After more than four years of dreaming and planning, our SNIPSA van has finally gotten its makeover, and we couldn’t be more excited to show it off! 🎨🐾
Bringing this vision to life is the incredible artwork of Patti Schermerhorn, a talented local artist, devoted SNIPSA foster, and longtime friend of our rescue. Patti generously opened her collection of artwork, allowing us to feature pieces from her Peace, Love & Paws series. Now, her colorful creations will travel the streets of San Antonio, helping us spread our mission of saving lives everywhere we go!
Patti, you have shared your he(ART) with SNIPSA in so many ways over the years, and this gift is especially meaningful. We are beyond grateful for your generosity, friendship, and unwavering love for our animals. What a beautiful way to turn art into awareness!
Thank you for helping us take our mission on the road in the most colorful way possible! ❤️🐶🚐
At SNIPSA, our rescued pets hold a permanent spot in our hearts, so this year, we put together a traditional ofrenda in our front office to honor and remember all the beloved pets, fosters, and rescues we’ve loved and lost.
So, what exactly is an ofrenda? Originating from Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) traditions, an ofrenda (Spanish for “offering”) is a beautiful home altar or display created to welcome back the souls of loved ones who have passed away. Decorated with bright marigolds, candles, framed photos, and favorite treats, it acts as a joyful beacon to guide their spirits back home for a sweet annual reunion.
Our four-legged family members give us a lifetime of unconditional love, and our office altar is our way of honoring our beloved pets who’ve passed.
Camp SNIPSA at Lone Star State K9
Bunk 4 (The Goodest Boys)
Dear Future Family,
Greetings from Summer Camp! I’m writing to you because the counselors here say I’ve officially been voted “Camper of the Week” TWICE now! They told me it’s time to start packing my bags because my forever family is out there looking for me right now.
Camp has been a wild ride. I’ve been working really hard on my badges over the past two months. Here is what I’ve achieved so far:
The Shadow Badge: Granted for my expert ability to stay right by your side and be your most loyal companion.
The Perfect Fetch Badge: Unlike some campers, when you throw the ball, I actually bring it back. Every. Single. Time.
The Good Manners Badge: I’m fully kennel-trained and ready for a real home.
Because I’m a Carolina Dog/Husky mix, I definitely get voted “Most Athletic” around here. I have plenty of energy and would thrive in a home that loves hiking, agility, or giving me fun “jobs” to keep my smart brain busy. The counselors say I’m the full package: affectionate, spunky, and full of life.
I’ve done the work, I’ve graduated camp, and I’m ready to come home.
All that’s missing… is you!
Can you come pick me up?
Love,
Val
