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Furry friends take a hike: Shelter pets enjoy nature walk
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk Grant Hochmuth , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The Grand Companions Shelter hosts a monthly event called 'Hike With A Homeless Pet' at Sibley Nature Center. In Midland, community members recently gathered for an event involving shelter pets.
In Midland, community members recently gathered for an event involving shelter pets. The Grand Companions Shelter hosts a monthly event called 'Hike With A Homeless Pet' at Sibley Nature Center. This event takes place on the first Thursday of every month.
Thirteen pets from the shelter were brought to the event and walked around a one-mile trail on the property. Families participated by taking turns walking the pets.
Further details about the event can be found through local news sources, including KMID and KPEJ.
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Category: parks Published: July 2, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Midland, community members recently gathered for an event involving shelter pets. The Grand Companions Shelter hosts a monthly event called 'Hike With A Homeless Pet' at Sibley Nature Center. This…
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