Bryan firefighters thought a dog died in apartment fire; luckily, they were wrong
Bryan Fire Department crews stepped in with lifesaving measures for a dog they first thought was dead, after an apartment fire.
Houston City Councilmember teams up with nonprofit to offer low-cost pet spay and neutering option
Houston City Councilmember Mario Castillo is teaming up with the nonprofit Houston PetSet to offer pet owners in District H the chance to spay or neuter their pets for only $20.
Meet the husband and wife duo on a mission to rescue pups and find them furrever homes
This heartwarming story is about a remarkable couple on a mission to rescue as many dogs as possible from the streets. They have taken their love for our furry friends to the next level by founding their own dog rescue organization. Discover their inspiring journey and learn how they plan to make a pawsitive difference in the lives of these adorable creatures.
Conroe Mayor promises change after investigation reveals major violations in care of shelter animals
An investigation into Care Corporation, the company that cares for Conroeโs shelter animals, revealed numerous violations that could result in criminal charges.
Help KPRC 2 Clear the Shelters with the 10th annual nationwide pet adoption drive
KPRC 2 is proud to once again join NBC and Telemundo's Clear the Shelters initiative and team up with Telemundo Houston and animal shelters in the Houston area to host the tenth annual Clear the Shelters nationwide pet adoption drive through September 10
Man arrested in Harris County for killing girlfriendโs Chihuahua, another injured in animal cruelty case
Joshua Yuen, 24, has been charged with felony animal cruelty after allegedly killing one Chihuahua and severely injuring another on August 3, 2024.
โFriends for Lifeโ animal rescue group gets big boost following Beryl damage, donor pledges to match future donations
After an animal shelter in the Heights suffered damage during Hurricane Beryl, a Good Samaritan decided to help out in a huge way
Without electricity, how long can pets survive in a hot house?
As thousands of Houston area residents wait for their power to be restored, many pet owners are concerned about how long their pets can stay inside a hot home.
PHOTOS: Houston Humane Society suffers damage to facilities from Hurricane Beryl
The Houston Humane Society has begun recovery efforts after suffering extensive damage to its facility during Hurricane Beryl.
The veterinary team revolutionizing animal emergency medicine here in Houston
Pet parents know that trips to the vet can be stressful especially when there is an emergency. Well, Veterinary Emergency Group is revolutionizing animal emergency medicine by completely reworking the experience, so it works for people and their pets. Houston Lifeโs Melanie Camp took us on a tour to of their Sugar Land clinic.
โLove and miss you always:โ Connie the Container Dog rescued at Port of Houston dies from rare infection
A dog who was rescued after being found inside a shipping container at the Port of Houston earlier this year has died from a rare infection.
3 dogs dead, 4 others hospitalized while under pet sitterโs care in NW Houston
Houston police say no charges have been filed, as of this writing, but Rover confirmed the sitter has been removed from the platform and is cooperating with the investigation.
Fur-get the fees! BARC Houston & BISSELL team up to โEmpty the Sheltersโ
Houston's Animal Shelter, BARC, is waiving adoption fees for adult dogs, cats, and kittens throughout July as part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" event.
Protect your pets from triple-digit heat in Houston by recognizing these signs
Just like we need to limit our time outdoors, we need to do the same with our pets. That's why the KPRC 2 weather team wanted you to know the warning signs for when our pets need a break from the sweltering triple-digit heat.
No, itโs not legal to break a window to rescue a dog from a hot car in Texas
The summer months are in full swing, and Houstonians everywhere are dealing with the intense triple-digit temperatures that southeast Texas has become notorious for.
A PURR-FECT MATCH: Houston Humane Society welcomes 20 cats from Qatar!
Houston Humane Society welcomed 20 rescued cats to its facility, and their journey to H-Town started on the other side of the globe. A woman who runs a cat rescue in Qatar personally chose HHS as the perfect place to send the cats.
New technology created by Petco Love helps reunite lost pets with their owners
Itโs a sign as old as canine and feline โ flyers of missing pets posted around town. But is there a more effective way of getting your pet home sooner and safely?
Rescued Pets Movement seeks donations after storm knocks out portion of facilityโs roof
Rescued Pets Movement is seeking help from Houstonians after their facility was damaged during the severe thunderstorms that hit Houston Thursday.
Dog, cat duo escape from sinkhole in The Woodlands
If you needed any proof that it has rained โcats and dogsโ in northern Houston over the past week, look no further than a sinkhole in The Woodlands that trapped a pair of furry troublemakers yesterday.
