They’re making a paws-itive impact across Central Texas, one rescued pet at a time! In the wake of the devastating Hill Country floods, Austin Pets Alive is helping hundreds of animals that were impacted, including a pet named Subie, who soaked up the spotlight as our Wednesday Friendsday pet of the week! Luis Sanchez joined Trevor Scott with Subie to tell us more.
Austin Pets Alive is helping hundreds of animals that were impacted, including a pet named Subie, who soaked up the spotlight as our Wednesday Friendsday pet of the week! Luis Sanchez joined Trevor Scott with Subie to tell us more.
Meet Subie
Subie has only been at Austin Pets Alive! for a couple of days, but he’s already winning hearts.
“We just got him two days ago from the floods, so we don’t know too much about him,” Sanchez said. “I’ve been hanging out with him all day, and he’s so fun.”
Estimated to be around 1 or 2 years old, Subie is believed to be a Corgi-Heeler mix with plenty of personality packed into his short frame.
“He’s just a wonderful little pup,” Sanchez said. “We’re really hopeful that he’ll find a home really soon.”
Austin Pets Alive is helping hundreds of animals that were impacted, including a pet named Subie, who soaked up the spotlight as our Wednesday Friendsday pet of the week! Luis Sanchez joined Trevor Scott with Subie to tell us more.
Making Room for Pets in Need
While Subie is now safe in Austin, his move also serves a larger purpose.
Austin Pets Alive! has been transporting animals from shelters in flood-affected communities, creating much-needed space for local shelters to care for newly displaced pets and reunite lost animals with their families.
“What we typically see in a disaster is shelters will see about ten times more pets after something like that,” Sanchez explained. “We try to clear out the shelter so there’s room and capacity to help those pets in the community.”
Keeping newly found pets in their hometowns also increases the chances they’ll be reunited with their owners.
“It’s a really complicated effort,” Sanchez said, “but it’s something we’ve learned how to respond to quickly.”
How the Community Can Help
In just one week, Austin Pets Alive! has taken in nearly 300 animals from flood-affected areas.
To keep up with the growing need, the organization is asking the community for support through:
Pet food and suppliesLeashes and collarsMonetary donationsFoster volunteersAdopters
“Three hundred more dogs in a week means more staff are working to support those dogs,” Sanchez said.
Austin Pets Alive is helping hundreds of animals that were impacted, including a pet named Subie, who soaked up the spotlight as our Wednesday Friendsday pet of the week! Luis Sanchez joined Trevor Scott with Subie to tell us more.
Foster or Adopt
Austin Pets Alive! is currently offering a name-your-own adoption fee, allowing adopters to donate whatever amount they’re able.
The shelter also has several foster opportunities, including temporary “safety net” fostering for pets whose families were displaced by the floods and hope to be reunited once they are back on their feet.
“We have multiple options,” Sanchez said. “Whatever you come with, we’ll meet you there.”
Visit Austin Pets Alive!
Austin Pets Alive! is open daily from noon to 6 p.m. at 1156 West Cesar Chavez Street in downtown Austin.
Those interested in volunteering, fostering, adopting or donating can simply stop by or visit AustinPetsAlive.org. The organization also shares real-time updates and urgent needs on its social media channels.
As for Subie, he’s ready to trade disaster relief for a forever family—and judging by his playful personality and sweet demeanor, it may not take long.
“There are a lot of Subies,” Sanchez said. “Austin always steps up, and we’re really grateful for that.”
Austin Pets Alive lends a paw as Subie and other Texas flood pets look for fresh starts