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Best Friends Animal Society awarded $100,000 grant to support saving dogs’, cats’ lives in shelters across Texas

By Editor on May 18, 2021 10:43 AM Dallas, Good Cause, Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall

DALLAS — Dallas-based The Meadows Foundation has awarded national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society $100,000 to deepen its work across Texas with local animal shelters to sustain and expand no-kill practices. “Momentum for increased lifesaving and no-kill is building across Texas, but there is still so much to do—and Best Friends has proven solutions to fix this […]

Meet Fred, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Austin on March 1, 2021 1:53 PM Fate, Good Pets, Heath, McLendon-Chisholm, Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City

ROCKWALL, TX – March 1, 2021 — Meet Fred! Fred’s owner died and the neighbor brought him to the shelter. Fred is still trying to figure out what is going on. He is very sweet and loves being petted, but he needs some time to get accustomed. Fred is an indoor-only kitty with gorgeous eyes, neutered, current on vaccines, FeLV negative, and […]

Rockwall Woofstock event to offer pet-friendly fun, discounted vaccinations

By Editor on February 23, 2021 11:21 AM Fate, Good Pets, Good Times, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX – February 23, 2021 – Rockwall Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Woofstock event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 6 at Harry Myers Community Center. Enjoy live music, free pet portraits, and pet related vendors. The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection will be on site offering discounted wellness […]

Meet Nellie, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on February 8, 2021 12:01 PM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX – February 8, 2021 – Hi, my name is Nellie! I am an energetic, happy, sassy gal! They think I’m about 8-10 years old and a chi mix. I am a full-figured little girl. Aren’t I adorable?! I can be a bit shy at first, but I’ll warm up once I know you […]

Meet Honey, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on January 18, 2021 6:31 PM Fate, Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX – Jan. 18, 2021 – Honey is a simply stunning and super affectionate two-year-old Lynx Point Siamese! She is fully vetted, spayed, microchipped, Felv/Fiv negative and front declawed. This gorgeous girl won’t be around long! She is a bit timid and would prefer a home without pets. Contact Rockwall Pets at for more […]

Meet Coco Chanel, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on November 30, 2020 9:36 AM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall, Royse City

ROCKWALL, TX – November 30, 2020 – Hi, my name is Coco Chanel! I’m a fun-loving puppy, and I’m about 16 weeks old. My foster home has 2 kids (ages 5 & 6) and playing with them is so much fun! My foster home also has three other dogs, and I love playing with them, too! […]

Meet Muffins, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on October 19, 2020 1:26 PM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 19, 2020) Muffins is a very sweet, calm Calico girl who would love to have a soft lap to lay in. She is current on her vaccines, spayed, microchipped, and FeLV/FIV negative. Contact Rockwall Pets at info@rockwallpets.com for more information, or come meet her at the Rockwall Petco! Submitted by Shari Jones. […]

Meet Miles, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on October 12, 2020 9:09 AM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall, Rowlett, Royse City

ROCKWALL, TX – Oct. 12, 2020 – Smart boy here!! My name is Miles. I absolutely loves to please my people, and I know lots of tricks! I am three years old, neutered, microchipped and current on all of my vaccines. Email Rockwall Pets at info@rockwallpets.com for more information or to arrange a meeting. Submitted by […]

Meet Mr. Mokey, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on September 14, 2020 12:29 PM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall, Royse City

ROCKWALL, TX (September 14, 2020) Mr Mokey is a sweet Yorkie mix that gets along great with other dogs and loves people. He is available for adoption through Rockwall Pets and will make a wonderful addition to anyones’s home and hearts. Please email Rockwall Pets at to meet him! Submitted by Michelle Jones. Our Blue […]

Meet Chester, Blue Ribbon News Pet of the Week

By Editor on July 20, 2020 10:51 AM Good Pets, Heath, Recent Stories, Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX (July 20, 2020) Chester is a spunky puppy who is learning his big boy manners. He loves to romp around the yard with his foster siblings. Chester is working on potty training and does great in a kennel. He loves to play with his toys and would enjoy a family that will continue […]