🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘️ On Euthanasia list at BARC, Houston for Monday, 7/6/26. Deadline at 1pm 🆘️

ID #A2083551

🐾 Meet 13 month old puppy Nick

ID #A2083551

13 month old Neutered Male White / Black Pointer Mix

Weight: 50 lbs

Intake Date: 6/30/2026

Nick came in with another dog who is at the shelter and not on the euthanasia list yet (ID #A2083550, picture in comments)

Medical Notes:

Nick is heartworm negative, has already been neutered (green line tattoo), and received his DA2PP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines. He has also been treated with Advantage Multi for parasite prevention. He appears physically healthy with no significant medical concerns noted.

Behavior Notes:

Nick is a frightened young dog who has been overwhelmed by the shelter environment. Since arriving, he has cowered at the back of his kennel, shaken with fear, low growled when approached, pancaked to the ground, and army crawled out of his kennel. He has had to be carried because he was simply too terrified to move on his own.

📧 BARC Contact Information

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

Foster: barcfoster@houstontx.gov

Adoption: barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

Rescue: BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please include Nick's ID #A2083551 in all correspondence.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘 3 year old Alaskan Husky Mix boy on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be NO extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰ Yoga must have a HOLD no later than 1PM or he will lose his life. 🥺

💙🐶 Yoga #A2083554
6/30/2026 Euthanasia Request | Alaskan Husky Mix | Male | 3Y | 40.0 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet Yoga. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake:
Euthanasia Request

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/30/2026: Very excited outside and walked on a tight leash. Became extremely energetic during his heartworm test. Very friendly and food motivated.

7/1/2026: Jumped up repeatedly and howled in his kennel. Once leashed, he pulled strongly on leash but would follow treats. Tried to jump on people walking past his kennel.

7/2/2026: Yoga had feces throughout his coat. He repeatedly jumped against the kennel, soiling the kennel walls, and was heavily panting.

🚑 Medical Notes:
6/30/2026: Weighed 40.0 lbs. Body condition 3/9 (underweight). Reported to have diarrhea and placed in treatment for monitoring. Intact male. Vaccinated (DA2PP-V, Bordetella, Rabies), dewormed, flea prevention applied, and Heartworm test: Negative.

7/1/2026: BAR (bright, alert, responsive). Stool noted as normal.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If local and interested in fostering or adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use Yoga's seven-digit ID number (#A2083554) when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘️ On Euthanasia list at BARC, Houston for Monday, 7/6/26. Deadline at 1pm 🆘️
ID #A2083553

🐾 Meet Banjo
ID #A2083553
6-year-old Male German Shepherd Mix, Black / White
Weight: 56.4 lbs
Intake Date: 6/30/2026
Banjo came in with another dog, who is not currently on the euthanasia list (ID #A2083552, picture in comments).

Medical Notes:
Banjo is heartworm positive and has mild dermatitis affecting his ears, head, chest, shoulders, and legs. A skin scrape was negative for mites, and no secondary skin infection was found. He has been treated with Advantage Multi and pyrantel dewormer, and has received his DA2PP, Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines. His skin condition is considered mild and manageable with continued care.

Behavior Notes:
Banjo is a gentle but frightened dog who appears shut down by the shelter environment. He will slowly approach when spoken to kindly and allowed time to build trust, but becomes fearful when asked to leave the kennel. He often prefers to remain curled up on his blanket and has needed gentle handling due to his fear.

📧 BARC Contact Information
💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL
Foster: [barcfoster@houstontx.gov](mailto:barcfoster@houstontx.gov)
Adoption: [barcadoptions@houstontx.gov](mailto:barcadoptions@houstontx.gov)
Rescue: [BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov](mailto:BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov)
Please include Banjo's ID #A2083553 in all correspondence.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
[www.houstontx.gov\](http://www.houstontx.gov)

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰Marley must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 #A1735861 Marley

6/28 Euth Req | Labrador Retr Mix | Female | 5Y | 43lbs | HW+low

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Marley. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (snarling, attempting to bite staff, tense, whale eyes, lowered head, flinchy)

light muzzled need it

When approaching kennel she was laying in the back of the kennel and when i went to feed she went in ther corner but

when i reached in to pet her she started to snarl and then tried to bite me but she didn't bite me

tense in kennel, pushed herself to the back of the kennel with whale eyes and lowered head. i opened and stepped in and

began to baby talk she slowly walked over to me with a slight tail wag. walked on a semi tight leash but was very flinchy.

stayed at the run gate. was able to leash and place back into kennel.

