The Best Katy, TX Dog Rescues & Shelters in 2025

Berg Foster Life

What is Berg Foster Life 501c3 EIN 87-1555598 After several years of working with other rescues in the Houston area as well as across the US, in July of 2021 we officially opened Berg Foster Life. The original idea was to be a middle place for dogs that were getting ready to transfer to rescues in places that had a greater demand for dogs than dogs available for adoption. We quickly learned that there were more dogs in need here in Houston than we could transfer out and the medical expenses of getting them ready for adoption weren’t easily sustainable. We then decided to adopt some dogs out locally to help us provide the medical expenses for transport dogs as well as provide community outreach that is much needed in this area. It also allowed us to intake dogs regardless of heartworm status since we can now provide the costly treatment for these dogs and adopt them locally if we are unable to transport them due to heartworm status. We also recognize that while this area is a tough place for dogs, there are still many wonderful adopters that should have the chance to adopt a loving family member. In our first year we saved over 500 dogs and a few cats, and are looking forward to continuing our mission. We couldn’t continue to do what we do without the support of our adopters, partner rescues and shelters, donors, fosters, and amazing team members.

Great Pyrenees Advocates of Texas

Great Pyrenees Advocates of Texas (GPAT) is a foster based, 501c3 rescue group operating throughout Texas. We were established to respond to the extreme numbers of at-risk Great Pyrenees dogs and Great Pyrenees mixes that need our help. Hands on rescue assistance is the cornerstone of our rescue and answers the immediate need of Pyrenees in distress. We also believe that community outreach and education about the breed is very important to help alleviate the future, long term suffering of Great Pyrenees.

2 Many Dogs Rescue

We are a small rescue dedicated to the welfare of unwanted dogs in our part of rural southeast Texas. All of our dogs are located in Texas and we prefer to adopt directly to out-of-state homes to leave more homes available for the other dogs in our area. We can transport almost anywhere within the continental US and to Canada through the port of entry in Buffalo NY. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tattooed, fully vaccinated (Rabies, DAPPvL2, Bordetella), microchipped, negative for parasites and heartworms, and current on heartworm and flea prevention per transport regulations. All transport costs are included in the adoption fee. Dogs are sent via ground transport with a number of reputable rescue transports.

Navasota Animal Services

The city's Animal Control Officer enforces the animal control ordinances and takes care of the animals placed in the animal shelter. The Navasota Police Department operates the animal shelter at 1607 Nolan Street, for animals picked up by animal control personnel, to assist with the recovery of lost animals, and to find homes for animals that can be adopted.

Almost Home Pet Rescue

Almost Home Pet Rescue is an all foster based, 501c3 non-profit charity. This means there is no facility where the animals in the rescue are kept - they are with fosters. Our mission is to save as many dogs as possible by rescuing from high kill shelters and the streets of Houston. Our rescues are placed into foster homes until they are adopted. We rescue from most of animal controls in the Greater Houston and Southeast Texas areas. Our adoption events are in Katy, TX every weekend. All our animals are vaccinated, spayed/neutered and micro chipped.

Smiling Dog Farms

We are a NO-KILL non-profit 501(c) animal rescue giving hope to the forgotten, neglected and rejected. We are a non-profit 501(c) animal rescue aimed at instilling hope to the forgotten, neglected and rejected dogs we rescue from kill-shelters and the streets. We are a compassionate team of animal lovers who believe every life deserves a chance. We do not shy away from saving dogs in need of extensive medical care. We are equipped with temperature-controlled indoor kennels. All of our dogs are kept comfortable and fully sheltered from outdoor weather conditions while also having daily access to the outdoors. We have a dedicated adoption team committed to finding every dog the most awesome home. Through an application, phone interview, and home visit, our goal is to make a match made in heaven for each dog and their new family.

Waller Animal Shelter and Rescue

Our History Seeing a nonprofit to support our community's animals, we formed our organization to provide sensible solutions. We've grown considerably since then, all thanks to the helping hands of this amazing community! Animals Are Our Mission We focus on making the maximum positive effect in helping pups in need. Our volunteers provide the momentum we need. Using community donations, we take actions that make a long-lasting difference.

Humane Animal Rescue Project

Started in 2013, in Hempstead Texas, as a reaction to poor animal care and overcrowding at the local shelters, HARP has rescued over 150 dogs as well as many strays. Many of the dogs come to us in poor health, poorly mannered, anti-social , and fearful. Our committment is a 100% dedication to giving the dogs a home they have missed out on. We provide quality medical care with volunteer vets and experienced staff. We have strong adoption progarms by partnering up with websites like petfinder.com, and local business like Patti's Pet Depot and PetSmart. Harp is also a Sanctuary for dogs who would otherwise be euthanized or left to live a sad existence. Once here every dog has a home for life, wether adopted or not. We provide quality indoor/outdoor kenneling , play yards, lots of playtime, basic obedience training and security. Of course, our main goal is to adopt our wonderful babies to a loving forever home. Our criteria can be strict and our volunteers can be picky, but each one of the pups deserves the best.

