(Rockwall) June 17, 2013 – If you’re looking to give yourself an air of calm confidence, there are numerous self-help sites on the internet that are willing to help. But you can take a shortcut by letting Mittens be your role model. She’s still young enough that she enjoys playing, but old enough that she calms down quickly. […]
(Rockwall) June 11, 2013 – I love advocating for No Kill shelters, because nearly every story has a happy ending. Beautiful dogs like Delilah, who were previously put down with nary a thought at area animal shelters, now have a chance at their own fairy tale life. But because it involved some dark days, Delilah’s […]
June 10, 2013 – Lulu, a little three-year-old terrier mix, may look shy and unassuming, but she prefers to speak for herself. “Hey you! Are you lookin’ at me? You’d better be, because I’ve been looking all over the place for you. If you take me home right now, I promise I won’t be any trouble. […]
Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week >Meet our newest contestant in our Makeover of the Month competition. Chewy got his name because he looked like Chewbacca right after he was rescued from the Dallas animal shelter. One short grooming session later, he’s a new dog. But Chewy isn’t going to let a fancy new […]
Throwaway Ponies Adoption Spotlight (ROCKWALL-May 23, 2013) Meet Misty, a sorrel quarterhorse mare. She was a lesson horse at Throwaway Ponies, but is now ready for a new and permanent home. Misty is Parelli trained. She has navicular problems and is being treated to correct it. Her adoption fee is $250. DOB: 1/1/1992 Height: […]
Welcome to the Blue Ribbon News Personals. Here’s our most recent ad: WANTED: Loving family. Easy-going gentleman seeks companionship with like-minded family. LIKES: Leisurely strolls, peaceful evenings, larger house and yard (I’m a big boy!), mutual affection, nature park outings and the occasional quiet meal (candlelight optional). DISLIKES: Noise and hubbub, self-centered people and families who don’t […]
(ROCKWALL-May 13, 2013) Scratch the surface of this adorable, friendly Japanese Chin to discover the heart of a warrior. When Rockwall Pets rescued Checkers from the Dallas animal shelter, his right eye was fully outside its socket. It was the aftermath of a vicious attack when Checkers was ambushed by angry dogs. Dr. Keith Webb at […]
(WYLIE-May 7, 2013) Equest Mini Ambassadors, Tex and Sugar, are going to the theater! As one of the recipient charities of the Saturday night Texas premier of “A Southern Exposure,” Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship will have some pint-sized ambassadors greeting and thanking guests for their support. Tex and Sugar, two miniature horses, are getting used to […]
(ROCKWALL-May 7, 2013) Cheyenne has everything going for her. She’s a three-ear-old Akita who’s gorgeous, charming and mild-mannered. She’s a big girl – she weighs over 75 pounds – but Cheyenne is a gentle giant. She’s everything a great dog should be. Except one thing. She was apparently hit by a car and suffered substantial […]
(ROCKWALL-May 2, 2013) Throwaway Ponies, a horse rescue and rehabilitation organization with locations in Rockwall and Farmersville, will host its annual “Play for Hay” Golf Tournament at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 5 at Buffalo Creek Golf Course. The cost is $100 per player, which includes fees, lunch, cart and range balls. Sign-in and practice begins at […]