Friends of The Colony Animal Services

08/30/2024

Sid Update!

Our pal Sid was adopted this morning! The family is known very well to us here at the shelter and we know he will be very well taken care of. Sid will also be a new sibling to their 2 current pups who got along well with Sid. Everyone here is excited and thankful for our wonderful community! Thank you everyone!

08/29/2024

08/29/2024

🐾 Thank You from Colony Animal Services! 🐾

Last week, we reached out to our amazing community asking for donations of dog leashes and harnesses, and we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible response we received! Thanks to your generosity, we have received so many leashes, medium harnesses, and even some wonderful surprises like dog toys and beds! We are almost completely restocked and couldn’t be more grateful!

However, we still have a small need for a few more large and extra-large dog harnesses, as these are the sizes we use the most. If you are willing and able to help, you can donate directly through our Amazon wishlist. Your donation will be marked for delivery to Mark Cooper, our director.

Thank you so much for your continued support and kindness! You are making a huge difference in the lives of our furry friends. 🐕💕

Amazon Wishlist: [https://a.co/b0Dedd9](https://a.co/b0Dedd9)

With heartfelt thanks,
The Colony Animal Services Team

08/29/2024

Bow Wow Luau is coming up!! Be sure to order your tickets. We can’t wait to see everyone there.

08/26/2024

DID YOU KNOW??

Today is a very special day. Why it’s National Dog Day of course! Show us photos of your cute pups. Bonus points if you adopted them from TCAS!!

Peep the two puppies still looking for homes!

08/26/2024

Sid is settling in at the shelter! He is still somewhat unsure of the leash and is shy with being pet but warms up.

Today he got groomed and looks 1000% better than he did when he came in. He was previously stained yellow on his back end and his paws were caked in mud. He was matted and full of burs. Now he is shiny and clean and pretty white. He did well being bathed but the dryer was not his friend!

Although he is not ready for adoption yet, we are so happy with the progress he is making and will keep the page updated!

Thank you Krista Weatherford, a local groomer, for getting him like new for us. Check her out for your grooming needs!

https://kristaweatherford.glossgenius.com

08/25/2024

!ATTENTION ADOPTERS!

All of those cute fur babies that went to the adoption event yesterday afternoon. 5 of the 12 animals we took found homes. However, the other 7 are still here and waiting. If you are interested in adopting a puppy, or a kitten then be sure to check us out. We are open until 4pm today!

08/24/2024

Sid the Great Pyrenees who has been roaming has been caught and he is safe!

He is not going to be available for adoption right away as we have to give him adequate time to decompress, mentally and physically recover from being out, be checked out medically and have all of his vaccines and things updated.

We will update the page on his progress next week!

THANK YOU to everyone who notified us of his whereabouts. But also thank you to those who listened when we asked you not to approach, and not to feed. We had a plan in place and because of that we now have Sid safe at the shelter.

Also thank you to Hope's Rescue and Recovery Angels, Mutts and Mayham Emergency Search & Rescue for both advising us on this trap. As well as Kathy and her husband who own Stonebridge Lawn & Garden here in The Colony who was our official feeding station. Its takes a village!

08/24/2024

🐾🎉 Join us for a Paw-some Adoption Event at Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods! 🎉🐾

🗓️ Date: August, 24th
🕚 Time: 1-4 PM

Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Mark your calendars because this Saturday, we're hosting an adoption event like no other!

🐶🐱 Adoption Details:
Location: Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods
Adoption Fees: $95 (Covers spay/neuter, rabies, microchip, and first round of vaccines).

Animal Selection: 5 Staffordshire Terrier mix puppies (2 months), 4 kittens (2-3 months), and 1 Shepherd mix (7 months).

Come meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Whether you're looking for a puppy, or a cute kitten, there's a furry companion waiting to steal your heart.
Spread the word, bring your friends and family, and let's make this adoption event a huge success! See you there! 🐾❤️

08/23/2024

📢 Calling All Dog Lovers! 🐾

We're reaching out today because we're in urgent need of medium, large, and extra-large dog harnesses as well as good quality leashes for our shelter dogs. With every dog adoption, we strive to provide a harness, collar, and leash to ensure our furry friends start their new lives off on the right paw. However, we're running critically low on leashes and are nearly out of harnesses that will fit our bigger dogs.

