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Jan 21, 2026

Winter Storm Warning: How You Can Help Austin Pets (and Keep Your Own Safe)

As temperatures drop later this week, APA! is asking the community to step up for pets who need warmth and safety during this Winter Storm Warning.

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Aug 23, 2023

Progress Update of APA!’s Veterinary Services Contract in Laredo

While APA! has addressed the many issues with LACS's current practices by providing recommendations, staff training, and SOPs, LACS has unnecessarily ...

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Aug 03, 2023

Foster a Pup...Save A Life!

Wile E. Coyote was so emaciated that he could not stand or walk but then Katie Plunkard decided to foster the shy, sweet-faced puppy. 

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Jul 21, 2023

Pet Safety Tips During Snake Season

Mid-summer is a peak time for snake activity, they may be cozied up in the shade of rocks on a favorite hiking trail, in the moist coolness around pot...

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Jul 20, 2023

APA! Gives Behavior Dogs a Second Lease on Life: Zeus

Zeus lived his first two years in a yard, largely left alone. APA!’s Dog Behavior Program is supporting Zeus who was struggling with behavioral chall...

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Jun 30, 2023

APA! Gives Behavior Dogs a Second Lease on Life: Girly & Cash

Our foster can observe behavior, take notes and implement training and behavior modifications under the guidance of APA!’s Dog Behavior Program team t...

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Jun 27, 2023

Fireworks Can be Scary for Our Pets

Fireworks can be scary for our pets. In the US, 4th of July has the highest number of reported lost pets.  Please keep pets inside, make sure they ha...

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Jun 23, 2023

APA! Gives Behavior Dogs a Second Lease on Life: Sylvester

APA!’s expert Dog Behavior Program gave Sylvester, a Chihuahua with trust and anxiety issues a second chance.

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