Texas Pets Alive

Today is National Feral Cat Day, and here at Texas Pets Alive, we are celebrating the passage of HB 3660 during the 88th Texas Legislative session. HB 3660 further protects the Trap-Neuter Return initiative, which humanely helps stabilize the feral cat population. Thank you to the sponsors of this bill for advocating on behalf of Texas cats: Cody Vasut, Briscoe Cain, Judith Zaffirini, Texas State Senator and John Whitmire.

Today is National Walk Your Dog Day and we have good news for everyone who is kicking off October with a walk with their best friend. The says a 20 minute daily walk can decrease your chance of a cardiovascular event! Now is the perfect time to grab that leash and get walking.

Today is and wants to celebrate the passage of Texas HB 2026. Even more veterinary schools will now participate in the rural veterinary incentive program, thanks to the collab with and the bill sponsors! This bill supports aspiring veterinarians and helps animals. Has your cat visited a vet lately?

It is and TPA! was proud to support HB 604, mandating animal control agencies scan pets for microchips when entering a shelter. Thanks to all the bill’s sponsors!

Read this story in about the lifesaving efforts to rescue this beautiful dog! https://people.com/shy-golden-retriever-wheelbarrow-saved-from-euthanasia-exclusive-7574708

Happy International Cat Day! If you love cats (like we do!) you will want to know that HB 2063 passed during the 88th Texas Legislative Session. The bill requires consent before a cat or dog is left unattended at a boarding facility. Thanks to the bill sponsors for protecting cats in Texas!

This is International Assistance Dog Week and we want to thank all the trainers of service dogs. 🐾🐾 If you have questions about service animals in the workplace or service/assistance animals and housing, you can find answers via the Texas Workforce Commission website.

Important information to read before tomorrow’s fireworks!

Why Can’t Vets at Texas Animal Shelters Treat Owned Pets? - HASS Texas doesn’t allow this essential service. It results in great harm to people, pets, and animal shelters. We’re fighting for change.

Twice in the past week, puppies have been found abandoned in Texas - during triple digit temperatures. If anyone is struggling to take care of their pet, they can find resources at: Pets.findhelp.com

https://www.foxnews.com/us/austin-puppies-left-die-garbage-bag-triple-digit-texas-heat-wave

Austin puppies left to die in garbage bag during triple-digit Texas heat wave Eight puppies were discovered in a trash bag during a heat wave in Austin, Texas, animal rescue officials said. Seven of the puppies are still alive and recovering.