TITLE: Commending San Antonio Pets Alive! on the occasion of its first anniversary.

SUMMARY: Commending San Antonio Pets Alive! on the occasion of its first anniversary.

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WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize San Antonio Pets Alive! on the occasion of its first anniversary; and WHEREAS, This dedicated no-kill organization was founded in January of 2012 and incorporated with nonprofit status in April of 2012; in one short year, the group has helped save the lives of more than 5,900 animals and has exponentially increased awareness among citizens that there are alternatives to pet surrender, which often results in euthanasia; and WHEREAS, Working in partnership with the City of San Antonio, this laudable group functions on a grassroots level to save dogs and cats through adoption, foster care, urgent medical care, bottle-feeding programs, and community education; and WHEREAS, San Antonio Pets Alive! has achieved remarkable results; after its inception, the city shelter's save rate jumped from 30 percent in October of 2011 to 72 percent the following October; the group's ultimate mission is to achieve and sustain a 90 percent save rate and to make San Antonio the largest no-kill city in the country; and WHEREAS, This outstanding nonprofit organization has successfully motivated and coordinated the efforts of community members, businesses, and volunteers to save the lives of thousands of pets and find them safe and loving homes; it is indeed worthy of praise and recognition for its humane efforts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, hereby commend San Antonio Pets Alive! on the occasion of its first anniversary and extend to its staff and volunteers sincere best wishes for further success in all their future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this exceptional organization as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Uresti President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2013.