Hill Country Animal League Clinic

10/22/2026

You’ve seen what we do, now meet some of the people who make it happen! 🐾

From the team members who keep things running to the four-legged coworkers who make every day a little more entertaining, these are some of the faces that make HCAL what it is!💙

We’re proud of the people (and pups!) behind the work we do for pets in our community.😉

Get to know more about us and the services we offer by visiting our website: www.hcaltx.org

10/19/2026

You have a photo request waiting… 📸🐾

The Barktoberfest 2026 photo dump is HERE! From the best-dressed pups to the Doggy Dash action and everything in between, we captured some pretty unforgettable moments from this past Saturday.

Swipe through for a little recap of the day!🐶

📲 See a familiar face? Tag their human in the comments, and let us know which photo is your favorite.

10/17/2026

And just like that, another Barktoberfest is in the books! 🎉🐾

The costumes, the races, the cheering—we’ll be replaying this one for a while. Thank you to everyone who made today possible. We’re already counting down to next year!

Were you there? Drop your favorite part of today in the comments!

A huge thank-you to our sponsors:

Presenting Partners:
Boerne AC | Ginny Thompson SF Agent
Top Dog Sponsors:
Fair Oaks Emergency Room | HCAEH | Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists San Antonio | Urgent Care
Pack Leader Sponsors:
Frost Bank | CommuniCare | H-E-B | Raising Cane's | Boerne Veterinary Clinic
Loyal Companion Sponsors:
Power Home Remodeling | The UPS Store @ Leon Springs | D.R. Horton San Antonio
Friends of Barktoberfest Sponsors:
WS&P Insurance: Walthall Sachse & Pipes, Inc. | Great Clips | Five Star BaGreat Clipss of the Hill Country | Express Flooring

See youExpress Flooringt 2027!😉

10/16/2026

Fall weather is finally making an appearance, and just in time for Barktoberfest! 🍂

Cooler temps, doggy dash races, adorable costumes, local vendors, pet adoptions, and a whole lot of reasons to spend your Saturday outside!

Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Boerne Main Plaza | FREE admission

Grab your friends, bring your pups, and come welcome fall with us! See you tomorrow!😊

10/16/2026

🎶 All the pretty paws shine like this 😎🐾

We are getting ready for Barktoberfest this Saturday! Our Boerne Animal Care pups are strutting their stuff while the cats and kittens strike their cutest poses !

Come meet these stars (and more adoptable pets!) at Boerne Main Plaza! ✨

Check out this event and more on the Community Calendar at MyBoerneNews.com

10/14/2026

Your Saturday plans just got a whole lot better! 🐾

Barktoberfest is just THREE days away, and we’ve got a full day planned for you! From Doggy Dash races and costume contests to rescue pet adoptions, local vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, and more, there’s something for everyone (including your four-legged friends)!

📍 Boerne Main Plaza
📅 THIS Saturday, October 17 | 10 AM–4 PM
🎟️ FREE admission!

Grab your friends, bring your pups, and come spend the day with us. We can’t wait to see you this Saturday!😉

Event details: https://hcaltx.org/barktoberfest/

10/13/2026

It’s a Great Day SA! Catch our mascot, Tex, Glenda the Good Witch and Dolly for their television debut this morning ❤️

If you missed it, the whole team will be at Barktoberfest this Saturday from 10-4 at the Boerne Main Plaza.

Learn more about Barktober and how your pets can celebrate as well

10/13/2026

A big shoutout to our Pack Leader Sponsors! 🎉

Barktoberfest wouldn’t be the same without the businesses and organizations that show up for our community and support our mission. We’re so grateful to have partners who help make this event happen and continue making a difference for pets across our community!

Thank you for being part of our pack! 🐶💛

A special thank you to our Pack Leader Sponsors:
Frost
H-E-B
Raising Cane's
CommuniCare Pediatrics - Boerne
Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists - San Antonio
Boerne Veterinary Clinic

10/12/2026

Some of the best Barktoberfest memories come with a new best friend. 🐾

Every year, local rescue organizations bring adoptable pets to Barktoberfest, giving them a chance to meet potential forever families. These are just a few of the sweet faces we’ve met over the years!

Join us on October 17! Who knows? You might just meet your new best friend.

📍Boerne Main Plaza | 10 AM–4 PM

10/12/2026

Good care and a great community go hand in hand!🩺

We’re excited to recognize My Urgent Care Clinic as one of our Top Dog Sponsors for this year’s Barktoberfest! Dedicated to serving the Boerne community, My Urgent Care provides convenient, accessible healthcare for individuals and families in the area.♥️

A big thank-you to their team for supporting HCAL and helping make Barktoberfest possible!🐾

Learn more: https://www.myurgentcaretx.com/boerne |