McKinney Pets
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Max
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Trey
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Max is a nine-month-old Labrador Retriever mix. He was surrendered to the SPCA of Texas McKinney Center on Oct. 14 due to too many animals being in the home. He is jet black and a great-looking dog. Thus far, Max has been an inside dog and does well indoors. He does need some basic command training. He is a fast learner and eager to please. He loves to go on walks and is well mannered on a leash. Max is a super happy guy and can’t wait to meet his new family. Come and say Hi to Max today! #8941018
Trey was surrendered to the SPCA of Texas in hopes of finding a new home on Oct. 17. He is a three-year-old Domestic Shorthair cat with an all-black coat. Trey is declawed and will need to be indoors for his safety. He has a playful personality, and he is also very curious and observant of what you are doing. Trey is a very attentive feline and enjoys attention in return. Please visit loving Trey today. # 7535902
Max and Trey are waiting for you at the SPCA of Texas Perry Animal Care Center in McKinney, 8411 Stacy Road/FM 720. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Regular adoption fees are $185-$285 for puppies 0-6 months, $95-$195 for adult dogs 6 months or older, $75 for senior dogs 7 years or older, $50 for VIP dogs, $95 for cats, $125 for kittens, $75 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.
Dallas Pets
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Dwight Yoakam
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Weeza
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Dwight Yoakam is a "Honky Tonk Man," err, dog, just like his namesake! This handsome nine-month-old male Pointer mix is a sweet, active puppy who loves people and is always eager to please. Dwight Yoakam weighs about 25 pounds right now, but he'll be a medium to large dog when he's fully grown. He came to the SPCA of Texas on Sept. 28, after being transferred from another shelter. If you like guitars and Cadillacs, then you should definitely come down to the SPCA of Texas Dealey Animal Care Center in Dallas to meet Dwight Yoakam! #8840732
Weeza is a four-year-old male Domestic Short Hair. At 22 pounds, he's a big, gorgeous kitty! His coat is silvery grey, with white on his face and paws. Weeza came to the SPCA of Texas on Oct. 22 because the landlord at his previous home didn't allow pets. Weeza is here at the Dallas shelter, waiting to find his forever home. Please come meet him today! #8987963
Dwight Yoakam and Weeza are waiting to meet you at the SPCA of Texas Dealey Animal Care Center in Dallas at 362 Riverfront Blvd. (S. Industrial Blvd.) near downtown Dallas. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. seven days a week. Regular adoption fees are $185-$285 for puppies 0-6 months, $95-$195 for adult dogs 6 months or older, $75 for senior dogs 7 years or older, $50 for VIP dogs, $95 for cats, $125 for kittens, $75 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.
Pet Tip: Pets as Presents
Before you think about giving a pet as a gift this holiday season, the SPCA of Texas suggests that you consider the following:
- Holidays are a stressful time without adding a new personality to the mix.
- Animals are a responsibility -- you would give someone a 15-year responsibility, and something that, over time, will cost thousands of dollars to care for.
- Animal ownership is not something to be entered into lightly and should not be given as a surprise.
- Personalities and schedules may not fit well if the pet is a surprise. Bring the whole family to the shelter, and adopt a pet together to prevent the stress (on the people and the pet) of having to return the pet.
There are many great alternatives to giving a pet as a gift.
- A gift certificate. If you are certain you want to give an animal, let the receiver pick it out. Give a gift certificate for the adoption cost.
- Sponsoring a Foster Pet at the SPCA of Texas. Give a helping hand to a sick animal or one that may be too young to be adopted.
- Sponsoring a SNIP at the SPCA of Texas. Help pay for a spay/neuter surgery for one of our needy animals.
- Honor Gifts. Make a contribution to the SPCA as a gift to someone and a tribute to the person’s pet.
- Give a gift to help the SPCA of Texas. Donate to the SPCA of Texas or give of your time to the SPCA of Texas by volunteering!
For more information, or to give a gift or learn more about becoming an SPCA of Texas volunteer, visit www.spca.org or call 214-742-SPCA (7722).
About the author: Maura Davies is senior director of communications for the SPCA of Texas. She is based in Dallas.
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