Organizations vary between open-admission municipal facilities and private, foster-based rescues that do not operate a public viewing kennel. Choosing where to adopt depends on whether you want to walk through on-site kennels or submit an application online before meeting dogs in private homes. Adoption fees, home visit requirements, and hold periods for stray animals differ significantly across locations.
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Rescued Pets Movement
2317 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018-6006
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm
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Friends For Life Animal Shelter
107 E 22nd St, Houston, TX 77008-2535
Mon 11am-4pm, Tue 11am-1pm, Wed-Sun 11am-4pm
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Harris County Pets
612 Canino Rd, Houston, TX 77076
Mon–Fri 1pm–5:30pm
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Special Pals
3830 Greenhouse Rd, Houston, TX 77084-5510
Mon-Sun 12pm-4pm
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BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions
3300 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
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Citizens For Animal Protection
17555 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77094-1309
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Houston Humane Society
14700 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77053
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Houston SPCA
7007 Old Katy Rd, Houston, TX 77024-2109
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Almost Home Cat Haven
5050 Cypress Creek Pkwy Unit 103, Houston, TX 77069
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Lone Star Boxer Rescue
21175 Tomball Pkwy #389, Houston, TX 77070
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Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston
1827 Ash Meadow Dr, Houston, TX 77090
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Preppy Pet West Houston
16150 Rippling Water Dr, Houston, TX 77084
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Save A Purrfect Cat Rescue
2618 Newman St, Houston, TX 77098-1404
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Scout's Honor Rescue
1302 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77019-3908
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Honoring Hope And Faith Rescue
17440 Fm 529 Rd Ste 102, Houston, TX 77095-1168
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K-9 Angels Rescue
1220 W 23rd St, Houston, TX 77008
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Save Some Souls
2406 Quenby St, Houston, TX 77005
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Scout's Honor Rescue
1302 Waugh Dr PMB 245, Houston, TX 77019-3908
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Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals
900 Portway Dr, Houston, TX 77024-8022
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Animal Justice League
Houston, TX
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Cloud 9 Canine Cabins
2001 Hoskins Dr, Houston, TX 77080
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K-9 Angels Rescue
5533 Weslayan St, Houston, TX 77005-1941
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Lucky Paws Shop • Animal Friends Rescue Project
2294 Gambler Lane, Houston, TX 77032
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Aldis Pet Care
10617 Aldis St, Houston, TX 77075
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Houston Pets Alive!
2854 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX 77092-7055
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Jimisu And Her Beauties
440 Louisiana St Ste 900, Houston, TX 77002-1062
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Pet Connect
2902 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098
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Cat Haven Rescue
Houston, TX
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RescueFur
100 Main St, Houston, TX 77002-1721
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Good to know
What is the difference between an animal shelter and a rescue organization?
Shelters typically operate a physical facility that houses stray or surrendered animals directly on site. Rescue organizations are often run by volunteers using network foster homes, meaning animals live in private residences until adoption.
How much does it typically cost to adopt a dog?
Adoption fees typically range from $50 to $350 depending on the organization and the age of the dog. Puppies usually carry higher fees, while standard fees generally include spay or neuter surgery, initial vaccinations, and a microchip.
Can I bring my current dog to meet a potential rescue dog?
Most organizations require or strongly encourage a controlled meet-and-greet between your existing dog and the rescue dog before finalizing an adoption. Staff or foster parents usually facilitate this interaction on neutral ground at the facility or a local park.