Rescue organizations and adoption centers vary significantly in their intake processes, meet-and-greet requirements, and home visit policies. Some facilities operate walk-in adoption floors, while foster-based rescues require pre-approved applications before scheduling a visit. A map location will not tell you whether a shelter includes spaying, neutering, vaccinations, and microchipping in its flat adoption fee.
Houston 4
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Houston Humane Society Pavilion
3330 S Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77047
Mo-Fr 11:00-18:00, Sa-Su 11:00-17:30
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Doggedly Dog Rescue Society
5380 W 34th St PMB 296, Houston, TX 77092-6626
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Houston Pets Alive!
8380 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063-2704
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Poodle Rescue of Houston
13302 Schroeder Rd, Houston, TX 77070
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Linda’s Dachshund Puppies for Adoption
1840 E Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76103
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Registered AKC Shih Tzu puppies looking for forever homes
3208 Fitzhugh Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76105-4815
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Kitty Claws & Puppy Paws Animal Rescue
5600 Overton Ridge Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76132-3272
Dallas 2
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Chihuahua Puppies Adoption Center In Dallas, TX
5411 Miller Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-6424
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Metro Paws Animal Rescue
13659 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX 75240
Austin 1
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Purrfecto Cat Lounge
2300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
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Peewee's Pet Adoption
1307 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78417
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A New Dawn Pet Adoption
202 W San Augustine St, Deer Park, TX 77536
Edna 1
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Jackson County Happy Tails Animal Shelter
1785 US Highway 59 N, Edna, TX 77957
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Humane Tomorrow
1601 Arrowhead Dr, Flower Mound, TX 75028-2636
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Harker Heights Pet Adoption Center
403 Indian Trail, Harker Heights, TX 76548
Kaufman 1
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Kaufman County Pet Adoption Center
1904 US-175, Kaufman, TX 75142
Keller 1
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Humane Society Of North Texas
363 Keller Pkwy Ste A, Keller, TX 76248-2251
Killeen 1
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Second Chance Animal Shelter
5501 S Clear Creek Rd, Killeen, TX 76549
Kingwood 1
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Texas Gulf Coast Boston Terrier Rescue
810 Kingwood Dr, Kingwood, TX 77339-4401
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Sea Dog Sit
4007 Prairie St, La Marque, TX 77568
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The Mad Cattery, Adoption and Event Center by SPCA of Brazoria County
101 N Parking Pl, Lake Jackson, TX 77566-5252
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Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue
698 Metro Park Cir, Lewisville, TX 75057
Lockhart 1
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Friends Of Paws In Prison
1711 S Colorado St Ste E-204, Lockhart, TX 78644-4615
Midland 1
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Lone Star Sanctuary for Animals
4200 N Fairgrounds Rd, Midland, TX 79705
Mission 1
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Barks & Brews Pet Adoption and Transport
Mission, TX
Perryton 1
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Animal Control Perryton Tx
210 E Santa Fe Ave, Perryton, TX 79070-2332
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San Antonio Pets Alive
6001 Nw Loop 410 Ste 103, San Antonio, TX 78238-3318
Selma 1
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Stray Cat Adoptions of Texas
PETSMART, 8278 Agora Pkwy, Selma, TX 78154
Spearman 1
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Mutt Hutt Rescue Inc.
207 S James St, Spearman, TX 79081-2822
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Texarkana Animal League, Inc.
5820 Richmond Rd, Texarkana, TX 75503
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Pure Mutts Animal Sanctuary
26519 Interstate 45, The Woodlands, TX 77380-1906
Victoria 1
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Dorothy H. O'Connor Pet Adoption Center
135 Progress Dr, Victoria, TX 77905
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German shepherd puppies for adoption
142 Pioneer Ct, Waxahachie, TX 75167-8002
Winnie 1
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Sweetpups Rescue And Sanctuary
46724 Interstate 10, Winnie, TX 77665-8498
Also in Texas
- Dog Boarding Facilities956
- Animal Shelters & Rescues846
- Dog Trainers598
- Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers399
- Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas327
- Indoor Dog Parks117
- Dog Parks with Water Features41
- Fenced Dog Parks37
Good to know
What is typically included in a pet adoption fee?
Most adoption fees cover initial vaccinations, spay or neuter surgery, microchip implantation, and a basic health check. Some organizations also include a starter bag of food, a temporary leash or carrier, and a voucher for a first wellness exam at a local clinic.
How long does the pet adoption process usually take?
Walk-in municipal shelters can often complete an adoption on the same day if you bring a valid ID and proof of residence. Foster-based rescues and specialized groups may take several days or a week to check landlord permissions, review veterinary references, and arrange home visits.
Do adoption centers require all household members to meet the pet first?
Yes, many shelters and rescues require every human living in the household—and often existing family dogs—to participate in a meet-and-greet. This ensures the animal's temperament is a good fit for the entire home environment before the adoption is finalized.
How long is a dog in heat?
A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Texas to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 34 dog parks in Texas to plan future visits once the cycle ends.
How long does a dog stay in heat?
Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Texas. Our guide lists 34 dog parks in Texas for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.