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Continue reading →: The Language of Boundaries
You may have noticed that our blog took a smidgen of a hiatus – for a few reasons. One, our blogger went on vacation and two, our blogger had no idea what to write about next. Hey there. I’m the blogger. My name is Jami. Not only am I the…
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Continue reading →: Next Stop: Forever Home — Fostering for Transport
When it comes to saving the lives of dogs and cats across the nation, teamwork and equitable partnerships are essential—and fostering for transport is one of the most impactful ways you can help. If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference for a shelter dog but can’t commit long-term, this…
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Continue reading →: The Bark Side: Dealing with Your Dog’s Need for Attention
If your dog likes to talk—even when you haven’t had enough coffee to join the conversation—chances are, they’re just trying to get your attention. Attention-seeking behavior is common, and often misunderstood. Whether your dog resorts to barking, pawing, nudging, or dramatic sighs to get noticed, these behaviors usually stem from…
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Continue reading →: Day Dates & Sleepovers: Short-Term Fostering That Makes a Big Impact
While the majority of staff members at the SPCA of Brazoria County own at least one pet (or two or three or…well, you get the picture!), we understand that long-term animal ownership isn’t for every lifestyle. And you know what? That’s okay. If that applies to you but you still…
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Continue reading →: Too Young to Survive: When Kittens Need a Lifeline
Each spring, animal shelters across the country brace for what we call “kitten season”—a wave of tiny, fragile lives pouring in through shelter doors. And in the South, this season lasts for well over half the year. While kittens may be adorable, their reality in shelters is often heartbreaking. More…
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Continue reading →: Healing at Home: The Vital Role of Medical Fosters in Dog Rescue
We believe that every dog deserves the chance to heal in comfort, safety, and love. While our shelter provides essential medical care and support, some dogs need more than just veterinary treatment—they need a home. That’s where medical fosters come in. Medical fostering is a unique and deeply impactful form…
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Continue reading →: Hurricane Season Is Here: Evacuate Responsibly — Don’t Leave Pets Behind
Hurricane season is here. Read today’s blog post for tips on how to safely evacuate with your entire family – the furry family members, too.
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Continue reading →: Tiny Paws, Big Responsibility: Fostering Moms and Babies
When a pregnant dog or a mother with puppies arrives at a shelter, one thing becomes clear right away: the shelter is no place to raise a family. The noise, stress, and exposure to illness can put vulnerable moms and newborns at risk. That’s where you come in. Fostering a…
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Continue reading →: We Can’t Do It Alone: Why No-Kill Takes a Village
At the SPCA of Brazoria County, we proudly operate as a no-kill shelter—a promise to never euthanize animals to make space, and to give every healthy and treatable pet the time, care, and opportunity they deserve to find a loving home. But we need you to know something: no-kill doesn’t…
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Continue reading →: The Power of Fostering: A Lifeline for Shelter Pets
Each year, approximately 7.6 million animals enter shelters across the U.S. Behind each of those animals is a story—a lost companion, an unexpected litter, an owner who could no longer care for them. For many of these pets, the shelter should be a temporary stop on their way to their…
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Welcome to the SPCA of Brazoria County Blog! We hope you’ll visit often, as this is where you’ll learn about all the SPCA BC is doing to help the people and the animals of our community.
Some of the things you can expect: educational posts about the shelter, the foster and adoption processes, pet ownership; ongoing events at the shelter; and testimonials from adopters who’ve found their forever friends.
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