Greater Temple-Belton Foundation for Animal Care

09/25/2026

It's a very sad time here at Greater Temple-Belton Foundation (GTBF). This week we lost an amazing gentleman who was a driving force for animal welfare in our community. Dr. Lance Crews was known by many as the senior veterinarian at Animal Medical Care in Temple, Texas and as a very active advocate for the pets of Bell County and beyond.

Robert Lance Crews Obituary
The family announces the passing of Robert Lance Crews of Temple, Texas on September 21, 2026. Robert, born on February 17, 1940, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life.

He was predeceased by: his parent Jesse Carroll Crews; his wife Lyda Lynn Aycock; his mother Lenora Annabelle Hoff Crews (Hoff); and his brothers, Duane Crews and Linton Crews.

He is survived by: his children, Suzanna Ross of Victoria, Ross Crews (Lorraine) of Rogers and Clayton Crews (Missie) of Belton; his sister Iris Rodgers (Lane Rodgers) of Victoria; his grandchildren, Nicole Ross, Candice Eixman, Elise Pittman, Casey Crews, Sloan Crews and Connor Crews; his great grandchildren, Kaylee Mora, Emery Eixman, Jett Eixman, Ellison Eixman and Hallie Pittman; and his former wives, Ann Cook, Linda Gregory and Loretta Gowan.

Visitation was held on Thursday, September 24th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Scanio-Harper Funeral Home (3110 Airport Rd, Temple, TX 76504). A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 10:00 AM and at 4:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Lance's memory to the Greater Temple Belton Foundation for Animal Care*.

*To make a donation, you can click the "Donate" button at the top of this page, or donations may be mailed to, or dropped off at:
Animal Medical Care
1604 W. Avenue H
Temple, TX 76504

09/24/2026

The Pets of the week at the Temple Animal Shelter are available for adoption at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. Just take a look at these beautiful, loving faces and pick the one (or more) that makes your heart happy. For more information on any of the sweet pets at the shelter, head on over to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732.

09/18/2026

Let's talk about the Pets of the week at the Temple Animal Shelter. These adorable animals are available for adoption at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. For more information on any of the sweet pets at the shelter, head on over to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732. Read on for more information about each of these precious souls.

Now is a great time to adopt a new, loving family member. Summer is just about over (ok, not really, we're in Texas), the holidays are still a few months away, and there isn't much else going on, so head on over to the local animal shelter and meet your new bestie - you will be so glad you did!

09/12/2026

Hold onto your heart as we introduce the first Pets of the week list for the Temple Animal Shelter for September 2026. These lovely pups and kitties are available for adoption at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. For more information on any of the sweet pets at the shelter, head on over to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732.

Well it looks like we're all still waiting for this heat wave to end. While we wait (and sweat and hope), how about checking out these cool cats and pups at the Temple Animal Shelter. Each of them has lots of love to offer, not to mention beauty AND brains. If you're ready to add an awesome sidekick to your circle of friends, head on over and scoop up one of these amazing sweethearts to add to your loving family.

08/27/2026

Take a look at the Pets of the week list for the Temple Animal Shelter. Each one is available for adoption at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. If you want, you can go to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732 for more information on any of the pets at the shelter.

This heat wave has to end soon, right? And when it does wouldn't it be awesome to have an adorable snuggle buddy by your side for the rest of their life? Why yes, it certainly would. So your next step is to get acquainted with these 8 precious souls and find the one that steals your heart, then head on over to the Temple Animal Shelter and make them an official member of your loving family.

08/20/2026

Brace yourself because we have some pretty amazing dogs and cats on this week's Pets of the week list for the Temple Animal Shelter. All of these cuties are available for adoption at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. If you want, you can go to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732 for more information on any of the pets at the shelter.

As summer starts winding down and the kids head off to school it might be the perfect time to add the perfect pet to your loving family. We all know just about every kid loves coming home to a fur-baby ready to shower them with love to take away the stress of a long day at school. So take a look at these precious pets (how about those ears on Funyun and those squishy cheeks on Karma!) and head over to the Temple Animal Shelter to make your family complete.

08/07/2026

Let's check out the Pets of the week for the Temple Animal Shelter. You can meet any of these pups and kitties at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas, or you can go to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732 for more information on any of the pets at the shelter.

Summer in Texas! Don't we just love it? (or not so much?) Oh well, let's talk about the beautiful, loving, friendly dogs and cats at the Temple Animal Shelter (or any shelter near you). These sweet souls are NOT defective or damaged, they are not bad or misbehaved (some may be a little mischievous), they are just homeless and looking for a new family to love, and that's usually because a person let them down.

Please give these 8 fur babies a few minutes of your time, and even share them with others who may be able to give them the amazing life they truly deserve.

07/28/2026

07/22/2026

Say hello to my little friends on the Pets of the week for the Temple Animal Shelter. You can meet any of these adorable fur babies at 620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, Texas. For more information on any of these pets (or any of the many other pets at the shelter) just go to the website at https://www.templetx.gov/.../animal_services/pet_search.php or call the shelter at call 254-298-5732.

It is SO hot out there! No one wants to be out in the Texas heat when they can cuddle up with their new fur buddy in the air conditioned house and watch movies or binge on Netflix. Take a look at this precious faces and you're bound to find at least one to chill with you through the summer months (and through the rest of their lives).

Stay cool y'all - hydrate, stay in the shade (or better yet, inside the house), and be mindful of our furry family members during this nasty heat wave.