Camp Run-A-Mutt Henderson

10/07/2026

🐾 October is National Pet Wellness Month — so we’re kicking off all month long!

First up: your dog’s weight. Did you know nearly 60% of dogs in the US are overweight — and most owners don’t realize it? Extra weight sneaks up gradually, and honestly, a chonky dog is very cute. 😅

But excess weight puts real strain on joints, heart health, and longevity. A simple check: ribs should be feelable (not visible) under light pressure, and your dog should have a visible waist when viewed from above.

The best medicine? Regular play and social time — and we happen to have a great facility for that. 🐶

10/07/2026

Friday October 30th bring you pup in for the costume contest.
We will also be taking Halloween photos, Tricks for Treats. Ball pit and a treat for you dog to take home at the end of the day.
All the fun is included with your daycare or boarding. Costumes not necessary to join in all the fun.

10/01/2026

🖤 Happy National Black Dog Day!

Here’s something worth knowing: black dogs are statistically among the last to be adopted from shelters — often because of superstition or simply because they’re harder to photograph well.

But at camp? Our black-coated campers are absolute rock stars. 🐾

Share a photo of a black dog you love in the comments — owned, fostered, or just admired from afar. And if you’ve been thinking about adoption, consider giving a dark-coated pup their chance. They will absolutely make up for it in personality. 🖤🐶

09/30/2026

A month into fall, and the new routine is starting to feel like second nature. 🍂🐾

For our daycare regulars, fall just means new smells, cooler mornings, and the same crew they’ve been looking forward to seeing. Dogs are adaptable — especially when they have somewhere consistent to be.

What does your dog love most about coming to camp? Let us know in the comments. 🐶

📸: Camp Run-A-Mutt Columbus

09/23/2026

Furby's Adoption Day Story

My two 13 year old labs had crossed that rainbow bridge. I was still grieving them while pondering what breed of dog I would look for over my summer break (I'm a teacher). I doubted the 2.5 months would be enough to train and settle in a puppy, but I was going to try it!
Then, one morning I arrived at work to find two other staff members just sitting in their cars. They were afraid of the wolf-like dog wandering campus. I parked and walked cautiously over to the dog. He was friendly, happy, but skittish. He was dirty and hadn't had his thick coat brushed out and it was coat-shedding season. He wouldn't leave campus, but followed me to my portable classroom. And that is where he stayed for 2 hours while we waited for the Animal Foundation to come pick him up.
By then, we were bonded. He wasn't microchipped so I took his intake number and thought I'd wait a week to give his family a chance to reclaim him. No one did. Lucky Me! I took my husband to meet our new dog and he passed the test! April 1, 2024 was a very good day!

09/23/2026

Today is National Adopted Dog Day — and we have a story to share. 🐾❤️

Meet Amelie, a five-year-old Weimaraner and proud camper at Camp Run-A-Mutt Houston Galleria. She came from the Weimaraner Rescue of Texas at just six months old, rescued from a situation no dog should ever be in. Today she sleeps in her mom’s bed, runs free at her grandparents’ ranch, and goes by “Omelette” at camp — where she has opinions about how long mom lingers at drop-off. 😂

We’re sharing her full story on the blog today in honor of every dog who found their second chapter.

https://camprunamutt.com/from-rescue-to-running-free-meet-amelie/

📍 Camp Run-A-Mutt Houston Galleria

Meet Amelie — a five-year-old Weimaraner rescued at just six months old, who went from 16 hours a day in a cage to sleeping in her mom's bed, running free in Texas, and charming everyone at Camp Run-A-Mutt Houston Galleria. This is her story.

09/18/2026

A quick reminder — we’re still collecting adoption stories from our camp families this week in honor of National Adopted Dog Day on September 23rd.

If your dog came from a rescue or shelter, we’d love to see their picture and hear their story! Send us a DM or share in the comments. 🐾❤️

09/16/2026

Fall can actually be one of the best times for your pup to start daycare. Here's why:

✅ Cooler temps make outdoor play even more enjoyable
✅ Your dog gets a consistent routine while the household schedule shifts
✅ It’s a great time to build a new habit before the holidays

If it's your first time considering daycare, we make it easy! It starts with a temperament test and a trial day, and we'll take it from there. We'd love to meet you and your pup!

📸: Camp Run-A-Mutt Houston Energy Corridor