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SPCA of Texas North Texas Giving Day

Get ready to give! The SPCA of Texas is pleased to take part in the 11th annual North Texas Giving Day tomorrow, September 19, 2019! Every year, the people of North Texas come together to help thousands of local non-profits, including the SPCA of Texas. On that day, gifts made through the SPCA of Texas' profile page on the North Texas Giving Day website will be matched dollar for dollar up to $50,000, thanks to a generous gift provided by an anonymous donor. Gifts will also be amplified by bonus funds and prizes between 6 a.m. and midnight, for an 18 hour online giving extravaganza!

Our donors' generosity makes it possible for us to rescue, heal and find homes for thousands of animals each year. It takes about $800 to care for each of the animals that come through our doors. By donating, people give us the ability to say yes to do whatever it takes to save an animal's life. Whether it's $10 or $200, every dollar helps! Visit spca.org/givingday on North Texas Giving Day to make a donation.

During last year's North Texas Giving Day, 1,926 individuals made 1,956 gifts to the SPCA of Texas, and the organization raised $231,000 and earned a $75,000 match!

The community's support is truly inspiring, and gives us all renewed energy to live our mission: to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home. North Texas Giving Day is not just a day. It's a movement that inspires and unites tens of thousands of donors across the world to support their favorite North Texas causes online through www.NorthTexasGivingDay.org.

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Photography Credit: Joseph Brewster Trevor Rees-Jones, Jan Rees-Jones, Karen Froehlich

It was a night of champagne, cheers and celebration on Thursday, September 12 at the SPCA of Texas’ annual Fur Ball Patron Party. Ecstatic animal lovers, SPCA of Texas supporters and excited staff and volunteers crowded into the handsome French Country-style home designed by Milan Design + Build LLC in Old Preston Hollow, enjoying the panoramic views from the floor-to-ceiling windows and awaiting a very important announcement, as the early evening sunset bathed everyone in gold.

The 2019 Fur Ball Family, Chairs John and Lana Payne and their children and co-chairs, Katherine and Jacob Payne, kicked off the night’s festivities. John thanked the Fur Ball Committees and Auction Chairs, Sandra Fite and Julia Howard, Auction Co-Chair Amber Camper and Underwriting Chair Arlene Kirkland for their tremendous work and effort on making Fur Ball 2019 the best yet.

Next up was Steve Atkinson, Vice Chair of the SPCA of Texas’ Board of Directors, with a special announcement. The cheerful crowd gasped and applauded as Atkinson revealed that Karen Froehlich, interim President/CEO was the organization’s new, official President and CEO, effective immediately.

“Karen is a dedicated and passionate leader,” said Atkinson. “And, over the past months, it has become increasingly clear that she is the right person to lead the SPCA of Texas as we continue in our mission to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home.”

Froehlich thanked the crowd, saying she is excited for the future of the organization and is honored to take on the roll. Finally, Debra Burns, SPCA of Texas Senior Vice President for Development pumped up the crowd, adding in her thanks to the Payne family and the Auction Committee for such a splendid evening. The night’s surprises didn’t stop there. Burns and Fur Ball Auction Chair, Sandra Fite also presented a special gift to Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones for their continuous support, which has saved the lives of countless animals.

Guests chatted and wandered through the gorgeous home while listening to the harpist, Cindi Horstman, play classical musical and the Beatles interchangeably. Fifteen seniors from Jesuit were there promoting the Fur Ball raffle and providing hospitality. All while enjoying samplings of delightful nibbles, including a tomato bruschetta crostini, grilled beef tenderloin with mini homemade yeast rolls and mini crab cakes served Aioli sauce. Assorted petit sweets and chocolate dipped berries polished off the decadent menu, all thanks to Preston Hollow Catering. All while sipping on wine, thanks to Burgundy Swine, and the night’s specialty drink, the “Corgi Cocktail”, with lemonade, vodka, a lemon wedge and garnished with a mint, thanks to Tito’s Vodka for Dog People.

The SPCA of Texas is grateful to Susie Swanson and Milan Design + Build LLC (Scott Trahan and Eric Mistrata) for welcoming the cheerful crowd into the lovely home, which was decorated with various breathtaking, beautiful and exotic purple flowers and stunning greenery provided by Simply Elegant. Spectacular valet service was provided by Gold Crown Valet Company.

The event was held to thank all of the donors and sponsors of the SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball 2019. The elegant black-tie gala will delight the senses with dancing and live and silent auctions. The SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball 2019 will be held on Saturday, September 21 from 6:30 p.m. - midnight at the Hyatt Regency.

