By Zach Daniels Lubbock and the surrounding areas of the Llano Estacado have many interesting species of wildlife. Prairie dogs, bats, foxes, bison and many other species of animals have found sanctuary in the Llano Estacado. One species that is often forgotten about has a notorious reputation for being violent, unpredictable, and having a powerful […]
Abandoned pets roam Lubbock streets and fill local shelters to the brink
November 18, 2022 by
By Urvi Dalal, the Hub@TTU As the cold weather sets in, countless pets abandoned by their owners roam the streets of Lubbock, forcing local shelters and animal lovers to take in more than they can. Lubbock Animal Shelter & Adoption Center (LAS) currently has 397 animals in its care—two and a half times more than […]
Adulting 101: How to Take Care of Pets
April 20, 2017 by
Who doesn’t love puppies and kittens? While they are cute and lovable, many college students do not consider the full responsibility that comes with adoption. Adopting a pet is a huge decision, and you need to make sure you are mentally, physically and financially prepared. In this episode of Adulting 101, some Hub@TTU pets helped […]
Pets: To Gift or Not to Gift
November 30, 2016 by
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 […]
Leash Up Lubbock
October 13, 2016 by
By Blaine Hill There are 81 parks in Lubbock, Texas, but not one public park where dog owners can legally play fetch. The director of Lubbock Parks and Recreation, Bridget Faulkenberry, said the city ordinance prohibiting off leash dogs is in place to protect people from unfriendly or aggressive dogs. Three-quarters of a mile from William […]
A Happy Ending for a Happy Tail
March 15, 2016 by
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. […]
Guide to a Guide Dog
February 5, 2016 by
Tanner Warmoth contributed to this article. A media and communication graduate student has started a Lubbock chapter of Lone Star Guide Dog Raisers, an organization that allows volunteers to train guide dogs for Guide Dogs for the Blind . The club is the only program of its kind in West Texas. Kaitlyn Beckert got involved when […]
A Splash for The Morris Mutts
October 23, 2015 by
By Laura Duclos On Sunday, the Texas Tech Recreation Center went to the dogs. Dog Day was held Oct. 17 at the Leisure Pool. Each guest paid $5 entrance fee per dog. The proceeds help buy food, supplies and vaccines for dogs housed at the Morris Safe House, a no-kill shelter founded in 2008. Sallie Morris, founder […]
A Haven for Animals in Need
October 15, 2015 by
… to the Haven Animal Care Shelter, a no-kill, nonprofit organization on the outskirts of Lubbock. Haven Animal Care Shelter was founded by Brenda Wilbanks in 1977. The seven-acre property at 4501 N FM 1729 is home to about 100 dogs and cats in need of adoption. “Dr. Wilbanks doesn’t […]
Dance Tech: The Funnies
January 23, 2014 by
The five reasons why you should go see “Dance Tech: The Funnies” are as follows: 1. It was indeed, funny 2. There are multi-colored tutus (actually, all of the costumes are really unique) 3. Dogs are involved, seriously. 4. The music in all of the dances is fun. Warning — you might have urges to […]
