SPCA of Texas

Mobile Adoptions @ Walmart Supercenter in Partnership with CUDDLY
2026-03-15 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Walmart Supercenter, 5336 Golden Triangle Blvd, Fort Worth, TX, 76244
Join the SPCA of Texas and CUDDLY on Sunday, March 15th from 11am-2pm at Walmart Supercenter, 5336 Golden Triangle Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76244 and meet your new best friend!

Professionals Network St. Patrick’s Day Happy Hour & Trivia Night
2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Mayer’s Garden, 2422 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX, 75206, United States
Join the SPCA of Texas’ Professionals Network on Tuesday, March 17 | 6pm–8pm at Mayer’s Garden, 2422 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206 for St. Patrick’s Day Happy Hour and Trivia Night!
Come enjoy food, drinks, and good company while celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! Trivia kicks off at 7:00 PM, so be sure to come ready to play — we’ll be competing as a group, and if we win, we’ll score a gift card that can be applied toward your give-get requirement or used personally.
Good vibes, friendly competition, and a chance to win? Yes please!

Current Professionals Network Members: RSVP via the Volunteer Portal.
Non-Professionals Network Guests: Please RSVP below!

Mobile Adoptions at Dallas Trinity FC Pups at the Pitch
2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Cotton Bowl, 3750 Cotton Bowl Circle, Dallas, 75210
Join the SPCA of Texas at Dallas Trinity FC Pups at the Pitch against Lexington SC on Wednesday, March 18 from 6:30-8:30PM, at the Cotton Bowl, 3750 The Midway, Dallas, TX 75215.
PLUS meet the SPCA of Texas Strut Your Mutt committee and register to join us at Strut Your Mutt on March 28 at Fair Park!
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Strut Your Mutt Tabling at Dallas Trinity FC Pups at the Pitch
2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Cotton Bowl, 3750 Cotton Bowl Circle, Dallas, 75210
Join the SPCA of Texas’ Strut Your Mutt Committee at Dallas Trinity FC Pups at the Pitch against Lexington SC on Wednesday, March 18 from 6:30-8:30PM, at the Cotton Bowl, 3750 The Midway, Dallas, TX 75215 to register and learn all about Strut Your Mutt 2026 on March 28 at Fair Park in Dallas!

Mobile Adoptions at Wag N' Wash
2026-03-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Wag N’ Wash, 414 U.S. 287 Frontage Rd Suite 110, Mansfield, 76063
Join the SPCA of Texas and meet your new best friend on March 21st at Wag N’ Wash, 414 U.S. 287 Frontage Rd, Suite 110 Mansfield, TX 76063 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-29
Join the SPCA of Texas during PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week March 23-29! Stop by one of our participating PetSmart locations to celebrate this special week and to bring joy to a homeless shelter pet.
Cats and kittens are available for adoption by appointment at our PetSmart stores 7 days a week, please go to www.spca.org/adopt for more information.
PetSmart Denton
1441 S Loop 288, Denton, TX 76205
March 25 & 29, 11am-3pm
Did you know that every 38 seconds a pet is adopted at a PetSmart store? If you have room in your heart & home to #adoptlove, give a pet in need the loving home they deserve. Meet your new bestie during National Adoption Week at a PetSmart Charities adoption center.

Mobile Adoptions @ PetSmart Denton at PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week
2026-03-25 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-29 11:00 - 15:00 | PetSmart Denton, 1441 S Loop 288, Denton, 76208
Join the SPCA of Texas during PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week March 25th and 29th at PetSmart Denton, 1441 S Loop 288, Denton, TX 76205 from 11am – 3pm!
Cats and kittens are available for adoption by appointment at our PetSmart stores 7 days a week, please go to www.spca.org/adopt for more information.
Did you know that every 38 seconds a pet is adopted at a PetSmart store? If you have room in your heart & home to #adoptlove, give a pet in need the loving home they deserve. Meet your new bestie during National Adoption Week at a PetSmart Charities adoption center.

Mobile Adoptions at Raising Cane's Dallas
2026-03-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Raising Cane’s, 7345 Gaston Ave, Dallas, 75214
Meet the SPCA of Texas Strut Your Mutt committee, pick up your packet, and meet your new bestie at Raising Cane’s Dallas, 7345 Gaston Ave, Dallas, TX 75214 on Wednesday, March 26 from 3:00-6:00PM. Register to join us at Strut Your Mutt on March 28 at Fair Park!
PLUS mentioned “SPCA” at checkout and part of the proceeds will benefit the SPCA of Texas.

Strut Your Mutt 2026
2026-03-28 08:30 - 11:00 | Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave, Dallas, Texas, 75210
ABOUT
The Walk to End Animal Cruelty.
REGISTER NOW AT GOSTRUT.ORG!
Strut your stuff with your furry best friend at Strut Your Mutt, The Walk to End Animal Cruelty, celebrating 21 years! Strutters participate in the fun run/walk as individuals or as part of a team and enjoy family-friendly food, drink, and entertainment.
The Bow Wow Bazaar includes vendor booths, activities for pets and kids, demonstrations and more!
Strut Your Mutt, The Walk to End Animal Cruelty, supports the lifesaving work that SPCA of Texas does every day. After animals are removed from harm, they still have a long road to recovery ahead of them. Our staff focuses on providing compassionate rehabilitation and healing so the thousands of animals we care for each year can find their loving forever homes.

Mobile Adoptions at NorthPark Center
2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Northpark Center, 8687 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas, 75225
Join the SPCA of Texas on April 4th at NorthPark Center by Dillard’s, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225 and meet your new best friend from 11AM-3PM!

Easter in Turtle Creek Park
2026-04-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Turtle Creek Park, 3333 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, Texas, 75219
Join the SPCA of Texas on Sunday, April 5th at Easter in Turtle Creek Park, 3333 Turtle Creek Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219 from 1pm-4pm! Meet your new best friend, take photos with the Easter Bunny, partake in the pooch parade, and more!

Mobile Adoptions @ PetSmart Waxahachie
2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00 | PetSmart Waxahachie, 1451 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, April 11th from 11am-3pm at PetSmart Waxahachie, 1451 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, TX 75165 and meet your new best friend!

Professionals Network Elevated Evenings Panel
2026-04-16 18:00 - 20:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Ready to level up your leadership? Join us for Elevated Evenings, a professional development series designed for emerging leaders who want to grow their careers, expand their networks, and make meaningful impact.
For this special Leadership in Action Panel, SPCA of Texas leaders will share the real stories behind their career paths — the pivots, the lessons learned, the risks taken, and the leadership insights that don’t always make it onto a résumé. You’ll gain practical advice on advancing your career, building influence, and getting involved in nonprofit board service.
Come connect with like-minded professionals, enjoy light refreshments, and walk away with actionable takeaways you can apply immediately.
Panelists:

Eric Broughton — Senior Sales Director, Healthcare
Judith Dumont — Vice President, People & Culture, SPCA of Texas
Vanessa Farris — Senior Director, Customer Growth, The Coca-Cola Company
Michael A. Gonzales — Counsel, Lathrop GPM
Marilee McInnis — Global Communications & Reputations Advisor

Location: SPCA of Texas – Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, TX 75212
Date: Thursday, April 16
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
6:00 – 6:30 PM | Mingling & Refreshments
6:30 – 7:30 PM | Panel Discussion
7:30 – 8:00 PM | Mingling & Q&A
Tickets:
• Current Professionals Network Members: Complimentary (RSVP via the Professionals Network Portal.)
• General Admission: Click Here to Purchase Tickets! ($25 donation)

Tiny Paws, Big Dreams Puppy & Kitten Shower
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Join us for the SPCA of Texas’ Tiny Paws, Big Dreams Puppy & Kitten Shower on Saturday, April 18th, from 1PM-3PM at the SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center! RSVP (OPTIONAL!) to let us know you can join us below or stop by day of!
Donate much needed items! With your generous donations from our Amazon wish list, we can provide essential supplies like wet kitten food, KMR, training pads, Esbilac, bottles, and heating pads to keep their tails wagging. Every donation makes a difference in the lives of these precious babies.
Visit our Amazon wish list for a full donation list at spca.org/babywishlist
Fosters needed! Join us for a pawsome day of activities including: learning about fostering, play fun games, enjoy refreshments, and more!
*Kitten and puppy availability will vary. They may or may not be present for snuggling and/or cuddling during this event.

Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry
2026-04-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Homeward Bound Inc., 2535 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, 75212
Costs for your furry friend are going up, and we’re here to help!
Join us Sunday, April 19 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Homeward Bound parking lot at 2535 Lone Star Drive in Dallas for our drive-thru pet food drive. We will be giving away dog food and a limited supply of cat food. Registration is required and opens on April 1st.
Please click on this link to register: SPCA of Texas | Drive Thru Pet Food Pantry – SPCA of Texas
Can’t make it Sunday? We have other options for individual picks ups, and can help you connect with other food banks that receive pet food from us! Check us out our Russell H. Perry Pet Resource Center.

Mobile Adoptions @ Grand Prairie Ford
2026-04-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Grand Prairie Ford, 701 E Palace Pkwy, Grand Prairie, Texas, 75050
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, April 25th from 11am-2pm at Grand Prairie Ford, 701 E Palace Pkwy Grand Prairie, TX 75050 and meet your new best friend! Adoptions on-site at the event are sponsored by Grand Prairie Ford.

Paws Cause 2026
2026-05-07 19:00 - 22:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Fun, food, and fur will be had at Paws Cause 2026 on May 7, 2025 from 7-10PM at the SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, TX 75212. Paws Cause is the SPCA of Texas’ premier cuisine-driven event, blending elegance and philanthropy for an unforgettable evening. This chic social gathering features an array of fabulous food and signature drinks, artfully crafted by Dallas’ own top chefs.
It will be a tail-wagging good time as guests revel in a lively atmosphere of mingling and celebration while supporting the SPCA of Texas’ vital work to keep pets in loving homes within our community. Paws Cause offers a sophisticated yet fun way to make a difference for animals in need.
All funds raised through Paws Cause will directly support vulnerable North Texas animals with lifesaving care through the SPCA of Texas.

Cinco De Meow Mobile Adoptions at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas
2026-05-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, 75219
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, May 9th from 12pm-2pm for Cinco De Meow at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, Tx 75219 and meet your new best friend!

Mobile Adoptions @ PetSmart Waxahachie
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | PetSmart Waxahachie, 1451 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, TX, 75165, United States
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, May 16th from 10am-1pm at PetSmart Waxahachie, 1451 N Hwy 77, Waxahachie, TX 75165 and meet your new best friend!

Mobile Adoptions @ Downtown Dallas for National Dog Rescue Day
2026-05-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Dallas Pegasus Plaza, 1500 Main St, Dallas, 75201
Join the SPCA of Texas on Wednesday, May 20th from 11am-2pm at Downtown Dallas’s National Dog Rescue Day event at Pegasus Plaza, 1500 Main St, Dallas, Tx 75201 and meet your new best friend!

Schools Out... Come Volunteer! Family Volunteer Day at the SPCA of Texas
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Schools Out… Come Volunteer! Join us for Family Volunteer Day on Saturday, May 30th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at our Dallas Animal Care Center at 2400 Lone Star Drive.
Families with kiddos 10+ will have the chance to create pup cups with tasty, pet-friendly ingredients to brighten the day for our furry friends, get a behind-the-scenes look at our work, meet some of our adorable animals, and more!

Bring along canned items like sweet potato puree, pumpkin puree, green beans, corn, chicken (canned as well), turkey (canned as well), carrots, and peas to help us build these tasty treats!

Spots are limited! RSVP to join us below!

SPCA of Texas Professionals Network x Training Mate Fundraising Class
2026-05-30 11:15 - 13:00 | Training Mate, 4823 Bryan Street Ste. 100, Dallas, 75204
Join the SPCA of Texas’ Professionals Network for a Training Mate Fundraising Class at Training Mate, 4823 Bryan Street Ste. 100, Dallas, TX 75204 on Saturday, May 30th. Then join us and our yappy hour pups at Truck Yard, 5624 Sears St, Dallas, TX 75206.
🕥 11:15am – 12:00pm (Class), 12:00pm – 1:00pm (Adoptable dogs in the lobby)
👟 36 spots available – booking opens April 30th
PLUS!

Help us reach our $1,000 fundraising goal before/during the event: CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW!
If we reach the goal by 1pm on May 30, Training Mate will give away a free class pass to all attendees and a free class pack to one lucky attendee – must be present to win!
After the class, we’ll head to Truck Yard, 5624 Sears St, Dallas, TX 75206 with the Yappy Hour dogs.

Pride in Giving Family Pawlooza
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Join the SPCA of Texas for a paws-itively unforgettable evening at the Pride in Giving Family Pawlooza on June 5th from 6PM–8PM at the SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr, Dallas, TX !
We’re pulling out all the stops for a tail-waggin’ celebration the whole family will love! Exciting activities for all ages, pet adoptions, photo ops, and so much more.
Activities and Stations Include:

Kitten and Puppy Races
Pet adoptions
Vendor booths
and More!

Whether you’re looking to meet your furry soulmate or just want a night of family-friendly fun, this is the ulti-mutt summer bash you won’t want to miss.
Click here to view sponsorship opportunities and become a sponsor today!

Pride in Bloom at the Dallas Arboretum
2026-06-13 | Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Rd, Dallas, 75218
Celebrate PRIDE and experience the beauty of inclusivity at the Dallas Arboretum on June 13, 2026, for Pride in Bloom! The SPCA of Texas is proud to be a community partner of this event!
🌈 Established in 2022, this vibrant celebration invites you to experience the beauty of the garden while enjoying live performances, artisan vendors, and activities that showcase the diversity of our community.
More details coming soon!

Professionals Network Animal Enrichment & Volunteer Day
2026-06-27 10:00 - 14:00 | SPCA of Texas’ Dallas Animal Care Center, 2400 Lone Star Dr., Dallas, TX, 75212, United States
Join the SPCA of Texas’ Professionals Network on Saturday, June 27 | 10am–2pm at the SPCA of Texas Dallas Animal Care Center for a hands-on volunteer opportunity where members help create enrichment toys and treats for shelter animals and deliver them directly to our furry friends!

Current Professionals Network Members: RSVP via the Volunteer Portal.
Non-Professionals Network Guests: Please RSVP below!

Dogust Birthday Bash Mobile Adoptions at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas
2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, 75219
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, August 15th from 10am-12pm for Dogust Birthday Bash at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, Tx 75219 and meet your new best friend!

Fur Ball 2026
2026-10-08 18:30 - 22:30 | Frontiers of Flight Museum, 6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, 75209
The most elegant party animals in North Texas will gather for the SPCA of Texas Fur Ball, our annual gala on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at the Frontiers of Flight Museum from 6:30-10:30PM.
Guests will enjoy dinner, dancing, entertainment, the always-exciting Pony Up for Paws, and live and silent auctions. We are grateful for everyone’s support of Fur Ball, which raises important funds for our critical work in the community.
*Fur Ball is exclusively for those aged 21 and over*
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TABLES, AND TICKETS!

Mobile Adoptions at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas's Howl-O-Ween Costume Party
2026-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, 75219
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, October 24th from 10am-12pm for Howl-O-Ween Costume Party at Pet Supplies Plus Dallas, 2525 Wycliff Ave, Dallas, Tx 75219 and meet your new best friend!

Mobile Adoptions @ Grand Prairie Ford
2026-10-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Grand Prairie Ford, 701 E Palace Pkwy, Grand Prairie, Texas, 75050
Join the SPCA of Texas on Saturday, October 24th from 11am-2pm at Grand Prairie Ford, 701 E Palace Pkwy Grand Prairie, TX 75050 and meet your new best friend! Adoptions on-site at the event are sponsored by Grand Prairie Ford.