Guests included Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones, Steve Atkinson and Ted Kindcaid, Gus Hinojosa, David Kubes, Donna and Brian Loughmiller, Katy Murray, Hiren Patel, Christina and Chase Sanders, Sonja McGill, Christie Choi, Brian Curtis, Russell E. Dealey, Giana DePaul, Lisa and Christopher Fox, Pamela Graham and Phil Hixon, Kristen and Scott Greenberg, Maureen and Joe Hafertepe, Cindy and Don Lindsley, Jennifer Lindsley, John Mayfield, Carol Nelson, Betsy Orton and Sharon Fancher, Matt and Mary Metz, Marsha Pendleton-Gray and Dr. Richard Gray, Joan Rogers, Alicia and Alan Skinner, David Soto, Susie Swanson, Karen Urie, Anja and Jeff Woodson, and Randy Zoetewey.  

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North Texas Giving Day SPCA of Texas

The SPCA of Texas is pleased to take part in the 11th Annual North Texas Giving Day on September 19, 2019! Every year, the people of North Texas come together to help thousands of local non-profits, including the SPCA of Texas, on North Texas Giving Day. On that day, gifts made through the SPCA of Texas' profile page on the North Texas Giving Day website will be amplified by bonus funds and prizes between 6 a.m. and midnight, for an 18 hour giving extravaganza!

Our donors' generosity makes it possible for us to rescue, heal and find homes for thousands of animals each year. It takes about $800 to care for each of the animals that come through our doors. By donating, people give us the ability to say yes to do whatever it takes to save an animal's life. Whether it's $10 or $200, every dollar helps! Visit spca.org/givingday on North Texas Giving Day to make a donation.

Not available on September 19? This year you can schedule your gift to the SPCA of Texas between September 9 and September 18. Your gift will then be processed on North Texas Giving Day when it will be matched and multiplied with bonus funds. Plus, get in on the fun today with a personal FUNdraising page! Creating your own page is a fun and easy way to raise support from your family and friends for the SPCA of Texas and our mission to help more animals. Create a personalized FUNdraising page by going to the North Texas Giving Day website.

The SPCA of Texas will start off the week's celebrations on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at North Texas Giving Day's NorthPark Center Family Philanthropy Festival and at Party in the Park: A Fiesta at Finch Park in McKinney. Numerous Dallas County and Collin County non-profits will be there celebrating with interactive activities and live performances.

North Texas Giving Day is powered by Communities Foundation of Texas, a 64-year-old community foundation that has produced North Texas Giving Day since 2009. As the largest community foundation in Texas and one of the largest in the nation, Communities Foundation of Texas works to strengthen the community through a variety of charitable funds and strategic grant making initiatives. Since 2009 Communities Foundation of Texas' North Texas Giving Day has pumped more than $155 million, for more than 2,500 local nonprofits, into the North Texas Community. It is the largest single-day giving event in the nation. The foundation professionally manages more than 950 charitable funds for families, companies, foundations and nonprofits and has awarded more than $1.6 billion in grants since its founding in 1953.

The community's support is truly inspiring, and gives us all renewed energy to live our mission: to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home. North Texas Giving Day is not just a day. It's a movement that inspires and unites tens of thousands of donors across the world to support their favorite North Texas causes online through www.NorthTexasGivingDay.org.

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Fur Ball Home Show Photo Credit: SPCA of Texas Staff

It was a day full of gorgeous gems and couture candles at the SPCA of Texas’ Home Show, benefitting the upcoming Fur Ball Gala. The amazing show was hosted by and held at the home of Fur Ball Auction Chair Sandra Fite.

Vendors from Swiss-Cillian Marinara Sauce, Red & Ro Luxury Candles, Infused Oil & Vinegars, Alan Waters Paintings and Sandra Fite Jewelry were at the event and are donating 20% of the proceeds to the SPCA of Texas. We are extremely grateful to the vendors and everyone who attended the event. The donated proceeds will go towards helping the SPCA of Texas rescue, rehabilitate and rehome thousands of animals in North Texas.

This year’s black tie gala will be held at the iconic Hyatt Regency Hotel from 6:30pm to midnight on Saturday, September 21st. Fur Ball 2019 marks our 81st anniversary of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming helpless animals in the North Texas community. Support for Fur Ball 2019 supports the SPCA of Texas’ mission to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home.

Tickets, tables and high level sponsorships are now available for purchase online at www.furballdallas.com.