Dog greeted me at the front of the kennel with an open mouth, soft eyes, and loose relaxed body. Easily leashed and

walked with a semi-loose leash outside to the runs. Easily leashed

🚑Medical Notes:

Medical (Low hw +),

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰Churro must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 #A2082619 Churro
6/23 Stray| Siberian Husky Mix | Female | 2Y | 51 lbs | HW NAD/NEG

💜 Volunteer Notes:
We were not able to meet Churro. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (walks on tight leash, walks in zigzags, constantly vocalizing in kennel, jumping on staff while on leash, pulled in covers and shredded them, heavy panting, jumping on kennel doors and walls)

6/23/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
very calm doing intake...

6/26/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on lead as I take her
outside and place her in a run.

6/27/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Slightly timid at first. Cowers a bit as I enter the kennel and leash her. Once leashed, she walks slowly on leash with a tucked
tail as I take her outside and place her in a run. Coming in she walked on a loose leash, had perky eyes and walked without
a tucked tail.

6/28/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
move adopt this morning, walked on leash but once getting to door becomes timid pulling away, using baby talk she will
walk through the door. in her kennel she lays on her bed either sleeping or looking as people past by.

6/29/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Churro removes id band even when a new one is placed on. Very jumpy in kennel , along walls and vocalizing. On the
leash dog walks on a semi tight leash. Once placed in the runs presents dilated eyes and tongue out with heavy panting,
jumping on kennel door vocalizing . On the walk back walked a little more relaxed. In kennel still being jumpy and vocal.

7/1/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
Tends to voclaize in kennel. On the leash dog is jumpy towards me. I had to keep redirecting. Same way going back to
kennel. I covered him and then he pulled in cover and shredded it.

7/2/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
dog is very vocal in the kennel and when i leashed him she had wiggly body and i had to keep fixign the leash as she
walked zigzagged and in the run she roamed around and comign back did the same.

7/3/2026 BEHAVIOR
NOTE
07/03/26 13:33 Churro held tight leash out to runs and back. Was vocal once back in kennel, treats worked in redirecting

🚑Medical Notes:
Normal

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL
If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:
barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

His to family chose to surrender him after he didn’t get along with their small dog.Instead of trying to fix the problem,they rather got rid of him..

🆘His final notice already expired.
His time has run out and he is scheduled to be euthanized tomorrow morning if no foster or adopter will be found 🆘

Arlo A5779814  1yr Male Shepsky 72 lbs.

Surrender notes:
Very attentive to things around, he loves watching birds, he loves stuffed animals and although he’s big, he loves to cuddle
He was friendly with larger dogs / a German shepherd in particular, but didn’t do well with smaller dogs
Playful with children, good in the car, pulls on leash and barks at other dogs on walks,
Knows commands: sit, paw, wait, take it
His favorite toys are stuffies and his favorite activities: tug of war and playing with stuffies

On 5/27/26 A5779814 climbed out of its enclosure and had an incident with the 3 year old Dachshund causing a little wound to the right shoulder.

The behaviors described today reflect the dog’s responses in a shelter environment. It may differ significantly from how they behave in a home.
Arlo (Intact) was at the front of the kennel with a calm demeanor when the runner arrived. He allowed himself to
be leashed with ease and then exited the kennel on his own. However, Arlo was barking toward his neighboring kennels,
with a tense posture along the way. Arlo was then allowed into the yard, where he stood with a stiff posture as he was greeted by some of the dogs. Arlo then
lunged toward one of the dogs but stopped when the handler intervened with a correction tool.
He was unable to coexist peacefully in the yard and was then returned to his kennel; however, firm leash guidance was needed as he refused to enter on his own.

Can you foster or responsibly adopt him?

