Adopt A Pet

Adoption Process and Fees

Adoption Hours
Monday - Friday - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 
Saturday - Sunday - 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM 
 
NOTE: The adoptions center will be closed on Tuesday, February 10. Normal hours will resume on Wednesday, February 11.
 
Adoption Location
The Houston Humane Society’s Audrey Jones Beck Adoption Center is located at 14700 Almeda Rd., Houston, TX 77053. Just two easy blocks south of Beltway 8, and only seven miles south of NRG Stadium.
 

Dog Adoption Fees

Puppies 6 months of age and under - $100
25 pounds or less (any age) - $100
7 months and older - $50
 
Purebred or highly adoptable breeds (VIPs) are not included in discounted pricing and are priced at the discretion of the shelter manager. These higher fees help us care for those animals who are harder to place in loving homes. 
 
Cat Adoption Fee
Adult cats - $50
Kittens - $75
 
We offer special discounts if you are adopting more than one cat/kitten!
 
Purebred or highly adoptable breeds (VIPs) are not included in discounted pricing and are priced at the discretion of the shelter manager. These higher fees help us care for those animals who are harder to place in loving homes. 
 
Adoption Discounts

Senior Discount - Any senior 60 yrs and older who adopt a dog or cat 6 yrs and older will receive a 60 % discount on the adoption fee.


Heartworm Positive Dogs - The adoption fee is waived for Heartworm positive dogs when the adopter pays for the HW treatment at HHS clinic.  
 

Mini Mammals & Exotics Adoption Fees

  • $10 Hamsters
  • $10 Gerbils
  • $10 Mice*
  • $15 Rats*
  • $25 Guinea Pigs*
  • $25 Rabbits
  • $100 Ferrets
  • $100 Chinchillas
  • $100 Hedgehogs
  • $150 Sugar Gliders*
*Must be adopted in pairs or groups if they are housed together in the shelter
 
*Reptile, amphibian, and bird adoption fees are based on the species*
 
Adoption Process
Once at our adoptions facility
 
Once you enter, please feel free to walk around and view our adoptable animals. Our adoption staff will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.
 
Once at the lobby, cats and kittens will be located to your right, and puppies and small dogs to your left. Straight back through the double doors you will find 5 kennel buildings we call “cabanas”, each with a different color, and full of dogs of all ages and sizes waiting to meet you! If you would like to see a dog located in a cabana, please communicate the color and animal ID of the dog to one of our adoption counselors.
 
*** We require all future adopters to bring with them the following documents: 
1) a proof of address
2) your driver's license or valid ID
 
*** Having these 2 previous documents (electronically or in paper) with you when visiting our Adoption Center will speed up your adoption approval process and will allow you to take your new pet home that same day if cleared by our adoption coordinators. Incomplete applications will take longer and then there is a risk that someone else with a complete application could adopt your desired pet! 
 
When you’ve found the one or two…
  • Once you have decided on your newest family member, please go back to the lobby and speak with an adoption counselor to finalize the adoption process
When you adopt from HHS you are:
  • Opening up your home to a homeless pet that is ready to give a lifetime of unconditional love and affection!
  • Helping counter the pet overpopulation crisis in Houston that leaves millions of animals without homes and proper care each year.
  • Helping to support the thousands of animals cared for by HHS each year.
  • Choosing NOT to support the cruel and inhumane practices of puppy mills and other breeders whose first consideration is money, not the well-being of the animals they continue to help overpopulate.
  • Getting the best value for your new best friend.

 

Houston Humane Society Adoption Medical Care

 
 
What Care Does My New Pet Receive?
 
At Houston Humane Society (HHS), every animal receives compassionate, responsible veterinary care based on current medical standards and each pet’s individual needs. Below is an accurate overview of the care provided prior to adoption or foster-to-adopt placement.

General Health Exam

 

Our trained veterinary technicians and veterinarians evaluate every animal daily to ensure ongoing health and well-being. 

 

Testing

 

To help protect both pets and adopters:

  • All cats are tested for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)
  • All dogs over 5 months of age are tested for heartworm disease
  • All seniors receive full bloodwork testing 

Test results are shared with adopters whenever available.

 

 

Spay & Neuter

 

Animals who are not already altered will be spayed or neutered as part of the adoption process.

  • Some pets may go home through our Foster-to-Adopt Program and return for surgery at a scheduled date.
  • All procedures are performed using standard veterinary surgical and anesthesia protocols focused on safety and comfort.
     

Parasite Treatment (Deworming)

 

All animals receive treatment for common intestinal parasites, including:

  • Pyrantel (for roundworms and hookworms)
  • Ponazuril (for coccidia)
  • All pets receive monthly flea and heartworm prevention 
     

Grooming & Nail Trims

 

Basic grooming, such as ear cleaning and nail trimming, is provided on a case-by-case basis depending on the individual needs and comfort of each pet.
 

Cuddly Adopter Kit

 

HHS partners with Cuddly to provide adopters with a take-home kit. Every bag purchased through our affiliate link helps feed a shelter pet and supports animals still in our care.
 

Microchip

 

All pets are microchipped before going to their new forever home. The microchip is automatically registered with the microchip company at the time of adoption. This helps identify and reunite your pet if they are ever lost or missing.
 

Rabies Vaccination

 

In compliance with state law, all pets 3 months of age and older receive a mandatory rabies vaccination. Each pet is issued a numbered rabies tag for identification.
 

Vaccinations

 

Cats receive:

  • FVRCP (feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia)
  • Rabies

Dogs receive:

  • DA2PP (distemper, adenovirus, parvovirus, parainfluenza)
  • Bordetella (kennel cough)
  • Rabies
     

Sterilization Tattoo

 

All animals altered by HHS receive a small tattoo indicating the pet has been spayed or neutered. This helps prevent unnecessary future surgery and may increase the likelihood of adoption if the pet is ever brought to another shelter or animal control facility.
 

Food & Housing

 

All pets in our care receive:

  • Daily nutrition and treats
  • Daily walks
  • Playgroups and socialization
  • Clean housing with beds and blankets
  • Enrichment activities and toys while they wait for their forever home
  • Daily medications as needed and as prescribed by our veterinary team
  • Dogs are evaluated and, when indicated, started on heartworm treatment upon arrival
     

What Adopters Should Know

 

While our team works hard to provide thorough care, shelter pets may still require additional veterinary visits after adoption. We encourage all adopters to establish care with a private veterinarian to ensure their new companion continues to thrive.

 

If you have any questions about your pet’s medical history or care, our team is always happy to help.

 

Houston Humane Society is committed to transparency, animal welfare, and helping every pet begin their new life as healthy and supported as possible.

 
 
*** The above is valued at over $450.00, however, you are just paying the HHS adoption fee
 
At Houston Humane Society, we’re proud to partner with Cuddly, who supplies our shelter dogs with food and provides adopters with a take-home kit. Every bag purchased helps feed a shelter pet.