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The Best Texas Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2024

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

This list showcases the top dog rescues & shelters in Texas. 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.

    Texas Husky Rescue
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    dallasTexasUS
    HuskyHusky
    I have always wanted a husky and a good friend of mine mentioned I should look into adopting one of these sweet babies. After some research, I found Texas Husky Rescue. I reached out to them and they helped me along the way to adopting my very own Husky! They took great care of us and made sure we were a perfect match! My husky's name is Holo (fka Natasha) and she is a piebald pattern sweetheart!
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    Texas Husky Rescue

    #7 in United States, #1 in Texas

    Husky

    Dallas

    Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. was created in May 2009 as a non-profit 501(c)3 animal rescue organization that is run entirely by volunteers and does not have a paid staff or a shelter. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc relies solely on volunteer foster families to take huskies into their homes until permanent, qualified, and loving homes can be found. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is a responsible animal adoption agency and ensures that none of our dogs will ever contribute to the overpopulation of dogs in our community. The work of Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is supported by tax-deductible contributions by individuals, corporations, and grants. Our initial goal when we began in 2009 was to save 30 huskies from area shelters. We have rescued over 2,500 and counting.

    "I have always wanted a husky and a good friend of mine mentioned I should look into adopting one of..."

    ralph w.

    Adoptee

    "Texas Husky Rescue is so deserving of additional help for all the good work they do for animals!"

    sarah h.

    Supporter


  • Friends For Life Animal Shelter
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    107 E 22nd StreetHouston, TX 77008
    houstonTexasUS
    We adopted our dog Rocket - FKA Wyatt - from friends for life mid-covid and loved the experience. We were originally thinking about another dog at their shelter and FFL was honest about some.of the challenges we might have with that dog and ended up decided it was best with another family. I appreciated their commitment to finding the best home for each dog. We had the 7 day "trial" period with our now dog and really appreciated having that time to make sure he would work with our family. On the first day of the trial we noticed our dog had an infected cyst on his neck and FFL was quick to help us get it taken care of. Couldn't have asked for a better experience or dog to have joined our family.
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    Friends For Life Animal Shelter

    #30 in United States, #2 in Texas

    Houston

    We're here for the undercat and underdog, regardless of their breed, age or condition. Houston-grown, we're here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love. We're not done until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we'll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives.

    "We adopted our dog Rocket - FKA Wyatt - from friends for life mid-covid and loved the experience. We were..."

    lauren r.

    Adoptee, Supporter, Fan

    "They had a plan in place to help animals stay with their people at our big convention center after Hurricane..."

    jennifer t.

    Adoptee, Supporter


  • Fort Worth Animal Care and Control
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    Silcox Campus: 4900 Martin St, Fort Worth TX 76119 North Animal Campus: 351 Hillshire Dr, Fort Worth TX 76052 PetSmart Alliance: 2901 Texas Sage Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76177 PetSmart Hulen: 4800 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76109
    dallasTexasUS
    Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above and beyond for every animal in their care. These measures range from placing dogs into foster homes or with rescues, sending animals on transports out of state or even connecting dog owners with appropriate resources to allow them to keep their pet.
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    Fort Worth Animal Care and Control

    #31 in United States, #3 in Texas

    Dallas

    We are a full-service animal shelter, which includes adoptions, reclaims, rescue, foster/volunteer opportunities, out-of-state transports, low-cost vaccine clinics, animal ordinance enforcement and public education.

    "Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above..."

    paulette p.

    Volunteer / foster, Fan

    "Many people think of municipal shelters as being quite grim with a high kill rate, but FWACC goes against every..."

    jessica j.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster


  • THREE LITTLE PITTIES RESCUE
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    houstonTexasUS
    We have fostered with many different agencies and three little pitties has been the absolute best in terms of support and animal care.
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    THREE LITTLE PITTIES RESCUE

    #33 in United States, #4 in Texas

    Houston

    Three Little Pitties Rescue is a non-profit, 501c3 all-breed dog and cat rescue dedicated to saving animals out of desperate situations, primarily in the Houston, Texas area. From 2018 to 2024 the rescue has saved 13,000+ animals and delivered them to better lives up north.

    "We have fostered with many different agencies and three little pitties has been the absolute best in terms of support..."

    sara t.

    Volunteer / foster

    "The care 3LP to make sure their rescues are placed in the perfect home is outstanding. I am amazed at..."

    theresa c.

    Adoptee


  • Donna's love pet rescue
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    5917 Richmond ave
    houstonTexasUS
    I started the animal programs at the local fire department and Donna’s Love has been part of it all from the beginning. This amazing organization has helped find fosters, adoptive families and medical care for lost animals in our community. They help promote our first in the area microchip program at Fire Stations and our free pet vaccination and microchip clinics. Every firefighter knows their passion for the animals. When a box of puppies was dumped at a fire station, Donna’s Love stepped up immediately and that’s just one example. They are an amazing resource for animals and for the Sprimg community. We are blessed to have them as part of our crew!
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    Donna's love pet rescue

