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Siemens Energy employees nominated local charitable organizations to have the opportunity to receive donations of up to $10k each

Locals can also look for a fierce and fabulous party for our furry friends, plus a local rap legend takes the mic on Thursday night.

PetSet's Virtual Gala Brings Plenty of Real Fun

The upstairs patio at The Annie Café & Bar was “Fierce & Fabulous” this past Friday, as Houston PetSet founders Tena Lundquist Faust and twin sister Tama Lundquist hosted a small invitation-only “watch party” on the patio of one of Houston’s most celebrated restaurants.

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Stylish and animal-loving Houstonians recently gathered on The Annie Café & Bar’s patio for Houston PetSet’s Fierce & Fabulous Soiree’s watch party.

A busload of homeless dogs from Houston PetSet in Texas drove up to Babinski Foundation in hopes of giving the pups a better shot at a forever home.

Houston PetSet Helping Transport Tomorrow

Houston PetSet Transports Animals from Harris County Pets and Montgomery County Animal Shelter

Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve learned bout strategic partnership so you can create great collaborations of your own

Some Houston-area furry friends threatened by Hurricane Laura have a new lease on life, thanks to a local nonprofit.

DMV-based rescue organization Lucky Dog has been involved in animal emergency rescues since 2017.

Around 130 dogs and cats are being relocated from flood-prone areas of Texas to six Virginia shelters and rescues.

Hurricane Laura is expected to displace hundreds of animals across Houston and Galveston over the next couple of days.

The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.

More than 130 dogs and cats evacuated from the path of Hurricane Laura arrived in Central Virginia on Wednesday afternoon.

Houston PetSet & Petco Foundation have partnered to save lives as storm quickly approaches

As Hurricane Laura draws closer to the Gulf Coast and the Greater Houston area, Houston PetSet, a local 501c3, has partnered with Petco Foundation to coordinate an airplane transport

Houston PetSet has partnered with Austin Pets Alive and the Corinne T. Smith Animal Center (Brownwood, TX) to evacuate animals from Port Arthur Animal Control.

Through this collaborative transport, Houston PetSet and the Petco Foundation have guaranteed that these animals’ lives will be saved

200 cats and dogs to fly to receiving groups on the east coast

KRBE's Freddy Cruz sits down with Houston PetSet Co-Presidents Tena and Tama to discuss the organization's mission

Jill Archibald with Houston PetSet is committed to finding solutions to end Houston's homelessness and suffering of companion animals.

“Houston PetSet has always focused on keeping people with their pets,” Tama Lundquist, Co-President of Houston PetSet said in a news release. “Hosting this event with BMW of West Houston allows us to collect valuable pet food donations, which we can then distribute to the owners and pets in need.”

Canned food, unopened dry food and cat litter needed for pet owners facing difficult times

In a recent survey more than half of Houston-area pet owners say they need animal welfare services and pet food.

BMW of West Houston, Houston PetSet Collect More Than 400 lb. of Pet Food at Donation Drive

The dealership & nonprofit organization will provide support to hundreds of pets in need

BMW of West Houston teamed up with Houston PetSet to host a pet food drive

FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace speaks with area experts who say they city's stray problem might be to blame.

Domestic abuse victims are at higher risk during quarantine, and some experts worry that the pets they stay behind with to protect may also be at increased risk.

Domestic abuse victims are at higher risk during quarantine, and some experts worry that the pets they stay behind with to protect may also be at increased risk.

There's no doubt COVID-19 is causing more domestic violence than ever before.

Houston PetSet Launches Pet Protect Program

People abuse animals and Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, animal cruelty has not taken a break.

Learning More About Houston PetSet's Efforts During COVID-19

Reports across the country reflect an increase in domestic violence, which experts blame on isolation, stress, and anxiety.

Houston PetSet, a Houston-area nonprofit, has launched a pet boarding initiative for survivors of domestic violence at Westbury Animal Hospital, at 4917 S. Willow Drive, Houston, the nonprofit announced May 20.

Houston nonprofit PetSet has launched Pet Protect, a free pet boarding initiative for survivors of domestic violence. The initiative aims to create an opportunity for individuals to flee dangerous environments safely without having to leave behind their pets.

Reports of domestic violence and animal cruelty increased during the COVID-19 stay-at-home order.

Matt Bryant, owner of Houston Dog Ranch, noticed that a troubling dynamic was developing in the early days of COVID-19’s countywide stay-home order: Reports of domestic violence and animal cruelty had gone through the roof.

People suffering in this pandemic can speak up and get help, but unfortunately, that's not so for the four-legged voiceless.

