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The SPCA of Texas is thrilled to announce that tickets for Fur Ball 2018 have sold out. There will be a full crowd celebrating the organization’s 80th anniversary at this year’s annual gala! The SPCA of Texas is excited to have President and Mrs. George W. Bush serving as the Honorary Chairs for the black-tie event. The gala will be held on Saturday, September 22 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. This date is significant, as the SPCA of Texas received its charter on September 22, 1938.

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 exceptional care and a loving home. The fundraising goal of Fur Ball 2018 is $535,000. All money raised 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.

Fur Ball 2018 is sure to be a tail-wagging success thanks to Chair Cindy Lindsley, Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, Auction Chair Julia Howard and Auction Co-Chair Sandra Fite. The elegant black-tie gala will delight the senses with dancing, headline entertainment by Party Machine Band and live and silent auctions. 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 2018 sponsors, including 80th Anniversary Sponsors: Dr. Larry and Mrs. Joan Rogers; Presidential Sponsors: Russell E. Dealey, and Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones; Diamond Sponsor: Sewell Automotive; Sapphire Sponsors: The Addy Family, H/3 Foundation, Marsha Pendleton-Gray and Dr. Richard Gray, Dr. Judy and Dr. Randy Kirby, Hillary Hurst and Mark Schwarz, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Patricia Villareal and Tom Leatherbury; Ruby Sponsor: Sandra and Colin Fite and One Life Radio; Emerald Sponsors: Steve Atkinson and Ted Kincaid, Diane and Hal Brierley, Eric Broughton, The Catherine Corrigan Foundation, Linda and Ozzie Chapa, Guaranty Bank & Trust, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Julia Howard, Sally Ann Jalonick Hudnall and Jim Snodgrass, Kibble Pet and KP Groom, Katy Murray, Thompson & Knight Foundation, and Mary and Skip Trimble; Table Sponsors: John Ackerman, Andrea Alcorn, Alliance Insurance, Aaron Augustine, James Bias, Joy Brawner, Debra and Kirsten Burns, The Honorable Roberto Cañas, CB Choi Family Foundation, Phyllis and CJ Comu, Conceptual Interiors, Carol Lee and Frank Davis II, Nicole Desproges, Don Amsler Company, Douglas B. Dorey, Donna Gannon, Bob Goldberg, Whitney Keltch Green and Paul Green, Maureen and Joe Hafertepe and Lana Payne, William Hathorn, Robert Haynsworth, Judie Heitzman, Phillip Hixon and Pamela Graham, Debi and Rick Hodges, Holland Asset Partners, Hollywood Feed, Stephanie Howard and Anja Woodson, Stacey and Don Kivowitz, Law Offices of Claire Collins Schwarz, Brent D. Lemon, Merck Animal Health, Nancy and Ty Merelli, Ruth Mutch, Carol and Ed Nelson, Martina Nemer and Steve Scruggs, Orangetheory Fitness, Origin Bank, The Perot Family, RKD Group, Christina Sanders, Carolyn Speed, Mary and Arnold Spencer, Steckler, Gresham, Cochran PLLC, Cindy Straton, Tejas Ranch Game and Fence, Vinson & Elkins, Shannon L.K. Welch, Kirt Woolsey, and Randy Zoetewey; Hospitality Sponsor: E&J Gallo Winery; Media Sponsors: CTL Marketing Print and Design Studio and Dallas Modern Luxury Magazine; and Floral Sponsor: Flower Reign by Shane Walker.

The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal welfare organization in North Texas. Founded in 1938, the non-profit operates two shelters, three spay/neuter clinics, two mobile spay/neuter vehicles, one mobile adoptions vehicle and an animal rescue center, all located in Dallas and Collin Counties, and maintains a team of animal cruelty investigators who respond to thousands of calls in seven North Texas counties. Moreover, the SPCA of Texas serves as an active resource center for an array of services that bring people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives. The SPCA of Texas is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal government or any other national humane organization. The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional care and a loving home. To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, visit www.spca.org.

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SPCA of Texas Donate on North Texas Giving Day

The SPCA of Texas is pleased to take part in the tenth annual North Texas Giving Day on September 20, 2018! 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. 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 $75,000 provided by an anonymous donor as well as multiplied 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 more than 35,000 animals each year. It takes about $800 to care for the animals that come through our doors. If nine people give the average donation, they 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.

