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Luna Raptor and her special human, Tara Stewart, principal at S.T.E.P., GISD’s Successful Transition Education Program at the Wilco Juvenile Justice Center.
GISD therapy dog a finalist in “Hero Pets” national competition, needs your vote
Katherine Hamilton
Luna Raptor, Georgetown ISD’s therapy dog needs your vote. Luna is the beloved Irish Setter whose loving and gentle disposition makes everything alright at the Wilco Juvenile Justice Center.
Friday, April 3, 2026
Kevin waits for his owner Tony Kawashima to toss a toy into the pool during K-9 Kerplunk, held in the outdoor pool at the Georgetown Recreation Center on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
Doggie Paddle at the K-9 Kerplunk
Andy Sharp
Georgetown's K-9 Kerplunk is held in the outdoor pool at the Georgetown Recreation Center on Saturday, September 6. The annual event is sponsored by Georgetown Parks & Recreation. This year’s event had separate pool times, one for smaller dogs, another for larger dogs.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Jodie Hooks, owner of Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park, stands with a happy customer. Photos courtesy Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park
Tails wag at Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park in Leander
Abbey Archer
“We pride ourselves on being the community dog park that happens to have a really cool bar,” said Jodie Hooks, owner of Dog House Drinkery & Dog Park. “Our unofficial slogan is ‘Where everyone knows your dog’s name.’ We really focus on the dogs first and the humans second.
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Williamson County Animal Shelter hosts annual foster program
Nalani Nuylan
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will offer its annual Home for the Holidays fostering program this year.
As a part of the Home for the Holidays foster program, residents can pick out any medium or large dog as a foster pet through the holiday season.
Friday, November 17, 2023