    #43 in United States, #5 in Texas

    Houston

    Our charitable, tax-exempt mission is to save as many lives as possible by giving homeless and lost animals a warm and special touch to show them that they are loved so they can trust again and return that love. I served in the military (Navy) from 1989 till 1993. My passion in life has always been to work with and care for animals. I have 7 dogs of my own (Palen, Rocsco, BK, Chico, Beau, Star and Annie). All of my dogs, except Palen, were found and taken in by my facility, The Dog House Pet Salon. If I could take every rescue home with me, I would. We have taken in over 290 homeless and lost animals since we opened our doors for business at The Dog house Pet Salon in 2009. We have re-homed 289 of them. Dash has been with us for one year. Dash needs a little more training to become confident and trust humans again. If I cannot re-home one of my loved ones, they will stay with me and live a good life. We believe that every lost animal with a microchip, rabies id/vet tag number or a name tag should be able to be identified and the parents contacted in a matter of seconds. We created the innovative My Pet Credentials mobile app for that very reason ‚an easy to use digital platform to empower the parents of lost pets with a means to find their lost pet quickly and efficiently without the need of calling, faxing or emailing. Pet owners, pet salons, rescue shelters and veterinarians can download the MPC app or register at www.mypetcredentials.com. The cost to pet owners is $16.99 annually. The platform is free for pet salons, rescue shelters and veterinarians. I am most proud of the lost and found function that is part of the MPC pet service platform. Pet owners enter the microchip number or rabies id/vet tag number in their pet's profile. If someone finds the pet, they can use the MPC mobile app or go to www.mpclost.com to identify the lost pet by entering any one of three tracking numbers. The MPC platform will immediately display: A picture of the pet (front, left and right Image) The pet's name, age, gender, breed, color and markings The pet's most current vaccinations A button to contact the owner who will receive a text, email and mobile app notification with the good Samaritan‚ name, phone number, email and message When someone finds a pet, MPC‚ lost and found function assists in reuniting the lost pet with their family, quickly and efficiently, by giving the Samaritan the ability to enter the lost pet's name, age, gender, breed, color and any markings along with any microchip, rabies id or vet tag number (tracking numbers) and upload an image of the lost pet. Once the tracking information has been entered by the Samaritan the family of the lost pet will be able to go to our universal lost and found website, www.mpclost.com, to input their pet's tracking information and our platform will display to the family an image of their pet, the pet's name as reported by the good Samaritan, age, gender, breed, color and any markings and the name, address and phone number where the pet can be reunited with their family. This innovative process reunites lost pets found with a microchip or rabies id or vet tag number with their families quickly and efficiently by eliminating the need to post lost and found flyers or waste time calling animal shelters, city pounds or veterinarians to locate their lost pet. I could go on about all the features of the MPC platform such as transfer of ownership, vaccination records storage, vaccination reminders and scheduling appointments with your pet salon. We created Donna's Love Pet Rescue for people who want to help end homelessness for animals and provide an easy to use digital platform to help identify pets, contact owners of lost pets quickly and efficiently and allow owners of lost pets with a microchip or rabies id or vet tag number to be registered with MPC for a quick and joyous reunion! The donation we receive from you helps with. Vetting Food Training Fostering Transportation Spay and neuter Our goal is also to educate the community on the importance of spay and neutering, having dogs vetted and properly trained and provided with appropriate identification markers. Animals are family too. To make a tax-deductible donation by mail: Donna's Love Pet Rescue 5917 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77057

    "I started the animal programs at the local fire department and Donna’s Love has been part of it all from..."

    tracee e.

    Supporter

    "Donnas Love Rescue is rescuing dogs from the mean and overcrowded streets of Houston every day. Teresa is a tireless..."

    julie e.

    Volunteer / foster


  • Texas Sled Dog Rescue
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    N/A
    houstonTexasUS
    HuskyHusky
    They really care about the dogs in their care and try their best to find the great homes.
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    Texas Sled Dog Rescue

    #79 in United States, #6 in Texas

    Husky

    Houston

    Texas Sled Dog Rescue is a small rescue focusing on finding fur-ever homes for sled dog types (Siberian huskies and Alaskan Malamutes, and mixes). While in rescue, we will place them in foster homes, provide basic training as needed, and vetting which includes vaccinations, spay or neuter, microchip and other medical services as needed. Our volunteers are involved in all facets of rescue including but not limited to fundraising, transporting, evaluating dogs, respresenting the rescue at local dog events, fostering, etc.

    "They really care about the dogs in their care and try their best to find the great homes."

    wendy j.

    Supporter

    "Two years ago the end of this month my Rowdy popped up on my Facebook feed as having less than..."

    paul g.

    Supporter, Fan


  • Humane Society of North Texas
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    1840 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76103
    dallasTexasUS
    My daughter and I volunteered at HSNT for 6 years. The shelter keeps the animals until they are adopted The staff are responsible and caring. The facility is clean and well maintained. They do everything trying to create a good environment for the animals there when they were waiting to be adopted. We were happy every time when we saw dogs/cats got adopted. We had a wonderful memories volunteering there. I ended up adopting a dog from there and one of the best things I am glad I did..
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    Humane Society of North Texas

    #86 in United States, #7 in Texas

    Dallas

    The Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) provides services such as pet adoptions, free or low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations, returning lost pets to their owners and cruelty investigations. HSNT is much more than an animal shelter, we're a resource to our entire community, offering various innovative, affordable and lifesaving programs and services.

    "My daughter and I volunteered at HSNT for 6 years. The shelter keeps the animals until they are adopted ..."

    lily w.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan

    "They have a robust staff and clinic to support you through your entire fostering journey. And also are there for..."

    meghan j.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter


  • Dog Rescue R Us
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    TexasUS
    DRRU IS OUTSTANDING! THE LOVE THEY HAVE FOR ALL THE ANIMLS IS AMAZING. THEY TREAT THESE BABIES LIKE GOLD 🥇
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    Dog Rescue R Us

    #87 in United States, #8 in Texas

    DRRU 501(c)(3) nonprofit org. mission is to decrease the homeless population of displaced dogs in West Texas. We do this by sending them to our adoption facility in Illinois and transporting them to other rescues throughout the United States.

    "DRRU IS OUTSTANDING! THE LOVE THEY HAVE FOR ALL THE ANIMLS IS AMAZING. THEY TREAT THESE BABIES LIKE GOLD 🥇..."

    norma c.

