Tulsa SPCA Blog
May 20, 2024
Below is an excerpt from a conversation between Clay Foley, Comedian, and Kyle Paddock, Tulsa SPCA Director of Marketing and Communications Kyle: Clay, it’s […]
April 30, 2024
We’ve all seen them. From adorable dogs visiting senior citizens in retirement homes to a pack of incredibly eager golden retrievers helping relieve stress […]
April 2, 2024
Below is an excerpt from a conversation between Dr. Buford, Tulsa SPCA Veterinarian, and Kyle Paddock, Tulsa SPCA Director of Marketing and Communications Kyle: […]
January 30, 2024
Included in this conversation are Mary Green, CEO of K9 Manners & More, and Kyle Paddock, Director of Marketing and Communications for […]
December 30, 2023
Tim Geen, Animal Cruelty Investigator for the Tulsa SPCA, is retiring at the end of December. When I think of Tim and the impact he […]
November 30, 2023
November. When one thinks about this month, many things come to mind. From pumpkin spice lattes to fall themed photo shoots to scenic walks in the […]
October 30, 2023
October. The month many of us spend all year waiting for. The gateway drug to fall foliage tours, pumpkin spice lattes, and neighbors silently competing with […]
September 14, 2023
The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) has dedicated the month of September to helping inform pet owners about animal discomfort. As obvious as […]
August 3, 2023
For many of us, our pets are celebrated just as much as the humans in our family, and birthdays are no exception. The Daily Express says […]
July 12, 2023
Some pets have names that fit so perfectly you couldn’t imagine calling them anything else. I once pet-sat two boxers, aptly named Tank and Duke. Tank […]
June 22, 2023
If you’ve ever considered fostering a pet, this is your sign! In honor of National Foster a Pet Month, we’re compiling a list of reasons […]
May 25, 2023
From dancing around the Maypole, to saying May the Fourth Be with You, May has a special significance in the hearts of cultures all around […]
April 27, 2023
We’ve all heard the stories. A beloved dog or cat goes missing, owners frantically searching for them, grasping for a glimmer of hope they will be […]
March 24, 2023
Last week, something awful happened to me. Something so terribly awful that it made my body tense up and my heart race, expecting impending peril […]
February 23, 2023
The French poet Anatole France remarked, “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” The profundity of this musing underscores […]
January 27, 2023
January is known as a month of volunteerism. Perhaps it falls victim every year to the ideals of bygone New Year’s resolutions, or possibly it is […]
December 19, 2022
Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays. From Perry Como to The Carpenters, this beloved holiday tune has beguiled households from The Greatest […]
November 22, 2022
Life is full of milestones. Whether it’s a big life event or simply accomplishing a long sought goal, these special moments help give our lives […]
September 18, 2022
In 2021, the Tulsa SPCA expanded its low-cost clinic services to assist the general public with pet healthcare, as well as other rescue organizations who […]
August 2, 2022
Through July 27th, the Tulsa SPCA has taken 852 dogs and cats into our program this year. Of those, 852 have come from Oklahoma. Yes, you […]
June 3, 2022
Animal shelters and rescue agencies are struggling right now. Many of us are over or at capacity and cannot take in additional homeless dogs or […]
February 20, 2022
February is nationally recognized as Spay/Neuter Awareness Month. The purpose of the designation is to encourage you to have your pets sterilized before the spring and […]
December 6, 2021
Holiday shopping is upon us and we want to help you simplify the process. Check out the gift ideas below and pick some up for your […]
November 25, 2021
As you may know, our community is currently experiencing an outbreak of Canine Distemper — a contagious, deadly disease preventable by vaccines. As a result, our […]
October 18, 2021
We are called the Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – but what does that mean? One of the services we offer is […]
September 6, 2021
Are you trying to teach your dog basic obedience? Would you like to modify your dog’s aggressive or fearful behavior? Do you want training to be […]
August 3, 2021
A pet owner’s most important job is keeping their four-legged friends healthy. One of the ways they can do that is by having them checked yearly […]
July 1, 2021
Fourth of July fireworks celebrations are just days away, and we anticipate some big bangs over the weekend. It’s better to be safe than sorry […]
May 10, 2021
Destroyed doorways and kennels, neighbors complaining about constant barking, and having to clean up potty messes in the house as soon as you get home will […]
April 26, 2021
Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tulsa SPCA) named its low-cost veterinary clinic after a couple who donated one of the largest gifts […]
March 14, 2021
How many of you have ever been late getting your pets their vaccines? Have you ever missed a month or two of heartworm or flea and […]
February 25, 2021
Just as Cupid readies to spread the Love Bug, February is nationally recognized as Spay/Neuter Awareness Month. The purpose of the designation is to encourage you […]
January 31, 2021
Choosing to adopt a pet is a long-term commitment. This decision should not be taken lightly as the health and welfare of your new pet is […]
December 5, 2020
As the weather gets cooler and we head into winter, there are a few pet safety tips to keep in mind so you and your […]
November 21, 2020
In the last four months, the Tulsa SPCA brought over 150 dogs to our shelter from cruelty and hoarding situations. Over one hundred and fifty […]
October 21, 2020
This year has turned out to be one for the books. Much has changed in terms of how we work, learn, socialize and shop. But […]
October 6, 2020
For more than 100 years Tulsa SPCA has worked tirelessly to advocate for and protect animals who have been abused and neglected. We are a regional […]
September 20, 2020
Putting a dog in a cage? It sounds cruel! In reality though, crates can be wonderful and humane training and management tools. When using positive reinforcement […]
August 8, 2020
August is Clear the Shelters “Adopt & Donate” Month. When you adopt a dog or cat from the Tulsa SPCA, you help them win the lottery: […]
July 29, 2020
The Tulsa SPCA Foster Program is always looking for people who will open their hearts and homes to kittens. Whether you want to take on a pair or a […]
July 10, 2020
July started with a bang and it’s the perfect time for pet parents to make sure furry family members can get back to you safely if […]
July 1, 2020
We all know that the heat of the summer can be especially hard for our fur-coated friends. There are other perils that plague your pets this […]
June 1, 2020
Our focus for 2020 is on foster families – little did we know when we set a goal to grow our foster program that we’d end […]
May 17, 2020
If you’re bored, there’s a possibility that your fur friends are bored too. Enrichment encourages smarter, healthier and more well-behaved pets. Challenging puzzles and games that […]
May 2, 2020
Declawing is a painful, risk-filled procedure that is done only for the convenience of humans. There are only extremely rare instances, when claws are affected by […]
April 9, 2020
While we are already in the middle of a crisis, it’s never too late to make an emergency preparedness plan for your pet. We hope you […]
April 1, 2020
We have made changes to how we work at the Tulsa SPCA. We imagine you have as well. A friend sent us this article from Tulsa […]
March 19, 2020
March 15, 2020
This week (March 15-21) is National Pet Poison Prevention Week, and the Tulsa SPCA urges you to protect the dogs and cats in your family from […]
March 4, 2020
Nearly everything we post on social media carries the hashtag #adoptdontshop. What does that really mean? WHY IT’S BETTER The sad fact is when you purchase […]
February 3, 2020
Every animal lover has an idea of the things we think the animals in our care deserve, but did you know there’s a formal list […]
February 3, 2020
Volunteers are the heart of the Tulsa SPCA, and some of our most dedicated volunteers are foster parents. Fostering is temporarily opening up your home […]