Not available on September 20? This year you can schedule your gift to the SPCA of Texas between September 10 and September 20. Your gift will then be processed on North Texas Giving Day when it will be matched and multiplied with bonus funds. There's also a new way for you to help the SPCA of Texas raise money this North Texas Giving Day. It's easy for you and your friends to raise money by creating a personalized FUNdraising page by going to the North Texas Giving Day website.

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 grantmaking 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.

During last year's North Texas Giving Day, 2,323 individuals made 2,366 gifts to the SPCA of Texas, and the organization exceeded its goal of $250,000, raising $287,838 and earning a $30,000 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.

The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal welfare organization in North Texas. Founded in 1938, the non-profit operates two shelters, three spay/neuter clinics, two mobile spay/neuter vehicles, one mobile adoptions vehicle and an animal rescue center, all located in Dallas and Collin Counties, and maintains a team of animal cruelty investigators who respond to thousands of calls in seven North Texas counties. Moreover, the SPCA of Texas serves as an active resource center for an array of services that bring people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives. The SPCA of Texas is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal government or any other national humane organization. The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional care and a loving home. To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, visit www.spca.org.

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The SPCA of Texas is thrilled to announce Fur Ball 2018, celebrating the organization's 80th anniversary, and Honorary Chairs President and Mrs. George W. Bush. The gala will be held on Saturday, September 22 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. This date is significant, as the SPCA of Texas received its charter on September 22, 1938. Tickets are available today at www.FurBallDallas.com. Individual tickets are $300 and table sponsorships start at $3,000. 

Fur Ball 2018 is sure to be a tail-waging success thanks to Chair Cindy Lindsley, Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, Auction Chair Julia Howard and Auction Co-Chair Sandra Fite. The elegant black-tie gala will delight the senses with dancing, headline entertainment by Party Machine Band and live and silent auctions. The Emcee for the evening is Brian Curtis, NBC 5 News Anchor.

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 exceptional care and a loving home. All money raised through Fur Ball 2018 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.

The SPCA of Texas is grateful for the tremendous support of its Fur Ball 2018 sponsors, including: 80th Anniversary Sponsors: Dr. Larry and Mrs. Joan Rogers; Presidential Sponsors: Russell E. Dealey, and Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones; Diamond Sponsor: Sewell Automotive; Sapphire Sponsors: The Addy Family, Drs. Judy and Randy Kirby, Marsha Pendleton-Gray and Dr. Richard Gray, and Patricia Villareal and Tom Leatherbury; Ruby Sponsor: One Life Radio; Emerald Sponsors: Steve Atkinson and Ted Kincaid, Linda and Ozzie Chapa, Douglas B. Dorey, Sandra and Colin Fite, Guaranty Bank & Trust, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Julia Howard, Sally Ann Jalonick Hudnall and Jim Snodgrass, Kibble Pet and KP Groom, Katy Murray, and Thompson & Knight Foundation; and Table Sponsors: John Ackerman, Andrea Alcorn, Alliance Insurance, Aaron Augustine, Joy Brawner, Debra and Kirsten Burns, Honorable Roberto Cañas, Elbert Choi, Dallas Equestrian Center, Nicole Desproges, Donna Gannon, Bob Goldberg, Whitney Keltch Green and Paul Green, Maureen and Joe Hafertepe and Lana Payne, William Hathorn, Phillip Hixon & Pamela Graham, Holland Asset Partners, Hollywood Feed, Stephanie Howard and Anja Woodson, Stacey and Don Kivowitz, Law Offices of Claire Collins Schwarz, Merck Animal Health, Ruth Mutch, Carol and Ed Nelson, Martina Nemer and Steve Scruggs, Orangetheory Fitness, Origin Bank, Christina Sanders, Cindy Straton, Steckler, Gresham, Cochran PLLC, Tejas Ranch Game and Fence, Vinson & Elkins, Aaron Wallace, Shannon L.K. Welch, Kirt Woolsey, and Randy Zoetewey; Hospitality Sponsor: E&J Gallo Winery; Media Sponsor: Modern Luxury Magazine; and Floral Sponsor: Flower Reign by Shane Walker.

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

The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal welfare organization in North Texas. Founded in 1938, the non-profit operates two shelters, three spay/neuter clinics, two mobile spay/neuter vehicles, one mobile adoptions vehicle and an animal rescue center, all located in Dallas and Collin Counties, and maintains a team of animal cruelty investigators who respond to thousands of calls in seven North Texas counties. Moreover, the SPCA of Texas serves as an active resource center for an array of services that bring people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives. The SPCA of Texas is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal government or any other national humane organization. The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional care and a loving home. To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, visit www.spca.org.

