The author’s dog, Trooper, is a prime example of the many loving adoptees that are waiting for you in Austin
Austin proudly became a No Kill city in 2010. A few years later, The Huffington Post named Austin one of the safest U.S. cities for dogs and cats. Great work, Austin. I’m proud to call you home!
When you’re ready to let a furry friend invade your heart and home, help us stay No Kill by adopting a dog, cat, or even bunny from an Austin animal shelter. Below are seven local rescue groups that will help you get matched to your perfect animal companion. And don’t forget to spay and neuter, like Bob Barker always said!
1/ Austin Pets Alive!
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This beloved No Kill animal shelter is pretty much the OG of Austin rescue shelters. Since 2008, Austin Pets Alive! has saved more than 50,000 dogs and cats from euthanasia in the Central Texas area. Stop by the Cesar Chavez location to check out heartier dogs, like labs and pit bulls. There are also plenty of cats. The Tarrytown location is better for smaller dogs and cats.
Can’t commit to caring for a rescue, but want to get involved? Sign up to volunteer to walk dogs or love on some kitties!
1156 W. Cesar Chavez – Website
➡️ Keep reading: Austin Pets Alive Leads Nation But Could Lose Everything
2/ Austin Dog Rescue
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Austin Dog Rescue has saved thousands of dogs from the mean streets since 2006. What makes this nonprofit unique is that all dogs are cared for and live in foster homes until they are adopted. There are adorable mixed-breeds of all sizes and shapes looking for a forever home.
3/ Austin Humane Society
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Austin Humane Society is the largest No Kill, nonprofit shelter and pet adoption center in Austin. It is dedicated to saving homeless dogs and cats, educating the community about responsible pet adoption, and reducing pet overpopulation. Stop in to find your perfect dog or cat match.
124 W. Anderson Lane – Website
4/ PAWS of Austin
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PAWS stands for Protection for Animal Welfare Services, and the organization is serious about providing refuge for stray and abandoned animals, especially Great Danes. Paw your way over to this nonprofit to adopt a gentle giant.
5/ Forgotten Friends
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This nonprofit is supported solely by the generous residents of Austin. Forgotten Friends rescues mixed-breed dogs from kill shelters, houses them in a mini shelter, and helps them get adopted. If a mixed-breed is what you need to complete your life, then you can fill out an adoption application today.
6/ Street Cat Rescue
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In 2006, Donna Powell created Street Cat Rescue as a feline sanctuary. As a nonprofit charity, the organization relies on heartfelt donations from the community and seeks volunteers. Want to give a feline friend a forever home? Fill out an application today.
➡️ Keep reading: Inside Look Into Austin’s Blue Cat Cafe
7/ House Rabbit Resource Network
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This unique rescue group is dedicated to helping domestic rabbits by rescuing, educating the public, and facilitating adoption. House Rabbit Resource Network currently has a list of 25 rabbits, with names like Abra and Dr. Seuss, that need a loving home.
110 W. Pflugerville Parkway – Website
@dollarsaenz86 wants to know:
What are your favorite Austin animal shelters?
The original version of this article was published March 15, 2015.