Your support can make a big difference! If you're willing and able to donate, we would be incredibly grateful. These are our preferred harnesses (you can order any color) and leashes that we use. You can order directly from our Amazon Wishlist using the link below. Every donation helps our dogs feel safe and secure as they transition to their forever homes.

📦 Amazon Wishlist Link: https://a.co/b0Dedd9
(Please note: The delivery will be marked for "Mark Cooper," our shelter director.)

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. Together, we can continue to give our dogs the best start in their new lives! 🐕❤️

08/22/2024

🐾🎉 Join us for a Paw-some Adoption Event at Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods! 🎉🐾

🗓️ Date: August, 24th
🕚 Time: 1-4 PM

Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Mark your calendars because this Saturday, we're hosting an adoption event like no other!

🐶🐱 Adoption Details:

Location: Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods
Adoption Fees: $95 (Covers spay/neuter, rabies, microchip, and first round of vaccines).

Animal Selection: Stay tuned! The animals attending will be posted Friday evening!
Come meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Whether you're looking for a puppy, or a cute kitten, there's a furry companion waiting to steal your heart.

Spread the word, bring your friends and family, and let's make this adoption event a huge success! See you there! 🐾❤️

08/22/2024

🐾 Adoptable Puppies Alert! 🐾

Meet Clementine, Honeybee, Magnolia, and Atticus—our four adorable 9-week-old Rat Terrier/Blue Heeler mix puppies who are ready to find their forever homes! 🏡

These little bundles of joy will be small to medium-sized when full grown and are as cute as can be. Magnolia and Clementine are stunning with their white, grey, and spotted coats, while Honeybee and Atticus are equally charming with their white, black, and spotted fur.

Like all puppies, they’re full of energy and curiosity, and they’ll need basic puppy training, including walking on a leash, potty training, crate training, and learning basic commands. But with their sweet personalities and those irresistible puppy eyes, they’ll make it all worthwhile!

All four puppies have been spayed/neutered and are now ready to bring love, laughter, and endless cuddles to their new families.

If you’re ready to add a little (or a lot of) puppy love to your life, come meet Clementine, Honeybee, Magnolia, and Atticus! They can’t wait to meet you and find their forever homes. 🐶❤️

📩 Message us today to learn more or schedule a meet and greet!

08/21/2024

Hailey still has some mini sessions available so be sure to book them quick! Back to school photos, family photos, pet photos, solo photos, couple photos, etc. She does it all! And she’s donating $60 of every session booked to our medical fund!

Thank you Photography by Hailey Nicole

08/21/2024

!!LIVE TRAPPING IN PROGRESS!!

We truly appreciate your concern and kind hearts, but PLEASE let us handle this situation. We are concerned for the safety of the dog, and doing everything professionally. Trust the process!!!

08/21/2024

🐾🎉 Join us for a Paw-some Adoption Event at Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods! 🎉🐾

🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 24th
🕚 Time: 1-4 PM

Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Mark your calendars because this Saturday, we're hosting an adoption event like no other!

🐶🐱 Adoption Details:

Location: Stonebriar Mall in Frisco, by Dick's Sporting Goods
Adoption Fees: $95 (Covers spay/neuter, rabies, microchip, and first round of vaccines).

Animal Selection: Stay tuned! The animals attending will be posted Friday evening!
Come meet adorable pets looking for their forever homes. Whether you're looking for a puppy, or a cute kitten, there's a furry companion waiting to steal your heart.

Spread the word, bring your friends and family, and let's make this adoption event a huge success! See you there! 🐾❤️

08/19/2024

The Colony Animal Services wants to sincerely thank our fellow city departments who support us and partner with us. The Colony Public Library, joined forces with us this month for “National Dog Month” to help promote our shelter animals that are available for adoption. The library staff took the time to create an amazing display showcasing our adoption pets. Their efforts have paid off, because a number of the animals displayed have been successfully adopted.
Thank you to the staff at The Colony Public Library for supporting the shelter and helping the dogs and cats of The Colony find their forever homes.
We are greatly appreciative of your help, and support!
(Pictured showing off the display is Mark Cooper, Shelter Director and his own daughter, Bailey Cooper, who happens to be the Librarian for TCPL.)