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Toast to the Host 2019 Fur Ball Chairs: Chair John Payne, Chair Lana Payne, Co-Chair Jacob Payne, Co-Chair Katherine Payne

The countdown has begun, just one month until the SPCA of Texas’ annual Fur Ball gala. Before the big event, current and former Fur Ball Chairs and Host Committees took the chance to wine down and relax on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at Sevy’s Grill in Preston Hollow.

Fur Ball 2019 Chairs John and Lana Payne kicked off the evening by raising their glasses in salute to their predecessors, welcoming the group as they celebrated all of the successes of the chairs who came before them and the legacy they have built. The entire group joins the SPCA of Texas in being thrilled about this year’s upcoming event, which has the grandest live auction yet, thanks to Auction Chairs Sandra Fite and Julia Howard, and includes a special partnership with Tito’s Vodka for Dog People.

The SPCA of Texas is sincerely grateful to the dedicated group for all they have done for the animals in North Texas! Guests included 80th anniversary Chair Cindy Lindsley and Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, SPCA of Texas sponsor and former Honorary Chair Russell E. Dealey, board member David Kubes and his wife Carolyn Kubes, host committee member and past co-chair Kristen Greenberg and many others.

This year’s black tie gala will be held at the iconic Hyatt Regency Hotel from 6:30pm to midnight on Saturday, September 21st. Fur Ball 2019 marks our 81st anniversary of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming helpless animals in the North Texas community. Support for Fur Ball 2019 supports the SPCA of Texas’ mission to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home.

Tickets, tables and high level sponsorships are now available for purchase online at www.furballdallas.com.

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Photo Credit: Thomas Garza Photography Fur Ball Gala

Time is running out until the SPCA of Texas' annual Fur Ball gala. Enjoy a delicious dinner, dancing with headline entertainment by Party Machine, drinks from this years special partner Tito's Vodka for Dog People and help change the lives of thousands of animals in North Texas! The elegant black-tie gala will be held on Saturday, September 21 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Tickets are available today at www.FurBallDallas.com.

Fur Ball is DFW’s salute to the bond between people and their pets and a celebration of the SPCA of Texas’ important mission to provide every animal with exceptional care and a loving home. All money raised through Fur Ball 2019 will go directly to the SPCA of Texas to help rescue, heal and find homes for thousands of animals and help keep pets in homes, out of shelters and off the streets. 

Last year, tickets sold out early and Fur Ball 2019 is sure to be the bark of the town thanks to Chairs John and Lana Payne, Co-Chairs Jacob and Katherine Payne, Auction Chairs Julia Howard and Sandra Fite, Auction Co-Chair Amber Camper and Underwriting Chair Arlene Kirkland. The Emcee for the evening is Brian Curtis, NBC 5 News Anchor.

The SPCA of Texas is grateful for the tremendous support of its Fur Ball 2019 sponsors, including: Joy Sponsors: The Addy Family, John and Lana Payne, Sewell Automotive, and Patricia Villareal & Tom Leatherbury; Kindness Sponsor: Jack Knox; Caring Sponsors: Sandra Fite, Marsha Pendleton-Gray and Dr. Richard Gray, Tito’s Vodka, Mark Schwarz, and VCA Animal Hospitals; Companionship Sponsors: Brooke and Greg Alexander, Carla Brandt, Diane and Hal Brierley, Eric Broughton, Linda Chapa, Hercules Heroes Championed by Hill A. Feinberg, Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc, Julia Howard, Sally Ann Jalonick Hundall, and Thompson & Knight Foundation; Best Friend Sponsors: John Ackerman, Andrea Alcorn, Alliance Insurance, Debra Burns and Karen Froehlich, CB Choi Family Foundation, Laura Chambers, CityVet, Robert Dombrowski, Gwen Echols, Essex Association Management LP, Rebecca Farris, Lisa Fox, Friends of the Payne’s, Anna Galvan, Pamela Graham and Phil Hixon, Kristen Greenberg, Joe and Maureen Hafertepe & Matt and Mary Metz, Robert Haynsworth, Geoffrey Henley, Hollywood Feed, David Kubes, Eileen and Ryan Lash, Law Offices of Claire Collins Schwarz, Darlene McCorvey, Bob and Scottie McDonald, Merck Animal Health, Katy Murray, MWI Animal Health, Carol and Ed Nelson, Martina Nemer, Hiren and Dhruva Patel, Jacob Payne, Norma Payne, Readivet, RKD Group LLC, Chase and Christina Sanders, Marti and Steve Scruggs, Mary Spencer, Steckler Gresham Cochran PLLC, Mary and Skip Trimble, Tuesday Morning, Shannon L.K. Welch, Anja Woodson, and Randy Zoetewey, Dexter Hooks & Friends; Underwriters: Chris and Suzanne Austin, Jeff and Jessica Burrow, Russell E. Dealey, JGX Sign Studio, Rainbow Vomit, Simply Elegant, and Patricia Villareal; and Media Sponsor: Modern Luxury Dallas.