Houston PetSet Launches Takeout & Take Me Home Campaign

Houston PetSet and Laurel's House mobile unit treating pets with minor and major ailments as well as performing urgent surgeries.

Two non-profits offer free mobile veterinary care for residents financially struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Houston PetSet Funds Emergency Veterinary Services

In a joint effort led by the Fort Bend County Constables Office for Precinct 3’s animal cruelty investigator, 227 animals were seized from a home in the 2000 block of Saddlehorn Trail in Katy, just south of Katy Mills, Fort Bend officials said.

Newsmax Interviews Tena Lundquist Faust

Echo Lane Animal Clinic has been working closely with the Pasadena Animal Shelter and Houston PetSet

In 2019, the task force says it investigated 4,315 animal cruelty cases involving 10,649 animals. 174 criminal charges were filed.

Call 713-222-TIPS if you have information about any of these wanted individuals.

McCullers Helps Dogs and Cats

With the pressure of bills and the looming holiday season, some Houstonians are forced to make hard decisions regarding their pets. For many, that means not vaccinating, spaying or neutering, or chipping their animals, which can be a costly affair for those on a tight budget.

BARC Animal Shelter is hosting several upcoming events to help provide pandemic relief for Houston-area pet owners.

Houston PetSet and BARC team up to provide services for pets

Thus far, 2020 has been a pretty ugly affair for nearly everyone. Shuttered businesses. Lost jobs. The solitude of working from home.

Even a global pandemic could not stop animal lovers’ kindness, as they rallied around a hybrid format of fundraising.

Los amantes de los animales de Houston y de todo el país se conectaron a la primera Soiree Virtual Fierce & Fabulous, organizada por Deborah Duncan y Johnny Bravo Holloway de Great Day Houston.

FOX 26's Randy Wallace has more on a state commission who is deciding if breeder licensing program should remain or not.

Becky Best is the community relations and grant manager for Houston PetSet, an organization that advocates for the safety of animals.

Several people can be heard laughing while a Houston woman kicks a cowering dog. You can also hear the dog whimper and cry while she beats it.

Houston PetSet Transports Animals to Safety with Foundation's Help

Partnership with Houston PetSet Continues in 2020

Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist are co-presidents of Houston PetSet.

From Sports Celeb Bashes to Beyond Glamorous Nights

Astros Pitcher to be Honored for Animal Welfare Contributions

Astro Gives His Time to a Good Cause

A Different Playing Field With Life and Death Stakes

The “Fierce and Fabulous Soiree” honored Kara and Lance McCullers this year and raised more than $440,000 for animal welfare efforts around the city.

Houston PetSet’s 15th Annual Fierce & Fabulous Soirée attracts many of the city’s animal lovers

All proceeds from this adorable event will benefit Houston PetSet, and who knows? You might leave with a full heart in addition to a full belly.

The evening featured candidates for Houston Mayor, and Council Member candidates for Districts D and H

Animal shelters across our area are experiencing overcrowding and, on Friday, they'll likely get more animals.

Local Animal Shelters Overcrowded with Surrendered Cats and Dogs

Inside The Bellemore's Stunning Luxury Wonderland

In this week's HTownTails, we're talking about second chances.

Fierce & Fabulous at The Bellemore

A bill moving through the house could save the lives of dogs

The new bill defines what "adequate shelter" is and requires tethered dogs have access to clean water and food.

Bill Would Regulate Dog Tethers in Texas

Hurting Dogs Find Their Forever Home

Enjoy a stylish evening for the animals with Houston PetSet.

Recognizing the work of Tena Lundquist Faust, Tama Lundquist and Houston PetSet

Too many people treat pet adoption like a one-night stand.

For the second survey in a row, the UTHealth School of Public Health's "Health of Houston Survey" reported that stray animals were the top concern of respondents, outranking crime among other issues.

Stray animals outranked crime, drinking water, and dumping waste as far as importance to Houstonians.

2018 UT Health of Houston Survey Finds Stray Animals Top Concern Among Respondents

Hoping to give back ahead of Thanksgiving, McCullers approached Big Brothers Big Sisters about lining up families who otherwise might not afford the single biggest expense on the traditional Thanksgiving dinner table: the turkey.

"Lunch with Lela" Benefiting Houston PetSet

Roman McConn wanted to partner with Houston PetSet, an animal advocacy group, after seeing a viral video of a dog owner dragging his pets into the Harris County shelter.

Animal nonprofits in Houston work daily rescuing, fostering, spaying, neutering, and adopting tens of thousands of the city’s animals to prevent them from being euthanized.

