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Harris County Pets

Animal shelter in Houston, TX

The Veterinary Public Health (VPH) division of Harris County Public Health works in partnership with the community to create a safe, healthy and caring environment for residents and animals of unincorporated Harris County. The Harris County Animal Shelter is operated under VPH.

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Address
612 Canino Road
Houston, TX 77076
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Meet their adoptable pets

612 Canino Road

Houston, TX 77076

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Monday: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Thursday: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Friday: 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

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Adoptable pets at Harris County Pets

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A636016

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Houston, TX
Needs Home Fast
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A636009

Husky

Female, Adult
Houston, TX
Needs Home Fast
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A636014

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Houston, TX
Needs Home Fast
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A636012

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Houston, TX
Needs Home Fast
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A636015

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Houston, TX
Needs Home Fast
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A636013

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Houston, TX

Shelter FAQs

Harris County, Texas

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Pay Fee
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Visit the shelter 612 Canino Rd. Houston, TX 77076 during regular adoption hours Monday - Friday 1 pm - 5:30 pm and
Saturday and Sunday 11 am - 3:30 pm. No phone holds. All adopters must be 18 years old or above and adoptions must be done in person. Every adoption includes spay/neuter surgery, vaccinations, microchip, and one year pet license.

Adoption application

https://www.countypets.com/Adopt

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JETTA

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Ash

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LOUISE

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