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Brownsville Animal Regulation & Care Center

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

The Brownsville Animal Regulation Care Center is committed to improving the quality of life for all members of our extended community. The Brownsville Animal Control Department is a division under the Department of Health, Wellness, and Animal Services. Animal Control related matters include: o Recent impounded animal o Stray animals o Deceased animals o Violations of City ordinance pertaining to animals o Reporting animal cruelty o Animal bites o Animal nuisances o Farm animals inside City Limits

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Donja's Dogs

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

Donja's Dogs is a no-kill rescue and foster organization that is dedicated to protecting, rehabilitating, and ultimately being a safe haven to SHELTER animals that are in desperate need of a second chance. We do our best to help out the homeless and mistreated pet population in and around our area while caring for the animals that we have saved along the way. Like many of our fellow animal lovers and advocates we also strive to make an impact in our community by educating pet owners and adopters on how they can keep there beloved animals safe and healthy. The fight to rescue is a tough one and anybody can make a difference! Adopt, Foster, Volunteer, Donate. Help us spread the word that can't be spoken by the animals that desperately need our help.

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Palm Valley Animal Society

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

Palm Valley Animal Society (PVAS) is a dedicated 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to animal welfare across Hidalgo County, including four key municipalities. With two operational centers in Edinburg, TX, PVAS plays a vital role in our community, providing shelter and care to over 10,000 animals annually. Serving a growing population that now exceeds 888,000 residents in Hidalgo County, we continue to strive towards making a positive impact in the lives of animals and our community members alike. PVAS is on a journey to save lives and create a safe, humane community for all of the Rio Grande Valley. PVAS accepts stray, sick, and injured animals from municipalities and counties who contract our services regardless of age, or breed, making us the largest intake facility in Hidalgo County.

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Harlingen Animal Shelter

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

Nestled in the heart of our community, the Harlingen Animal Shelter represents a beacon of hope for our four-legged friends. Officially established in 2024 as a proud department of the City of Harlingen, our purpose is heartfelt and simple: to find forever homes for cats, dogs, and all their adorable puppies and kittens. At Harlingen Animal Shelter, we believe that every animal deserves a chance at happiness and a loving family. With this belief guiding us, our dedicated team of nine full-time staff members and two part-time staff members work to care for our animals, coordinate meaningful adoptions, engage our community through social media, and do everything within our power to ensure our furry friends find loving homes they deserve. Our commitment extends beyond just finding forever homes; we're also here to reunite lost pets with their families. Thanks to the diligent work of city animal care services, dogs and cats that find their way to us are given a chance to return to their owners through our team's reunification efforts. At the Harlingen Animal Shelter, every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of animals and humans alike. Through love, care, and the relentless pursuit of happy tails, we strive to create a community where every pet has a place to call home.

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Isabel Y. Garcia Animal Shelter

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

All Port Isabel residents owning pets (dogs or cats) must have those pets Microchipped. Microchipping offers pet owners the only truly permanent method of identifying your pet and linking that pet back to you and limits the numbers of animals going to the shelter. Microchipping will be made at the Isabel Y. Garcia Animal shelter at the end of Woody Lane in Port Isabel. The Isabel Y. Garcia Animal Shelter in Port Isabel, TX is a no-termination date shelter providing homes, medical care, and socialization to homeless and surrendered animals until they are adopted into their forever homes. Our friendly staff will help you take a pet out to meet and interact with them, and can answer your questions about the pet's known health history and temperament.

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Friends of Animal Rescue

#100 in United States, #22 in Texas, #1 in Brownsville

Friends of Animal Rescue is a 501(C)(3) non profit organization that was founded in 2010 to assist the City of Port Isabel when the City took control of the Isabel Y. Garcia Animal Shelter. After placing the shelter’s 400 animals, Friends refocused their efforts towards the animals on South Padre Island. We believe there is a home for each and every homeless animal. We do not believe in euthanizing for the sake of over population, thus we are a no kill shelter for the City of South Padre Island. We are the voice of the animals, assisting & caring for over 800 animals in a given year. Friends of Animal Rescue services South Padre Island by: 1. Reuniting lost pets with residents and tourists 2. Adopting out the homeless and unclaimed animals 3. Vetting of animals, which includes spaying/neutering, vaccinations, micro-chipping, heartworm testing & treatment 4. Implementing a trap and release program to reduce feral cat population and the spread of disease 5. Assisting in the care of wildlife: possums, raccoons, birds, turtles, etc. by partnering with organizations such as Sea Life and Sea Turtle, Inc. Friends of Animal Rescue also does the following: • Out of state adoptions, including assisting in arranging transport for those animals • Assist in the transfer of certain dog breeds to specific rescues, such as Pug Hearts of Houston • Transfer cats to San Antonio Humane Society to get them adopted faster

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Welcome to the 2025 Brownsville, TX Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Brownsville, TX chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

This list is sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks. Sniffspot offers 0 private dog parks in the Brownsville area, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Brownsville dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Brownsville, TX. These remarkable organizations have been recognized for their unwavering dedication to the well-being of countless dogs. We've compiled this list by gathering heartfelt testimonials from both the Sniffspot community and the wider public, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on these exceptional shelters.

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Sniffspot Brownsville Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Brownsville?

There are 0 in Brownsville. Outside of Brownsville, there are 71 located in Texas.

Are there any breed-specific dog rescues and shelters in Brownsville?

We do not have any record of breed specific rescues and shelters in Brownsville, but there are the top breed-specific rescue and shelter types in nearby metro, Texas Husky Rescue, Texas Sled Dog Rescue, North Texas Australian Shepherd Rescue

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