February 27, 2010
Join us at the Found.Foster.Forever. event - April 8, 2010
Please join dog trainer Michael Baugh, HOPE and other sponsors for a free training seminar on April 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. This special opportunity is designed for all people who love dogs!Found.Foster.Forever. will be an evening of learning celebrating the people who rescue and foster dogs. All dog lovers are welcome to attend. Use the link below for more information and to register. The event is free but space is limited, so register early!
http://www.michaelsdogs.com/events/2010-04-08-fff.htm
Posted by cwirving at 02:12 PM
September 26, 2009
Join us for a Sunday Brunch Social to help HOPE!
Join HOPE, HPPL and ZEN 5 for Sunday Brunch and help out the homeless pets of Houston!
Mr. Lee with Zen 5 Japanese Restaurant is offering a buffet (not sushi), vegetarian-friendly with beverages included. Come join us with your friends for fun along with a silent auction on Sunday November 8th. Get tickets now for $25 or $30 at the door. We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP to Jeannice Cain 832-638-6786
Date: 11/08/2009 TIME: 11AM — 2PM
ZEN 5
Japanese Restaurant
1300 Wirt Road
Houston, TX 77055 713-263-9555
Visit www.hppl.org/zenevent2009.htm For more information or to purchase tickets online.
Posted by cwirving at 11:48 AM
September 17, 2009
Canines and Cats Comedy Hour [UPDATED]
UPDATE: The event is now scheduled for January 27, 2010.
Join HOPE, HPPL, and SNAP at the Houston Improv for a great time featuring fantastic comedians
Proceeds go to benefit the homeless pets of Houston.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27TH 6:30 P.M.—8:30 P.M.
$25 pre-purchase $30 at the door
Houston Improv Comedy Club 7620 Katy Freeway, Space 431, Houston, TX 77024
(713) 333-8800
Two menu item purchase required
For more info or to Purchase tickets online visit
the HPPL website or call to RSVP: 832-444-8911
Posted by cwirving at 06:39 PM
May 20, 2009
Pet Adoption Day at Alanza Brook Apartments -- Saturday, May 30
HOPE will be having a special adoption day at Alanza Brook apartments on Saturday May 30th from 9:00am until 1:00pm. We will have cats and dogs onsite.Address and directions:
ALANZA BROOK
http://www.alanzabrookapts.com/
3030 Dunvale Road
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 532-4800 - Phone
Posted by cwirving at 03:03 PM
May 05, 2009
Upcoming Presentation: May 26 - Dr. Lore Haug on dealing with shy and fearful dogs
On May 26, HOPE will host a presentation by Dr. Lore Haug, DVM on dealing with shy and fearful dogs.The seminar will be held from 7pm until 9pm at Fondren 5 Star Kennels, 14420 Fondren Rd. Missouri City, TX 77489.
Please RSVP to hope@homelesspets.net
About Dr. Haug (from ABRI): Dr. Lore Haug graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 1993. After completing an internship at Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in '93-'94, she practiced in general medicine and emergency/critical care from 1994-1999. In 1999, she returned to Texas A&M to complete a 3 year residency and Master's degree in animal behavior. She became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists in 2002 and ran the Animal Behavior Service at Texas A&M University from 2002-2007.
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Posted by cwirving at 09:54 PM
May 02, 2009
Upcoming Presentation: May 19 - Harriet Rankin talks about TNR
HOPE will host two presentations in the near future: May 19th- with speaker Harriet Rankin who will address TNR (trap, neuter and release programs). The second will feature Dr. Lore Haug, DVM who will conduct a seminar on dealing with shy and fearful dogs on May 26th. Both seminars will be held at Fondren 5 Star Kennels, 14420 Fondren Rd. Missouri City, TX. 77489Please RSVP to hope@homelesspets.net by May 12.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Harriet Rankin has been involved with animal rescue since 1981 when a neighborhood stray had 10 puppies at her grandparents’ house. Harriet started transporting for Texas Siamese Rescue in 1988 and started feral-cat-ing in 2003. She grew up in Houston, although she is an Army brat from Ft. Gordon, Georgia. She is a graduate of University of Texas. Harriet also has a couple of DVD’s available.
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Posted by cwirving at 10:27 PM
March 14, 2009
The 10th Anniversary Party page is up!
The HOPE 10th Anniversary Party page has been updated to include information on the party and how to purchase tickets. Invitations will be going out in the mail soon but this is the inside scoop!Posted by cwirving at 12:08 PM
January 11, 2009
HOPE Anniversary Party -- April 3 2009
HOPE will be celebrating its tenth anniversary on Friday, April 3, 2009!
The party will be held from 6:30 pm until 9:00 pm at the Courtyard on St. James Place, 1885 St. James Place, Houston, TX 77056.
Silent Auction |
Art Contest |
Cocktails |
Live Music |
Hors d'oeuvres |
Tickets start at $25 per person. See the anniversary party page at: homelesspets.net/party for more details.
We are creating a photo montage for the party. If you adopted a pet from HOPE, we'd like to hear your story and see your photos!
Email them to: party@homelesspets.net
For more on the venue, visit: http://www.courtyardonstjames.com
For directions: visit MapQuest.com:
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=1885+St.+James+Place&zipcode=77056
Posted by cwirving at 10:36 PM
May 06, 2008
HOPE at Cantoni Posh Paws Events in June!