Message me or
📧 EMAIL: Isabeldesiree8@gmail.com

📩 RESCUES pls email: DACCDowneyRescue@animalcare.lacounty.gov

📍 Downey Animal Care Center
11258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA

🆘💙 MILLER IS LOSING HIS LIFE FOR BEING STRESSED IN A SHELTER 💙🆘
Miller (#A2081273) is a 7-year-old Staffy mix who was surrendered by his owner and now finds himself on BARC’s euthanasia list.
The shelter environment has become overwhelming for him, but underneath the barking and kennel stress is a sweet, affectionate boy who just wants to be with people.
🐶 MILLER #A2081273
💙 Staffordshire Mix
💙 Male
💙 7 Years Old
💙 63 lbs
💙 Heartworm Negative
Staff consistently describe Miller as:
✨ Wiggly and friendly
✨ Easy to leash
✨ Walks well on leash
✨ Loves human interaction
✨ Relaxed outside of his kennel
✨ Sweet and affectionate
One of the most telling notes described Miller greeting staff with “tappy paws” and a wiggly body when they approached. ❤️
Another noted that after returning to his kennel, he calmly laid down and relaxed.
Miller’s biggest struggle is the shelter itself. Like so many dogs, the constant noise, activity, and confinement have led to vocalizing and over-arousal when people pass by. But staff repeatedly observed that once outside his kennel, he is calm, responsive, and easy to handle.
💔 Miller has already lost his home.
Now he’s about to lose his life.
⏰ DEADLINE: THURSDAY, 7/2 AT 1 PM CT
⚠️ BARC has stated there will be NO extensions.
🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 Out-of-state and Canadian adoptions are possible through rescue partners. Transport typically costs around $600 USD and includes boarding, veterinary care, spay/neuter, health certificate, and transport.
📩 If you are out of state or in Canada and interested in adopting Miller, please send us a message. We can help connect you with the appropriate rescue partner to facilitate the adoption process.
Miller doesn’t need perfection.
He doesn’t need a huge house.
He just needs someone willing to give him a chance to leave the shelter and be the loyal companion everyone there knows he can be.
Please share, tag rescues, and help us save Miller before time runs out. 🙏
📧 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING
barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov
Please reference ID #A2081273
📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX
#SaveMiller #StaffyLove #StaffordshireTerrier #SeniorDog #HoustonDogs #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #ShelterDog #UrgentDog #FosterDog #FosterSavesLives #DogRescue #HoustonTX #DogsofInstagram #RescueMe #SaveALife #AdoptableDog #BARCHouston #HoustonRescue #SecondChance

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰Sarge must have a hold no later than 1PM or he will lose his life.🥺

💜🐶 #A2083230 Sarge

6/28 Stray | Siberian Husky Mix | male | 2Y | 46lbs | HW NAD/NEG

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Sarge If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake

1 med husky, laying by the pool trying to get in the water. Caller trying to get to the pool area w/ kids dog won't leave/

keeps coming back

📝 Shelter Notes:

Behavior (over aroused, jumping on kennel, forward barking, jumping while on leash, pulls on the leash, unable to get attention, rearranges kennel, dumps water bowl, walks in zig zags)

Same as 7/3 behavior: Overly aroused, vocalizing, jumping at the front of the kennel, foward barking. When trying to leash

him he kept jumping up. Once i placed the leash he was very foward,i try multiple times to get his attention but he just kept

Overly aroused, vocalizing, jumping at the front of the kennel, foward barking. When trying to leash him he kept jumping up.

Once i placed the leash he was very foward,i try multiple times to get his attention but he just kept pulling on the leash

Sarge rearranges kennel and dumps water over. Gave extra enrichment and still continued to rearrang kennel. Sarge pulls

excessivly forward on the leash and walks in a zig-zag

Very hyper on leash. Pulls forward strongly and zig zags. Has to redirect him multiple times.

🚑Medical Notes:

Normal

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

San Diego, CA area. Text 619-431-0468 and submit a foster application on the Passion for Pitties website. The rescue will transport puppies to San Diego, CA. All costs paid if you foster until dogs are adopted! www.passionforpitties.com

🆘ADDED to the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

‼️‼️🆘 Although rescue only, this dog can still go from a rescue to the right adopter! If you are interested in adopting this dog, DM OP or BanditY77 so that you can fill out an adoption form immediately! Please help! Available for adoption (in or out of state or Canada), rescue, or local foster‼️‼️🆘

⏰ Wilbur must have a RESCUE HOLD no later than 1PM or he will lose his life.🥺

RESCUE ONLY

💜🐶 #A2083741 Wilbur

7/2 Stray | Staffie Mix | male | 2Y | 60lbs | HW-

💜 Volunteer Notes: We did not meet Wilbur.