    Supporter, Fan

    "The people in this organization work tirelessly to save these dogs from whatever situation they are in. They find great..."

    shana g.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster


  • North Texas Australian Shepherd Rescue
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    TexasUS
    Australian ShepherdAustralian Shepherd
    Seriously Sam pours her heart and soul into rescuing these babies but also shutting down breeders who don't treat pups right, while advocating for more oversight.
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    North Texas Australian Shepherd Rescue

    #94 in United States, #9 in Texas

    Australian Shepherd

    SAVING AUSSIES IN THE DFW & SURROUNDING AREAS Two young women were helping out with two separate rescues when they crossed paths trying to help a dog for one another. They quickly became close friends. After they agreed that they each had a conflict of interest with the rescue they were helping they decided to work together to start their very own rescue and that was the day NTASR was born. While the president has amazing experience in the breed, the vice president has great experience in animal welfare administration so together they made the perfect pair. NTASR helps Australian Shepherds, Border Collies, and mixes of the two. They are open to working with other working or herding dogs as well depending on the circumstances. Don't think for a second these two women won't jump to help a dog in emergent need. Thus far, several other breeds have made their way through the rescue because of their kind and caring hearts including a doodle, a dachshund, a frenchie, and a shar pei. NTASR takes behavioral and medical dogs and gets them the appropriate rehab to be able to find them the perfect forever home. Aussies are such special breeds and deserve very particular and experienced homes.

    "Seriously Sam pours her heart and soul into rescuing these babies but also shutting down breeders who don't treat pups..."

    ry s.

    Volunteer / foster, Supporter

    "I wouldn’t have two of my fur babies without this rescue! So thankful and grateful for everything that they do!..."

    olivia l.

    Adoptee


  • Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab
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    TexasUS
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    Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab

    #107 in United States, #10 in Texas

    Great Dane

    Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab is a federal 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of Great Danes, Great Dane mixes, and other giant breeds that have been abused, neglected and/or abandoned. We are nationwide, which means that we operate within each state in the United States. However, we are based in Texas. Our group is completely lead by volunteers whom we are grateful for.

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    ronda a.

    Supporter

    "We found Save Rocky through PetFinder when we were looking to adopt a Great Dane. From the first day,..."

    crystal c.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster


  • K9 Training at Homeward Bound
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    TexasUS
    They save many Cattledogs and find great homes for them.
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    K9 Training at Homeward Bound

    #120 in United States, #11 in Texas

    We assist individuals and rescue groups in Texas to save dogs. We support Save A Heeler -Texas to Germany. Save A Heeler-Texas to Germany started in April 2023. In our first 4 months, we have saved 100 dogs on death row in Texas Shelters. That's 24 dogs per month! More than most big rescues save in a year! On our Facebook page, we post pictures of Australian Cattle Dogs, commonly known as Heelers (and sometimes other breeds), on death row in Texas Shelters. People in Europe, Canada, and parts of the U.S. (where Heelers are adored) see the pictures and pick a dog they'd like to have.Then we RUSH to the shelter to get the dog,sometimes only hours away from euthanasia. We treat any illnesses or injuries, spay/neuter and vaccinate. We keep the dog for 2-8 weeks to make sure the dog is healthy and behaves well, if not we train. Then we ship the dog to the new home. We have a team member in Germany, that has previously checked out the home, who receives the dog from the plane. We are a small, dynamic group with no fat! We have no administration expenses. Every dime goes toward picking up, housing, training, and shipping the dogs to their new homes! It costs $1,000 per dog to do this. Every $1,000 equals one dog that won't be killed and will live a long, happy life, making room for another dog at a shelter. Over the next 4 months (September to December 2023), with your help, we can save 100 dogs by the end of the year. Thursday, September 21, 2023, is North Texas Giving Day, our area's largest fundraising day of the year. Our goal is to raise $25,00 by then, to save and send 25 dogs on death row in Texas shelters to wonderful new homes in Europe. Please help us save these dogs by donating now!

    "They save many Cattledogs and find great homes for them."

    felicia s.

    Fan

    "This rescue was amazing in helping tag and pull a sweet injured girl from a shelter hours away from their..."

    erin h.

    Adoptee


  • Aggieland Humane Society
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    5359 Leonard Rd Bryan, TX 77807
    TexasUS
    They are a great organization and find clever ways to care for and adopt out their animals.
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    Aggieland Humane Society

    #124 in United States, #12 in Texas

    Aggieland Humane Society is a non-profit animal shelter serving the people and pets of the City of College Station and Brazos County and beyond. We offer adoptions, low-cost spay-neuter services, TNR services, pet licenses, microchipping, and more to the community. We are proud to say that last year, over 2,400 pets found forever families at Aggieland Humane Society!

    "They are a great organization and find clever ways to care for and adopt out their animals."

    courtney p.

    Supporter

    "I've lived in a lot of communities in Texas and have supported many local rescues/shelters. Aggieland Humane Society is unparalleled...."

    dawn h.

    Supporter


  • Doodle Rock Rescue
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    dallasTexasUS
    I have been with doodle rock rescue as a volunteer since 2019 - I fell in love with the program after my first Kentucky puppy mill foster who was completely shut down - he was the most rewarding foster to see come to life over time.
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    Doodle Rock Rescue

    #130 in United States, #13 in Texas

    Dallas

    Doodle Rock Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dog rescue located in Dallas, Texas. Our team is entirely volunteer-based and we are funded solely on donations from our generous Doodle Rock community and supporters. We rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abused, neglected, and abandoned poodle mixes from all over the United States. Many of our dogs come from the streets or shelters and are often in critical condition and/or on the euthanasia list. Our dogs are placed in loving foster homes where they receive all required medical care and/or behavioral modification until they are placed into their perfect forever homes.

    "I have been with doodle rock rescue as a volunteer since 2019 - I fell in love with the program..."

    monica d.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Staff member, Supporter

    "This is such a great organization that truly cares about the animals. There are so many volunteers who will try..."

    sandy c.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster


  • Dallas Pets Alive
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    dallasTexasUS
    This group is fantastic with lots of assistance for foster, adopters or the public
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    Dallas Pets Alive

    #137 in United States, #14 in Texas

    Dallas

    Dallas Pets Alive is on a mission to promote and provide the resources, education and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals in North Texas.

    "This group is fantastic with lots of assistance for foster, adopters or the public"

    michele m.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Staff member

    "I started volunteering with Dallas Pets Alive after meeting a few of their folks while I was also volunteering at..."

    kristy t.

    Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan


  • Dallas Street Dog Advocates
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    dallasTexasUS
    DSDA is an incredible organization saving neglected and forgotten dogs in Dallas and surrounding areas and finding them loving homes.
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    Dallas Street Dog Advocates

    #190 in United States, #15 in Texas

    Dallas

    Dallas Street Dog Advocates (DSDA) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that was formed by volunteers who care about the loose and stray street dog problem in Dallas. What we have learned from our experience in rescuing dogs off the street is that many of them are highly adoptable. They yearn to love and be loved and deserve to be healthy, happy and have a home of their own. We have also learned that the people that live in the areas, where the stray dog problems are the worst, want our help. They are instrumental in helping us catch the strays by establishing feeding schedules and routines. They also tell us about the dog's history. Some are left when their owners move out. Some are tossed from moving cars. Some are born on the street to dogs that have been abandoned. The list goes on and on. If you can think of it, it has happened. The people have watched these dogs die of starvation, dehydration and heat stroke. They have watched them suffer after being hit by a car and left lying on the street. The dogs and the people living in these conditions need our help. These dogs are typically socialized and do very well once they are rescued off the streets and given time to decompress. Dallas Street Dog Advocates goal is to rescue as many adoptable dogs off the streets as we can find foster homes for and have the funds to care for. After they are healthy and have lived in a foster home, then we find them forever homes. We see ourselves as a "bridge" between the homeless street dogs and their forever families. We also want to serve the people who live amongst this problem by offering them dog food, flea and tick prevention, education on caring for their dogs and connecting them with available resources to have their dog spayed or neutered. Together with the help of our volunteers and supporters, coupled with our passion and love for dogs, we will make a difference in Dallas one dog, one home, and one community at a time.

    "DSDA is an incredible organization saving neglected and forgotten dogs in Dallas and surrounding areas and finding them loving homes...."

    olga y.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

    "DSDA is a small but mighty rescue. All of their dogs are fostered which can help with a better transition..."

    kathryn k.

    Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter, Fan


  • The Pawerful Rescue
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    TexasUS
    I like their mission and that they focus on the really sick or senior dogs.
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    The Pawerful Rescue

    #192 in United States, #16 in Texas

    The Pawerful Rescue was established in 2019 as a 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue, but our founder, Stephanie, had already been rescuing strays for years. We all have a friend like that‚ don't we? No matter where she went, Stephanie would find an animal in need. It wasn't until Stephanie moved to South Los Angeles, though, that she experienced an overwhelming number of animals in need. From that point, The Pawerful Rescue grew organically. What was once just a person picking up strays and trying to reunite, vet, or rehome these little souls, morphed into an organization that is made up of like-minded individuals making a difference. Duke Hemstreet joined the rescue in 2020 and has been an instrumental part in the rescue flourishing. Our rescue has expanded into Texas, where we dream of building a sanctuary for those fur babies that need a place to call home. Our goal has always been to find the perfect home for our rescues, but if that perfect home never comes, they get to live out their days with us! We Rescue the Ones That Need the Most Rescuing! Every rescue is different. Some are breed specific or even age specific. We've rescued everyone from a five-pound miniature Poodle, to a 100-pound paralyzed Great Dane. We gravitate toward animals with extreme medical, behavioral, and other special needs as well as senior dogs. They aren't the easiest cases, but certainly the most fulfilling to watch transform. As The Pawerful Rescue continues to grow, we look forward to sharing every part of the journey with you.

    "I like their mission and that they focus on the really sick or senior dogs."

    sam t.

    Fan

    "Love this rescue"

    dorine s.

    Supporter


  • Border Collie Save and Rescue, Inc.
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    dallasTexasUS
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    Dalis is the most loving human being towards animals. She can take the most sickest animal and thru her love & care the animals a reason to fight . We are fortunate to have Dalis & her rescue nearby our home.
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    Border Collie Save and Rescue, Inc.

    #207 in United States, #17 in Texas

    Border Collie

    Dallas

    Border Collie Save and Rescue, Inc. is an all volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable dog rescue dedicated to helping border collies throughout Central and North Texas.

    "Dalis is the most loving human being towards animals. She can take the most sickest animal and thru her love..."

    shalene o.

    Supporter

    "Great rescue to work with! Focused and committed. Excellent response times. Dedicated to ensuring the right fit for each pup...."

    dee c.

    Volunteer / foster, Supporter


  • Austin Pets Alive!
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    1156 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78703
    austinTexasUS
    Austin pets alive is in desperate need to rebuild their shelter. No animal should be on concrete much less in the heat all day or night. Hard on the dogs body and mind. Animals deserve a better living environment that the way the shelter is now. Another shelter in Austin,tx that really needs the help for their current dogs and cats. Those who need to get out if the street or living situation who are sick or injured even both. Need vet care and meds.
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    Austin Pets Alive!

    #218 in United States, #18 in Texas

    Austin

    Austin Pets Alive! is a unique 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal shelter pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the animals most at risk for euthanasia. We provide public adoption services for companion animals which includes lifetime behavior support, as well as community support in re-homing or obtaining resources for companion animals through our Human and Animal Support Services program.

    "Austin pets alive is in desperate need to rebuild their shelter. No animal should be on concrete much less in..."

    blanca g.

    Supporter

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  • Caitie's Foster Fam Rescue
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    Caitie's Foster Fam Rescue

    #218 in United States, #18 in Texas

    Houston

    Founded in May 2021, we are a non-profit 501(c)3 rescue made up of animal-loving individuals. Our team consists of animal rescuers who have been making a difference in the lives of homeless pets for over a decade. We each started as volunteers and fosters, specializing in medical needs cases. Because of the high demand for more medical fosters and rescuers, we decided to join together and start our own non-profit rescue. We are an entirely foster-based organization, so we do not have a physical shelter. All animals are kept in loving foster homes. Our founder, Caitie, has been fostering medical cases in the Houston area for over ten years.

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    "Working full time and spending all the extra time rescuing."

