Pets: To Gift or Not to Gift

By Elizabeth Hale We’ve all seen the heartwarming viral videos before: on Christmas day after all presents have been unwrapped, a final box manages to appear containing a small puppy or kitten. Excitement ensues, and while it may be magical in the moment, most people who work with animals advise against gifting them during the holiday […]

Texas Boys Ranch: Fostering Hope

By Megan Reyna In 1972, concerned citizens of Lubbock came together for an important cause. The number of homeless, neglected, and dependent boys of the South Plains was substantially growing. Three years later, the Texas Boys Ranch officially opened its doors. Since then, it has provided a chance for young children to grow and develop into productive […]

A Happy Ending for a Happy Tail

By Kaitlin Bain One cold morning in early 2016, Caramia was brought to the Morris Safe House, an organization in Lubbock that rescues homeless dogs. While every dog has a place in Sallie Morris’s heart, she could not have imagined the place the little terrier would soon find in the hearts of many Lubbock residents. […]