Very Houston News

Questionable Ranking Lists, Houston's Most Eligible Dog, and Spaceships

It's been a doozy of a week.

07/23/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Fur-real

Rescued Pets Movement Partners with Too Faced Cosmetics to Help Animals in Need

The new initiative allows customers to have an optional in-cart donation to help raise critical funds.

07/22/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Woof

What’s the Most Spoiled Dog Breed in Houston?

We’ve got the most important news you’ll read all week.

07/06/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Dog Days of Summer

Our Favorite Pet-Friendly Getaways

Four great Texas retreats for you and doggo.

05/24/2021 By Raven Wuebker

All of the cuddles

How Our Pets Saved Us during the Pandemic

The Houstonia staff reflects on how our furry (and feathered) friends helped us through working from home.

05/20/2021 By Houstonia Staff

Hot Dog!

Our Favorite Products to Pamper Your Pets in Houston

You aren’t the only one who may be overdue for a digs upgrade, post-2020. These stylish additions will keep everyone in the family happy at home.

05/19/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Your work collie-eagues

Work-From-Home Tips for When Your Doggos Are Just Too Distracting

For some, WFH is here to stay, so we talked to an expert dog trainer about what to do when your pup has the Zoom zoomies.

05/18/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Is my pet okay!?

Q&A: How to Prepare Your Pet When You Head Back to Work

We talked to local pet behaviorist Dr. Lore Haug about what to do.

05/17/2021 By Kaitlyn Miller

pooch perfect

18 Houston Pet Services and Activities That Are Squad Goals

Pet shops, parks, hotels, groomers, and other hot spots that are simply the best for treating your pet—and yourself—right.

05/14/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp, Laura Furr Mericas, and Kaitlyn Miller

Give a Dog a Bone

9 Animal Shelters and Charities You Can Support in Houston

Help out dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, mini pigs, and more.

05/13/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Our favorite furry friends

4 Ways to Volunteer with Shelter Animals in Houston

Even if you can't adopt a pet right now, there are plenty of ways to help.

04/30/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Pawsitive news

The Possible Puppy Family Reunion You Need to See

Are these dogs from the same litter? It seems likely after they reconnect at Hermann Park.

03/01/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Old dog (or cat), new tricks

How to Protect Your Pets from a Hard Freeze

We’re all trying to stay warm right now—make sure your furry friends are too.

02/18/2021 By Raven Wuebker

Houston Animal Shelter Is Taking Awkward to New Levels

Friends For Life is getting #Unsheltered in awkward (and amazing) ways.

11/11/2020

In the eye of the furr-icane

Get Your Furry Friends Ready for the Hurricane with These Tips

It's not just us humans who need to be prepped for inclement weather.

08/26/2020 By Emma Schkloven

The furriest coworker

Your Dog Will Miss You When You Go Back to Work

We talked to local dog behavior specialists about how to identify, prevent, and treat your pet’s separation-related distress.

06/04/2020 By Kaitlyn Miller

And We're Back

The To-Doux List: Feb 7-9

This weekend includes a bunch of dogs, a bunch of queens, and a big fake wedding.

02/06/2020 By Abby Ledoux

Fix Houston

8 Experts Weigh in on How to Fix Houston

From crime reduction to preserving Houston's past, these locals have the answers.

01/30/2020

New Decade, Who Dis?

The To-Doux List: Jan. 3-5

This weekend brings a bunch of markets, free yoga, and Gatsby-themed pet photography.

01/02/2020 By Abby Ledoux

Happy in Houston

The Pursuit of Happiness: 60 Ways to Have Your Best Year Ever

New decade, new you.

12/27/2019 Edited by Dianna Wray