Central Texas SPCA

I adopted two kittens from Central Texas SPCA and they are a wonderful organization and are very engaged with the community.

Central Texas SPCA is a wonderful shelter. They care deeply for their dogs, whom they rescue from under-resourced county shelters and place into loving homes. They also care for the humans: When you work with the SPCA, you know you are adopting a fully vetted pet, and they’ll help you with introductions to your resident pets. Great experience!

I am a new volunteer at Central Texas SPCA so I have first hand knowledge of what happens behind the scenes. I can tell you that every single person I’ve met both staff members and volunteers are passionate about the health and well being of every animal that comes through the doors. During the volunteer training for dogs I learned how each crate, each kennel, each food and water dish and every piece of bedding is washed cleaned, deodorized and sanitized daily. Even the shoes of the volunteers must be sanitized before entering the building from the outside dog areas. I’ve just described a few of the tasks and duties. But there is something much more important happening here. The love and attention I’ve observed the animals receive was the main reason I decided to join as a volunteer. Each dog is called by name, petted and loved on during each and every encounter. Well-being is priority. I personally observed a staff member carefully examining an injured tail of a dog and soon after saw the staff member preparing the transport of the dog to receive immediate medical care. That’s the kind of immeasurable love and compassion Central Texas SPCA pours out on to the animals in their care. The staff and volunteers treat each animal as if they are their own. Lastly, I would like to mention that the caring doesn’t stop when the animal leaves the premises. I also applied to become a foster. Many facilities are happy to let most anyone foster a dog or cat. To become a foster at Central Texas SPCA, personal references are required from those who have knowledge of the applicant’s personality and housing facilities. All this in an effort to make sure each animal has every opportunity to be safe, loved and prepared to find a forever home. I would wholeheartedly recommend Central Texas SPCA to anyone wishing to adopt, volunteer or donate their time and money.

CTXSPCA commitment to the well-being of animals is outstanding, and they provide top-notch care. What sets them apart is their dedication to promoting pet adoption and educating the community about responsible pet ownership. Keep up the fantastic work!

This shelter provides a home like experience for the animals. They are well looked after until they find their forever home.

Caring and loving towards the animals. Trying to do the most good.

6 years ago I adopted my dog from Central Texas SPCA and he's been the most wonderful addition. They were great through the adoption process and the most amazing at supporting. I love that dog so much and can't thank them enough for supporting him to get adapted

I love this place. The staff is wonderful. The dogs and cats are well taken care of. I had an awesome experience meeting my fur-baby. I would highly recommend Central Texas SPCA. I did enjoy meeting Amos - the “resident cat” many years ago. He had a great personality.

CTSPCA is an incredible animal shelter. I have experience volunteering here as well as supporting my parents in adopting a dog from here. The organization is so much more than a shelter; they provide a home-like environment for the animals. All animals get love and exercise, as well as any medical help they require. I have been a longtime financial supporter of CTSPCA because they deserve it. If you are looking to adopt an animal, please consider CTSPCA.

Best shelter for pets needing homes .. pets are so loved and cared for! Pets seem really comfortable in their spaces and outdoor areas ❤️. We adopted our kitty, Zoey, there and the process was smooth and very helpful. Thanks for all you do!

We adopted our fantastic German Shepherd, Maya, in 2007. She was a 5 month-old puppy and everything the folks at Central Texas SPCA said she was. She fit into our family so easily and loved her cat siblings. She grew up to be smart, loving, loyal, and protective. We believe the time and attention the Central Texas SPCA team, volunteers, and foster families spend with each of their prospective adoptees makes a difference. Being a small shelter helps keep the number of dogs and cats manageable and aids in getting to know the unique personalities of each one. We were fortunate to have our beloved Maya for 15 years and she left a indelible impression on our hearts and memories. We are proud supporters of Central Texas SPCA for 16 years and will continue to do so.

I worked with this rescue for several years providing veterinary services for their animals. To this day, in my 25 years of practice, they are one of the most responsible rescues I have had the pleasure to work with. An amazing group of people doing incredible work.
M. Silvers, DVM

Central Texas SPCA is a wonderful organization. When we adopted our second dog from them, they made sure that we found a good match for our family. They were patient and knowledgeable. We would definitely adopt another animal from them again.

Excellent organization. They help homeless animals in Central Texas.

They provide a fantastic service for the area, and everyone is always so kind. They do so much good for the animals in need.

I am a socialization foster with Ferallife Guards and several of my kittens have gone up for adoption through CTSPCA. They do an amazing job finding the perfect people for my babies. Some of my kittens are still a little spicy and the staff here do an amazing job helping the kitties feel at home. I love this group!

