Author Archives: JessiFreud

Thinking “Outside the Kennel”: Nose Work

May 15, 2012 by JessiFreud

Recently, we’ve been talking a lot about the “Last 10%” – that is, the last piece of Austin’s No Kill puzzle that is still being killed at our city shelter. This demographic is made up of large adult dogs with … Continue reading →

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Nellie is “Back in Black” for the Month of May

May 14, 2012 by JessiFreud

This month, we are joining Best Friends Animal Society, shelters and rescue groups nationwide for “Back in Black,” a month-long effort to boost adoptions of black-colored cats and dogs and showcase their uniqueness that tends to get overlooked at first … Continue reading →

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Myley…Falling in Love with the “Last 10%”

March 30, 2012 by JessiFreud

It’s hard to convey all the awesomeness that is Myley – a “last 10%” gal – in a short-and-sweet blog post. So, I’ll start with the quick story that gets to the heart and soul of who she is: a … Continue reading →

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Show Your APA! Pride on Your Ride!

February 15, 2012 by JessiFreud

So many of our volunteers, fosters, donors, and sponsor organizations spend so much of their time and resources making sure APA! is ready-and-able to fulfill our life-saving commitments to our community. Austin Subaru is one of our most dedicated sponsors … Continue reading →

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Wag Your Way through the Hill Country Galleria for Austin Subaru’s Annual Wagathon Walkathon

February 9, 2012 by JessiFreud

Continuing to pursue a No Kill Austin is a community effort, but one that is just as fun as it is rewarding. Our second annual Wagathon Walkathon is a great opportunity to show your support for our program and Austin’s … Continue reading →

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Get Your Cuddle On, Foster a Cat!

February 6, 2012 by JessiFreud

Kitten season is almost upon us, friends, and it’s time we boost our awesome roster of ready-and-willing cat fosters! Fostering cats has so many benefits, especially for those who may have everyday circumstances that restrict them from getting involved in … Continue reading →

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The Grace and Goodness of George Oscar Bleuth

January 30, 2012 by JessiFreud

George Oscar Bleuth, better known as G.O.B. to his foster dad and fan club, is a ball of black perfection and a special medical case that proves that Tender-Love-and-Care and a bit of veterinary expertise is indeed a life-saving combination. … Continue reading →

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Love on a Leash Walkers: Keeping APA!’s Dogs Healthy and Happy

January 6, 2012 by JessiFreud

Here at APA! we pride ourselves on an exceptional level of care for our dogs. The basics – food, water, and a clean space to hang out – are just that, the basics. While our dogs are staying with us, … Continue reading →

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