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Photo Credit: SPCA of Texas Staff Minnie is one of the bravest dogs we know, and even she says "Heck no!" to fireworks!

Texas summers bring brutally hot conditions, but more than just the heat can be harmful to your pet during the summer. 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 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.
  • Heat is another reason to keep your pets indoors this summer. Also, be sure your pet has access to cool water at all times and never leave pets in parked vehicles.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Your dog may not want to accompany you to the local fireworks extravaganza. He may prefer some nice quiet time in your lap after everything is over. Also, during the festivities, keep your dog busy with chew toys.
  • 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.
  • 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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The SPCA of Texas, the leading animal welfare organization in North Texas, is proud to announce new Board members for 2018.

New SPCA of Texas Board Members include John Ackerman, Executive Vice President Global Strategy & Development, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport; and Brian Loughmiller, Partner, Loughmiller Higgins P.C., and former mayor of McKinney. They join the current board members.

The SPCA of Texas’s Executive Board Committee is comprised of Katy Murray, Chair, Chief Financial Officer, A.H. Belo Corporation; William B. Driscoll, Vice Chair, Owner, William B. Driscoll, CPA; Patricia Villareal, Treasurer, Attorney, PatVillarealLaw; Steve Atkinson, Secretary, Realtor, Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate; and James Bias, CAWA, SPCA of Texas President and CEO.

Returning SPCA of Texas Board Members include Joy Brawner, Accountant (retired); Ambassador James W. (Wally) Brewster, Principal, Insignias Global; Roberto Cañas, Criminal Court Judge, Dallas County; Gustavo N. Hinojosa, AIA, IIDA, NCARB, LEED AP, Owner, HINOJOSA. Architecture & Interiors; Felicia Kerney, Dallas County Asst. District Attorney; Stacey Kivowitz, Entrepreneur, Business Woman, Philanthropist; David Kubes, Marketing Consultant; Brent Lemon, Attorney, Law Office of D. Brent Lemon; Rocky McKelvey, DVM, Regional Medical Director, VCA Animal Hospitals; Jan Rees-Jones (non-voting), Co-Founder, The Rees-Jones Foundation; Christina Sanders, Assistant General Counsel, NGP Energy Capital Management: Kelly Thompson, Realtor, Ebby Halliday Realtors; and Danny Tobey, Partner, Commercial and Business Litigation, Vinson & Elkins.

Ackerman and Loughmiller were elected as Board members by the SPCA of Texas’ Board of Directors on April 17, 2018 which took place at the Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center in Dallas, Texas.

The SPCA of Texas is the leading animal welfare organization in North Texas. Founded in 1938, the non-profit operates two shelters, three spay/neuter clinics, two mobile spay/neuter vehicles, one mobile adoptions vehicle and an animal rescue center, all located in Dallas and Collin Counties, and maintains a team of animal cruelty investigators who respond to thousands of calls in seven North Texas counties. Moreover, the SPCA of Texas serves as an active resource center for an array of services that bring people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives. The SPCA of Texas is not affiliated with any other entity and does not receive general operating funds from the City of Dallas, State of Texas, federal government or any other national humane organization. The SPCA of Texas is dedicated to providing every animal exceptional care and a loving home. To learn more about the SPCA of Texas, visit www.spca.org.

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Photography credit: Thomas Garza Photography (L-R) Susie Swanson, Karen Urie

The SPCA of Texas is thrilled to announce that Susie Swanson will be the Paws Cause 2019 Chair. Paws Cause will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the beautiful Jan Rees-Jones Animal Care Center in Dallas. The event benefits the Southern Dallas Spay/Neuter and Wellness Initiative and the SPCA of Texas’ Mary Spencer Clinic at Village Fair. For more information on the upcoming event call Jan Scoggins at 214-461-1830.

Susie Swanson is a Texas native who moved to Dallas in 1975, and is a Senior Vice-President with Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. Susie is an active member of Highland Park United Methodist Church, the Preston Hollow Women's Club and a huge animal lover. She keeps extra leashes in her car in order to pick up lost pups and help them find their way home. Susie has been an active donor and supporter of the SPCA of Texas and Paws Cause for many years.

