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 CIV Update
We’re so excited to share that we have not had a positive CIV test since May 1st, and we are starting to move back toward normal operations. Over the next week, we will be testing all of the dogs in our exposed area to inform our next steps, but our hope is that we will soon be able to declare DAS CIV-free!
We’ll talk more about our strategies for moving out of the Clean Break during our Rescue Town Hall on Tuesday, and we hope you’ll join us.
Just as a Reminder: Tagging Template
Last month we launched a new way of tagging pets to ensure clear and efficient communications. As a friendly reminder, please use the following template for your future tagging!
Rescue Name:
Animal ID:
Spay or neutered needed?
Person picking up:
As a reminder, all pets must be picked up within 24 hours of being tagged or the day they are released from their hold. If you have any questions about this new template or the pickup timeline, please reach out to us via email!
 
We would love for you rescue to consider one of our longest stay pups for your next pull from DAS. We have tons of information on these pets from medical to playgroup makes these kiddos a great choice!
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Halle A1176946
- Original Intake Date: April 11th
- 8 months old Spayed
- HW Negative
- Social/playful with other dogs
- Shy but takes treats softly
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Ike A1177212
- Original Intake Date: April 13th
- 1 years old Neutered
- HW Negative
- Social, high energy, jumpy, wants cuddles, & takes treats gently
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Hanson A1177288
- Original Intake Date: April 14th
- 2 years old Male
- HW Positive
- Social, happy boy, dainty, & gentle
- Walks great on the leash!
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Athena A1177578
- Original Intake Date: April 15th
- 1 years old Female
- HW Negative
- Social, easy going, shy but very sweet
- Loves treats and cuddles
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Zeno A1177870
- Original Intake Date: April 15th
- 2 years old Male
- HW Negative
- Social with dogs and people, easy going, & good manners
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If you would like additional information on these pets including their availability, please contact DASRESCUE@DALLAS.GOV
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Onsite events opportunity: Do you have a group of fosters or rescue members interested in touring our shelter and tagging on-site? We would love to discuss different opportunities, including extended hours and the use of play yards. Email us if you’d like to set up a spot tag event!
Playgroup: We’ve resumed playgroups! If a dog you’re interested in hasn’t been assessed for playgroups, you can send a request through email to the team, and they will do their best to complete it within 48 hours. There will be circumstances where a pet is not eligible for playgroups, but we will accommodate requests as we’re able!
- Playgroup Qualifications:
- In a shelter for 7+ days
- Six+ months of age
- Off any holds
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At DAS, we are so grateful to our partners in lifesaving, and we are thrilled to highlight our amazing transport partner, Hearts and Bones. Since partnering with Heart and Bones Rescue, they have taken over 1,300 DAS animals into their program. We want to say thank you and spotlight the great work they are doing!
How would you describe HBR?
Hearts & Bones Rescue ("HBR") is a dual-city rescue that focuses on getting dogs out of overcrowded Texas shelters to the Northeast to find forever homes. HBR has been working with DAS since our inception in 2017. As the largest municipal shelter in the DFW area (and one of the largest in the country), we want to help DAS reach its no-kill, D90 life-saving goal.
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What made you want to work with DAS?
There aren't currently enough local adoptions to offset intake at DAS and in Texas, so we take to the skies and the road to get them to NYC where there are loving fosters and adopters waiting for them.
How does the TTR program help your rescue reach its goals?
One of the big questions we get asked is why we send dogs to the Northeast. HBR is very aware of and keeps close track of local problems as to not needlessly import animals where they aren't needed or compete with local shelters. What we've seen over the years is that many of the local shelters in the Northeast have much faster adoption rates and don't have the same kind of intake that DAS has. Many long stays in Northeast shelters are not a match for adopters that adopt through us (e.g., behavior, bully apartment breed restrictions, etc.). We often bring dogs to adopters that they can't find locally - New Yorkers love big floofs like the Great Pyrenees, for example! We also help support and pull from local shelters.
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What is the biggest hurdle when it comes to moving pets up north? Any words of advice to other groups waiting to try out TTR?
We started using the TTR program to help get DAS dogs out of a very full DAS facility into foster homes while they await transport, which usually is a week or a couple of weeks. This allows dogs to get out of the shelter to get a much-needed reprieve, and also opens up that kennel for another dog that needs the spot. TTR is a great tool for any group looking to do transports, as long as your group representatives are clear on the expectations, timing, and obligations with the TTR foster. Thanks DAS for setting up this program!
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Since working with DAS, is there a pet you think of as your favorite tag?
In terms of our rescue favorites, HBR has always had a soft spot for families in shelters, as they are some of the most vulnerable population. In 2022, we took in 16 pregnant and nursing moms and their 78 babies! Our 3 most recent mama and puppies are all from Dallas Animal Services.
When: June 27th at 6:00-7:00 pm
How to join:
Meeting ID: 234 788 613 706
Passcode: 7yW3J8
During this meeting, we will cover essential updates on shelter operations, our tagging process, and much more. This is also an excellent opportunity to give constructive feedback and help our program grow.
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 Let's Get Up To Date
Would you like to get the most updated information or have the tagging process go more smoothly? Please fill out this form so we can stay up to date on your organizations:
New Rescue Partner Onsite Assessment/Tag appointments
Rescue Partners do not need an appointment to walk through the public areas of our shelter, but if you'd like to visit our neonatal nursery, tag on the spot, or need assistance with assessments, please book here so we can be sure to have a staff member available to you while you're here. If you'd like to get your team trained to handle dogs onsite without a DAS team member present, please email us to coordinate training.
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