HOPE is excited to be one of three groups who will be benefiting from Cantoni Furniture's support of Houston's fostering groups. We, along with Homeless Pets Placement League and Friends For Life, will be at Cantoni Furniture every Saturday in June from 10 am to 2 pm. Dogs for adoption will be present at the event, and our cats will be shown "virtually" through a presentation and other materials.
Every Saturday has a special theme:
- June 7: Kick-Off Event featuring 25 vendors of pet products and services
- June 14: Dog Training
- June 21: Alternative Medicine
- June 28: Pet Art and Gala Night!
The series of events will be capped by the Gala Night on the 28th. For a nominal fee, attendees will be treated to beverages and appetizers, as well as a doggie couture fashion show and an auction including contemporary dog sculptures (donated by Cantoni), each painted or decorated uniquely by local artists and celebrities.
This is a huge event and we are grateful to participate. Please come out and join us!
For more details, please see the official site at: http://www.cantoni.com/poshpaws
Posted by phaedra at 10:14 PM
December 15, 2007
12/16: Santa Photos
Have your pet photographed with Santa at the PetSmart on 12/16 from 11 AM to 3 PM. Located at 8380 Westheimer (at Dunvale) the cost is $9.95 ($8.95 with a Petperks card). Santa photos are a great way to remember the holidays and help HOPE at the same time. Hope to see you there! Ho Ho HoPosted by phaedra at 06:52 AM
November 24, 2007
12/9: HOPE at Bed & Biscuits Pet Spa
HOPE will be at Bed & Biscuits Pet Spa on Sunday, December 9th, from 1 pm to 4:30 pm. We will be participating in a day full of events, guest speakers, and, of course, dogs looking for homes! Other no-kill organizations will be participating as well, including HPPL and Friends for Life.
Location Information:
Bed & Biscuits Pet Spa1612 Waugh @ West Gray
Houston, TX
713-520-5535
Visit http://www.adoptapethouston.org for more event information, including a list of demonstrations and speakers.
Posted by phaedra at 08:53 PM
November 23, 2007
1/5 and 1/6: HOPE Cats at the Houston Cat Club's Charity Cat Show!
The Houston Cat Club's 56th Annual Charity Cat Show is coming to the George R. Brown on January 5-6. HOPE will be present with information about volunteering and adoption, and we will have cats available for adoption at the show as well. Houston Cat Club’s 56th Annual Charity Cat Show George R. Brown Convention Center Saturday and Sunday, January 5-6 For more info: http://www.houstoncatclub.com There will be plenty of vendors as well as many interesting cats to see. In addition, if you haven't ever seen it, they will be conducting Feline Agility Trials which are quite entertaining.Posted by phaedra at 10:17 AM
October 15, 2007
11/11: HOPE Dog Adoptions at My Dog and Me
Come To Meet, Greet and Adopt A Four Legged Friend Looking For A Loving Home!
Join us at My Dog and Me and Houston’s All- Breed, No-Kill Rescue Groups:
Renowned Pet Intuitive Myra Logan will be conducting mini sessions to talk to your pets!
Bring your dog to find a new playmate and check out the Agility Course and Fetch Lane and Toys! My Dog and Me was named one of Houston’s Ultimate Locations.
Get out of the Heat, Come Inside and Adopt A Dog And have some Fun!
Sunday, November 11th 1:00 to 4:00 pm
My Dog and Me
2215 Lawrence, Houston, TX 77008
713-864-3436
Posted by phaedra at 05:25 PM
September 15, 2007
9/29: Pagan Pride Day Supports HOPE!
Over the past several years, the organizers of Pagan Pride Day have selected HOPE as their charity beneficiary. They have selected us once again in 2007. This means that attendees to their event are being asked to bring donations of cash, premium pet food and pet care items to help HOPE in its mission to assist fosters in the care of homeless pets until they can be adopted to good homes. We appreciate this support. HOPE will be present during most of the event and will be passing out literature about our group. Pagan Pride Day will be celebrated at The Last Concert Cafe at 403 Nance Street from noon until midnight. Visit www.houstonpaganpride.org for more information.Posted by phaedra at 10:49 PM
September 14, 2007
HOPE Foster Dogs at Houston Dog Ranch!
Houston Dog Ranch, a beautiful doggie day care and training facility, will be hosting HOPE Foster Dogs for its Open House on 9/15 from 11 am to 3 pm. This opportunity allows some lucky HOPE foster dogs to meet people who are also interested in this high-quality facility. Visit http://www.houstondogranch.com for more information about Houston Dog Ranch. We appreciate the opportunity to come out and show off our foster dogs!Posted by phaedra at 02:28 PM
March 11, 2007
Merrill Lynch Commodities Women's Professional Network raise $2445 for HOPE
The Women's Professional Network at Merrill Lynch Commodities, Inc. in Houston organized a fund raiser for HOPE which gathered $2445 in donations from ML employees.
The event also served as a means to educate fellow employees about HOPE's mission and the advantages of adopting from an organization that foster its animals.
Pictured are members of the committee along with HOPE President Paula Cuccaro.
Posted by cwirving at 01:09 PM