The 15th Annual Fierce & Fabulous Soiree

Neighbors who foster pups

Tama Lundquist and Sergeant Charles Jantzen speak about how to report abuse

Since its start 7 months ago, 2,757 cases of animal abuse or neglect have been reported

Since Harris County Animal Cruelty Taskforce's start 7 months ago 2,757 cases of animal abuse or neglect have been reported

The Harris County Animal Cruelty Taskforce members announced the number of animal cruelty-related reports and investigations

Partygoers packed the Post Oak Hotel's glowing ballroom as they enjoyed dinner and an exciting auction

The weather is starting to cooperate and it's not horrifically hot outside, which can only mean one thing, Houston society season is back in action.

Princess Tatiana Galitzine Sierra, Sue and Lester Smith and more fete animal rescue organization's annual fundraiser Uptown

A Princess and The Twins Step Up for Pups

Party fur a good cause at Houston PetSet's Fierce & Fabulous Soiree

Animals will be transported to other rescue partners across the country from there

A new program driven by a partnership is hoping to find forever homes for animals in Houston and Harris County shelters that are overcrowded.

Some local pets in an overcrowded animal shelter are getting a new home until they can be adopted.

More than 60 dogs and cats were transported from Harris County to Tulsa, Oklahoma

Animal lovers join Houston PetSet at annual Soiree

Stray dogs and cats Public Enemy No. 1 across Houston [Editorial]

A bittersweet sendoff: Rescue groups send 90 animals to new homes

18 Houston charities making a difference for local animals in need

Frances Moody's favorite things in Galveston and beyond

Builder-designer show house raises money for Houston PetSet

Houston's most eligible singles meet and mingle at adorable pup-up shop

90 cats and dogs arrive in Minneapolis to find forever homems

Helping local strays find hope for a family

Overloaded animal shelter ships 88 Harvey-rescued pets out of state

Overloaded animal shelter ships 88 Harvey-rescued pets out of state

55 dogs from overcrowded Montgomery County shelter transferred to Michigan

50 dogs removed from overcrowded Montgomery County animal shelter

Montgomery County Animal Shelter sends dogs to Michigan for adoption

50 dogs leave Montgomery County for Snow Country

Pet Fashion Show Raises More Than $100,000 for Animals in Need

Animal abuse task force, hotline, website launched in Harris County

Welfare groups help shelter animals during cold winter

PetSet Gifting: Houston PetSet celebrates a record year of giving to local non profits

The evening honored Susan and Dan Boggio

Houston PetSet and the Lance McCullers Jr. Foundation Send Animals to Homes in Minnesota

According to a Rice Kinder Houston Area survey in 2018, more than one in four Houston residents said that stray animals in their neighborhood were a very serious problem.

It’s amazing what can be done when people work together

Service Matches Dogs with Owners Based on Personality

Houston PetSet supporters showed up for the organization's 14th annual Fierce & Fabulous Soiree

Annual Fierce & Fabulous PetSet Gala Sets Records

Flying to East Coast from Harris County Shelter

The public is being asked to help identify a suspect

Over 400 guests attended the 14th annual Fierce & Fabulous Houston Soiree

Cats ride Rescue Express to better future

Local advocates, lawmakers to be honored for strengthening animal cruelty laws

Houstonians build and distribute free freeze shelters for at-risk pets

Houston Huts 4 Mutts aims to build dog homes for low-income pet-owners

Local animal rescue groups build 120 dog house to keep pets, strays warm during winter

NRG pet pavilion hopes to reunite owners, animals

Pets Sent to West Coast After Overcrowding from Harvey

NRG is Sheltering Pets that were Displaced in Harvey's Wake

Meet the 2017 Class of Houston "It" Girls

Young Professionals Party to Help Homeless Animals

Harris County Animal Shelter Expands Clinic Services

Harris County ramping up animal welfare initiatives

Rice University, Houston PetSet Partner on Animal Welfare Study

PetSet Hugs & Kisses Party

Houston Young Professionals Get Sky High for Pooches

Rescued pets arrive in Minnesota from Houston

Rescued After Harvey, Homeless Animals Make Way to Minnesota for Adoption

Plight of Homeless Animals in Houston Addressed by Some of the City’s Biggest Stars

What If It Were My Family?

Rhonda Barron Animal advocate works with foster care programs to ensure that dogs get the care they need to thrive in new homes

Last of Hurricane Harvey pets headed to East Coast

Astros pitcher's foundation helping send homeless pets to new homes in CA

A Reality TV Star, a Celebrity Dog and a Local TV Host Join Forces in Houston to Help Animals in Need

Ladies swoon, greenbacks flow as Prince Lorenzo Borghese leads PetSet to gala windfall