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Zoey

We recently received an update from Patricia who had adopted Zoey from us last year.   Here is what she had to say:

“I was fortunate enough to adopt an amazing Dane named Zoey.  I’ve been a dog owner all my life but she is, by far, the best I’ve ever had.  I hate calling her a dog, because to me, she’s my child.  She has adapted to me like we’ve been together all our lives and she’s adapted to our house like she was born in it.  I couldn’t be happier with my Zoe!  She is so incredibly intelligent, and although I would love to be able to take credit for her good manners, I can’t.  I was lucky enough that she came to me that way.  I get stopped daily when I walk her.  I’ve had people go through the neighborhood to come back around just so they can get out of their cars and pet her.  I find it hilarious and Zoey loves the attention.  Every time something like that happens, it makes me feel so grateful that she’s mine and I’m hers.  We are best friends and just like she knows she can count on me, I know I can count on her.  Thank you to Sharon (her foster mom), Stacey and GDRST.   Zoey and I are two peas in a pod!”

It always makes our hearts warm to hear how the dogs that we have known and loved are doing.  Thanks Patricia for your update!

6th Annual Spring Bark sponsored by The Woodlands Dog Park Club

Location: Northshore Park, 2505 Lake Woodlands Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380

Date: 04/17/2010

Time: 9 am – 2 pm

Description: The following are some of the fun events planned: Canine agility and frisbee demonstrations, Canine Good Citizenship classes, various pet contests, silent auction, local rescue groups and their adoptable animals, and pet microchipping.

Don’t miss out on this fun event!

Link: Spring Bark!!!

Easter Egg Hunt for Mutz

Easter Egg Hunt for Mutz benefiting Second Chance Pets

Location: Meador Park, 2100 Meyer Rd., Seabrook, TX 77586

Date: 03/28/2010

Time: 1 pm – 4 pm

Fee: $25/dog

Description: Easter Parade- Dogs show off there Easter bonnets.

Win Prizes for the most outstanding Easter outfits.

Easter Bunny Pictures With Dogs (DONATIONS ACCEPTED).

Fee includes doggie games, FREE Easter basket, T-shirt (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) & 1 Hot dog (Food/Soft drinks a available for purchase).

Dogs MUST be on leash

No dogs allowed who are aggressive or in heat.

*GDRST will not have a booth at this event but many of our Board Members & Volunteers will be on hand supporting this event.

Link: Second Chance Pets

29th Annual Wizard of Pawz Fun Run & Walk benefiting Houston Humane Society

Location: Same Houston Park, 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002

Date: 03/28/2010

Time: 10 am

Description: Calling all four-legged family members and their human companions.  Join us for the 1-mile competitive run or the relaxed 1-mile non competitive jog & walk.  Followed by a fun filled post-race party, dress to impress and compete in our doggie costume contest, join the Alumni Parade if your dog was adopted from HHS, or simply enjoy refreshments, a multitude of pet friendly vendors and activities for the whole family.

Link: Wizard of Pawz

Pearland’s Paws in the Park

Location: Independence Park, 3919 Liberty Dr., Pearland, TX 77581

Date: 03/27/2010

Time: 10 am – 4 pm

Description: Come Join us for the weekend – no pet required!  We will kick things off on Saturday morning with the HEB Plus! Pet and Owner Fun Run followed by the national “Dock Diving” competition presented by Meadowlake Pet Resort.

In addition to the Dock Diving competition, Paws in the Parks will host teams from across the nation competing in the US Dog Disc Nationals and Lure Coursing. There are several demonstrations planned throughout the weekend including Flyball, Agility, Hunting Poodles, Obedience, and Grooming. Vendors are also on hand selling pet novelty items, giveaways and discounts.

GDRST will have a booth as well as some of the dogs from our program.  It’s a fun day for the whole family.

Link: Paws in the Park

Bark-a-que 2010 benefiting the Great Dane Rescue of Southeast Texas

Location: Bill Archer Dog Park, 3201 Hwy 6 N, Houston, TX 77084

Date: 04/10/2010

Time: 11 am

Description: It’s that time again for the Great Dane Bark-a-Que!

It will be a wonderful time to socialize with other Great Dane owners, have some great food, and raise some money for some Great Danes in need through GDRST! Doesn’t get much better than that!

We will have a grill set up in the parking lot to cook and you can buy a plate of lunch and a t-shirt! All proceeds will benefit GDRST.

Bark-a-que

Walk for Compassion with Companions

Location: Sylvan Rodriguez Park, 1201 Clear Lake City Blvd, Houston, TX 77062

Date: 03/06/2010

Time: 10 am – 1 pm

Description: Charity event benefiting Hospice Compassus Foundation.  GDRST will not have a booth at this event but many of us will be on hand participating and showing our support.

Link: Walk for Compassion

HSPCA Mutt Strut and Runway Race

Location: George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Date: 03/06/2010

Time: 6 am – 12 pm

Description: This life-saving event raises much needed funds to help the Houston SPCA care for Houston’s homeless, neglected and abused animals.  Fetch your sneakers and your furry friend for the 2010 Houston SPCA Mutt Strut and Runway Race presented by Houston Airport System and sponsored by VCA Animal Hospitals.  This is your opportunity to strut your stuff with your mutt on the runway.  GDRST will not have a booth at this event but many of us will be participating with our personal dogs to show our support.

Link: Houston SPCA

Pampered Pooches Event benefiting FRIENDS of the League City Animal Shelter

Location: Corner Stone Center  2047 West Main St, League City, TX 77573

Date: 02/27/2010

Time: 10 am – 5 pm

Description: The entire inventory of a pet boutique is being moved to this location for the two day sale event.  GDRST will have a booth at this event on Saturday as well as some of the dogs that are currently in the program.  Grab your “furkid” and come join us for a shopping filled day.

Link: http://www.leaguecity.com/CurrentEvents.aspx?EID=746

Video: Informational Video

The 12th Annual Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Mardi Gras Parade

Location: Registration is at 26th & Seawall; parade is 27th to 46th St.

Date: 02/14/2010

Time: Registration starts at 11 am with the parade starting at 1 pm.

Description: This event is sponsored by the Galveston Island Humane Society.  Pets and their humans are encouraged to wear their Mardi Gras finest – or any fun outfits that make them feel good.  A costume contest is planned prior to the parade and winners will be announced at the conclusion.  This is a fun event for the whole family.  We will not have a booth at this event but several of our volunteers will be on hand participating in the parade.  Hope to see you there!

Link: Mardi Gras Parade