Houston Pets Alive is incredible. We have had our border collie pup for about 4 weeks. He was 8 weeks old when we adopted him. He is happy, healthy, good with all people and dogs. His foster mother Vanessa did a great job with him and she also had his brother so we got to meet him. All medical records were up to date and impeccable really. Our vet was very impressed with his attitude and condition. Thank you for our new family member. He was named Merle, but he has been renamed Beaux. He is a total Beaux! TB read more

We have a foster puppy, Sammy. They got us in early and out exactly on time. They were prepared for our pickup. We felt like Sammy was in good hands & he had a super-fast recovery. The team was amazing. Sophie was the best!! She was personable, polite, & professional. After just one meeting she knew us & remembered out foster. I highly recommend them! read more

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I adopted this cutie at HPA three months ago. The staff was amazing and helped pair me with a dog that would work well in my home! I would definitely recommend them. read more

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Love working with Pets Alive! Wonderful staff, great environment. They TRULY care about the animals and help them find wonderful homes. HPA is a fantastic place to find your new fur baby family member! Highly recommend them to volunteer or adopt! :) read more

I have checked and rechecked the email correspondence I had received from you following our application approval. There is absolutely no mention made of having the opportunity or option of getting on this list at 6:00 am. Furthermore I even went to your official web home page and again there is nothing mentioned. So, by your own admission, we were the first on this list and should have been the first potential adopters through the door. Why then, were we not called first at that point? Instead we were the 3rd or 4th person called. Yes, we drove the 3 hours from our home to arrive at your facility by 8:20 am. A normal person would likely perceive that would most assuredly put a person at the front or near the front of the line considering the 10:00 am start time. Yes, we spoke to the lady who had parked next to us and that is how we found out about the "back-door" method to get first in line. It is a complete distortion of the truth to write that " how much they had fallen in love with Eva, she voluntarily took herself off the list." This is a complete and full out LIE! We did not remove ourselves from the list. Rather we went into your facility after our number was called to confirm that Eva had already been claimed. We previously had emailed your facility last week informing you that we would be willing to come to Houston during the week to adopt the dog. We were told that it could only be done on Saturday and we had to check in on the app at your gate. Again, no mention made of an earlier 6:00 am potential check-in time. My recommendation for anyone is to run away and not walk from doing any business with you. Your adoption process is, at best, flawed and needs modifications. You can set whatever rules and polices you want, but I simply ask of you to be clear and transparent with the public. As dachshund owners for the past 40 years it would not be in our nature to turn down this dog. If I could give this facility a negative rating I would but the system here won't allow that. read more

For a non-profit that also solicits donations. They might want to consider also treating potential adopters with respect. If you are going to be over the top with requirements then at least explain it better and a bit more tactfully. read more

Reading these 1 star reviews I'm genuinely shocked. Especially the one that says they are "churning" pets in and out. That's the point of running a no-kill shelter! Trying to get as many animals as possible out of kill shelters, off the streets, out of abusive homes and into loving homes. I am fostering with HPA for the first time currently. As a foster, you agree to provide a set list of care and supplies when you fill out the application. So no surprises. They lay out clearly what is expected of fosters unlike many other rescues I've fostered for. It is clear that this organization truly cares for animals and is committed to saving as many as possible. I will continue to foster for HPA as much as possible to help with that cause. read more

Volunteers were so nice and helpful in helping us pick a dog. We're so pleased with our new pup!! One piece of advice: they operate via a sign up list obtained by scanning a QR code on a piece of paper posted outside the business. Once you scan it, you're placed in a queue. If there's a dog you *really* want, make sure to get there and scan the code before the posted start time. When we went, one guy was up there at *midnight* the night before just to be first on the list to go in. It's first come, first serve so if you think your pick is gonna go fast, keep that in mind. Overall I'm glad things worked out the way they did. We got our sweet pup and he fits in perfectly. read more

A great organization that puts itself out there to save as many pets from euthanasia as possible. Volunteers work to get rescues healthy and run adoption events every weekend. Be sure and visit the website if interested in getting involved or adopting. read more