For high profile sponsorship opportunities, visit www.FurBallDallas.com or contact Brandi Johnson at 214-461-1832.

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North Texas Giving Day SPCA of Texas

The SPCA of Texas is thrilled to take part in the 11th annual North Texas Giving Day on September 19, 2019! Every year, the people of North Texas come together to help thousands of local non-profits for North Texas Giving Day, including the SPCA of Texas. Our donors' generosity makes it possible for us to rescue, heal and find homes for more thousands of animals each year. It takes about $800 to care for each animal that comes through our doors. By donating people give us the ability to say yes to do whatever it takes to save an animal's life. Whether it's $10 or $200, every dollar helps save animals! Visit spca.org/givingday on North Texas Giving Day to make a donation.

The giving begins early this year, with scheduled giving starting on September 9, 2019. Plus, get in on the fun today with a personal FUNdraising page! Creating your own page is a fun and easy way to raise support from your family and friends for the SPCA of Texas and our mission to help more animals.

The SPCA of Texas will start off the week's celebrations on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at North Texas Giving Day's North Park Center Family Philanthropy Festival and at Party in the Park: A Fiesta at Finch Park in McKinney. Numerous Dallas County and Collin County non-profits will be there celebrating with interactive activities and live performances.

On September 19th, join the SPCA of Texas and other North Texas charitable organizations in celebrating North Texas Giving Day, presented by the Communities Foundation of Texas. This 18-hour event galvanizes citizens to come together and support local nonprofits through online giving!

North Texas Giving Day: NorthPark Center Philanthropy Festival
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: NorthPark Center, 8687 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75225

North Texas Giving Day Party in the Park: A Fiesta at Finch Park
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2019
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Finch Park, 301 W Standifer Street, McKinney, TX 75069

The community's support is truly inspiring, and gives us all renewed energy to live our mission: to provide every animal exceptional care and a loving home. North Texas Giving Day is not just a day. It's a movement that inspires and unites tens of thousands of donors across the world to support their favorite North Texas causes online through www.NorthTexasGivingDay.org.

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Adoption Special! Adopt a dog 40 pounds or more from July 5- 21 for $20

If you've been looking to adopt a dog from the SPCA of Texas, you're in luck! Starting today, the SPCA of Texas is having a “Mutts, They're Just Like Us” adoption special at its two Metroplex-area shelters. They might not always be followed around by the “puparazzi” but these dogs are stars in our eyes. Just like the celebrities in the magazines our mutts enjoy splashing in the pool, taking naps, eating snacks and hanging out with friends. Believe it or not they're just like us! From Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 21 come adopt your new hang out buddy from the SPCA of Texas; all dogs that weigh 40 pounds or more will be only $20. The new owners of the first 15 dogs adopted under this special will also receive free DNA tests for their mutts! To see all of our available dogs, visit spcafindapet.com/.

The SPCA of Texas has two shelters where you can adopt your new best friend. There are dozens of animals waiting for you at the SPCA of Texas' Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center in Dallas at 2400 Lone Star Drive and at the SPCA of Texas' Russell H. Perry Animal Care Center in McKinney at 8411 Stacy Road. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and noon to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Regular adoption fees are $125 for puppies and kittens aged 0-6 months and $60 for adult dogs and cats aged 6 months or older. Fee includes spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, a heartworm test for dogs six months and older and a FIV/FeLV test for cats 4 months and older, initial flea/tick preventative and heartworm preventative, a microchip, 30 days of PetHealth Insurance provided by PetPlan, a free 14-day wellness exam with VCA Animal Hospitals, a free year-long subscription to Activ4Pets, a rabies tag and a free leash.

We hope you’ll visit our adoptable pets online and then visit them in person at one of our shelters. We’re ready to help you find the pet of your dreams!