Houston Boxer Rescue

Houston Boxer Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, all-volunteer, total foster care (no kennel facility) organization. HBR is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, health, and re-homing of abused, abandoned, neglected, or surrendered boxers within the Houston Metroplex and beyond. No officer or volunteer of Houston Boxer Rescue is compensated for their services. Rescue is a commitment of the heart, a labor of love. We are serious about changing the lives of boxers that come through our program. Our goal for the dogs we rescue is a loving and secure forever future in a home that has been vetted by an experienced volunteer. We strive to match the needs and character of a particular animal to the home environment of an approved adopter. Houston Boxer Rescue depends totally upon donations from like-minded, compassionate people. If you are an individual, a business, or a corporation that believes in our mission, please consider a tax-deductible contribution today. Remember to inquire as to whether your workplace supports matching donations.

Friends Left Behind Rescue

Friends Left Behind Rescue was founded in 2023 by an animal enthusiast who recognized the need for a dedicated rescue and rehabilitation center in our community. Since then, we have rescued and rehabilitated many animals from all over the region. Our facility includes a network of medical professionals and a caring team of volunteers who are passionate about the welfare of animals. We are committed to providing the best possible care for every animal that comes through our doors. Our History We formed our nonprofit organization to provide pet rescue solutions nationally. We've grown considerably since then, all thanks to the helping hands of this amazing community!

Starfish Rescue

Our belief is we were put on this earth to be good stewards. Those of us who put the core of our very being into helping as many of the abused and abandoned angels that we can simply believe this is what should be done. It is a dauntless journey, but even the strongest among us have times when we crater and fall. The pain, the suffering and sheer numbers that lay before us each and every day can become the title wave that brings us to our knees. So why do we do it? Because when the day is done and we still for a moment, we look into the eyes that would not be open, we watch the tug of war that would not be taking place, we witness the joy of a simple romp in the grass, we see the safe contentment of lying in a comfy bed that would otherwise be empty and we smile for those few that we were able to save. Some days we get a picture sent by the proud parents of those who have been placed in loving a home by our hand, and “behold it was very good.” We smile with renewed strength and determination to start the next day and make a difference for one more.

4 Paws Farm, Inc

Usually you ask "what" is an organization like 4 Paws Farm. But, we are different. We are not an organization, we are people helping dogs and cats find their forever homes. Or, we place them either in foster homes or our sanctuary. Many of our residents are medical or behavioral pets that would have been killed. Some will never leave the farm. All receive high quality care from our veterinarians and the veterinarian school at Texas A & M University. We always do what's right for the pet. Money is never a consideration. Delaney's Deli is our pet food pantry feeding thousands of pets in other shelters, rescue groups and folks in financial need. Over 300,000 pounds of high quality pet food and treats have been given away. Legally, we are a Texas not-for-profit corporation with a 501c(3) from the Internal Revenue Service. Guide Star.org, the most respected non-profit organization reporting website has given us their highest award, Platinum Star Exchange. Click on the logo below to be directed to our pages on their site. We are all volunteers. Every penny you give goes either to food, vet care or our transport vans!

City Of Katy Animal Shelter

The City of Katy Animal Control department enforces City and State laws. Persons wishing to visit any animals in the shelter may do so by making an appointment. Individuals wanting to adopt or foster a pet in the shelter may contact any of our approved nonprofit rescue groups listed at the bottom of this page. Pet surrenders are not accepted at this facility. Arrangements must be made in advance for Officers to retrieve the pet from your Katy residence.

Burttschell Rescue Ranch

Burttschell Rescue Ranch is a 501c3 horse and dog rescue located in Sealy, TX. We take in homeless dogs and teach basic obedience, take care of any medical issues and learn all about them and their personalities. Once we know them better we find them good homes. We also teach kids about horses, the importance of rescue and about treating all animals with respect and compassion. BRR is located in Sealy Texas and is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. We are an all volunteer dog and horse rescue organization saving kids through education, we runs on donation and community support, none of the people working here are paid employees. Most have full time jobs and donate their time after working a full day. All of the funds we receive to keep our organization running are donated via our wonderful supporters, via fundraisers or out of our own pockets. We always need volunteers to help with just about everything. We need help to care for, play with and/or clean up after the rescued animals. We need help with our fundraisers, you can help by donating items for the fundraisers (auctions, raffles adoption events ect...), we also need help to organize and run the fundraisers.

Greyhound Pets of America - Houston

Greyhound Pets of America ‚ Houston (GPA-Houston) is the Houston chapter of Greyhound Pets of America (GPA), a national non-profit organization. GPA National was founded in 1987 and, together with its nearly 40 nationwide chapters, has adopted over 100,000 greyhounds to homes throughout the country. Established in March 1988, GPA-Houston was the first greyhound adoption group in Texas. For over thirty-five years, GPA Houston has been and continues to be dedicated to finding responsible and loving homes for retired racing greyhounds. GPA Houston is also involved in educating the public on the suitability and availability of greyhounds as pets, and to acquainting them on how this beautiful and noble breed makes an excellent and loving pet. GPA-Houston operates throughout the greater Houston area.

