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Generous donation transforms play yards at Silcox Animal Shelter

Published on November 20, 2025

A $72,000 gift has funded the installation of new fencing at the Silcox Animal Shelter. Ransome Hughes Rombauer, a Fort Worth shelter volunteer during her college years, left a lasting impact long before this donation.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC Dogs Strut Their Stuff in In-House Photoshoot

Published on November 18, 2025

Taking a photo is more than a pastime at Fort Worth Animal Care and Control. It is one of the best ways the FWACC team can showcase adoptable pets. This week, students from The Oakridge School volunteered their time to photograph pets at the Silcox Animal Shelter.

Tagged as: , Animals

Lattes and Pit Bulls: How Pit Coffee is Fueling FWACC Mission

Published on November 11, 2025

Monica Matheny opened her coffee shop in June 2025 inside a Texaco gas station with a mission close to her heart: to help dogs in need and inspire her four children. 'Pit Coffee' was inspired by Matheny’s love for pit bulls and people.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC’s Live Release Rate Soars in 2025

Published on November 11, 2025

On average, FWACC takes in 38 dogs each day, a mix of stray animals brought in by field officers and pets surrendered by owners. This year's success is the result of teamwork across every level of FWACC, from kennel technicians providing daily care, to staff and volunteers running innovative programs that connect animals with families.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC Programs Keep More Pets with Their Families and Save Lives

Published on September 08, 2025

During the first six months of 2025, our shelters saw fewer animals coming through our doors compared to the same period last year, a positive sign that more pets are staying with their families or being quickly reunited when separated.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC Celebrates 78 Adoptions at MEGA Adoption Event

Published on August 18, 2025

Fort Worth Animal Care and Control is celebrating huge success after this weekend’s MEGA Adoption Event: 78 of our animals found loving homes in just two days.

Tagged as: , Animals

1,000 Pets Await at Fort Worth’s MEGA Adoption Event This Weekend

Published on August 11, 2025

Adopters will also have the chance to take part in our “Spin the Wheel” giveaway with prizes including a DNA/Breed ID Kit, Dog Food and Water Bowl Set, Pet Training Kit, Pet First Aid Kit, and Grooming Kit. ). Join us this weekend at the MEGA Adoption Event and help give every animal the happy ending they’ve been waiting for.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC launches first-ever “Chip Spot” to help reunite lost pets

Published on July 14, 2025

If you come across a lost dog or cat, you can now skip the vet or shelter visit, and head to Winslow’s Cafe in Fort Worth.

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC launches shelter dog Run Club

Published on July 03, 2025

The Fort Woof Run Club gives shelter pets a chance to stretch their legs, sniff the flowers, and make new friends. Every outing helps spotlight wonderful animals that are ready to be adopted!

Tagged as: , Animals

FWACC Wins State Award for Animal Care Coloring Book

Published on July 02, 2025

Fort Worth Animal Care & Control earned top honors at the 2024 TAMIO awards for its Adventures with Animal Friends coloring book. Designed to teach kids about responsible pet care in a fun, engaging way, the book is now part of FWACC’s new educational program aimed at inspiring compassion and responsibility in the next generation.

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Pawsitive Tales

Generous donation transforms play yards at Silcox Animal Shelter

FWACC Dogs Strut Their Stuff in In-House Photoshoot

Lattes and Pit Bulls: How Pit Coffee is Fueling FWACC Mission

FWACC’s Live Release Rate Soars in 2025

FWACC Programs Keep More Pets with Their Families and Save Lives

FWACC Celebrates 78 Adoptions at MEGA Adoption Event

1,000 Pets Await at Fort Worth’s MEGA Adoption Event This Weekend

FWACC launches first-ever “Chip Spot” to help reunite lost pets

FWACC launches shelter dog Run Club

FWACC Wins State Award for Animal Care Coloring Book

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