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    I want these rescues to be recognized for their hard work
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    God's Dogs Rescue

    #235 in United States, #20 in Texas

    "I want these rescues to be recognized for their hard work"

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    "They’re places I’ve saved dogs and rescued pups."

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The Best Amarillo, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Amarillo spca
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    Amarillo spca

    The Amarillo Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is a non- profit animal shelter serving our community since 1988. We are not affiliated with the national SPCA and receive no funding from them or any other federal or state organization. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we rely on our community to keep our doors open through donations of goods, cash and volunteer time. We currently care for about 100 dogs & puppies and 40 cats & kittens. It is our desire to find perfect homes for each of our shelter animals and they will remain with us until that happens, as we are a no-kill shelter. We are advocates for spay and neuter programs and urge our community to assist in our overpopulation problem by sterilizing family pets as well as the stray animal community.

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  • Panhandle Paws of Hope
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    Panhandle Paws of Hope

    We are a small volunteer based animal rescue. We do not have a facility. All of our animals are in a foster home. Because of this, we have several adoption events each month and schedule meet and greets based on our foster's availability. Our dogs are posted on Petfinder and on our Facebook pages. ​Our fosters work hard on basic manners such as crate training, potty training, and socialization. Many of our animals are fostered with other animals in the home, however we always require a meet and greet before finalizing any adoption. If there is a certain animal you are interested in meeting and adopting, please fill out our preliminary adoption application and we will have the foster get in touch with you to discuss a possible meet and greet.

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  • Gracie's Project
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    Gracie's Project

    Gracies Project is a 501C3 non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating animals in the Texas Panhandle who would otherwise be at high risk of euthanasia. We provide spay/neuter, shots, vet care, housing, and other necessary essentials until our animals are rehabilitated and adopted by a forever family. Our organization relies solely on the communities help to volunteer or help fund our endeavors so that we may continually save and help our communities forgotten animals.

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The Best Austin, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Austin Pets Alive!
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    1156 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78703
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    Austin pets alive is in desperate need to rebuild their shelter. No animal should be on concrete much less in the heat all day or night. Hard on the dogs body and mind. Animals deserve a better living environment that the way the shelter is now. Another shelter in Austin,tx that really needs the help for their current dogs and cats. Those who need to get out if the street or living situation who are sick or injured even both. Need vet care and meds.
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    Austin Pets Alive!

    Austin Pets Alive! is a unique 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal shelter pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the animals most at risk for euthanasia. We provide public adoption services for companion animals which includes lifetime behavior support, as well as community support in re-homing or obtaining resources for companion animals through our Human and Animal Support Services program.

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  • Austin Animal Center
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    7201 Levander LoopAustin, TX78702
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    I took a stray to the Austin animal center they took very good care of him. Current cat as well. They helped me adopt them and work with me. They do a lot for the city of Austin animals in need. Go above and beyond. We need them to continue to get funds to help current animals in the shelter and others that need them. Better a shelter than in the streets or in the homes they’re currently in. Remove them from a bad owner and home. Animals depend on them.
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    Austin Animal Center

    Austin Animal Center is the municipal shelter for the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County, providing shelter to thousands of animals annually as well as providing animal protection and pet resource services. We accept stray and owned animals regardless of age, health, species or breed. Our goal is to place all adoptable animals in forever homes through adoption, foster care, or rescue partner groups. Animal Services has numerous programs and partnerships designed to help pets in the shelter, in the community, and in your home.

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  • Austin Bulldog Rescue
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    I adopted my cherished bulldog from ABR, fully supporting their mission and the relentless efforts they make to provide these incredible animals with a safe and loving home.
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    Austin Bulldog Rescue

    ABR is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing of unwanted English Bulldogs, education of owners on responsible dog ownership, and education of the public on the English Bulldog breed. ABR takes in adoptable English Bulldogs from animal shelters, other rescue groups, and owners who can no longer properly care for their English Bulldogs. We provide for their medical and behavioral needs. Considering the Bulldog's background and your family's needs, we intend to make the best match. Every Rescue Bulldog is different: personality, temperament, energy, comfort with kids and other animals, medical needs, and more. We take all of these factors into consideration when making a furever-home match. We take our responsibility of finding forever homes for Rescue Bulldogs very seriously. All our rescued dogs live with families in foster homes in Austin, Texas. We often operate statewide and occasionally take in dogs from other areas of Texas, but we primarily service the Austin/NW San Antonio area. We do not run a shelter that you can visit.

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The Best Dallas, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Texas Husky Rescue
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    I have always wanted a husky and a good friend of mine mentioned I should look into adopting one of these sweet babies. After some research, I found Texas Husky Rescue. I reached out to them and they helped me along the way to adopting my very own Husky! They took great care of us and made sure we were a perfect match! My husky's name is Holo (fka Natasha) and she is a piebald pattern sweetheart!
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    Texas Husky Rescue

    Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. was created in May 2009 as a non-profit 501(c)3 animal rescue organization that is run entirely by volunteers and does not have a paid staff or a shelter. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc relies solely on volunteer foster families to take huskies into their homes until permanent, qualified, and loving homes can be found. Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is a responsible animal adoption agency and ensures that none of our dogs will ever contribute to the overpopulation of dogs in our community. The work of Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. is supported by tax-deductible contributions by individuals, corporations, and grants. Our initial goal when we began in 2009 was to save 30 huskies from area shelters. We have rescued over 2,500 and counting.

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  • Fort Worth Animal Care and Control
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    Silcox Campus: 4900 Martin St, Fort Worth TX 76119 North Animal Campus: 351 Hillshire Dr, Fort Worth TX 76052 PetSmart Alliance: 2901 Texas Sage Trl, Fort Worth, TX 76177 PetSmart Hulen: 4800 SW Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76109
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    Regardless of their intake volume, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control does not let that stop them from going above and beyond for every animal in their care. These measures range from placing dogs into foster homes or with rescues, sending animals on transports out of state or even connecting dog owners with appropriate resources to allow them to keep their pet.
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    Fort Worth Animal Care and Control

    We are a full-service animal shelter, which includes adoptions, reclaims, rescue, foster/volunteer opportunities, out-of-state transports, low-cost vaccine clinics, animal ordinance enforcement and public education.