This casual, fun-filled evening features wonderful food from local chefs, libations, musical entertainment, the always popular Bone Appétit restaurant drawing and of course, a chance to mingle with some furry friends.

Guests will enjoy portable haute cuisine from several of the Metroplex’s finest restaurants.

Paws Cause is committed to supporting the SPCA of Texas’ programs that aim to support the pets and people of Southern Dallas through sponsorships and donations to help address the serious stray animal and animal overpopulation issue. In particular, Paws Cause raises funds for the following programs:

  • The Mary Spencer Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic at Village Fair strategically located in South Dallas providing low cost medical services as well as anchoring the overall South Dallas effort.
  • The SPCA of Texas' Kivo Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic, which is targeting underserved neighborhoods each week and providing free spay/neuter surgeries to residents in 23 Southern Dallas zip codes. The Mobile Spay/Neuter Vehicles helps communities at risk due to animal overpopulation as well as providing assistance to the elderly or citizens with transportation challenges.
  • Community Pet Program with “boots on the ground” door to door contact educating local residents as to the benefits of humane animal stewardship, as well as distributing pet food and supplies to pet owners needing assistance.
  • Free and low-cost Spay/Neuter and wellness service to the neediest communities, including monthly community wellness events offering free vaccinations, flea/tick preventative and microchips to residents in the community, helping keep pets in homes, off the streets and out of shelters.

Programs and initiatives as ambitious and far-reaching as these not only encourage the health and humane treatment of animals but also serve to make our communities better places.

For more information visit www.pawscausedallas.com

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SPCA of Texas’ 2018 Strut Your Mutt – The Race to End Animal Cruelty

Trinity Groves

Base of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge

Dallas, TX 75212

Saturday, May 12, 2018

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

 

More than 3,000 pups and their humans strutted their stuff, starting at the base of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, on Saturday, May 12. It was part of the SPCA of Texas’ 13th annual Strut Your Mutt, the Race to End Animal Cruelty.

Devoted dogs and happy humans enjoyed their morning jogs and leisurely strolls through the Dallas Design District. Once they high fived the SPCA of Texas’ mascots, Snip and Scooter, while crossing the finish line, participants enjoyed chowing down on delicious burgers and hot dogs thanks to Fuddruckers, cuddling with adoptable SPCA of Texas pets and vising with dozens of vendors. People cooled off with thirst-quenching water and sports drinks while dogs lounged in kiddie pools filled with ice water. Hundreds stayed to celebrate with refreshing mimosas thanks to Barefoot Wine and chilled beer thank to Amstel Xlight.

Top fundraisers include: Madeline Jobst, Julia Howard, Nancy Henry, Melissa Melville, Barbara Dearman, Cathy Swift, Karen Urie, Colin Fite, Robert Dombrowski, and Brendan Doyle.

The successful event wouldn’t have been possible without our sponsors: Platinum Paw Presenting Sponsors: Hill's Pet Nutrition, VCA Animal Hospitals; Silver Bone Sponsors: Guaranty Bank and Trust, Hollywood Feed, Orangetheory Fitness, RDS Real Estate, The Ginger Man, Webb Family Foundation; Best Friend Sponsors: Bayer Animal Health, Luke's Locker, Raising Cane's, RunFAR Racing Services, Saint Bernard, The Alexan Apartments, Trinity Groves, TripHound; Strut Supporters: Alphagraphics at Market Center, CareNow, Central Living by David Weekly Homes, Crowe Horwath LLP, Lord Green Strategies, North Texas Honda Dealers; Hospitality Sponsors: Amstel Xlight, Barefoot Wine, Fuddruckers, Honeylu's Coffee, PepsiCo; Media Sponsors: 99.5 THE WOLF, The New HOT 93.3.

Special thanks to our Pup Rally hosts: Addison Ice House, Backyard, British Beverage Co., Ida Claire and Truck Yard.

The goal was to raise awareness about animal cruelty and what people can do to help animals in crisis and funds to support the SPCA of Texas’ wide array of programs and services. If you suspect animal cruelty contact local law enforcement or report it to the SPCA of Texas. To help the SPCA of Texas rescue, rehome and rehabilitate thousands of animals every year, there is still time to make a gift. While the race is over, you can still donate until the end of May at gostrut.org

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Photography credit: Thomas Garza Photography Main entrance to Stanley Korshak luxury store.

SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball 2018 Kick-Off Party

Stanley Korshak

500 Crescent Ct #100

Dallas, TX 75201

Thursday, May 3, 2018

6 – 8 p.m.

 

Lighthearted guests and a few frolicking puppies gathered for the Fur Ball 2018 kick-off party at Stanley Korshak on Thursday, May 3. Spring showers dispersed and clouds parted in time to give almost 200 friends of the SPCA of Texas a chance to venture out in their spring finery. Fur Ball supporters, sponsors and former chairs joined 2018 Chair Cindy Lindsley, Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, Auction Chair Julia Howard and Auction Co-Chair Sandra Fite to enjoy the evening of shopping, sipping, snacking and of course cuddling with puppies. DJ Andy Austin provided upbeat tunes to set the mood.

Guests maneuvered around the jewelry, makeup and shoe counters that had been transformed into bars, enjoying wine, spirits and champagne courtesy of Southern Glazers. Samplings of delightful nibbles, including a charcuterie board, savory goat cheese pizzas and sweet treats such as Matcha Tea Cakes with lavender and honey were passed around, all thanks to Sixty Vines. Those who wandered over to the men’s section enjoyed a warming whiskey with a fresh finish, provided by Knockmore Irish Whiskey. The exceptional staffing was provided thanks to KMG Events.

Sincere thanks to the owner of Stanley Korshak, Mr. Crawford Brock, for welcoming the cheerful crowd. The luxury store was decked out in purple for the occasion as guests and sponsors feted the SPCA of Texas.

The event was held in support of the SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball 2018, in celebration of the non-profit’s 80th anniversary. The elegant black-tie gala will delight the senses with dancing and live and silent auctions and will feature emcee Brian Curtis, NBC 5 News anchor. SPCA of Texas’ Fur Ball 2018 will be held on Saturday, September 22 from 6:30 p.m. - midnight at the Hyatt Regency.

The event is sure to be a smashing success thanks to Chair Cindy Lindsley, Co-Chair Jennifer Lindsley, Auction Chair Julia Howard and Auction Co-Chair Sandra Fite. The Fur Ball 2018 Honorary Chairs are President and Mrs. George W. Bush.

The SPCA of Texas is grateful for the tremendous support of its Fur Ball 2018 sponsors, including: 80th Anniversary Sponsors: Dr. Larry & Mrs. Joan Rogers; Presidential Sponsor: Russell E. Dealey; Diamond Sponsor: Sewell Automotive; Sapphire Sponsors: Bill and Lydia Addy; Emerald Sponsors: Linda and Ozzie Chappa, Guaranty Bank and Trust, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and Katy Murray; and Table Sponsors: Aaron Wallace, Orangetheory Fitness, Marti and Steve Scruggs, Randy Zoetewey and Strickland, Gresham, Chochran PLLC.

All money raised through Fur Ball 2018 will go toward the SPCA of Texas' important mission to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving homes for vulnerable animals.

Guests of the kick-off party included Russell E. Dealey, Susie Swanson, Meredith Perot, Andrea Alcorn, Marsha Pendleton Gray and Dr. Richard Gray, Katie Murray, Steve Atkinson and Ted Kincaid, Ambassador James Brewster and Bob Satawake, Brian Curtis, Regina Bruce, Dileep and Rema Sirur, Sam and Pat Price, Sharon Fancher and Betsy Orton, Cindy Lindsley, Julia Howard, Jennifer Lindsley, Sandra Fite, Kristen Greenberg, Ashley Burges, Karen Urie, Giana dePaul, Lisa and Chris Fox, Lana Payne, Anja Woodson, Dan Tatsch, Kirsten Burns, Carol Nelson and Elizabeth and Mark Gardner.

For more information, visit www.FurBallDallas.com

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Photo credit: SPCA of Texas/Madeline Yeaman Top row (L-R): Jocelyn White (2013, 2015), Kristen Greenberg (2016), James Bias (SPCA of Texas President and CEO), Jennifer Lindsley (2017, 2018), Debra Burns (SPCA of Texas Senior VP, Development); Front Row (L-R): Julia Howard (2018), Cindy Lindsley (2017, 2018), Phyllis Comu (2016), Stacey Kivowitz (2013, 2015).

