BARC ANIMAL SHELTER AND ADOPTIONS

Become a Rescue Partner

Rescue and transport partners play an integral role in saving lives. During fiscal year 2023, a total of 8,773 pets were transferred to partner organizations. You can learn more about BARC's statistics and reports at www.houstontx.gov/barc/stats-reports.html.

Each rescue group plays an essential role in making an impact, and we are always looking for new partners. Are you interested in helping us change a pet's life? To become an official rescue partner, please complete the application linked below. Current partners must be a 501(c)(3) non-profit. 

Please have the items listed below ready when you start an application:

• IRS form confirming 501(c)(3) status
• Group mission statement
• Adoption standards and contract
• Sterilization policies
• Social media handles and website URL

Current Rescue Partners:

The following is a list of some of our rescue and transport partners who work tirelessly to help save lives. Please note that not all of our partners are listed here, as some have requested to remain off the public list.

If you're a current, approved BARC rescue partner and would like to be added to this list, please email our rescue team at BARC.aid@houstontx.gov.

• Austin German Shepherd Rescue
• Ruff Journey Animal Rescue
• This is Houston
• ADAPT Houston
• Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab
• Woof and Willow Co. Puppy Rescue
• Utah Beagle Rescue
• Salty Dog Sanctuary
• Friends Left Behind Rescue
• K9-Up Project
• Three Little Pitties
• Fur A Pawsitive Future
• Big Dog Haven
• For the Sake of Being Humane
• Furry Friends Animal Rescue
• The Rescue Welfare Trust Fund of the Bull Terrier Club of America (RWTFBTCA)
• Great Dane Rescue of Southeast Texas
• Berg Foster Life Rescue
• Destination Rescue
• Pom Squad Rescue
• Zesty Misfits
• Camo Rescue
• Rescued Pets Movement (RPM)
• Scouts Honor
• Yorkie of Houston Rescue
• Pug Hearts Rescue
• Belles Buds
• Houston Chow Chow Connection
• South Texas Aussie Rescue