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I started volunteering with Houston Pets Alive as a foster during COVID. Although I have had several dogs of my own, I had never fostered before but the staff at Houston Pets Alive made the process seamless. The organization is very well run and the staff truly cares about each and every animal they take in and eventually place. Kristen (The Adoptions Manager), Nick (The Foster Manager), and Dee (Medical) especially have gone above and beyond in their efforts to ensure every dog is safe and healthy. After fostering over 15 dogs with Houston Pets Alive, I became a "foster fail" and will be forever grateful to them for providing me with the newest furry addition to my family, Moira Rose. I cannot speak highly enough about this organization and look forward to continue working with them in the future! read more

I adopted two cats from here and they are amazing. The volunteer staff were so kind and the cats personalities are described surprisingly accurate. If you're thinking about adopting, look no further. read more

HPA! is the best no kill rescue around! All the pets they save are from the euthanasia lists at BARC and Harris County Animal Shelter. When you adopt or foster from them, you are LITERALLY saving a pet's life! How cool is that?! HPA staff and volunteers are some of the most dedicated and compassionate people you'll find in Houston, always willing to go the extra mile to make a difference. I highly suggest checking out this rescue if you love pets and want to help save their lives!! read more

Absolutely incredible organization and very responsive and helpful from beginning to end of the adoption of our pup! The woman who was fostering her was one of the sweetest souls I have ever met, and we even keep in touch to share photos from time to time. All around great experience and would recommend to anyone looking to foster or adopt. read more

It took me a while to take the step to fostering an animal. But after much research I decided to go with Houston Pet's Alive. I love the work they do to save animals but what touched me was what they did for all the displaced animals after Harvey. I've fostered 4 dogs so far and thru HPA events found them forever homes. Such a rewarding experience. read more

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My fiancé and I adopted one of our dogs, Chulo, from HPA in 2019. As someone who is now actively involved in the rescue community and has worked with many rescues, I felt the need to write this review about Kristen, our adoption coordinator. Kristen was so well organized, which is rare for most rescues we have encountered. She took the time to make conversation with us, ask us about our life and life plans. I knew she was vetting us to see if we were a good fit to adopt a dog, and I appreciated that because I knew that she would not adopt dogs out irresponsibly and had the dogs best interests in mind AND at the same time we never felt wrongly judged. We played with Chulo in a secure room while she called our vet, landlord and references. When she returned we talked more and eventually signed adoption papers for our new family member. He had not been neutered yet so it was a few days later that I was actually able to bring him home. Kristen kept in contact with me the whole time and prepared me for what I needed to do once he was home. When I was carrying Chulo to my car (he had just had surgery), Kristen and I were both crying happy tears. Chulo was so frightened and anxious, but we both knew that he was going to his forever home and would become a happy and healthy pup. She reminded me to register his microchip, suggested pet insurance, and followed up with me to see how he was adjusting. She was there with us through the whole process, which I am SO grateful for. Kristen is someone who deeply cares about the dogs at HPA and for that I have the highest appreciation for what she does for Houston's rescue community. I cannot think of a better fit for someone in the rescue/adoption industry than someone like her. Thank you for everything you do, and introducing me to my best friend, Chulo (who is not thriving and conquering his anxiety like a champ!) I cannot be more grateful. read more

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Typical pet people--rude, weird, holier-than-though, and don't like being around other humans.

I absolutely love HPA! I volunteer with them weekly and am left in awe each time of how much they love and care for animals! My bf and I are currently also fostering a precious pup with them and have just fallen head over heels for Ms. Fiona (as has her doggy foster brother )! read more

Houston Pets Alive - Community Service/Non-Profit Near Me - Houston, Texas

I fostered and then adopted my dog from here. HPA does not care about the animals and just wants to churn them in and out to increase their adoption numbers. They provide zero support and are rude and unhelpful. They told me my dog didn't need toys! When I told them my friend had found an abused dog their response was that they don't take them in, but provided no alternative suggestions. They try to guilt trip and force you to foster dogs that are not a good fit for you. I love my dog (no thanks to HPA) but do not recommend you give them your money or time. read more

Really wonderful staff and volunteers working tirelessly to help dogs and cats. If you can't adopt, these folks will set you up with a foster and resources to help! read more

Beautiful, happy kittens, but don't let them schedule you an "appointment" to meet a kitten. They will straight up let someone adopt the kitten before you even make it to your appointment. If they're going to make appointments they should say, "someone is scheduled to meet this kitten, but if they don't adopt she's yours." Or don't make appointments and let people know the kitten will be at the pet store 9-3, first come first serve. If they had told me that I would've shown up at 9 and avoided a really stressful situation that really upset my children today. Luckily the other lady let us adopt the kitten we came for, but that was out of her kindness, not the center's policy. read more

