The Humane Society of Flower Mound is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a respectful, responsible, and compassionate relationship between animals and people. We work to help animals in need in Flower Mound and the Denton County area.
Tornados in Oklahoma
We know everyone is anxious to assist with the tragic events today in Oklahoma. We are waiting to hear which agencies will take the lead in animal rescue efforts and will pass along that information and what their needs are as soon as we have it. Please note that "supplies" are usually not useful and often hinder efforts so we will hold off on collecting donated items until and unless we hear that something specific is needed.
In nearly all disasters, the two main needs are financial donations and space to hold strays while they try to reunite them with their families. HSFM has committed to taking 10-14 puppies at this time from Central Oklahoma Humane Society (http://www.okhumane.org) in OKC, who took in over 30 stray dogs Monday night alone. These dogs will be available for adoption or transported to our partners at Helping Hounds Dog Rescue (http://www.helpinghoundscny.org) over the coming weeks through our Love on Wheels (http://www.hsfm.org/home/how_to_help/LoveOnWheels.aspx) program.
We can only help as many dogs as we have fosters for. Every spot we open up there could be space for a dog whose family is looking for him or her! If you want to help in that effort, please download and complete the foster form and indemnity release and email them to us at wheels@hsfm.org so that we can start the approval process. YOUR OWN ANIMALS MUST BE UP-TO-DATE ON VACCINATIONS IN ORDER TO FOSTER. Please be sure to include the name and number of the veterinarian who can confirm your pets' vaccination history.
These dogs have been temperament tested, are dog friendly, not pit bulls, and not senior dogs. Most will be puppies from 8 weeks to 4-5 months. If you can open your home to one of these dogs for approximately 3-4 weeks, please email us at wheels@hsfm.org as soon as possible. We will be headed to OKC Wednesday morning to pick up dogs and will need foster homes committed before we leave.
Our thoughts are with our neighbors to the north as well as our friends Bob Deeds and Vickie Taylor, who have deployed with their search dogs to OKC. Please stay safe everyone, and get those disaster kits (http://www.redcross.org/prepare/location/home-family/pets) ready. Storm season isn't over.
FUNdraising Events for HSFM!
With the weather getting a little nicer, we have more events coming your way! Read below about upcoming events!
These events are a chance to raise a LOT of money to help the animals
While the events for May have passed, there is still time to help out the animals while having a blast and available anytime is Flamingo Flocking!
Anytime - Flamingo Flocking
Flamingo Flocking is underway and the flock may land in your yard! Starting at $25, you can have a flock of plastic flamingos set up in an unsuspecting friend's yard for their birthday, graduation, anniversary or Mother's Day! Email flamingos@hsfm.org or call the Flamingo Hotline at (972) 874-0807 for more information. You can submit your order by completing the order form.
With all our our fundraising events, we always need lots of volunteers! If you haven't participated in any events, or have been busy lately and are ready to get involved again, we need you! Respond today and spread the word about our fundraisers to your friends!
Love on Wheels is on a Roll!
Read more about this amazing program that will transform the lives of hundreds of dogs in DFW!
Pawsitively Polite Dog Manners Class
Leash pulling? Housebreaking? Separation Anxiety?
Don't despair--your dog can be helped!
No long-term commitment; come as often as you like!
Positive Training to help you and your dog live in harmony
$10 donation per session - All proceeds benefit HSFM
Class size limited to 10 dogs per night - Register to reserve your spot!
For information: 972-691-7387, Option 3 or email ms.manners@hsfm.org
Topics covered: Loose leash walking, jumping up, greeting strangers and other dogs, self-control, recall, and more. Trainers will also be available for consultation on issues such as housetraining, and separation anxiety.
The rules: Proof of rabies, distemper, and bordetella vaccine required. Dogs must be dog-friendly and wear a flat collar or harness - NO choke chains or pinch collars. Please bring a 4' or 6' leash, soft chewy treats your dog likes, and do NOT feed your dog before class.
The Location:
P.A.W.S. Club K9 (map)
1901 Long Prairie Rd. #220
Flower Mound, TX 75022
New students, please arrive 15 minutes early to register.
This course is generously taught by volunteer trainers. If you are a positive trainer and would like to join our "teaching staff," please email ms.manners@hsfm.org!
Upcoming Events
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May 22, 2013 07:00 PM
May 22, 2013 07:45 PM
Find out how you can help the Humane Society of Flower Mound! This 45 minute orientation that starts at 7:00 p.m. and ends at 7:45 p.m. provides you an overview of our history, accomplishments and detailed information on the various activities you can get involved in.
We have many volunteer opportunities from hands-on with animals to needing assistance with our general operations. Come learn more about how you can make a difference! Minimum age requirements while working with animals are as follows:
- TLC - Tender Loving Care (care of animals who are not yet in foster homes): 12-17 yrs old with a parent; 18 yrs old without a parent
- LAP - Luv A Pet (care for cats staying at PetSmart): 16 yrs old with a parent; 17 yrs old without a parent
- AAPurr - Adopt A Purr (cat adoption events held the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at PetSmart): 16 yrs old with a parent; 17 yrs old without a parent
- AAP - Adopt a Pet (dog adoption events held the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at PetSmart): 16 yrs old with a parent; 17 yrs old without a parent
If you are under 18 years old, a parent will be required to sign paperwork before you can volunteer. We encourage parents to attend, as parents are required to participate in any volunteer efforts that involve animal handling.
Street: 4150 Kirkpatrick Ln
City: Flower Mound
Country: USA
State: Texas
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May 25, 2013 10:00 AM
May 25, 2013 03:00 PM
It's Adopt-a-Pet Saturday!!! Thinking about adding a new four-legged family
member: Come out to the PetSmart in Flower Mound and see the wonderful dogs we
have available for adoption! To make the adoption process even easier, if you
see one of our great dogs on our website that you think would be the perfect
addition, just fill out the online application and an adoption counselor will
get in touch with you to discuss all the options available to you.
Street: 6060Long Prairie Rd.
City: Flower Mound
Country: USA
State: Texas
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