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  • Humane Society of North Texas
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    1840 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76103
    dallasTexasUS
    My daughter and I volunteered at HSNT for 6 years. The shelter keeps the animals until they are adopted The staff are responsible and caring. The facility is clean and well maintained. They do everything trying to create a good environment for the animals there when they were waiting to be adopted. We were happy every time when we saw dogs/cats got adopted. We had a wonderful memories volunteering there. I ended up adopting a dog from there and one of the best things I am glad I did..
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    Humane Society of North Texas

    The Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) provides services such as pet adoptions, free or low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccinations, returning lost pets to their owners and cruelty investigations. HSNT is much more than an animal shelter, we're a resource to our entire community, offering various innovative, affordable and lifesaving programs and services.

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The Best El Paso, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Animal Rescue League of El Paso
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    7256 La Junta Canutillo, TX 79835
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    Animal Rescue League of El Paso

    While trying to rescue a neighborhood stray that had been picked up by animal services, Loretta Hyde accidentally came across a storage freezer containing hundreds of animals that had been recently euthanized. To add to her horror, she was informed that the euthanizing process often occurred twice a day. Loretta knew then that she had to do something to make a change in the community and in 1995 she started Animal Rescue League of El Paso, a nonprofit, no-kill shelter. In the time since, ARLEP has rescued an estimated 1,200 animals each year and extended their reach from Las Cruces, NM to Fabens, TX, sometimes going further in the event of natural disasters such as hurricanes. ARLEP community programs include pet vaccination clinics, annual adoption events, ARLEP Play for Paws (formerly known as Rescue Runners) and the PAWS Program — a program for low-risk inmates at the county jail that results in trained, adoptable dogs and inmates with job skills and newfound confidence. ARLEP’s profound community impact and commitment to its mission has sparked national notice from organizations like National Geographic, which filmed an episode of Dog Town, USA at the shelter, and a visit from renowned dog trainer, César Millan. Animal rescue is a full-time, year-round effort that’s made possible by the generosity of the community. ARLEP is governed by a volunteer board and managed by a small group of full-time staff. The operations are sustained by volunteers, grants and donations. Contact ARLEP to find out how you can join the lifesaving work and make a difference in the lives of vulnerable animals.

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  • El Paso Animal Services
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    5001 Fred Wilson Ave. El Paso, TX 79906
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    El Paso Animal Services

    Our goal is to make El Paso a lifesaving, “no-kill” community — but we need your help! Join our lifesaving mission by adopting, fostering, volunteering or donating.

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  • Law N Paws Animal Rescue
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    Law N Paws Animal Rescue

    Founded in 2017 under the blessing of former Chief of Police, the late Gregory Allen, Law N Paws has rescued over 500 victims of abuse, abandonment, and neglect in the El Paso community. Each rescue entering Law N Paws receives medical attention from one of our partnered veterinarians and follows a treatment plan in accordance with their injuries and needs. Violent offenses towards animals have a high probability of being transferred to humans--specifically children, elderly, and spouses/partners of the aggressor. This correlation called Detective Vanessa Acosta to act and create a shelter that would rescue and rehabilitate victims of abuse while educating the public on animal cruelty prevention, reporting, and rehoming of rescued dogs. As a no-kill shelter, we take in rescues that other local shelters–including El Paso Animal Services–would euthanize because of the specialized and expensive medical attention needed to rehabilitate the abused and neglected pups. Due to the depth of injury and sickness our rescues are found in, veterinary bills are exceptionally high when compared to other shelters. Each rescue pup receives all required vaccinations and medication and are spayed/neutered. Specific medical attention an abused or neglected rescue may need includes x-rays, blood work, and biopsies. Because the collective El Paso community has had an increase in animal cruelty cases, a second shelter location has been opened and needs additional kennels and repairs/renovations to current kennels. Although partnered with the El Paso Police Department Animal Cruelty Unit and El Paso Animal Services, Law N Paws is an independent entity that receives no funding from city, state, or federal entities. We are a 501c (3) non-profit organization that relies strictly on donations and grant money to continue operations. We hope our combined visions of bettering the El Paso community.

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The Best Houston, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Friends For Life Animal Shelter
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    107 E 22nd StreetHouston, TX 77008
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    We adopted our dog Rocket - FKA Wyatt - from friends for life mid-covid and loved the experience. We were originally thinking about another dog at their shelter and FFL was honest about some.of the challenges we might have with that dog and ended up decided it was best with another family. I appreciated their commitment to finding the best home for each dog. We had the 7 day "trial" period with our now dog and really appreciated having that time to make sure he would work with our family. On the first day of the trial we noticed our dog had an infected cyst on his neck and FFL was quick to help us get it taken care of. Couldn't have asked for a better experience or dog to have joined our family.
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    Friends For Life Animal Shelter

    We're here for the undercat and underdog, regardless of their breed, age or condition. Houston-grown, we're here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love. We're not done until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we'll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives.

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  • THREE LITTLE PITTIES RESCUE
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    We have fostered with many different agencies and three little pitties has been the absolute best in terms of support and animal care.
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    THREE LITTLE PITTIES RESCUE

    Three Little Pitties Rescue is a non-profit, 501c3 all-breed dog and cat rescue dedicated to saving animals out of desperate situations, primarily in the Houston, Texas area. From 2018 to 2024 the rescue has saved 13,000+ animals and delivered them to better lives up north.