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Safety Tips SPCA of Texas

Texas summers bring brutally hot conditions, but more than just the heat can be harmful to your pet. Memorial Day, Labor Day and the Fourth of July are the top three holidays for pet emergencies because of outdoor activities where pets run loose. Firecrackers, with their loud, startling and scary noises, can also be harmful to your pets’ well-being. The SPCA of Texas recommends these tips to make your pets’ Fourth of July a safe one:

  • Keep your pets indoors with the air conditioner running and the windows closed or keep a radio on to help mask out as much noise as possible. Also try distracting them: follow their regular routine, play with them, give them chew toys or crate them up until the fireworks are over. Make sure they have current tags and a microchip to ensure their safe return should they bolt out of fear.
  • Allow your pets the freedom to seek refuge under the bed, behind the toilet or in the back of the closet. This may soothe them more than cuddling with them.
  • Be aware of neighborhood pranksters throwing firecrackers over your fence to frighten your pet. Also be careful using sparklers, as they can burn animals as well as people.
  • If your pet gets especially stressed or your neighborhood is particularly noisy, you may wish to talk to your veterinarian about the practicality of using tranquilizers or homeopathic remedies.
  • Even if the proper precautions are taken, some animals may develop deeply rooted fears of loud noises after fireworks displays or thunderstorms. Commonly seen effects include: shaking; trembling; excessive drooling; barking; howling; trying to hide or get into or out of the house, fence, or other enclosure; refusing to eat food; loss of bladder or bowel control or temporary diarrhea. If you notice these symptoms in your pet, contact your veterinarian for help.
  • Heat is another reason to keep your pets indoors this holiday. Be sure your pet has access to cool water at all times and never leave pets in parked vehicles.

As always, to keep your pets happy and healthy, make sure your pets are spayed and neutered, that they are up to date on appropriate vaccinations and that you take your pet to the veterinarian for regular check-ups. To learn more or schedule an appointment at one of the SPCA of Texas' low-cost spay/neuter & wellness clinics, please visit www.spca.org/clinicservices or call 214-742-7722.

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Photo Credit: SPCA of Texas ARREST MADE: Owner of 11 Cruelly Treated Animals Seized by SPCA of Texas

Patti Rechelle Coleman, 42, was arrested on Monday afternoon by the Van Zandt County Precinct 2 Constable’s Office on a felony animal cruelty charge after the SPCA of Texas, the Van Zandt County Precinct 2 Constable's Office and the Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office seized 11 cruelly treated animals abandoned at a property in Van Zandt County on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Coleman was booked into the Van Zandt County Detention Center and charged with Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals for “tortures an animal or in a cruel manner kills or causes serious bodily injury to an animal,” which is a third-degree felony. According to the Texas Penal Code, torture includes any act that causes unjustifiable pain or suffering. The case has been filed with the Van Zandt County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution. A bond of $10,000 was set, and Coleman was released on bail as of June 18, 2019.

To view photos of this case, please click on the following link or copy and paste it into a browser: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/3to3w3kkc3ox96z/AACq_1tZrRs9IILLt8jwJEMCa?dl=0.

On Wednesday, June 12, 2019, the SPCA of Texas seized 11 animals, including five puppies, four dogs and two cats from an abandoned property in Van Zandt County via an exigent warrant. The animals were transported to the Russell E. Dealey Animal Rescue Center, where they received immediate, life-saving veterinary treatment.

The animals appeared to be afflicted with numerous medical issues, including starvation, dehydration, hair loss, flea infestation, intestinal parasites, eyes issues, ear issues and skin pustules. Many of the animals were so weak that they required immediate intravenous fluids. Two dogs were humanely euthanized at the recommendation of an SPCA of Texas’ veterinarian. One dog, the mother of the puppies, was euthanized due to suffering from extensive medical issues, including extreme malnourishment and decompensated shock. Decompensated shock occurs when the body is unable to maintain proper blood pressure, resulting in the failure of body systems and functions. One puppy was also humanely euthanized due to his suffering and unresponsiveness to treatment.

The SPCA of Texas received a complaint of suspected animal cruelty on June 10, 2019, and an SPCA of Texas Animal Cruelty Investigator visited the property on June 12, 2019. The investigator observed animals inside and outside of a residence on the property with no access to food or water. All of the animals appeared to be severely underweight and to have been abandoned for a significant amount of time. Upon witnessing the animals’ dire conditions, the investigator executed an exigent warrant immediately.

A civil custody hearing was held on Monday, June 17, at the Van Zandt County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, the Honorable Judge Wade McMillian presiding. At the hearing, Coleman agreed to surrender custody of the animals to the SPCA of Texas. Following the hearing, Coleman was arrested and charged with third-degree felony Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals.

To help support the SPCA of Texas and its efforts to help abused, neglected and homeless animals and to support the SPCA of Texas' other programs and services, please visit www.spca.org/helptheanimals. To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, please visit our website at www.spca.org.