Houston comedians coming together to โStand Up for Petsโ
Emancipet, a 501c3 nonprofit veterinary clinic network, is dedicated to helping make veterinary care more affordable and accessible for all Houston pet families. Theyโve teamed up with local comedians for a fun night of comedy that gives back.
Puppy cuteness overload! Fun ways for you and your pup to celebrate National Puppy Day
Stephanie Bennett and our friends at Believe in Dog Training in The Heights have some fun ideas on how you and your pup can celebrate this special day.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire introduces new initiative at โState of Animal Welfareโ address
This week, Houston Mayor John Whitmire delivered his first ever โState of Animal Welfareโ address and introduced a new initiative aimed at reducing the stray pet population and improving the health and safety of residents.
Houston Humane Society to host free cat neutering on Feb. 21; Hereโs how to sign up
The shelter hopes to neuter as many male cats as possible at the wellness clinic during their โFix Felixโ event.
More than 20 cats living in โunsafe conditionsโ rescued from one-bedroom apartment in Harris County
More than 20 cats were rescued from a one-bedroom apartment in Harris County on Friday, Jan. 26, according to the Houston Humane Society.
โI just want my dog backโ: SE Houston man pleads for return of pit bull taken after getting out of house
A southeast Houston man is pleading for the return of his dog, which was seen on video being taken by someone in a truck after he got out of his house.
These two brother dogs reunited after 10 years apart and itโs beyond adorable
Sometimes you just need a good happy cry to get you threw your day, and this video of long lost brother dogs reuniting after 10 years will do just the trick.
Itโs the law: Make sure your dogs have adequate shelter ahead of next weekโs winter freeze
Ahead of next weekโs winter freeze in the Houston area, itโs a good practice to make sure your dogs are protected from the elements.
Houston documentary โFor the Animalsโ up for Oscar consideration
Twin activists and philanthropists Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist take matters in their own hands to save animal from the streets of Houston. The growing stray problem poses both a public safety risk and a health crisis. The sisters give viewers the real, and raw footage as they hit the streets to save the animals they love.
Cat stolen from Sugar Land Petco found dumped near San Antonio; Police searching for woman who allegedly took him
Police in Sugar Land are asking for the communityโs help after a woman allegedly stole a cat from an adoption center at a Petco late last month.
Injured pelican rescued in SE Harris County catches ride in patrol vehicle to animal shelter
An injured pelican was rescued by authorities in Harris County Wednesday night, according to the Harris County Precinct 8 Constableโs Office.
โItโs not something we normally doโ: Houston animal shelter looking for short-term foster families
BARC Houston pushing for short-term animal fostering amid shelter overcrowding.
Houston, open your heart to a pet in need! BARC at capacity, in urgent need of short-term fosters this holiday
The City of Houston BARC animal shelter is in urgent need of fosters this holiday season after they say their shelter is at capacity.
โCan I come over for Christmas?โ Houstonians can foster an animal for a day during the holidays; Hereโs how it works
Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward
Animal lovers, would you use this service for an ailing pet ready to cross the rainbow bridge?
This can be a solution when it takes a long time to see a veterinarian due to backed up appointments.
Houston animal rescue looking for fosters, forever homes for over 185 animals
One of Houstonโs largest animal rescues is urgently seeking fosters or forever homes for their over 185 animals in their care.
Multiple Houston-area animal shelters to waive fees during Mega Merry Adoption Weekend
Multiple animal shelters across the Houston-area will be waiving adoption fees during the Petco Mega Merry Adoption Weekend.
KPRC 2 Pet Project: Meet Sequoia, a pup who is a mixture of sweetness and loyalty
Sequoia is not your ordinary pup. Sheโs a delightful mix of sweetness and loyalty, wrapped up in a furry bundle of joy.
Montgomery County woman urges spaying, neutering pets after rescuing stray dog with head stuck in jug
Goodnight told KPRC 2 sheโd like to use her newfound popularity to stress the importance of spaying and neutering pets to reduce the widespread epidemic of animal overpopulation.
โWe just couldnโt be more gratefulโ: Houston-area animal shelter gives thanks to KPRC 2 after callout for fosters
A Houston-area animal shelter has one thing to be thankful for this year: EMPTY. KENNELS.
โProvide the loveโ: Houstonians can foster an animal for a day during the holidays; Hereโs how it works
Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward
Breaking the cycle: How this local nonprofit takes proactive approach to protect animals
Barrio Dogs, founded nearly 14 years ago in Houstonโs East End, relies on education to break the cycle of animal mistreatment.