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  • Donna's love pet rescue
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    5917 Richmond ave
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    I started the animal programs at the local fire department and Donna’s Love has been part of it all from the beginning. This amazing organization has helped find fosters, adoptive families and medical care for lost animals in our community. They help promote our first in the area microchip program at Fire Stations and our free pet vaccination and microchip clinics. Every firefighter knows their passion for the animals. When a box of puppies was dumped at a fire station, Donna’s Love stepped up immediately and that’s just one example. They are an amazing resource for animals and for the Sprimg community. We are blessed to have them as part of our crew!
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    Donna's love pet rescue

    Our charitable, tax-exempt mission is to save as many lives as possible by giving homeless and lost animals a warm and special touch to show them that they are loved so they can trust again and return that love. I served in the military (Navy) from 1989 till 1993. My passion in life has always been to work with and care for animals. I have 7 dogs of my own (Palen, Rocsco, BK, Chico, Beau, Star and Annie). All of my dogs, except Palen, were found and taken in by my facility, The Dog House Pet Salon. If I could take every rescue home with me, I would. We have taken in over 290 homeless and lost animals since we opened our doors for business at The Dog house Pet Salon in 2009. We have re-homed 289 of them. Dash has been with us for one year. Dash needs a little more training to become confident and trust humans again. If I cannot re-home one of my loved ones, they will stay with me and live a good life. We believe that every lost animal with a microchip, rabies id/vet tag number or a name tag should be able to be identified and the parents contacted in a matter of seconds. We created the innovative My Pet Credentials mobile app for that very reason ‚an easy to use digital platform to empower the parents of lost pets with a means to find their lost pet quickly and efficiently without the need of calling, faxing or emailing. Pet owners, pet salons, rescue shelters and veterinarians can download the MPC app or register at www.mypetcredentials.com. The cost to pet owners is $16.99 annually. The platform is free for pet salons, rescue shelters and veterinarians. I am most proud of the lost and found function that is part of the MPC pet service platform. Pet owners enter the microchip number or rabies id/vet tag number in their pet's profile. If someone finds the pet, they can use the MPC mobile app or go to www.mpclost.com to identify the lost pet by entering any one of three tracking numbers. The MPC platform will immediately display: A picture of the pet (front, left and right Image) The pet's name, age, gender, breed, color and markings The pet's most current vaccinations A button to contact the owner who will receive a text, email and mobile app notification with the good Samaritan‚ name, phone number, email and message When someone finds a pet, MPC‚ lost and found function assists in reuniting the lost pet with their family, quickly and efficiently, by giving the Samaritan the ability to enter the lost pet's name, age, gender, breed, color and any markings along with any microchip, rabies id or vet tag number (tracking numbers) and upload an image of the lost pet. Once the tracking information has been entered by the Samaritan the family of the lost pet will be able to go to our universal lost and found website, www.mpclost.com, to input their pet's tracking information and our platform will display to the family an image of their pet, the pet's name as reported by the good Samaritan, age, gender, breed, color and any markings and the name, address and phone number where the pet can be reunited with their family. This innovative process reunites lost pets found with a microchip or rabies id or vet tag number with their families quickly and efficiently by eliminating the need to post lost and found flyers or waste time calling animal shelters, city pounds or veterinarians to locate their lost pet. I could go on about all the features of the MPC platform such as transfer of ownership, vaccination records storage, vaccination reminders and scheduling appointments with your pet salon. We created Donna's Love Pet Rescue for people who want to help end homelessness for animals and provide an easy to use digital platform to help identify pets, contact owners of lost pets quickly and efficiently and allow owners of lost pets with a microchip or rabies id or vet tag number to be registered with MPC for a quick and joyous reunion! The donation we receive from you helps with. Vetting Food Training Fostering Transportation Spay and neuter Our goal is also to educate the community on the importance of spay and neutering, having dogs vetted and properly trained and provided with appropriate identification markers. Animals are family too. To make a tax-deductible donation by mail: Donna's Love Pet Rescue 5917 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77057

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The Best Katy, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Great Pyrenees Advocates of Texas
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    Great Pyrenees Advocates of Texas

    Great Pyrenees Advocates of Texas (GPAT) is a foster based, 501c3 rescue group operating throughout Texas. We were established to respond to the extreme numbers of at-risk Great Pyrenees dogs and Great Pyrenees mixes that need our help. Hands on rescue assistance is the cornerstone of our rescue and answers the immediate need of Pyrenees in distress. We also believe that community outreach and education about the breed is very important to help alleviate the future, long term suffering of Great Pyrenees.

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  • Greyhound Pets of America - Houston
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    Greyhound Pets of America - Houston

    Greyhound Pets of America ‚ Houston (GPA-Houston) is the Houston chapter of Greyhound Pets of America (GPA), a national non-profit organization. GPA National was founded in 1987 and, together with its nearly 40 nationwide chapters, has adopted over 100,000 greyhounds to homes throughout the country. Established in March 1988, GPA-Houston was the first greyhound adoption group in Texas. For over thirty-five years, GPA Houston has been and continues to be dedicated to finding responsible and loving homes for retired racing greyhounds. GPA Houston is also involved in educating the public on the suitability and availability of greyhounds as pets, and to acquainting them on how this beautiful and noble breed makes an excellent and loving pet. GPA-Houston operates throughout the greater Houston area.

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The Best Killeen, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Killeen Animal Services
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    3118 Commerce Dr Killeen, TX 76541
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    Killeen Animal Services

    Services Provided Adoption services Care for sick or injured animals Investigate animal bites Investigate animal cruelty Offer microchipping Pick up stray animals Promote animal retention Provide education Reunite owners with lost animals Take in owner surrenders

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  • Bosque animal Rescue Kennel
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    4340 HWY 6 Clifton, TX 76634
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    Bosque animal Rescue Kennel

    BARK is a non-profit 501(c) (3) animal rescue shelter that provides a temporary haven for lost, abandoned and mistreated dogs in Bosque County. In 2019 BARK took in over 130 animals, adopted 92, and assisted with spay/neuters for low income pet owners, as well as medical care and food for many others. BARK is grateful for the generosity of so many caring individuals who have donated money, dog food, blankets and most recently a washer and dryer. We do not receive public funding and solely rely on private donations and fundraising efforts. We also appreciate the many volunteers who often give up a part of their life to attend adoption events and help with fundraisers. BARK could not do its work without the community support it receives!

