Give a dog in the shelter a day to remember!
A Doggy Day Out is a simple way to give a dog a day outside of the shelter, enjoy some one-on-one time together, and help us learn more about their personality outside of the shelter environment.
Your time with a dog can increase their chances of adoption. One important part of Doggy Day Out is what you tell us afterward. Your feedback, report card, photos, and videos help our team better understand each dog and tell their story to connect them with the best family possible!
How Doggy Day Out Works
1. Sign Up for Doggy Day Out
Joining Doggy Day Out is easy.
Click here to get started, and we’ll email you instructions for your special day out.
Please allow up to 48 hours for a response to your message.
2. Enjoy a Day Outside the Shelter
Take your Doggy Day Out pup on an adventure that works for both of you. Spend time together, explore, relax, play, or simply enjoy some companionship outside of the shelter environment.
As you spend time together, take photos and videos, and pay close attention to your dog’s behavior.
How do they behave in new environments?
- Are they playful, relaxed, curious, or shy?
- How do they interact with people?
- How do they do in the car?
- What helps them feel comfortable and confident?
3. Complete the Doggy Day Out Report Card — Important Step
Your feedback matters. Please complete the Doggy Day Out report card after your outing. The form will be emailed to you after your day out.
Dogs can behave differently when they are away from the shelter. Your observations help us understand their personality, preferences, behavior, and needs in a more relaxed setting.
Your photos, videos and feedback can give our team valuable insight into who a dog really is.
Share your Doggy Day Out adventure on social media and tag @HoustonHumane to help spread the word about shelter dogs looking for loving forever homes.
This information can help our team:
- Learn more about each dog’s personality.
- Better understand how they interact with people and the world around them.
- Create more accurate and helpful adoption information.
- Match dogs with potential adopters more effectively.
- Boost their adoptability.
Even small details can be incredibly helpful. Please tell us what you noticed, both the good and the unexpected.
What Dogs Qualify for this Program?
All dogs available for adoption may be eligible for a Doggy Day Out!
Doggy Day Out activities and outings may vary from dog to dog based on their individual behavioral and medical needs. Our team will provide guidance to help ensure each dog has a safe, comfortable, and positive experience.
Additional Questions
For general questions and information please email: DoggyDayOut@HoustonHumane.org