National Teddy Bear Day

National Teddy Bears Day takes place in the United States on November 14th

National American Teddy Bear Day

Happy Birthday

November 14 marks National American Teddy Bear Day, when we celebrate the flurry, furry, cute stuffed animals that delight us as children, and continue to hold our hearts when we grow up.

Since 1902, teddy bears have remained an extremely popular gift for children (and sweethearts). A couple of the world;’s most famous teddy bears are Winnie the Pooh and Paddington Bear.

The Teddy Bear Cops program provides the stuffed animals to police, other emergency responders, and firefighters to give kids during crises. Other charities collect donations of new teddy bears to give to children with cancer, patients in the hospital, and other worthy causes.

A teddy bear is a faithful friend,
You can pick him up at either end.
His fur is the colour of breakfast toast,
And he’s always there when you need him most.
—–Anonymous

Vehicle Temperature for Pets

Be Kind to Animals Month

May is Be Kind To Animals Month!

 Pet owners should always be kind to their animals, but during the month of May we at the Houston SPCA are asking you to put in a little extra effort to show your friend some love. Studies strongly suggest that our pets are aware of just about everything that goes on around them, including the amount of love you express to them.

Just like people, animals appreciate getting some special treatment and extra attention every now and then, and it's up to you to give it to them! "How can I do that?", you might ask. Don't worry, we have the answers!

Six easy and inexpensive ways to pamper your pet:

1. Strike a pose. Grab your camera and snap some memorable photos of your pet, or even side by side with them.

2. Nap time. Does your pet consider sleeping a sport? Does your cat love to sun bathe by a certain window? Put a bed there!

3. Trick and treat. Take the time to teach your pet a new trick, and be sure to reward them with a special treat at the end.

4. Get up, get active. Stir up your cat with a new toy, or take your dog to the local park to stretch their legs!

5. Keep it cool. If your pet stays outside, provide them with a shady area where they can rest in comfort when it's just too hot.

6. Hands on. Find a comfortable spot such as a bed or couch and give your pet a full body massage. Be gentle!

There you have it. Six simple ways to show your pet just how much you love them! So try these out, and please make sure to tell all your friends that May is Be Kind to Animals Month!

Horse Racing Information

 


Here is the information about Horse Race.

Kentucky Derby
Louisville, Kentucky
Meet first Saturday in May
Churchill Downs
Official Flower – Red Roses
Official Drink – Mint Julep


Preakness
Baltimore, Maryland
Meet two weeks after first Saturday in May
Pimclico
Official Flower - Black-Eyed Susan
Official Drink - Black-Eyed Susan Recipe


Belmont Stakes
Elmont, New York
Meet first Saturday in June
Belmont Park
Official Flower – White Carnation
Official Drink – Belmont Breeze


Triple Crown Winners:

5 May 1973 - Secretariat won the Kentucky Derby, the first of its Triple Crown victories.

7 May 1977 - Seattle Slew won the Kentucky Derby, the first of his Triple Crown victories (On this date in 2002, Seattle Slew died.)

National Volunteer Month

The Joy of Giving

Donate your unwanted items to help you to clear up your clutter and make a room for something new. Giving away the toys or clothes feels just as good as receiving them.


Local Community Organizations and Charities frequently in need of Donations:


Churches –Anything and Everything!
Camp – Sporting goods and fishing equipments
Drama departments – Vintage clothing, old costumes, formal wear
Food shelves and soup kitchens – Canned goods and other non-perishable food items
Historical societies – Antique photographs, journals, postcards
Homeless Shelters – Toiletries
Hospitals and clinics – Current magazines
Libraries – Wooden puzzles for children
Nursing homes – magazines
Military organizations – Manufacturer’s coupons (they are valid for use to up to six months past expiration date on military base)
Schools – School supplies, books
Scouts troops – Craft supplies
Women’s shelters – Cell phones, clothing, toys


ASPCA
Humane societies – Office furniture, pet food, pet supplies
Veterinary clinics – Old blankets, towels, bedding

Houston SPCA
- Rabbit Food – Timothy Hays pellets or Timothy Hay
- Small TVs with built in VCR/DVD
- Nature’s Miracle Cleaner
- Cat Litter
- Soft Chewable Dog Treats
- Current Key Maps
- Batteries (AA, AAA0
- Disposable Rubber Gloves
- Digital Cameras
- 8” and 12” Cable Ties (50 Ib strength)
- Newspapers
- Food for Hamsters, Rats, Guinea Pigs, Ferrets, and Gerbils
- Rabbit Litter – Feline Pine or Yesterday’s New’s
- Halters – small and medium size
- Horse Scissors
- Fly Spray and Masks
- Thrush Medicine
- Mucking Forks/rakes

ASPCA Day - Go Orange!

Paint the town ORANGE 
for Animals!

April 10th is America Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.


Click below for more information:
http://www.aspca.org/


"WHAT IS ASPCA DAY?
Every year on April 10, the anniversary date of the founding of the ASPCA in 1866, the ASPCA will be celebrating ASPCA Day and encouraging animal lovers of all ages nationwide to GO ORANGE FOR ANIMALS! Going Orange on ASPCA Day is a tribute to the work of the ASPCA and a celebration of compassion and kindness for all living things everywhere. (Orange is the official ASPCA color and what better to celebrate than our love of animals?)....."

Something to laugh about

Teddy Bear Drive

Teddy Bear Drive

I want to start a Teddy Bear Drive.  The purpose of this drive will be to pass out cuddly and furry Teddy Bears to victims.  My goal is to give love and comfort through stuffed animals where it can help.  I am sure that many people would appreciate something like this!  Children like to have something they can hold on to that is warm and fuzzy in moments of trouble.  Teddy Bears melt the heart.

If you are interested to help.
If you wouldn’t mind share this to your friends and ask them to cleaning out their houses, closets, storage spaces, or whatever and donating any gently loved teddy bear needing a home (or any other stuffed animal), I would appreciate it.  If they also can go to resale shops, garage sales, a dollar store, flea market, or whatever and purchase gently used ones.

It would be wonderful if we could accumulate a large pile of stuff animals.  Teddy Bear (or any kind of animals) and any size will be accepted for this effort provide temporary comfort to victims.  I would prefer they be at least 12 inches in size so that they are big enough to hug.  Any color is fine.

I would love for all of you to be a part of it.

Please drop off any donations to your local organization(s).

Thank you beary much!