Wilbur's pet connect page:

https://24petconnect.com/BARCadopt/Details/HSTN/A2083741

📝 Shelter Notes: none

🚑Medical Notes: Medical (RR shorter than LR, RR extended with muscle atrophy, ddx RR dislocated hip/healed femoral head neck fracture

7/2/26:

S/O: RR shorter than LR, RR extended with muscle atrophy

A: ddx RR dislocated hip/healed femoral head neck fracture

P: rx rimidyl 112.5mg sid x 14, rx gabapentin 300mg bid x 14, needs rads V/D

and lateral pelvis/knees

Rescue Only:

🏷 This pet can only be tagged by a RESCUE group but please remember all rescues need FOSTERS in order to tag this pet and save their life. This pet cannot be fostered or adopted through the shelter, so please message the page if you can help!

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘 2 year old Staffordshire Mix boy on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be NO extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰ Rupert must have a HOLD no later than 1PM or he will lose his life. 🥺

💙🐶 Rupert #A2083389

6/29/2026 Stray | Staffordshire Mix | Male | 2Y | 46.6 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Rupert. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake:

6/29/2026: Stray intake. Very wiggly during intake. Intake condition listed as minor condition.

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/30/2026: Greeted staff with an open mouth, soft eyes, and a loose, relaxed body. Barked and jumped at the kennel door but was easily leashed. Walked on a tight pulling leash to the runs, barked at other dogs outside, and returned to his kennel without issue.

7/1/2026: Vocalized at the front of the kennel and placed his paws on the door. Once leashed, he walked excitedly on a tight leash. In the run he ran the fence line, barked at neighboring dogs, and jumped up. He continued pulling hard on leash and showed no interest in treats. Staff had to step into the kennel to encourage him to follow.

7/2/2026: Rupert greeted staff with a soft face, wagging tail, and neutral body. While outside, he pulled hard on the leash and clawed at the ground.

🚑 Medical Notes:

6/29/2026: Weighed 46.6 lbs. Diagnosed with dermatitis and patchy hair loss affecting the right side of his body, possibly flea-related. Started on Cephalexin 500 mg twice daily for 10 days. Vaccinated (DA2PP-V, Bordetella, Rabies), dewormed, flea prevention applied, and Heartworm test: Negative.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If local and interested in fostering or adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use Rupert's seven-digit ID number (#A2083389) when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St

Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘 6 year old Dutch Shepherd Mix girl on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be NO extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰ Olive must have a HOLD no later than 1PM or she will lose her life. 🥺

🩷🐶 Olive #A2083483

6/29/2026 Stray | Dutch Shepherd Mix | Female | 6Y | 70.0 lbs | HW High Positive

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Olive. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake:

Stray - Field

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/30/2026: When approached, Olive was lying down. She slowly stood and moved forward. She left her kennel at a slow pace and bear-crawled all the way to her new kennel.

7/2/2026: During a move adoption, Olive was evasive in the run and had to be cornered so a leash could be placed on her. She moved extremely slowly with a low crawl and was too large to carry, so staff waited for her to walk at her own pace. When she completely froze at the doorway, she had to be lifted over the threshold.

🚑 Medical Notes:

6/29/2026: Intake condition noted as minor condition. Vaccinated (DA2PP-V, Bordetella, Rabies), dewormed, and given flea prevention.

6/30/2026: Weighed 70.0 lbs. HW High Positive.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If local and interested in fostering or adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven-digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St

Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🆘Sweet, 11 month old healthy Siberian Husky mix girl on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE
🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.
We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

⏰ Sierra #A2082496 must have a hold no later than 1PM or she will lose her life.🥺

💜🐶 Sierra #A2082496
6/22/26 Stray | Siberian Husky Mix | Female | 11 Months Old | Spayed | 44.6 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Sierra #A2082496. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/22/26 (Intake): Sierra was reported as a medium-sized brown dog who had appeared the previous night and would not leave the property, remaining in front of the finder's door.

6/23/26: Sierra was very vocal both in her kennel and in the outdoor runs. She displayed a fast wagging tail, dilated pupils, and hyperactive behavior.

6/29/26: Sierra was selected as a move-adopt candidate and willingly approached staff. She greeted staff at her kennel door with a wagging tail, was easy to leash, and walked loosely back to her new kennel.

