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Category: Houston SPCA News

August is Make A Will Month

(August 9, 2023) Have you ever wondered what would happen to your beloved pet if you suddenly couldn’t care for them? Just like planni...

(August 9, 2023) Have you ever wondered what would happen to your beloved pet if you suddenly couldn’t care for them? Just like planni...

9 French Bulldogs Living in Horrific Conditions Rescued

(July 28, 2023) Houston SPCA cruelty investigators and Harris County Constable Precinct 1 headed to Fifth Ward last Friday to rescue 9 Frenc...

(July 28, 2023) Houston SPCA cruelty investigators and Harris County Constable Precinct 1 headed to Fifth Ward last Friday to rescue 9 Frenc...

Houston SPCA News
Voted Houston’s Best of the Best Nonprofit

Houston SPCA named best Houston nonprofit.

Houston SPCA named best Houston nonprofit.

Deadly Consequences for Some Pets

Two Deceased French Bulldogs and a Third Found on Apartment Complex Balcony with No Water While Another Dog Rescued from Second-Story Balcon...

Two Deceased French Bulldogs and a Third Found on Apartment Complex Balcony with No Water While Another Dog Rescued from Second-Story Balcon...

Rescue & Cruelty
Heat-Distress Calls for Pets Double at Houston SPCA During First June Heatwave

Reports of Vulnerable Pets in Need Are Twice as High Than Last Year as Triple Digits Hit Again This Week

Reports of Vulnerable Pets in Need Are Twice as High Than Last Year as Triple Digits Hit Again This Week

Rescue & Cruelty
Tortoises and Mastiffs Rescued at Hoarder Home in North Harris County

Tortoises and Mastiffs Rescued at Hoarder Home in North Harris County

Tortoises and Mastiffs Rescued at Hoarder Home in North Harris County

How to Help Native Wildlife Impacted by Heatwave

The Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center of Texas is treating more emaciated wild animals for dehydration as they are struggling to find water d...

The Houston SPCA’s Wildlife Center of Texas is treating more emaciated wild animals for dehydration as they are struggling to find water d...

Keeping Pets Cool During Historic Excessive Heat Warning

For the first time since 2016, Houston is under an Excessive Heat Warning. Here's how to protect your pet from the sweltering temperatures.

For the first time since 2016, Houston is under an Excessive Heat Warning. Here's how to protect your pet from the sweltering temperatures.

Several pictures are lined up showing adoptions and events at the Houston SPCA's Clear the Shelters event!
Houston SPCA to Host Clear the Shelters on August 26, 2023

Houston SPCA will host the Clear the Shelters pet adoption event on Saturday, August 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. featuring free activities and...

Houston SPCA will host the Clear the Shelters pet adoption event on Saturday, August 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. featuring free activities and...

Houston SPCA Rescues 60 Dogs From Brazoria County Living in Feces and Urine

Dozens of wire kennels stacked throughout the home where 60 dogs were being neglected, as well as one dog found deceased.

Dozens of wire kennels stacked throughout the home where 60 dogs were being neglected, as well as one dog found deceased.