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The Best San Angelo, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    Critter shack
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    Critter shack

    Critter Shack Rescue is an all-volunteer organization and with two paid veterinarians on staff at our low cost spay/neuter clinic. Funded by donations, fund-raisers, adoptions, and grants, the organization has been successful in rescuing thousands of adoptable animals. All of the pets offered for adoption are spayed/neutered/vaccinated, furthering the goal of reducing the numbers of homeless pets in need of rescue. Many of the rescued animals come from area shelters throughout the Concho Valley and many had been scheduled for euthanasia. Critter Shack advocates for the humane treatment of animals, works to prevent the abandonment of animals, facilitates a spay and neuter program, and provides education in animal care, behavior, and humane treatment, along with establishing an ongoing adoption program designed to find caring homes for rescued animals. As part of these efforts, Critter Shack is a partner with PetSmart Charities, which provides an on-site area for adoptable cats and offers space at the PetSmart in San Angelo for dog adoptions twice a month; PetSmart Charities also makes a monetary donation for each animal adopted on-site. Critter Shack volunteers recognize education and free or low cost spay/neuter, along with a robust adoption program are the solutions to pet overpopulation and abandonment.

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The Best San Antonio, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters In 2024

    San Antonio pets alive
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    4710 Highway 151San Antonio, Texas 78227
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    Most caring rescue ever!!
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    San Antonio pets alive

    San Antonio Pets Alive! is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Due to alarming euthanasia rates, San Antonio Pets Alive! (SAPA!) was founded in 2011. SAPA! is unique, it is the only high-paced, high-volume rescue in San Antonio, saving 5,000 at-risk cats and dogs from euthanasia annually. Since its inception, SAPA! has saved more than 70,000+ dogs and cats. SAPA! provides safety nets for the dogs and cats that fall through the cracks of all other lifesaving options and end up on the euthanasia list at the city shelter, often with just hours to be saved. SAPA! promotes the availability of these dogs and cats to other rescues, adopters, and fosters.

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  • Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area
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    3353 Morningside Dr. New Braunfels, TX 78132
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    Despite receiving dozens of animals every week, HSNBA does their best to provide all of the animals with proper care and stimulation, even with only 23 staff members!
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    Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area

    While we are not funded by the city, the county, or any national humane organizations, the Humane Society of New Braunfels, a 501c3 non-profit, contracts with the City of New Braunfels and Comal County to house stray animals brought in by their Animal Control Divisions. We also accept stray pets brought in by citizens and if space allows, pets whose owners can no longer care for them. A small portion of our operating budget comes from the city and country contracts. We handle approximately 4,000 animals a year and at any given time care for approximately 100 cats and 100 dogs. The revenue we collect from our contracts covers approximately three days of care per animal and their intake vaccinations. If the animal stays longer, or needs any veterinary care, we rely on donations and adoption fees to cover those costs.

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  • Helotes humane society
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    10675 Shaenfield Rd.San Antonio, TX78254
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    Helotes humane society

    The Helotes Humane Society's mission is to promote the benevolent treatment of animals and provide humane education. Our group takes in neglected, abandoned, and unwanted dogs and cats. We spay and neuter them, medically treat them, and get them ready for adoption. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to placing unwanted animals in Helotes, Texas and the surrounding San Antonio community into loving, forever homes. You can help by adopting a dog or cat, donating or volunteering!

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What's the Sniffspot Texas Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List About?

Welcome to the 2024 Texas Sniffspot Top Dog Rescue & Shelter List, highlighting the top rescues and shelters in Texas chosen by the Sniffspot community and the public.

Sponsored by Sniffspot, the largest global network of private dog parks, each park offers secure, private bookings on private land, including fenced, water, indoor, and beach parks. As a hub for rescue dogs, our sponsorship underscores our dedication to supporting shelters and rescues. Explore Texas dog parks on Sniffspot's platform.

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Sniffspot Texas Dog Rescues & Shelters Frequently Asked Questions

How many dog rescues and shelters operate in Texas?

There are 149 in Texas. 24 are located in Dallas with 125 are located in other areas of the state.

What are the most reputable dog rescues and shelters in Texas?

There are many reputable rescues in Texas, the top 3 on our list are: Texas Husky Rescue, Friends For Life Animal Shelter, Fort Worth Animal Care and Control

What specialized services do dog rescues and shelters in Texas offer?

The most common specialization for dog rescues and shelters in Texas is Greyhound with 1 focusing on it. The second most common specialization is Chihuahua with 1 focusing on it.

How can I adopt a rescue dog in Texas?

Using our list of the top dog rescues and shelters, you can find a reputable shelter in Texas. The adoption policies of each shelter varies and you can find information on the shelter profile page. Here is an example adoption policy:
Once your application is received, we will conduct a thorough screening process which includes a vet check of your current pets and a phone screen/interview by one of our adoption coordinators. If you rent a house or live in an apartment, we will verify huskies are accepted with the landlord/management company. Security deposits are the responsibility of the adopter. After your vet check and screenings are completed successfully, TXHR will conduct a fence/home check. This is a check for gaps, broken slats, holes, compromised spots, etc where a husky could escape. As a result of COVID-19 safety precautions, photo documentation is acceptable. Upon successful completion of the application process, a TXHR adoption counselor will set up a meet and greet with you and your matched husky. Once you determine you would like to adopt the husky, you must sign an adoption contract and pay the adoption fee before taking possession of the husky. All adoptions start with a 5 day trial period to ensure the husky is a good fit in your home and lifestyle.

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

Yes! Texas has all of the following types of breed-specific dog rescues and shelters: Greyhound Chihuahua Corgi Border Collie Labrador Australian Shepherd Great Dane Pit Bull Husky German Shepherd

Can you recommend any dog rescues in Texas that specialize in senior dogs or special needs animals?

Can you recommend any reputable dog rescue organizations that focus on specific regions or communities within Texas?

Yes! The top rescue and shelter in Dallas is Texas Husky Rescue. The top specialized rescue and shelter in Texas is Texas Husky Rescue.

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