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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Join our community of dedicated supporters and make a lasting impact for animals in need. Your monthly gift provides consistent care, shelter, and love to vulnerable animals all year long.

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Open: Thur - Sun, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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.

Pet Wellness Clinic
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Make a Difference

Our volunteers are the heart of our mission, playing an essential role in every step of an animal’s journey to safety and a second chance. Their compassion and dedication help us provide hands-on care, from feeding orphaned kittens and comforting recovering pets to assisting at mobile adoptions and community outreach events. Whether working behind the scenes or directly with the animals, each volunteer makes a lasting impact—ensuring that every pet receives the love and attention they deserve. There’s a place for everyone to make a difference, and we couldn’t do it without them!
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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 with the Houston SPCA means becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to saving lives. No experience? No problem! We provide everything you need, including Hill’s Science Diet pet food, litter, crates, toys, bedding, and any necessary medication. All you need is a love for animals and a willingness to help them thrive.

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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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