“As the original and largest no-kill animal shelter in North Texas, Operation Kindness is about doing even more to save the lives of homeless cats and dogs. We have adorable fluffy purebreds and mixes that need some medical care, updated vaccinations and nutritious food to help them heal and be ready for adoption. But, some of the animals we take in have very special and sometimes extreme circumstances that would cause them to be euthanized anywhere else.
Sonny*
Copper*
“When these extreme cases come through our door, they’re safe. There is no count-down clock ticking their life away. At Operation Kindness our very compassionate staff and volunteers work hard to heal these very special lives. Through an extraordinary blend of superb medical care for their physical issues, nurturing in a natural environment to help heal emotional wounds, and good manners training, these animals are transformed into happy, socialized pets ready to relish the second chance they’ve been given.
Cotton’s Friend*
“Thanks to the $117,000 we raised on North Texas Giving Day, we could afford to give a second chance to a number of very special animals and I’d like to tell you about one – Davy, a handsome two-year-old Saint Bernard/Border Collie mix.
“Few ever survive a direct hit by a school bus, but after suffering a broken left leg and the collapse of both lungs that left him unable to move, Davy, is doing more than just surviving…he’s thriving. When Davy came to Operation Kindness he received extensive medical care including surgery to save his leg; pain killers and antibiotics; and daily technical medical care to ensure the pins holding his leg remained clean and properly set. For several months Davy worked with our volunteer physical therapist re-learning to walk on his healing leg. The best news of all…Davy was adopted this month and will soon go home to relish his second chance.
Crixis*
“In the past 12 months, Operation Kindness has helped more than 4,500 homeless animals find new homes. But that’s not enough. We need more financial support to make the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex a truly humane community. Because we receive no government funding, the Communities Foundation and North Texas Giving Day are a very critical component in our fundraising strategy. This year on September 17, you can help continue our efforts throughout the Metroplex. Bookmark our giving page and donate starting at 6 a.m. and your donations will be amplified! We’re grateful for your support!”
-By Jim Hanophy, Operation Kindness Chief Executive Officer
* Photo credit: Lesa Truax Photography and Lynn Handley