http://www.houstonpettalk.com The Definitive Source for Houston Pet Lovers Fri, 03 Jul 2009 22:03:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en BeingStray.com, a blog documenting what life is like on the streets for many stay animals, brings us a sad story of a dog named Stu. Stu was locked in an animal shelter in L.A. for nearly four years after biting a human. An excerpt from the blog: In a nutshell, a ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/07/dog-locked-in-la-shelter-for-years-could-it-happen-in-houston/ Hotel Derek is kicking off its Derek Dog Day Out—a social networking mixer for professionals and their four-legged family members.  The first Derek Dog Day Out takes place July 30 from 6 – 9 p.m. and funds raised will benefit Citizens for Animal Protection.  Guests can mix and mingle, get massages ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/07/network-with-other-dog-lovers-at-derek-dog-day-out/ Lisa Falkenberg, a columnist for the Chronicle, wrote last week about conditions at BARC. She writes: The bit of good news I reported last week from the city of Houston’s troubled animal shelter didn’t tell the whole story. While the shelter’s new policy to vaccinate all dogs upon or before intake is indeed ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/07/follow-up-chronicle-reports-more-bad-news-out-of-barc/ Hotel ZaZa and Houston PetTalk Magazine threw a pet soiree poolside at the swanky Museum District Hotel that was not only great fun, but raised money for the Houston SPCA. The first ever Battle of the Pet Boutiques brought out the creative minds of the most fashionable, chic boutiques in Houston ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/07/new-pics-from-hotel-zaza-unleashed-see-them-here/   Austin German Shepherd Dog Rescue is participating in Macy's Charity Day at the new store north of Houston in Humble, Texas at Deerbrook Mall on Saturday, August 1 from 10 a.m to 9 p.m. Charity Day is an all-day shopping event that supports local non-profit organizations. Austin German Shepherd Dog Rescue is ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/macys-charity-day-to-benefit-austin-german-shepherd-dog-rescue/   The Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) announced today that it will be combining its reduced-cost spay-neuter clinic and wellness clinic into one larger space.   This expansion is being made possible by a $225,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, Inc.  "SNAP's spay/neuter program is an excellent example of collaboration," said Susana Della Maddalena, ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/snap-combines-facilities-and-expands-wellness-clinic/ Families across America love to celebrate with fireworks. For many dogs however, fireworks can be a source of extreme fear and stress. Here are some tips to help with the stress: Take your dog for a long walk before the festivities start. This will allow him to potty outside before all ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/4th-of-july-dog-safety-tips/ Houston PetTalk Magazine is launching our fist Coupon Book that is full of valuable discounts on the best services and products Houston has to offer! This coupon book will debut at the Reliant Dog Show, July 18 & 19 so be sure to stop by our booth and grab one while ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/houston-pettalk-debuts-coupon-book/ The Dog Nanny, a blogger for PetsHouston, writes about the condition of dogs at BARC, as they appeared at an adoption event Saturday in the Heights: These are all dogs who had been at BARC (our city pound) for weeks or months.  No record is made of their weight at in-take ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/petshouston-blogger-dogs-under-barc-care-are-starved/   Hotel ZaZa and Houston PetTalk Magazine threw a pet soiree poolside at the swanky Museum District Hotel that was not only great fun, but raised money for the Houston SPCA. The first ever Battle of the Pet Boutiques brought out the creative minds of the most fashionable, chic boutiques in Houston ... http://www.houstonpettalk.com/2009/06/unleashed-at-hotel-zaza-was-zaza-abulous-check-out-the-photos-here/