I adopted a dog from CTSPCA several years ago. I had a great experience with all the staff and my dog Farouk was with me for 12 years. I started volunteering for them and helped with screening adoption applications. I highly recommend them as an option for people looking to adopt a cat or dog or looking for an animal shelter to volunteer at.

The adoption process was fast and the staff was amazing!! I got my best friend Coco here and I want to go back soon to get her a friend! Central TX SPCA deserves to be here and the community needs organizations like this! So glad they are here for the animals

Such a rewarding place to volunteer at! The staff is amazing and the animals are very well cared for and loved

A terrific organization who takes great care of the cats and dogs they rescue, matching them with the right humans that will give them their forever homes. The staff and volunteers also give the animals as much love as they do their own pets at home.

Full disclosure: I LOVE THIS ORGANIZATION! I started out as a visitor, then became a donor and volunteer, served on several committees, then joined the Board, and also adopted some wonderful pets along the way. It's been a great journey because at the very heart and soul of this organization are the people who give so much of themselves to help the cats and dogs. It truly is a community of friendship, kindness, and caring. And who doesn't want to help a homeless pet find a Forever Family? For anyone wanting to make a difference in this world, I highly recommend the Central Texas SPCA!

This shelter is a true haven for animals in need, providing them with love, care, and a second chance at life. The dedicated staff and volunteers go above and beyond to ensure each animal receives individual attention and finds a forever home. The facility is clean and well-maintained, creating a comfortable environment for the animals during their stay. I have witnessed firsthand the positive impact this shelter has had on countless lives, both animal and human. If you are looking to adopt a furry companion or support a shelter that truly makes a difference, I wholeheartedly recommend the Central Texas SPCA. They are making a remarkable difference in the lives of animals, and I am unbelievably grateful to be a part of such a compassionate and caring team.

I have been volunteering and Board member with the Central Texas SPCA for 7+ years and could not be more proud of this small no-kill animal shelter. Having volunteered with many animal organizations in the past, Central Texas SPCA stood out to me for a number of reasons, the strongest of which being the individualized care and attention all cats and dogs receive, the "home-like" environments the animals spend their time in to reduce shelter stress, and the exceptional care the staff, from the managers to the caretakers, give every animal. One other reason this organization earns 5-stars from me is their unwavering dedication to never giving up on finding the best furr-ever home for each pet. Keep up the great work.

The Central Texas SPCA is an incredible organization. They are dedicated to rescuing dogs and cats from being euthanized, providing the most incredible care, and finding them their forever homes. I’ve been to many shelters, and Central Texas SPCA is an absolute gem! I adopted our amazing pup from this shelter and wouldn’t hesitate to do so again. The staff is devoted to their mission and the love the animals.

CTSPCA has a wonderful volunteer program where they give training to everyone who wants to work with and handle their dogs. They make it very easy to sign up for volunteer shifts to walk and socialize their dogs and they are very appreciative of their volunteers. The caretakers are friendly and truly love the animals as if they were their own. I’m proud to be a volunteer at CTSPCA and look forward to years of service to come.

This year is my 22nd year volunteering with CTSPCA. I stay because I absolutely love the mission of this organization and the home-like environment provided to the dogs and cats. Although staff and volunteers have changed over the last 2 decades, some of the lead volunteers and board members are very long-term like me (some longer). It's this dedication, compassion, and treating all shelter pets like family members that leads me to remain committed with my time and my financial support. I adopted one of my cats from CTSPCA back in 2002 and he was a joy for 16 years. Now I foster from time to time and that's incredibly rewarding. I will continue to do all I can to help this organization succeed and grow!

Central Texas SPCA has done an amazing job and taking in and helping animals. They keep great medical records and give each pet the care that they deserve.
Dr Walden
Whitestone Animal Hospital

The staff cares for the dogs and cats as though they are family; the love is quite evident. And all the volunteers who work with the animals, fundraise, care for the facilities and so much more do a fantastic job as well. If you’re looking to adopt a new furry family member, this is the right place to come.

My sweet Charlie found me while I was volunteering at the CTSPCA in the Spring of 2007. At barely a year old, Charlie came into the shelter thin, scared, and looking so lost and alone. His big brown eyes immediately stole my heart!
I adopted Charlie and he soon became my constant companion. He even went on to earn his emotional support animal certification.
I was blessed to have my Charlie for 10 amazing years. I never knew the love like I had for this sweet pup! He will live in my heart forever! ❤️

I have been volunteering with CTSPCA for 8 years and proudly serving on the board of directors for 5.5 years. Having volunteered at several animal rescue organizations in the past, what sets CTSPCA apart for me is the environment of care for the animals and the staff. CTSPCA is an organization who does so much with so little. The dedication to giving the animals exceptional care in home-like environments creates pets ready to enter their forever homes seamlessly! The staff are professional and show unending love and dedication to the animals at the shelter waiting on their future family.