Former Fur Ball Chairs Luncheon

Former Fur Ball Chairs gathered on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at the Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas to celebrate the SPCA of Texas’ 80th Anniversary at Fur Ball 2018, to be held on Saturday, September 22 at the Hyatt Regency Dallas from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

2018 Chair, Cindy Lindsley, along with SPCA of Texas President and CEO James Bias, raised a champagne toast to celebrate all of the successes of the former Fur Ball Chairs and the legacy of success they have built for the premier gala supporting animals in our community.

Board member Stacey Kivowitz and former Board Chair Jocelyn White, who both chaired the 75th Anniversary Fur Ball gala in 2013, highlighted the good work the SPCA of Texas does every day to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome pets, and focused especially on the exceptional work that the organization did to help hundreds of pets and their people in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in 2017.

Julia Howard, 2018 Auction Chair, announced that she has lined up some fabulous travel experiences for the live auction at this year’s Fur Ball. Phyllis Comu, 2016 Fur Ball Chair, expressed her excitement and support of this year’s festivities. The entire group joins the SPCA of Texas in being thrilled about this year’s honorary chairs, President and Mrs. George W. Bush.

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

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SPCA of Texas Hosts the 13th Annual Strut Your Mutt, The Race to End Animal Cruelty on Saturday, May 12 
Presented by VCA Animal Hospitals and Hill's Pet Nutrition

3K Fun Run/Walk and 5K Timed Run Benefitting the SPCA of Texas to be Held at the Base of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge


WHAT: Lace up those sneakers, get ready to roll out with your best tailwaggin’ friend and come join the party on Saturday, May 12 in Trinity Groves for the SPCA of Texas’ 13th Annual Strut Your Mutt, The Race to End Animal Cruelty, presented by VCA Animal Hospitals and Hill's Pet Nutrition. Registration is $35 for 3K and $40 for 5K per person (canine companions are welcome but not required). Register today at strutyourmutt.info!

The festivities begin at 7:30 a.m. with registration, breakfast and vendors to visit and activities for everyone. The timed 5K will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the 3K walk/fun run will begin at 9:30 a.m.

The SPCA of Texas' Strut Your Mutt race is focused on the Race to End Animal Cruelty. Animal cruelty is an enormously important problem in North Texas, and one that the SPCA of Texas can positively impact with the support of the community. The SPCA of Texas' Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit at the SPCA of Texas has full-time professional humane investigators, educators, a supervisor and a case manager. The Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit investigates more than 1,500 animal cruelty cases each year, many resulting in criminal convictions. As a result of these cases, the SPCA of Texas is successful in rescuing over 3,000 animals out of harm's way every year in multiple Texas counties.

In addition to the walk, strutters will enjoy mimosas and refreshments, as well as free hot dogs and hamburgers provided by Fuddrucker's. We will also have plenty of family-fun events for you to enjoy in our Bow-Wow-Bazaar, which will include vendor booths, activities for pets and kids, demonstrations and more!

Everyone who registers can also help the SPCA of Texas raise funds by collecting pledges for cool prizes and participating in the individual and corporate fundraising challenges. Online registration will be available until May 11. Top Fundraising Challenge prizes will be awarded to participants who collect the most pledges. Donations may be made for Strut Your Mutt through May 31.

Take the next step and form a team at strutyourmutt.info and fundraise to help the SPCA of Texas. Once you register your team and give it a memorable name, you can set up your fundraising goal, recruit team members and build team spirit through your team page.

CURRENT SPONSORS INCLUDE: Platinum Paw Presenting Sponsors: VCA Animal Hospitals, Hill’s Pet Nutrition; Silver Bone Sponsors: Guaranty Bank & Trust, Hollywood Feed; Strut Supporters: CareNow, Cypress at Trinity Groves; Hospitality Sponsors: Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Amstel Xlight, Fuddrucker's, Honeylu Coffee, PepsiCo.

WHEN: Saturday, May 12 from 7:30 a.m. to noon
Festivities begin at 7:30 a.m.
Timed 5K begins at 8:30 a.m.
3K Walk/Run begins at 9:30 a.m.

WHERE: Trinity Groves
Base of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in West Dallas

COST: Registration fee for an individual is $35 for 3K and $40 for 5K (includes free food, beverages, a t-shirt, dog bandana and goody bag).
Children 11 years old and under are free, but must register to receive food and a t-shirt.
All proceeds benefit the SPCA of Texas. 

HOW: For complete information and to register, create a team or sponsor an individual or a team, visit strutyourmutt.info.