The Houston Astros joined the efforts of Saving Animals and the City of Houston’s Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care (BARC) to produce the 2007 Astros Pet Calendar available now for $15. Proceeds from the fourteen-month calendar benefit Saving Animals’ Pet Adoption Center and the Astros in Action Foundation. Astros players and staff sat for portraits with their pets, as well as with animals available for adoption from BARC. Among the Astros lineup appearing in the calendar are Brad Ausmus, Brandon Backe, Dave Borkowski, Chris Burke, Jason Lane, Brad Lidge, Eric Munson, Chad Qualls and more. The programs and services of Saving Animals will touch the lives of more than 30,000 dogs and cats this year alone. The agency provides veterinary, education and adoption services to help eliminate financial, geographical and cultural barriers that cause animal suffering. Sean Hawkins, Saving Animals’ President, says he is “committed to making this city one where every adoptable pet has a permanent and loving home.” The Astros in Action Foundation has been “Fielding the Dreams of Houston” since it was established in 2000 during the Astros inaugural season in Houston’s downtown ballpark. The mission of the foundation is to use the strength of the National Pastime to enhance the quality of life in the community through educational, health, and spiritual endeavors. Click here to order your calendar today www.savinganimals.org. Thanks to special arrangements from the Petco Foundation, you can also purchase the Astros’ Pet Calendar at any Petco store in Texas!!