The dedication of the staff to the care of the animals is simply the best!

I started volunteering at the shelter about 7 years ago and new serve on the board.
The shelter is the closest to a home environment that you will find in a shelter.

Last year we adopted a puppy named Charlie which we changed to Bentley.
He is the joy of our family and helped our dog Annie find here inner puppy.

We love our local SPCA in Leander Texas. My son Colton and I started volunteering there together when he was about 11. It was right after our fur baby of 13 years had crossed Rainbow Bridge. We did everything: walked dogs, filled water bowls, pools, gave baths, cleaned kennels, scooped poop, washed laundry and loved on the kitties. We spent hours at the shelter on the weekends and went many days after school. Colt loved buying things for the shelter from their wish list. He often chipped in his own money when we shopped for shelter items. We built wonderful memories together; my son and I working together at the shelter. Loving on all the shelter animals helped our hearts to heal little by little. We eventually adopted our current fur baby from there, JC. He is smart, beautiful and our best bud. The shelter is a warm, loving, safe place for four legged friends, as well as, two legged ones! I’m a teacher and several times my class has chosen to collect needed items for the shelter as their Service Project. We then delivered the items to the shelter, had a tour, with information and had some time with a few of the dogs. My students loved it. I teach 5th grade and many students wanted volunteer info. to take home to their parents. I love the SPCA, especially the shelter in Leander Texas. I have included 3 pictures of JC our current adoptee from the SPCA in Leander and a picture of one of my prior 5th grade classes in front of the shelter with the items they had collected and delivered as their School Service Project.

I have been a supporter of this wonderful organization for many years. From donating to their many fundraisers, signing up as a vendor for their annual Barktoberfest, donating in-kind donations to the physical shelter location, and most recently as a new volunteer.

I love what this rescue is doing and the people who invest so much time, love and passion to their mission of saving animals that need us now more than ever.

I cannot recommend the Central Texas SPCA enough. The more people that support them, the more they can continue to grow and continue to save more and more needy and worthy animals.

I’m a volunteer for the Central Texas SPCA. When the animals land here, many have it better than they ever have before. The dog side has a lot of room for the pups to be taken on walks and to have fresh air and outdoor time.
The staff are working hard to help the animals with behavioral issues and providing much more than their basic needs.
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Central Texas SPCA is a god-send for the dogs and cats that are in neighboring town's kill-shelters. These animals are scheduled to be euthanized, yet CTSPCA transports them to our shelter, evaluates their health and secures veterinary care for them, vaccinates all animals and treats their conditions. Once they are healthy and vaccinated, the animals are then available for adoption.
I've volunteered for CTSPCA for almost 3 years now. As a volunteer I've been able to assist by walking the animals, cleaning the runs and crates, assist in feeding and giving water, bathing dogs, doing laundry and loving on the animals.
These volunteer opportunities have enriched my life immensely. I know that at the end of the day I have helped, in some temporary way, the animals that need this type of attention and care. Hopefully, I've contributed in a manner to help the dogs transition to their new forever homes.
The CTSPCA is a much needed facility in the Leander, TX area, and I highly recommend the dogs and cats there for adoption.

CTSPCA IS NOT YOUR ORDINARY ANIMAL SHELTER! We adopted our first family dog (Sheba) from CTSPCA back in 1998, and were so impressed with the experience that my daughter and I became donors and volunteers. We have fed/walked dogs, fed/played with cats, helped out with a number of adoption events, Barktoberfests and other fundraising events over the years. While the dogs and cats are in the shelter’s care, they are not confined to tiny dirty cages – the dogs have decent-sized clean outdoor shaded play spaces with toys and some kiddie pools, and when the dogs are inside, they have decent-sized kennels with bedding/toys/treats and other comforts. The cats have clean large home-like rooms complete with cat trees, windows toys and other comforts. Several years later, my daughter started working in the office helping with adoption processing to ensure every cat and dog goes to the home best suited for the animal. Our family has been involved with this organization in a variety of ways for over twenty years now. We have seen first hand as a client, volunteer, employee and donor how much they can do on a shoestring budget and how dedicated they are to their mission that we decided to become major donors to help them save even more animals in need. When you volunteer or donate here, you're making a big impact.

I found CTSPCA through a volunteer match posting and am so glad I did. This shelter does such a wonderful job with the animals. As a no kill shelter they will care for animals as long as it takes. They shelter does the best job they can making it a homey environment for the animals. I have adopted 2 cats from them and they both brought incredible joy to our family. The love given to all the animals from the staff and volunteers shows in the well adjusted animals once adopted. Our lives have been blessed because we found this shelter and I would recommend it to anyone.
We lost our CTSPCA kitty last week and when its time, we will go back to this shelter for another family member.

