Helping Hands for Stray Dogs
The Struggle is Real
It’s a sad fact that stray, pregnant dogs are often the most difficult animals to adopt out. However, with the help of Tito’s Vodka for Dog People (VFDP) and Houston-based nonprofit Three Little Pitties Rescue, these pups are getting a second chance at finding forever homes.
A New "Mutt-ernity" Makeover Suite
The VFDP and Three Little Pitties Rescue have teamed up to create a new "mutt-ernity" makeover suite aimed at helping these dogs find forever homes. According to Alayna Matranga Goodson, executive director at Three Little Pitties Rescue, “The investment from Tito’s Handmade Vodka has propelled the rescue’s ability to completely change the future for thousands of puppies and mommy dogs in the Houston area." The new suite includes better staging areas for photos, improved grooming facilities, a dedicated puppy-cuddling area for volunteers, and a new mural.
Success Stories
The suite is already a success. The Tito’s team and Three Little Pitties recently rescued Lucy, a stray who was forced to give birth to her litter in a landfill. Lucy received treatment and grooming at the mutt-ernity suite, and she and her litter are currently thriving. Another dog, a pit bull mix named Ruby, was treated and housed at the suite before being flown to Washington after a family there adopted her.
Partnership and Mission
“Three Little Pitties has created something truly special – a safe, welcoming place for one of the most overlooked dog populations: stray pregnant dogs," said Beth Bellanti, program director for Tito’s Vodka for Dog People. Tito’s is a vodka brand founded in Austin in 1997 by Tito Beveridge, and the VFDP program has been part of the company almost since its founding. Three Little Pitties is one of Houston’s best-known non-profit animal rescues, specializing in pit bulls.
Conclusion
The partnership between Tito’s Vodka for Dog People and Three Little Pitties Rescue is a shining example of how organizations can come together to make a difference in the lives of stray dogs. With the new "mutt-ernity" makeover suite, these dogs are getting the care and attention they need to find forever homes. As the success stories of Lucy and Ruby show, this partnership is already making a positive impact, and it will be exciting to see the difference it continues to make in the future.
