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So you’ve brought home a new dog … now what?

You’ve just walked in the door with your new best friend and your tummy does that flip-flop thingy. You’ve been home for less than 15 minutes and he’s already peed on the carpet, played roughly with every … Read More »
Public Dog Walking at Austin Animal Center Made Simple!

You may have seen one of the many pleas this summer for members of the public to come help walk some pups at Austin Animal Center, our city’s municipal, open-intake shelter. Though it’s a hope for many of us … Read More »
The Magic of Adopting a Long-Stay Dog

In the world of animal sheltering, rescue, and adoption, there is really no greater moment than when a long-stay dog goes home. It’s wonderful anytime an animal goes from homeless to loved companion but the adoption … Read More »
The Naughty List: Sedona

This is a special holiday series for anyone who has ever sighed and said, “What do I do with this dog?” We want you to know that, whoever you are, wherever you are, you are not alone. Shoot, most trainers … Read More »
Vince’s Best Last Day

Last week, surrounded by many of his favorite friends, Vince enjoyed his last ice cream cone. The way he looked at it hesitantly and took that tiny first lick, and then carefully licked every last little bite and … Read More »
How to be a Shelter Volunteer and Love It!

This is a post for everyone. For current volunteers. For former volunteers. And for those of you wondering how to get involved with helping shelter animals and what it’s really like out here. We’ve … Read More »
Penny’s Story

A beautiful little dog had been running around the neighborhood for months. With her perfectly triangular ears, delicate face, and reddish coat, she could easily be mistaken for a fox. The neighbors had been … Read More »
Cupcake Is Doing It!

You’ll have to forgive us our slight lack of objectivity where Cupcake is concerned. We are basically her groupies and have a tendency to believe she is the best dog ever at everything. She is the Dogs Out Loud … Read More »