DPS was started 30 plus years ago by Jeannie Cornelius. At one time she had 49 dogs in her care. Through a mutual friend I become involved and took on the President role when we moved here two years ago. We have both been life long animal lovers and feel a soul connection to them all. I worked with the Austin Humane Society as a dog volunteer (I'm allergic to cats but have 3) prior to moving.

We have a local email list and community board where all adoptable pets are posted. We work with our veterinarians and local shelters to place animals. Our animals do no go to the shelter unless our foster homes are full.