Texoma Tails - February 2026

Another month means another edition of Texoma Tails. This is our third edition, and so far we’ve had a pet adopted from each issue. Shadow the dachshund mix from our January issue found a home last month after a wait as long as his little body! We are thrilled for Shadow and wish him a life full of love! We believe every cat and dog deserves a loving home. With the stray crisis continuing to overwhelm the resources of so many cities, we want to do what we can to help connect deserving pets with the people they’re meant to find.

Precious

Precious was born in September of 2025, making her around five months old. She is under the care of Heart & Soul Pet Rescue, located in Fletcher, Oklahoma. This stunning Domestic Short-Haired Tabby is living up to her name in every way. While she loves a good play session with her fellow rescue felines, her rescuers say her true passion is big dogs! They said Precious spends her days snuggling up with her foster siblings, a large Shepherd Mix and a Belgian Mix. 

“Precious is a total sweetheart with a social battery that never runs out! If you have a gentle giant at home, she might just be their new favorite pillow.” 

Those interested in adopting Precious can start the process by filling out the adoption application for her on Petfinder. 

Gracie

Gracie is around a year old and she has just the right balance of sweet and sassy, according to those that know her at Stephens County Humane Society located in Duncan, Oklahoma. They described Gracie as very affectionate and loyal to the people she trusts. She does well on a leash, doesn’t make messes in her kennel and adores peanut butter! It’s believed that Gracie would do best in an adult-only home.

“Wrapped in a sleek black coat, and ready to follow you anywhere… especially if treats are involved!”

Gracie's adoption fee is $60, which includes spay, vaccines and microchip. To inquire about her call 580-252-7387 or drop by the Stephens County Humane Society animal shelter.

Teddy Twilight

Teddy is a year and a half old Black Mouth Cur/Shepherd mix. He’s house-trained and knows basic commands, with toys being his biggest motivator. Teddy was adopted from Fishy’s Friends Rescue in Lawton, Oklahoma, once but the family that adopted him couldn’t make enough time to work with him so he was returned to Fishy’s and currently staying with a foster. He is an affectionate, loyal, playful dog, with a desire to please. He does well with kids and other dogs but it’s not recommended he go to a home with cats. 

“Teddy’s friendly nature shines through in how much he loves hanging out – he’s a real social butterfly with hoomans.”

Teddy’s adoption fee is $300, which includes all his updated vetting. To inquire about Teddy, reach out to info@fishysfriendsrescue.com or call 1(877)863-4749.

Fresca

UPDATE: Fresca has been adopted!!! Fresca is an eight year old “purr machine” staying with a foster through Miss Fannie’s Friends rescue in Wichita Falls, Texas. She’s very friendly and adores being loved on. She also does well with other cats. Those that know her say she would make an excellent addition to a home looking for a calm but social companion. 

“At eight years old, she’s the perfect mix of mature and affectionate.” 

To learn about more cats like Fresca, visit their website at https://www.missfanniesfriends.com

Cookie

Cookie is estimated to be around three years old and weighs about 40 lbs. She’s expected to be a shepherd mix. She’s located at the Altus Animal Shelter in Altus, Oklahoma, where staff say her favorite thing to do is play fetch! They say she could play all day! They describe her personality as being smart, energetic, affectionate, and good with kids.

“Let’s talk about the ears. One stands up. One flops down. And together? Absolute perfection. If you’re looking for a fun, loving companion with signature ears and a happy heart, Cookie is ready to meet you.”

Cookie’s adoption fee is $75 and includes all her updated vetting. Those interested in meeting her can visit the shelter during adoption hours, which take place Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and every third Saturday from  10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pecos

Pecos is a three year old PyraDoodle, meaning he’s standard poodle size. Shelter staff say he arrived at Wilbarger Humane Society shelter in Vernon, Texas, as a stray with his brother. They say he has a good temperament and will do well with or without a canine sibling. However, he has not been tested with cats or kids. That said, the shelter expressed that they’d be willing to let him do a meet and greet for interested adopters with children. Given he thick, curly coat Pecos will require being groomed regularly.

“He listens well to direction and minds very well. He likes to play and insists on head and ear massages before he will eat.”

For those interested in meeting Pecos, stop by the shelter during their business hours which are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.