6/30/26: Sierra had been a move-adopt candidate the previous day. After morning cleaning, she vocalized throughout the day and urinated in her kennel multiple times. On leash, she zigzagged and jumped on staff while they attempted to walk her. She ignored treats offered to redirect her behavior. She behaved similarly on the return walk and resumed vocalizing once back in her kennel. She was placed on an adoption evaluation for monitoring.

7/1/26: Sierra was vocal in the morning. When it was time for her walk, she was jumpy and zigzagged on the leash. Staff had to repeatedly toss treats to prevent her from jumping on them. After returning to her kennel, she remained very vocal throughout the day.

🚑 Medical Notes:
• 11-month-old spayed female weighing 44.6 pounds
• Heartworm negative
• Green line spay tattoo present
• No medical concerns documented

💜 Sierra is a young, energetic husky mix who appears to be struggling with the stress and overstimulation of the shelter environment. Staff describe her as social and willing to engage, but also highly vocal, excitable, and difficult to redirect once aroused. Her willingness to approach handlers and walk loosely in calmer moments suggests she may thrive in a structured home environment where she can decompress, receive consistent guidance, and channel her energy appropriately.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov

🆘On the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

⏰ Alex #A2083434 must have a hold no later than 1PM or he will lose his life.🥺

💙🐶 Alex #A2083434

6/29/26 Euth Request | Border Collie Mix | Male | 2 Years Old | 32 lbs | HW Negative

💙 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Alex #A2083434. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/30/26: During placement on the euthanasia list, Alex was observed pancaked against the back kennel wall with a tense body, pinned ears, and whale eyes. Staff were able to place a leash over his head and attempted to comfort him with baby talk and treats, but he remained shut down. He was lightly muzzled and carried to the runs. Outside, he displayed a somewhat more relaxed posture and sniffed neighboring dogs, but largely kept to himself. Staff had to carry him back to his kennel, where he again pancaked himself against the back wall.

7/2/26: Alex tucked his head into the corner of his kennel and pulled his legs underneath himself when staff opened the kennel door. Staff slowly knelt down and offered treats, but he showed no interest. When a leash was placed on him, his body became even more tense. He was lightly muzzled and carried to a new kennel.

🚑 Medical Notes:

• 2-year-old intact male weighing 32 pounds

• Heartworm negative

• Received tranquilizer at intake

• No other medical concerns documented

💙 Alex showed some curiosity toward other dogs when outside of his kennel, suggesting there may be a social and affectionate dog beneath his fear. He urgently needs a quiet, patient environment where he can decompress, feel safe, and begin to build trust.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

Hello all- if you’re in or near Northern California and are looking for a great dog, Gunther is your guy. He’s smart and loyal, and truly loves his people.

Unfortunately his owner passed away and now his family is losing their home at the end of this month.
So Gunther needs our help.

He is fixed and just turned 6, so he is a pretty mellow guy. He prefers the company of female dogs over males however- he’s really just not a fan of male dogs. He is well-trained and obedient.

I’m posting this for a friend- she’s already going through so much with the loss of her loved one and now having to move. She’s devastated that she can’t bring Gunther along with her, and she’s trying her best to find him a good home.

She has called around to several shelters and rescue groups with no success. Open to suggestions for contacts- any advice really is appreciated. Thank you

🏡 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION, FOSTER, OR RESCUE

🚗 OUT OF STATE OR CANADIAN ADOPTION IS POSSIBLE - cost is typically around $600 USD (give or take). The fee includes transport, boarding, full medical, spay/neuter, and a health certificate.

We are a volunteer network dedicated to helping at-risk dogs. We are not affiliated with BARC. We connect at-risk animals at the BARC shelter with the adopters, fosters, and rescue organizations needed to save their lives. We can help coordinate out-of-state adoption through approved 501c3 rescues. Please message the OP for information and a link to an application form. BARC Houston cannot facilitate out-of-state adoption or foster.

