Houston Matters
Here are 10 of the peskiest invasive species in Greater Houston
Posted on · There are dozens of invasive species of plants, animals, insects, and shellfish in Texas that threaten native species and cause other environmental concerns.
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Houston Matters
Tuesday’s Houston Matters: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, And COVID-19 Case Reporting (Aug. 4, 2020)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo answers your questions, how COVID-19 cases are reported, and the next phase of reopening at the zoo.
Mockingbird & Armadillo
WATCH: Adorable Zoo Babies | Mockingbird and Armadillo
Posted on · Animal Babies: First Year on Earth & NOVA fans will enjoy seeing our local animal babies...
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Woman Breaks Into Houston Home To Smoke Pot And Is Greeted By A Tiger
Posted on · By Tuesday, the tiger was headed to a sanctuary outside the city, while officials have launched a criminal probe in search of its owner.
Houston Matters
Houston’s Weather Means Animal Overpopulation Is A Year-Round Problem
Posted on · BARC's director says mild winters mean pets can eat, drink, and procreate year-round.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Strife In The HISD Board, And Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (Feb. 4, 2019)
Posted on · On Monday's Houston Matters: Strife in the HISD board, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher, stray animals, and Houston sports.
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WATCH: Which Are Smarter, Cats Or Dogs? PBS NewsHour Asked A Scientist
Posted on · “Asking which species is smarter is like asking if a hammer is a better tool than a screwdriver,” said Brian Hare, the founder and director of Duke University’s Canine Cognition Center
Houston Matters
Ask The Veterinarian: What Defines An Emotional Support Animal?
Posted on · Dr. Lori Teller from Meyerland Animal Clinic answers your questions on the health of your beloved dogs and cats.
Ernie at the Rodeo
Episode 3 Of #ErnieAtRodeo: Animals And Cowboys As Athletes
Posted on · Join Ernie Manouse from NRG Park for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo! Watch as he goes behind the scenes of one of the largest annual events in Houston
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Elephants For Eagles, Puppies For Patriots: Animals Predict Super Bowl LII
Posted on · The New England Patriots face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII on Sunday. Who will win? These animals make their highly educated guesses.
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Harris County Animal Shelter Offers Free Dog And Cat Adoptions
Posted on · The goal of placing at least 100 animals in homes before the holidays
Houston Matters
Houston SPCA Reunites Animals — Big and Small — After Harvey
Posted on · We talk with the SPCA about their efforts -- especially when it comes to reuniting bigger animals with their owners after the storm.
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Full Show: Advice On SBA Disaster Relief, And Reuniting Animals And Owners After Harvey (Sept. 28, 2017)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: A representative from the Small Business Administration answers your questions about applying for disaster relief aid from the agency. We learn how the Houston SPCA is reuniting animals with their owners after Harvey. And Houston's poet laureate shares poetry she wrote after the storm.
Houston Matters
Houston SPCA Can Offer Emergency Relief For Pet Owners
Posted on · Julie Kuenstle from Houston SPCA discusses animal rescues during Hurricane Harvey.
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Harris County Animal Shelter Expands Clinic Services
Posted on · Two animal welfare programs in Harris County are growing to fight pet homelessness.