Did you know. . .

that it's illegal to sell animals on Houston's street, parking lots, roadways, and flea markets? It is! Report sellers to BARC by calling 311.

If it's hot outside, it's very hot inside your car! Don't leave your pets in your car!

Come on people, fix your pit bulls!

Pit bulls and pit bull mixes are the most euthanized breed at Houston's BARC animal shelter and at shelters around the state and country. Yet we still encounter residents who want to breed their pit bull because of the mistaken belief they will be able to sell the puppies. It's much more likely the puppies will be euthanized or end up on the streets, not sold to others.

Please help us educate others that breeding and selling puppies is a bad idea. It contributes to overpopulation and unless you are a licensed breeder, it is illegal and will be reported to the authorities.

Barrio Watchdog "Violation" Door Hanger

We use these English & Spanish door hangers in the community when we spot violations of certain laws involving animals. We leave the door hanger with the resident, sometimes on the door or fence. While we have no authority to enforce these laws, we hope that by informing the owners, they will do the right thing and correct their actions.

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Interesting Look at Animal Cruelty and Overpopulation in Mexico from Outside Magazine Online

Outside Magazine Online recently published an article painting an in-depth picture of the treatment of stray dogs in Mexico and the work that a few people with big hearts are doing to try to make a difference.  Even in Mexico, there is a big push for the sterilization of animals in order to get to the root cause of their animal overpopulation.  The same groups are also calling for increased animal cruelty legislation and enforcement.

Read the full article here:  Outside Magazine, "Mom, There's a Dog Stapled to That Tree"

Be Your Own Hero

Educate, Empower, Transform.  The Barrio Dogs slogan consists of our 3 part mission to change the reality for many animals in the East End.  Our "Be Your Own Hero" initiative empowers community members to stop asking why someone doesn't do something about the problem and realize that they are someone who can make a difference. 

Last week, KHOU released a story about a woman who took a stand for a dog who had been shot.  The Needville resident had the dog vetted and nursed him back to health and eventually found the dog a forever home.  See the whole story here:  Inspiring Storyon KHOU

Many shelters and rescue groups are over capacity at this time of year as pets are abandoned while their owners go away for the holidays and many more pets who were given as gifts are dumped after the excitement of their arrival wears off.  In these cold, rainy months consider being the biggest hero to a stray animal by rescuing, adopting, fostering or donating.  If you find a lost or stray dog, the information here is a great resource on how to Be Your Own Hero.

Found a lost or stray dog? This information may help.

This information is formatted for 8 1/2 x 11 paper so feel free to print. If you would like a pdf of this image, send an email to lynn@barriodogs.org.

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No Chains in our Community!

We've updated our poster and encourage everyone to distribute it as needed; please feel free to print; it's printable on 8 1/2 x 11 paper.