Diane Aaron Dog lovers will gather Wednesday, November 8 for a unique fundraiser Spuds for Our Buds. The first of its kind event will raise funds for the SaddleBrooke Dog Park. Everyone is invited to a fun evening of friendship and camaraderie in support of the SaddleBrooke Dog Park Association and its never-ending goal to…
Diane Y. Aaron Educated owners make for great dogs and that’s why SaddleBrooke dog owners are invited to hear a special speaker slated for October 19 at 4:30 p.m. in the north Coyote Room of the HOA1 Clubhouse. “The SaddleBrooke Dog Park board decided to start a Speakers Series with Dog Behavior Experts coming to…
Check our new Pet Rescue Boutique at the “I Don’t Want It” Sale Our Pima Animal Care Center volunteers – Wags & Walkers – are long time participants at the sale. But this year they have a special space to highlight fashion items like jewelry, scarves, purses and lovely sterling silver pieces. Check out the…
Leslie Rocco Got unwanted gifts that need a good home? Give them a second chance at love and help Tucson’s homeless pets! SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network seeks raffle items for upcoming events to raise money for homeless pets’ vet bills. Sporting goods, gift cards, costume jewelry, clothing accessories, household goods—you may not want it but…
(Family Features) Furry friends can play a significant role in pet owners’ lives. The old saying goes, “dogs are man’s best friend,” and research shows they may be more than that. In fact, they just might be the key to keeping seniors active. Those who find the responsibility of caring for an animal daunting may…
Leslie Rocco Patsy’s mom didn’t plan for her future, so when she went to a personal care home, Patsy went to rescue. She’s 11 pounds of sweetness and 12 years young. Patsy is healthy, and chihuahuas are known for their long lifespans. You only need to look into her eyes to know she’s a good…
Payoff vet debt campaign raised 30k in 30 days Thanks to generous SaddleBrooke pet lovers, the SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network offered a $15,000 $1 “fur” $1 match if Tucson residents would donate the same. We had great media coverage in both television and newspaper but social media was the big winner. And when donations started…
Donations are being collected now for the October “I Don’t Want It” sale! It’s the perfect opportunity to clear the clutter and pass along unused items. Turn gently used household items, pet products and small furniture into lifesaving donations for homeless pets. All proceeds benefit Pima County Animal Care Center (PACC), Tucson’s largest shelter who…
Buttons and Lucille were brought to the shelter to be euthanized. The owner said they weren’t well. The shelter gave needed medical treatment but Buttons screamed when touched and they sat in a cold kennel for three weeks. The shelter put the girls on the short term rescue list—that meant if a rescue group doesn’t…
Leslie Rocco Gigantic strides are being made to reduce euthanasia at Tucson’s animal shelter. Unsung heroes in this battle are pet rescue groups who annually take in many hundreds of sick, injured and behavioral pets. Rescue groups give the homeless a second chance at love but the cost of these life-saving efforts is staggering. As…