We have zero tolerance when it comes to animal cruelty in the Houston metro area. Our teams are uniquely equipped to rescue many types of animals from all kinds of abuse and neglect.

If you need help, call 713-869-SPCA

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Kids can help save lives, too!

Your donations support our community programming, including our activities for the next generation of animal supporters.

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Your Donation Makes a Difference

Your gift helps an animal in our care right now! Without you we could not do the work we do – so please consider a gift today!

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Visit our Pet Wellness Clinic for affordable, preventive care!

NOW TREATING Common Illnesses

  • Heartworm Disease
  • Respiratory Infections
  • Skin Infections
  • Diarrhea
  • Ear Infections

At this time, we do not offer veterinary care for injured or extremely ill pets, nor do we provide spaying or neutering services.

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We couldn't accomplish our lifesaving work without our dedicated team of volunteers. There is something for everyone from animal care to helping feed orphaned animals to attending mobile adoption or community outreach events.
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Ways to Get Involved

Lend a Hand

Houston SPCA provides a wide-variety of opportunities for caring, compassionate people, just like you, to join us as we save lives.

Join Our Volunteer Team

Foster an Animal

Fostering at the Houston SPCA means joining a family of caring people who support our lifesaving mission and have a passion for animals — just like you! No experience is necessary — we provide you with all the needed supplies including Hill’s Science Diet pet food, litter, crates, toys, bedding as well as medicine, if necessary.

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Tell Us Your Houston SPCA Story

If you're a Houston SPCA volunteer, tell us your story. What does volunteering mean to you? How many fosters have you welcomed into your home? Send us your story — we might share it in a newsletter or online!

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Mobile Adoptions

The Houston SPCA’s Mobile Adoption program brings adoptable dogs in need of a loving home to special events throughout the greater Houston area. Come by and say hello the next time you see our bus — we’ll be ones with the wagging tails.

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Invite Us to Your Event

We are always out in the community attending corporate events, festivals and other events. Please fill out an event request form at least two weeks in advance of the proposed event date. We look forward to participating in your next event!

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Upcoming Events

Whether it’s “Paws Up” at our annual Ball or the iWalk, the Houston SPCA’s “dance card” is always full. Check out what’s next on the schedule!

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