The First Annual Miranda Lambert "Cause for the Paws" benefit raised approximetly $113,000 for the Humane Society of East Texas last Saturday. It will be the major fundraiser for the shelter each year.

Lambert, an animal lover and Lindale native, chose the Humane Society of East Texas as her charity and has been a supporter for several years. Her terrier Delilah was adopted from the Humane Society in 2007.

"'Cause for the Paws' was a huge success for so many reasons!" said Lambert on her website. "Delilah and I felt so honored to be a part of it and a heartfelt thank you goes out those that bought tickets, the sponsors and everyone who contributed in any way to help the abused and abandoned animals of East Texas."

The event included a silent auction featuring items from friends Blake Shelton, Adam Hood and Kacey Musgraves. They also performed at the event.

Activities at Miranda Lambert's First Annual "Cause for the Paws" Wine Tasting Festival included a silent and live auction, food and wine tasting, a Meet and Mingle VIP private cocktail party for sponsors of the event and a concert with the four entertainers. Miranda's "bus buddy", Delilah, who is a Humane Society of East Texas alumnus, was also on hand.

Labels: Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert