Name your adoption fee for all available animals at our Dallas Animal Care Center, Ellis County Animal Care Center, and in foster in November.
THE Myron K. Martin Clinic is open for spay and neuter surgeries for dogs and cats. Make an appointment today.
Save lives today with a gift that will go straight to work protecting and caring for animals throughout North Texas.
Volunteer and make every day special for the animals in our shelters. Give your time and heart based on your schedule and interests.
Are you part of a school, Girl Scouts/Boy Scouts, nonprofit, sports team, or other civic organization? The Civic Group program offers a unique opportunity for groups to deepen their understanding of animal welfare principles and explore ways to make a positive impact in their community. Through interactive workshops, educational sessions, and hands-on activities, participants will gain valuable insights into the importance of responsible pet ownership, humane treatment of animals, and the role of organizations like the SPCA of Texas in promoting animal welfare. By engaging with our mission, participants will learn about the various programs and services offered by the SPCA of Texas, empowering them to take meaningful action to support animal welfare initiatives. This program aims to inspire a lifelong commitment to compassion and advocacy for animals, equipping participants with the knowledge and resources to continue their journey of community engagement and support for animals in need.
Contact our Volunteer Department via email or by calling (214) 461-1886.
• Caring for Cats and Dogs: A Guide for Young Animal Enthusiasts • SPCA of Texas Mission and Strategic Pillars • I Pledge: Video and Pledge Signing
• Younger Kiddos: 8 and under + at least 3 adult chaperones • Big Kids: 9-12 + at least 2 adult chaperones • Teens: 13-17 + at least 2 adult chaperones • Adults: Entire group 18+
Groups can be scheduled any day of the week between 10am-12pm or 2pm-4pm • Younger Kiddos: Recommended 1 hour • Big Kids: Up to 1 hour 30 mins • Teens: Up to 2 hours • Adults: Up to 2 hours
Enrichment Building: Supported by a donation drive hosted before arrival, participants can build various enrichment items for the animals. This hands-on activity allows the group to contribute directly to the well-being and mental stimulation of the shelter animals. Items to donate: Wish list
Paint a Pet: Each participant can select their favorite animal in our care and create a drawing of that animal. They can take their artwork home or choose to leave it with the animal, as a special gift for their future adopter! Items to donate: Canvas, paint and paint brushes
Rescue Readers: Participants can bring their favorite books and spend time reading to the animals they encounter during the tour. This activity helps provide comfort to the animals while fostering a love of reading for the participant.
Sewing Projects: Participants can create various enrichment items for use and reuse, including snuffle mats, snuffle balls, and fleece tie blankets. *No actual sewing required*
Behind-the-Scenes: Small groups (up to 10) of adult participants can help with behind-the-scenes tasks, including laundry, dishes, cleaning windows, and play yard poop patrol.
Environmental Clean-up: Help keep our outdoor areas clean! Participants can help pick up trash outside of our facility to keep the area looking nice, and preventing any dogs from getting into something they shouldn’t.
Thank You Cards: Thanking our fosters and adopters for supporting our cause to send out in the folder when an animal is adopted or fostered.
Adoptable Animal Bios: Using a premade template, participants can create flyers highlighting adoptable animals by writing enticing bios and drawing personalized portraits.