Welcome to Special Pals! Since 1979, we’ve passionately championed the cause of animal welfare in Houston. Join us in our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome, ensuring every animal finds their forever home.
Our mission is twofold: to save as many animal lives as possible, and in doing so, transform Houston into the Gold Standard for animal welfare. By collaborating with local rescue organizations, we aim to create a synergistic approach, ensuring every animal gets a chance at life and love.
To transform Houston into the Gold Standard for animal welfare. Our vision is a future where every animal is treated with compassion, love, and respect. We’re continuously expanding our outreach, improving our services, and innovating our approach to make this vision a reality.
At the heart of our work lies a deep-rooted empathy and kindness for all animals, treating each one with the respect and love they deserve.
We uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in every action, ensuring that our community can trust and rely on us.
We treat every animal, volunteer, staff member, and supporter with the utmost regard, recognizing the value and uniqueness each brings to our mission.
We understand the magnitude of our role in the community and strive always to set the benchmark for care, advocacy, and positive change.
Our commitment to animal welfare is unwavering, as we tirelessly work towards a world where every animal is treated with dignity and care.
We believe in the strength of unity, working hand-in-hand with our community, volunteers, partners, and supporters to achieve our shared goals.
We depend on the generous support of donors, volunteers, and sponsors. Your donations help fund our life-saving programs and services. Your time helps make an even greater impact on the lives of Houston’s animals in need.
Make a difference today. Donate to our cause, volunteer your time, or become a sponsor and support our mission. Every contribution counts — join us now!
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Special Pals, founded in 1979, is Houston’s longest-running no-kill animal shelter. We’re dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and re-homing animals while advocating for a compassionate community through our education and outreach initiatives.
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