Community Involvement/Programs

Our community involvement in Houston:

Hurricane Preparedness

During Hurricane season, most people set a plan for themselves and often forget about planning for their four-legged friends! At Pet Paradise we are very active in educating our hurricane prone communities, like Houston, about the proper steps to take to ensure you & your pet are safe! Each year, we partner with S.N.A.P ( Spay-Neuter Assitance Program) to provide resrouces and education to Houston area residents through our annual Hurricane Prep Event!

Pet Hair Collection, Gulf Oil Spill

In response to the devastating Gulf Oil Spill in 2010, Pet Paradise collected and shipping pet hair from all 13 locations to an organization called Matter of Trust. The hairs, along with used nylon stockings, were made into booms which help soak up spilled oil. It is estimated that one pound of dog hair can soak up one quart of oil in one minute.

Annual Pet Food Drive

Each Fall, Pet Paradise teams up with many local pet food banks/rescue groups to collect pet food! In Houston, we partner with Rescue Bank and Whole Foods Market. To date, we have collected over 8 tons of pet food. This pet food not only directly helps rescue groups in need, but has also provided pet food directly to struggling pet owners allowing them to keep their pets.

Our community involvement in other markets:

Military Foster Program

We are proud to support military families and their pets by participating in the military foster program! We have provided temporary housing for pets of deploying military personnel until they return home.

Community Hospice of NorthEast Flordia
Each year, Pet Paradise sponsors the Community Hospice's pet therapy program and the calendar. This calendar raises awareness and funding for the pet therapy program and allows people to understand the important role that these pets serve, making a significant difference in the lives of the patients at the Community Hospice.
http://www.communityhospice.com/getinvolved/volunteer_sub03.htm

SafeHouse of Seminole County

Pet Paradise has teamed up with SafeHouse of Seminole County to provide free temporary boarding services to family pets affected by domestic violence situations. Often times, women affected by domestic violence do not leave their abuser for fear of retaliation on their beloved companion animals. This partnership is a way to provide a safe haven not only for them, but for their pets as well. More information, please read: Pet Paradise SafeHouse Press Release