Foster Dog Angus
We all remember Aiden! This is Aiden's BIG BROTHER, Angus. Angus is 20 months old, but he's still all playful puppy. We call Angus' breed "Malahita" because we think that he's a mix of malamute, lab, akita and hound.
We would like to place Angus in a home as an only dog or with a sister.
Angus is about to start at Southpaws, where meetings can be arranged.
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We Desperately Need Your Help
Last week, we opened our doors to a Gulf Coast Bully Breed Rescue seeking shelter from hurricane Ike. The people running the group have returned to the coast, and planned to surrender these dogs to the shelter. They had no emergency plan. The dogs have gone through the stress of relocation only to be dumped.
Seven dogs are here. They all have good temperaments and are in relatively good health.
We need your help. If you can't foster or adopt, please consider donating some time to walk the dogs or supervise playgroups, or bring by some food or money to support these great animals as we work to find homes for them.
Please contact us if you can help in any way. You can donate money quickly and securely through PayPal by clicking the button below. Any amount will help.
Welcome
Welcome to Southpaws Playschool, a free range canine daycare where our focus is all about dogs! We are a climate controlled, indoor facility located in south Austin, Texas.
We also provide a variety of products and services, including puppy crate training, obedience classes, and training.
We're located two miles south of downtown Austin at 2324B South Lamar Blvd (just North of Bluebonnet).
A Typical Day. . .
Southpaws dogs have fun, burn energy, and learn new skills. We truly enjoy watching each dog make new canine and human friends, and receive mental stimulation while playing games with staff and interacting with their play group.
We separate the dogs into three play group, based on play style, personality and size. All dogs play with their group in our climate controlled playroom and go outside with their play group for fresh air, ball playing and potty breaks several times each day. Nap time is from noon till 2:00 p.m. A variety of music is played to help stimulate and relax the dogs. Timeout facilities are available when needed to promote a healthy pack environment.
All dogs receive individual attention, and we are happy to report on your dog's behavior and activities at the end of each play day. We also watch your pet closely and do our best to note any potential health or grooming issues we may observe.
Our Role in Your Dog's Life
At Southpaws Playschool we recognize the innate intelligence of dogs and the essential companionship and joy they offer their human caretakers. Our goal is to support you in meeting a good balance of exercise, training and affection needs for your dog, regardless of his/her temperament or background. We are proud of the many dogs we've helped learn to be outstanding family and community members.
Our canine daycare strives to provide a safe, pleasant and stimulating place for you to leave your dog during working hours. We have extensive training and experience in pack behavior and have designed our programs to give your dog a fun, active place to exercise, play and build better social skills with dogs and people.
News & Announcements
Blanket Drive for Town Lake Animal Center
With cold weather approaching, the dogs at TLAC (Town Lake Animal Center) need our help. The call has gone out for blankets to keep the dogs warm this winter.
Southpaws is holding a blanket drive for the rest of the month of October. Each blanket that you bring in will enter your name in a drawing for a free week of daycare.
Let's all dig through our closets and pay forward our good fortune to help those less fortunate. ... Read More »
Gertie Paulson-O'Toole
Our sweet Gertie passed away in September. Thank you to those who kept her in their thoughts. She will be missed. ... Read More »
Casey Eggart-Brown
We have just received that sad news that Casey Eggart-Brown passed away this morning. Casey was a past Southpaw, and was the brother of Cassie.
Casey was a big, happy golden retriever; if you ever met him you wouldn't forget--he was that special.
Our sympathies go to his family. ... Read More »
Coupon Drive a Big Success
As you may know, Southpaws Playschool is a collection point for the Greater Austin Pet Food Bank. The pet food bank works with several groups to distribute food to the pets of people in need.
In order to help the food bank stretch its money, Southpaws parents participated in a coupon drive. Over $235 in coupons was collected, covering pet food, cat litter, and flea preventive.
Thanks for your participation, Southpaws moms and dads! ... Read More »
Keep Gertie in Your Thoughts
Gertie Paulson-O'Toole, one half of the German shepherd duo "Gus and Gert", has had to undergo back surgery. As of right now, Gert is not doing very well. Please keep Gert and her family in your thoughts. ... Read More »
Belle Rodriguez a Hero
Recently, Belle Rodriguez (BelleRod to her friends) scared an intruder out of her mom, Gloria's, garage. We are all very proud of Belle and her bravery. ... Read More »
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