🆘1 year old Border Collie mix boy on the euthanasia list Monday, 7/6. There will be no extensions per BARC. 🆘

⏰ Chewy #A2083435 must have a hold no later than 1PM or he will lose his life.🥺

💙🐶 Chewy #A2083435

6/29/26 Euth Request | Border Collie Mix | Male | 1 Year 1 Month Old | 29.6 lbs | HW Negative

💙 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Chewy #A2083435. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/30/26: Chewy greeted staff from the back of his kennel while shaking, covered, and displaying wide whale eyes. He was easily leashed but refused to walk and immediately began pulling backward on the leash. He was left in his kennel to avoid causing additional stress.

7/1/26: Chewy presented with a tense body posture and kept his head hidden. A leash was placed on him, but he did not move. He was muzzled and moved to a new kennel.

7/2/26: Chewy displayed a tense body posture and worried facial expression. He remained pancaked and would not walk, requiring staff to muzzle and carry him outside. While waiting for his kennel to be cleaned, staff observed him begin wagging his tail and showing interest in another dog nearby. Staff were able to sit with and pet him.

🚑 Medical Notes:

• 1-year-1-month-old intact male weighing 29.6 pounds

• Heartworm negative

• No medical concerns documented

💙 Chewy appears to be experiencing shutdown behaviors in the shelter environment. Despite his fear, Chewy showed signs of social interest and began wagging his tail when exposed to another dog and gentle human interaction. He urgently needs a quiet, patient environment where he can decompress, feel safe, and regain confidence.

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL. If Local and interested in Fostering or Adoption, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov

barcadoptions@houstontx.gov

BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter

3200 Carr St, Houston, TX 77026

www.houstontx.gov

🆘 7 month old German Shepherd Mix girl on the euthanasia list Monday, 6/29 🆘

‼️‼️🆘 Although rescue only, this dog can still go from a rescue to the right adopter! If you are interested in adopting this dog, DM OP or BanditY77 so that you can fill out an adoption form immediately! Please help! Available for adoption (in or out of state or Canada), rescue, or local foster‼️‼️🆘

🚨 RESCUE ONLY

⏰ Tilly must have a RESCUE HOLD no later than 1PM or she will lose her life. 🥺

🩷🐶 Tilly #A2080701
6/13/2026 Stray | German Shepherd Mix | Female | 7 Months | 29.8 lbs | HW Negative

💜 Volunteer Notes:

We were not able to meet Tilly. If you're interested in helping us meet the animals, please message us!

🔹 Intake:

6/13/2026: Finder reported a small brown female dog abandoned in an apartment complex. The finder stated she had been acting aggressively toward children and had secured her until pickup.

📝 Shelter Notes:

6/19/2026: Calm in kennel with a soft wagging tail. Relaxed, slept, and played with plush toys.

6/22/2026: Friendly and social. Wiggly body, soft eyes, wagging tail. Easy to leash and walked well. Enjoyed treats and attention.

6/24/2026: Wiggly body and wagging tail in kennel. Easy to leash and walked calmly on a loose leash to the runs. Became vocal when returned to the kennel.

6/27/2026: Initially approached the front of the kennel with a wiggly body, but when staff attempted to leash her she retreated, barked, lunged, growled, and showed her teeth. Displayed conflicted behavior, alternating between loose body language and defensive reactions. Placed on adoption evaluation.

6/27/2026: With an outreach staff member present, Tilly stood tense at the kennel door with lip lifting, barking, growling, snarling, and lunging when approached. She briefly stopped when treats were offered but quickly resumed defensive behavior.

🚑 Medical Notes:

6/13/2026: Intake exam normal. Weighed 29.8 lbs. Received Rabies, DA2PP-V, and Bordetella vaccines, dewormer, Pyrantel, flea prevention, and tested Heartworm Negative.

6/27/2026: Normal exam. Booster vaccine could not be administered due to behavior.

6/28/2026: Normal exam. Received DA2PP-V booster, dewormer, and Pyrantel.

🏷 This pet can only be tagged by a RESCUE group but please remember all rescues need FOSTERS in order to tag this pet and save their life. This pet cannot be fostered or adopted through the shelter, so please message the page if you can help!

💌 ALL HOLDS MUST BE IN WRITING - PLEASE DO NOT CALL

If local and interested in fostering or adopting, email all below:

barcfoster@houstontx.gov
barcadoptions@houstontx.gov
BARC.Aid@houstontx.gov

Please use the animal's seven-digit ID number when contacting the shelter.

📍 BARC Animal Shelter
3200 Carr St
Houston, TX 77026
www.houstontx.gov