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  • “For the Animals, by the Humans” Plant-Powered Potluck

    Saturday, June 14th6 – 9 PM First UU Church, 5200 Fannin Join us for a compassionate celebration of flavor and community! Our Plant-Based Potluck brings together animal lovers to enjoy delicious cruelty-free cuisine where no animals… Read more

  • Paws and Reflection: A Celebration of Love and Remembrance

    Our Animal Blessings and Pet Memorial Service was a truly heartwarming gathering. Surrounded by beloved dogs, cats, and their devoted humans, we shared a sacred space filled with love, remembrance, and connection. The readings were… Read more

  • Animal Welfare Initiative: The CARGO Act

    For 40 years, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has been sending taxpayer money by the billions to foreign laboratories around the world to bankroll some of the most atrocious, cruel, and pointless experiments on animals imaginable. The… Read more

  • Writing to the Harris County Animal Shelter Director

    Please consider writing to the director of Harris County Animal Shelter (Corey.Steele@phs.hctx.net). The situation is grave for our precious companion animals in Houston. An example letter is copied below: —————————- I am writing to express… Read more

  • Happy National Adopt a ShelterPet Day!!!

    Every year on April 30th, National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day reminds us of the millions of loving animals waiting in shelters for their forever homes. If you’ve been considering adding a four-legged friend to… Read more

  • Please express your support for HB3458 to End Puppy Mill Sales in Texas!

    Please email Ann Johnson and ask for her support of HB3458 (see sample email below). Note the email address below is corrected: Ann.johnson@house.texas.gov —————- Please Support HB3458 to End Puppy Mill Sales in Texas Dear… Read more

  • Please express your support for HB3458 to End Puppy Mill Sales in Texas!

    Please email Ann Johnson and ask for her support of HB3458 (see sample email below). Ann.johnson@house.texas.gov —————- Please Support HB3458 to End Puppy Mill Sales in Texas Dear Representative Johnson, I’m writing to express my… Read more

  • Wild About Wildlife Ice Cream Social Recap!

    What a sweet success! Over 30 nature-loving guests joined us for the Wild About Wildlife Ice Cream Social, and the event was a hoot! From age 7 to 70, it was a truly intergenerational gathering filled with… Read more

  • Animal Blessing and Pet Memorial Service

    You’re invited to our Animal Blessing & Pet Memorial Service—a heartfelt gathering to honor the animals we love and remember those we’ve lost. We’ll begin with a gentle grief circle to share stories and healing,… Read more

  • Pet Food Collection a Success!

    Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Animal Ministry, Religious Education, and Community Projects Teams, many pounds of pet food were collected, bagged, and delivered to Meals on Wheels this year. Your generosity is helping… Read more

Welcome to the UU Animal Ministry of Houston blog!

I’m Megan, an animal welfare activist who has dedicated her life helping animals. Through this blog, I aim to share news, events and thoughts that relate to animal welfare.

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