Denison Animal Welfare Group

Animal rescue in Denison, Texas

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P. O. Box 1330, Denison, TX 75021

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Adoptable Pets at Denison Animal Welfare Group

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Yaga FKA Clyde

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
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Bridget

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
No Details Provided
Story
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Beaudreaux

Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 6 mos

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Story
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Crockett

Schnauzer (Giant)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
No Details Provided
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Shepherd Book

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Story
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Peppermint Patty

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Story
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Davy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Story
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Washburn

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Story
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Bear

Mastiff/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs

Denison, TX

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids
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Rescue FAQs

The Denison Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) is a group of volunteers dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of pets in need; education and access to low-cost spay/neuter/vaccination programs.

We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Our mission statement is: \r\nTo develop a successful adoption program for the abused, neglected, abandoned, or unwanted animals within the city of Denison, TX. To eliminate the euthanasia of healthy, adoptable animals. To develop a network of partners and businesses to fund this endeavor, and to create an organization that oversees animal welfare within the city of Denison. To raise funds to pay for veterinary care and fees associated with animal rescue.
We are located in Denison, Texas and serve the Texoma area of Grayson County, Texas and surrounding counties.

Adoption steps

  1. Submit Application
    Please fill out the application by visting us at http://denisonanimalwelfaregroup.org/adopt and clicking on the animal you are interested in
  2. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
    We will contact you to set up an appointment to meet your new pet.
  3. Pay Fee
    The next step is to pay the fee and sign the adoption contract. Fees vary and are typically disclosed in animal bio.
  4. Take the Pet Home
    Pets are released after they are spayed/neutered. In some cases, they've just been pulled from the city pound and must wait for next clinic

Additional adoption info

The City of Denison contracts with the Morton Street Animal Hospital (MSAH) to house impounded animals at 2500 West Morton Street.

Adoptions are through DAWG, fees vary. Animals are not released to adopters until they are spayed / neutered.

Typical dog fee is $75 except for young puppies and small dogs. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations and microchip.

Typical cat fee is $60. The adoption fee includes spay/neuter surgery, rabies shot and FCVR, feline leukemia, and treatment for all internal and external parasites.