PALESTINE — Big dogs, small dogs, adult dogs, puppy dogs — you can find them all at BARC, The Humane Society in Palestine. And each one is guaranteed to enhance your life, make you smile and rock your world.
BARC, The Humane Society is working in conjunction with American Humane to promote dog adoptions for the month of October with the celebration of the" 2008 Adopt-A-Dog Month" campaign.
For the month of October BARC, the Humane Society will reduce its dog adoption fee in order to help celebrate bringing a dog into your home.
“We also have an individual who will sponsor the spay/neuter of any animal adopted in the month of October as a way to promote adoptions and sterilization!” a BARC, The Humane Society news release said.
Millions of dogs are surrendered to animal welfare organizations every year, not because they are bad or unlovable, but because their owners just couldn’t take care of them anymore. Now these dogs are homeless, and they need a second chance.
The American Humane works year-round to support these animal welfare organizations, promote adoptions and enhance the bond that people share with their companion animals.
We encourage everyone to visit their local shelters, learn about the services they provide and — best of all — see all the wonderful dogs they have ready to be adopted.
Having a dog rocks. Experts say dogs promote exercise, help lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, and fight depression and loneliness. Plus, dogs often can serve as “social aids,” helping people get to know others, sparking conversations, and encouraging increased social contact and greater bonds between people.
For more information on our events or Adopt-A-Dog month call 903-729-8074 or visit the Web site at www.barctx.org.
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BARC, The Humane Society’s Howl & Hiss Party set Oct. 18
Critters of the Night Unite! It’s time for BARC, The Humane Society’s Howl & Hiss Party, join in for a howling good time from 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 18 at the inner sanctum of Sabor a Pasion, 110 ACR 406.
Costumes are optional, but BARC encourages everyone to deck out in your funniest, wackiest, scariest or — of course, animal costume because there will be a prize for best costume. Prizes will also be given in the Pumpkin Roll contest and to the best Mummy Wrap team. Do the Monster Mash and BOOgie your butt to the great sounds of Boogie Butt Productions. A witches brew of adult refreshments will be served along with horror d’oeuvres.
Leave the kids at home, because this is the night for the adults to howl & hiss! But, do be sure and bring your checkbook, there will a Silent Auction full of great items, there’s just bound to be something to die for!
Admission is $25. Tickets can be purchased at the animal shelter, Franklin Bank or at the door.
Proceeds help the many homeless animals that come to BARC, The Humane Society. For more info go to www.barctx.org or call 903-729-8074.
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Here is a list of this week’s featured pets at BARC, The Humane Society:
• Ashes — domestic short-haired female
• Tonka — 1-year-old medium female tabby
• Sprinkles — female tabby
• Shep — female tabby
• Sissy — medium-sized female Labrador
• Aggie — 2-year-old female Rottweiler mix
These and other animals are ready for adoption at BARC, The Humane Society, 335 Armory Rd., Palestine. You may visit them online at www.achs.petfinder.com and www.barctx.org. Telephone 903-729-8074 for information.
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