08/17/2024

🌟 Happy Black Cat Appreciation Day! 🌟

Today, we’re celebrating our three amazing black cats who are looking for their forever homes! 🖤🐾

Jack Black is an 8.5-year-old mellow gentleman who loves a calm and quiet home. He’s the ultimate cuddle buddy and will be happiest as your only male cat. He’s easygoing, affectionate, and ready to bring a lot of love into your life.

Marty is a 1-year-old who’s a bit of a diva and loves being the center of attention. He thrives in a low-volume home with no young kids. While he hasn’t been tested with other animals, Marty enjoys playing with toys and lounging on soft blankets. He’s sure to keep you entertained with his curious and talkative nature.

Camille is a sleek 1-year-old beauty with a bit of a diva streak. She prefers a quiet home without other pets and adores gentle people who will give her the attention she craves. Camille loves being pet more than cuddled and will happily follow you around to be part of whatever you’re doing.

If you’re ready to add some feline elegance and charm to your life, come meet these lovely cats today! 🐾🖤

08/15/2024

🚨 Medical Fund Help Needed! 🚨

We have four amazing dogs in our care who are in need of heartworm treatment: Marley the Rat Terrier, Andy the Red Heeler, Ace the Pitbull, and Bear the German Shepherd. The average cost of heartworm treatment can range from $500 to $1,100 depending on the size of the dog. With these four kiddos, we have one small, two medium, and one large-sized dog in need of treatment.

We’re reaching out to our incredible community to ask for your support. If you’re able to donate, even just $10, it would make a huge difference in helping us cover the cost of these life-saving treatments. Every little bit helps in relieving the financial expenses and getting these sweet pups healthy and ready for their forever homes.

Did you know that heartworms are caused by mosquitoes? All it takes is one mosquito bite to give your dog heartworms. It’s super common, but the good news is that it’s 100% PREVENTABLE! Please talk with your vet and get your dog on preventative today!

Thank you for your generosity and support. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of Marley, Andy, Ace, and Bear! 🐾❤️

08/15/2024

🌟 Adoptable Tuxedo Kittens! 🌟

Meet our five adorable tuxedo kittens who are ready to find their forever homes! These little ones are 3 months old, recently spayed/neutered, and full of energy and love.

Introducing:

-Milos (the boy)
-Santorini, Samothrace, Mykonos, and Ios (the girls)

Named after the beautiful Greek islands, these kittens are not only stunning in their classic black-and-white coats but also have the sweetest personalities!

Adoption Fee: $95
This fee covers their spay/neuter, rabies vaccine, microchip, and the first round of vaccinations.

If you're looking to add some purrfection to your life, these little island treasures are waiting for you! 🌴🐾

Please share to help Milos, Santorini, Samothrace, Mykonos, and Ios find their perfect homes!

08/13/2024

🎉 Congratulations to the T-Shirt Design Contest Winners! 🎉

We’re excited to announce the winners of our T-Shirt Contest!

🥇 First Place: Design #2 - This fantastic design will be printed and available for purchase in the near future. Stay tuned!

🥈 Second Place: Design #20

🥉 Third Place: Design #11

Winners will have three prize options available, which can be picked up this weekend. If you’re one of the winners, we’ll be reaching out to you directly with more details about your prizes.

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted a design and to all who voted! Your participation made this contest a hit, and we can’t wait to do it again in the future. 🎨👕

Congratulations once again to the winners!

08/10/2024

ALL PUPPIES HAVE BEEN ADOPTED

🚨🐾 Adorable Puppies Alert! 🐾

Meet our precious litter of Blue Heeler/Australian Shepherd mix puppies, ready to find their forever homes! These little bundles of joy are 2 months old and full of personality. We have 4 boys and 2 girls, each with their own unique look and charm.

🐶 Pinocchio and Jiminy are our fluffy boys, taking after their Australian Shepherd side with soft, cuddly coats that are perfect for snuggling.

🐶 Geppetto, Figaro, Cleo, and Fairy have the classic short-haired Blue Heeler look, and they are just as adorable with their speckled coats and playful personalities.

These puppies are mostly black, white, and blue-colored, and they’re as cute as can be! Whether you’re looking for a fluffy friend or a sleek little adventurer, we’ve got the perfect pup for you.