I volunteered for Houston Pets Alive cleaning their kennels and walking the dogs and washing the dishes and enjoyed every minute of it because I knew I was doing something good for the community. This was after Hurricane Harvey hit Houston. Houston Pets Alive has done everything in their power to rescue dogs and cats from killing locations and finding forever homes for them whether it be here in Houston, another city in Texas, or outside of the state. They're doing a magnificent job with the care and the cleanup and the Outsourcing for their help and they're always putting out request for items that they need in the in the rescue place. Thank you Houston Pets Alive for being there for us when we needed you. read more

Houston Pets Alive is a dog and cat rescue dedicated to make the Houston area a "no kill" city. All efforts to make this dream come true are done by volunteers. I've helped with dog care at the Stella Link location, transported dogs from the county animal shelter, fostered, worked adoption events and donated to this fabulous and supportive rescue group read more

We adopted our beagle/terrier mix a few week ago and he's a wonderful dog! Crate trained, house trained, quiet. I can't believe he was ever put on a kill list because he is such a good dog. We love him, and are so glad that HPL saved his life so that he can be part of our lives. Highly recommend adopting from here! read more

What an excellent cause, I support HPA and their cause to make Houston a no-kill city in every way possible.

Great organization to volunteer or foster for. Adopt, don't shop!

Though there were a few nice volunteers this place is not it. Waited 3 hours for our turn to meet the dog and they said we could run errands. So we did and when we got back we were told that we couldn't go in because we were 10 mins late after we had been waiting for 3 hours. Very rude volunteer gave me an attitude for being a little late. read more

HPA's dedication to make Houston no-kill city is amazing! They are literally taking animals from euthanasia lists. I've been fostering with them more than 1 year now. They are well organized, and extremely supportive! If you want to make difference and rescue a life, I highly recommend Houston Pets Alive. You will meet great people here! read more

I have given Freedom Rides from the Harris County Animal Shelter to HPA for lucky dogs who are saved from the euthanasia list at the last minute. All the pets they save are from the euthanasia lists at BARC and Harris County Animal Shelter. So when you adopt or foster from them, you are LITERALLY saving a dog or cat's life! HPA staff and volunteers are some of the most dedicated and compassionate people you'll find in Houston. When you are looking for a dog or a cat, ADOPT, don't SHOP! Go visit HPA and find the love of your life! read more

HPA is working hard to change the overpopulation of homeless dogs and cats in Houston and make us a no kill city! Please consider volunteering, donating, fostering or adopting...all are desperately needed. The good thing about HPA...the animals are already all SAFE...they just need to find their forever homes! I have been volunteering at HPA since the hurricane and have found my calling! read more

Very caring organization that really believes in their stated mission. I fostered several dogs thru this organization and they were very responsive and helpful read more

They lied to me about a puppy, said he was sweet and a little shy at first, and almost all the way potty trained. They were quick and happy to take my $150 also. The first day he crapped on my floor immediately after I took him for a walk to use the bathroom. This happened everyday, multiple times a day for the rest of the time I had him. He was shy the whole time with people, but aggressive with my other dog. I had been told he was friendly with other animals, untrue. I tried to schedule a time with hpa to drop him off, first they said 9-9:30 am, but they apparently couldn't do that. They tried to get me to come at 2, after I'd already found a ride for that time, for Saturday, a whole week after I got him. I said I couldn't do that and that I'd take him to a shelter. They told me they'd call and report me for animal abuse and neglect, for taking him to a shelter. I was pissed, so my mom took over and we dropped him off today. They still kept my $150 happily. I'm warning anyone who is thinking about coming here, don't. They are horrible and if you have to bring the dog back, they had a horrible attitude and tried to force me to keep him. read more

This is my very first dog shelter I have volunteered for. I wanted a place where I could go freely and walk dogs at my own time. This is the place! Of course there is so much more to do there just sign up online and the volunteer process is easy and simple. Take your fee time to give these babies the attention they deserve. read more

true love for animals!! i started volunteering in september, 2017 after hurricane harvey and want to volunteer again soon!!