers and learn about volunteer opportunities, or to meet some of our available dogs.

The Humane Society of The United States & The Humane Society International came up with the concept of a photo contest where you donate money in order to vote. Your donation will help get animals spayed and neutered, thus saving their lives and ultimately decreasing pet overpopulation! I want to reach as many people as I possibly can. The more people I reach, the more money is raised for the animals! The minimum donation is $5, and that gives your favorite animal 5 votes in the contest.

Dog day at the park returns April 11. Bring your pooch for the parade, contests and the big game against the Phillies!

Not Only Is Nancy Davis Keely a wonderful painter, she also takes amazing photos of your pets! Her works make a great gift (or personal purchase) for any pet lover. Her masterpieces are something memorable to add to any decor. Check out her new website, and let her know what you think. Comment way…

http://web.me.com/nancydaviskeely

The Woodlands Dog Park Club (TWDPC), in partnership with the Community Associations of The Woodlands, is proud to host our sixth Annual SPRING BARK!!! 2010. Join us on April 17th andsupport our efforts in Bettering the Lives of our Best Friends. Renowned artist and friend, Jim Tweedy, of Friendly Doggies fame, is once again designing the SPRING BARK!!! artwork for our t-shirts and posters. His art will reflect this year’s theme, “You‘ve got a Friend!.”

I have been “green” a long time. Janet Huey talks about her business, PetStuff Resale.