If you’re ready to add some puppy love to your life, reach out to us today to learn more about adopting Pinocchio, Geppetto, Jiminy, Figaro, Cleo, or Fairy! 🏡❤️

08/10/2024

🏅🚨 Breaking News: We've got some last-minute additions to our 2024 Olympic team, and they are ready to bring even more gold to Team USA! Meet our newest furry Olympians, who are stepping up to compete in some exciting events:

🐾 Bella - Badminton
🐾 Xena - Boxing
🐾 Oswald - Golf
🐾 Banshee - Rowing
🐾 Andy - Triathlon

These determined pups are all set to join their teammates in the quest for Olympic glory and, of course, the ultimate prize—a forever home! 🏠❤️ With their boundless energy and unbeatable spirit, they're sure to make a splash and win some hearts along the way.

Let’s cheer on Bella, Xena, Oswald, Banshee, and Andy as they dive into their events! Stay tuned for their performances, and remember, these champions are looking for their forever families. Who will take home the gold and a new best friend?

08/10/2024

Photography by Hailey Nicole is hosting a few fundraising mini photography sessions this Fall!

$60 from each session will be donated to the animal shelter. If we can get all sessions booked, that’s a grand total of $840 for us!

There’s going to be locations at an indoor studio, arbor hills, and stewart’s creek! Please message Photography by Hailey Nicole or email her at [email protected] with any questions.

08/09/2024

🐾 Why Adopt a Solo Cat? Here Are 5 Reasons! 🐾

Are you thinking about adding a furry friend to your home? Consider adopting a cat who must be the only pet in the house. Here’s why it could be the perfect choice for you:

Save on Vet Bills, Food, and Litter 💰
-With just one cat, you’ll spend less on vet visits, food, and litter. More savings means more spoiling your kitty with toys and treats!

Undivided Attention ❤️
-Your solo cat will shower you with undivided love and attention. Imagine a loyal companion who is always there for you, providing endless snuggles and purrs.

Less Maintenance 🧹
-One cat means less cleaning and maintenance. Say goodbye to the chaos of managing multiple pets and hello to a tidy, happy home.

Stress and Anxiety Relief 🧘‍♀️
-Cats are known for their calming presence. They can help ease stress and anxiety, making your home a peaceful sanctuary.

Less Work Compared to Dogs 🐱
-Cats require less work and attention compared to dogs. No need for daily walks or constant supervision. They’re independent yet loving, making them the ideal pet for busy lifestyles.

We have four cats available for adoption that need to be the only pets in the home. Just because they want to be the sole fur baby does not mean you will lack love or attention that comes with a pet. Camille, Kira, Mitski, and Bubbles are all cats that need to be the only pet in the home.

Give a solo cat the loving home they deserve and enjoy the many benefits of having a feline companion! 🏡🐱❤️

08/09/2024

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! DEADLINE IS TODAY.

We are thrilled to announce the success of our fundraiser t-shirt design contest! In just two weeks, we received an incredible 20 design submissions from our talented community. Now, it's time for YOU to help us choose the winning design!

👉 How to Vote:
Click on the link to cast your vote: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W25C55X

The survey is just one question, so it will only take you a minute at most. Cast your vote for your favorite design and make a difference!

🔔 Voting Deadline:
Voting ends TONIGHT. Winners will be announced tomorrow!

🏆 Prizes:
The design with the most votes will be featured on our official fundraiser t-shirt, which will be available for sale soon! There will also be an additional prize for the first-place winner and prizes for the second and third place winners.

Your participation means the world to us, and we can't wait to see which design becomes the community favorite. Let's make this fundraiser a huge success together!

💬 Vote now and spread the word!

08/08/2024

How cute are these three kittens?

From left to right: Charlotte, Wilbur, and Blinky. Charlotte and Wilbur are sisters (Wilbur was originally believed to be a boy). But these three musketeers are a sweet bunch looking for their forever home.

Charlotte and Wilbur are 4 month old spayed females.
Blinky is 7.5 months old and is also a spayed female.

We also have Slinky, who is a 3 month old neutered male. He is a bit more social and outgoing than the other three but he would love to find a family to call his own!

If you are interested in adopting any of these cute kitties then stop by today! We cant wait for them to find their forever families.