Sauver Des Chiens

Sauver Des Chiens is a volunteer and foster based 501(c)3 non-profit German Shepherd Rescue dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming German Shepherd Dogs in high-risk shelters, strays, cases of abuse/neglect, and owner surrenders in Texas and Southern Louisiana. Sauver Des Chiens, which is French for “To Save The Dogs”, was founded November 2016. SDC is a 501(c)3 all-volunteer, foster-based organization. We are based in Texas but have fosters and dogs throughout Texas and Louisiana. Our passion and mission is to rescue neglected, unwanted, and abused, German Shepherd and Large Paw Dogs with the goal of finding them a new permanent and loving home. All dogs receive full veterinary care, including spay/neuter, positive training and necessary behavior modification before they are ready to adopt. Although we are still a relatively new German Shepherd Rescue group, we have managed to save over 600 lives. We run our group with honesty, integrity and heart. About Our Founder Karen is one of the most passionate dog loving people our group has ever seen. She is committed to making sure everyone’s voice is heard, even those who cannot speak for themselves. She is our founding member and has been in the rescue industry for 10+ years. There are a lot of people out there that forget this is a volunteer trade, however Karen’s devotion and reliability would emulate one of someone who makes millions.

Short Mugs Rescue Squad

Short Mugs Rescue Squad is a volunteer based 501(c)3 rescue group based out of Texas focusing on French Bulldogs. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home French Bulldogs. Although our main focus is on French Bulldogs we will try to help place English Bulldogs, Bostons and Pugs in other reputable rescue groups. Please see our RESCUE LINKS PAGE for other breed specific rescue groups. If we have room we will help any of these breeds that are in need. Our goal is to network with various Bulldog, Boston and Pug Rescues to get these breeds out of harm’s way and placed in forever homes. Applications are not chosen on a first come first serve basis. The applicants that best match the available dog's adoption criteria will be selected. Our goal is to match dogs and their forever families. Applications are very competitive and we have to narrow down the choices to the applicants that best fit the dog's needs. This is a very difficult decision to make. Please be as specific as possible in your application. If you would like information about a specific dog please read their bio on the website. We do not usually adopt to out of state applicants. The reason for this is if there is a need to return the dog for any reason we do not have any volunteers in the area to take them back in. We will consider out of state applicants on a case by case basis in the states of OK and LA only. We are not able to adopt to other states.

Saved Dogs & Sane Chicks

We are a passionate dog rescue organization based in Tomball, Texas, dedicated to providing a lifeline to abandoned, abused, and neglected dogs. We focus on the most vulnerable cases, often overlooked by other shelters, and operate solely through a dedicated network of foster families. The Story Behind the Name Our name is more than just words—it’s a playful nod to the spirited and fearless women who dare to defy stereotypes and break boundaries in the name of saving our four-legged companions. In a world filled with memes highlighting the “crazy” antics of women in dog rescue, from daring fence climbs to impromptu grooming sessions en route to a Cotillion, we embrace the lighthearted irony that unites us. While our dedication to our furry friends knows no bounds, our ability to find joy and laughter amidst the chaos sets us apart. Join our pack of “Sane Chicks” as we challenge perceptions, celebrate resilience, and save dogs with love, laughter, and a whole lot of heart. Finding Loving Homes Every dog deserves a loving and secure place to call home. At Saved Dogs & Sane Chicks, we’re passionate about finding the perfect forever families for our amazing canine companions. Here’s how you can help: • Browse our website to see our adoptable dogs • Consider opening your heart and home to a deserving dog in need. • Share our adoptable dogs with your friends and family on social media to help them find their happily ever after.

StoryBook Rescues

StoryBook Rescues is a 501(c)3 charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of all furry friends! Regardless if SBR is your forever home or just a stepping stone to help find a forever home, we believe all animals belong in a humane environment where they are loved and treated like family. Our mission is to ensure no animal is ever left behind, regardless of age, breed, or care requirements.

Pet's Paraiso

Pet’s Paraiso is a non-profit organization IRS 501C3 , established in June 2023 through the initiative of our founders, Vanessa Gonzalez and Camilo Correa, who love and care deeply for the well-being of helpless animals. Our goal is to assist stray dogs and cats that have been abandoned, helping them find a responsible family that will welcome them with love and respect.

Houston Beagle Rescue

Houston Beagle and Hound Rescue, Inc. (HBHR) is a non-profit 501-(c)-3, all-volunteer organization dedicated to beagle and hound rescue. We are a small group of volunteers who foster dogs in our homes. There is no shelter facility. We provide placement assistance to shelters and individuals who need to find homes for hounds which, for various reasons, have become stray or homeless. HBHR is incorporated in the state of Texas and our federal EIN number is 75-3113421. Most of our animals come from high-kill animal control facilities where they were scheduled to be euthanized. Our goal is finding homes for the dogs with families who want to continue our mission of giving the neglected dogs a second chance. We want to place the dogs with adopters who come to us because they are interested in doing their own part in giving the rescued dogs a better life and a second chance. Our long-term goal is to educate the public regarding the tragic pet over-population problem in the U.S and around the world so that rescue will one day no longer be needed.