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Denison Animal Welfare Group

Animal rescue in Denison, TX

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.

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P. O. Box 1330
Denison, TX 75021
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P. O. Box 1330

Denison, TX 75021

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Adoptable pets at Denison Animal Welfare Group

We'll also keep you updated on Buster 's adoption status with email updates.
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Buster

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Petey's adoption status with email updates.
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Petey

Domestic Shorthair

Female 2 mos
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Davy's adoption status with email updates.
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Davy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shadow

Schnauzer (Giant)

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Bonnie's adoption status with email updates.
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Bonnie

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 yrs
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Chance's adoption status with email updates.
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Chance

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 8 mos
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy

Australian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 11 mos
Denison, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Alfredo 's adoption status with email updates.
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Alfredo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Denison, TX

Rescue FAQs

We are located in Denison, Texas and serve the Texoma area of Grayson County, Texas and surrounding counties.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 3. Pay Fee
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

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.

Adoption application

https://denisonanimalwelfaregroup.org/adopt

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We'll also keep you updated on Coon Boy's adoption status with email updates.
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Coon Boy

Coonhound

Male, Adult
Mc Kinney, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Mimsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Mimsy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Little Elm, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Male Willow kit's adoption status with email updates.
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Male Willow kit

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 2 mos
Commerce, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Cole's adoption status with email updates.
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Cole

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, 11 yrs 3 mos
McKinney, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Palmier's adoption status with email updates.
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Palmier

Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs 2 mos
Frisco, TX
We'll also keep you updated on Kaylee's adoption status with email updates.
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Kaylee

Hound (Unknown Type)/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Young
Mckinney, TX

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