I have followed and supported the Central Texas SPCA for many years and it is the #1 place I refer people to when looking to adopt a pet. Besides the amazing volunteers and staff who make the place what it is, the animals are not confined to tiny cages. The dogs have access to large outdoor areas larger than many backyards and the cats have large spaces that are very cozy and home-like. I also like that they pull at-risk animals from rural community shelters. One visit to their facility and you will understand why it is so different from any other shelter.

Having volunteered for several years at Central Texas SPCA, I can attest to the professionalism of the staff and their love for animals. The expansion of this facility will allow even more animals in need to receive the help they so deserve.

I have volunteered at this shelter for > 20 years and it's always the highlight of my week. Dogs and cats get excellent care. Once an animal comes under our care, no expense is too great, from foster care/ medication/surgery/behavioral training or whatever they need. Adopters are carefully selected to insure the pet is going to a "forever home ". My current dog, Molly, was adopted from here at age 15 months - she's now 13 years old and going strong. I love this place !

As a former volunteer at several larger Austin shelters, I found CTSPCA’s smaller shelter to be so amazing in so many ways. The cats stay in very spacious spaces, often with windows, and the dogs are often outside for fresh air in large runs and/or igloos, sometimes with kiddie pools to play in. The residents seem so much less stressed! The animals are well cared for, and the Board, staff and volunteers all work hard to keep everything running as smoothly as possible. It’s impossible to NOT sing the praises of this small but awesome shelter!

I've been donating to the CTSPCA ever since it began in the late 80s. My wife and I have adopted several cats from there. The officers, shelter employees, and volunteers. are polite and knowledgeable. They have great fundraisers, whether in-person or on-line. My wallet will always be open to this great shelter. Charles

I have had the honor of volunteering several times at the Central Texas SPCA through my company's biannual community service day, and I can tell you I look forward to those two days a year to return! This is NOT your run of the mill shelter, where the animals look lost and lonely and scared, because EACH animal is treated like a family member. They are loved, cared for, given attention and training and medical care. While the animals aren't in forever homes or foster care, they are treated like they are the cherished pets and family members they are. There is not a single dog or cat there that is treated like they are the discards of families past, like a lot of other shelters. CTSPCA runs on a shoe-string budget and the dedication of their board members with help from volunteers, but you wouldn't know it by seeing how happy the animals are! I am so thankful that CTSPCA is in existence, because they give hope and new life to the animals that come into their facility.

I previously lived in the Houston, TX area and worked with many larger shelters and rescue groups. I have become associated with this shelter since moving here. This is one of the best groups I have ever dealt with bar none. They do more with less money than most shelters and the Board and volunteers are devoted and proactive. I am the Kennel Manager for a large vet clinic in the area, I have managed large Boarding Kennels and was an Animal Control Officer; I understand more than most, just what it takes to run a facility like this. The Central Texas SPCA is a great example of what a shelter should be.

Cetral Texas SPCA is a small shelter that does a huge amount of good in the community. The volunteers and Board members are actively involved and try on a daily basis to educate the public and improve animals' lives. They are dedicated to "no-kill" and have done much in the community to meet the goals. I have served as a Board member and as a volunteer. My experience in both realms was inspiring to me.

This shelter offers a great environment to volunteer - there's plenty of things to do that vary from animal caretaking to yard work to fundraising. It's never boring! Although it's small compared to other wonderful animal shelters in the area, the dogs and cats have lots of room to play with companions and/or human visitors. It's just an incredibly special place.

The caring folks and CTSPCA will help match you with a dog or kitty that is the perfect fit for you and your family! They let you know as much about the pets background as they can and the staff is knowledgeable about animal behavior and very helpful with their observations. Visitors can visit with dogs on leash or in a playpen and the cats have walk in enclosures the size of small rooms! A wonderful shelter!

I joined the Central Texas SPCA as a volunteer about 8 years ago, and I love this organization. I chose this animal shelter because it was a "no kill" organization, and I am so happy I did. Not only does this shelter keep the animals until they are adopted, but a) they treat every single animal with respect and love b) they take care to promote animals who are less likely to be adopted fast c) they do not hesitate to turn down potential adopters if they believe that the animals will not have the right quality of life. The facilities are clean and the cats (I volunteer on the cat side) have nice habitats that allow them to move around and socilaize with other cats and people. Every habitat is big enough for visitors and volunteers to share the space with the cats. All habitats have toys, brushes and poles. The litter boxes are cleaned on a regular basis. To give you an example of how exceptionally respectful of animals this shelter is, one of the cats, Amos, was a resident for around 16 years! Even though it became evident that he was not adoptable (he got adopted and returned several times), he was the king of the shelter and lived a long and happy life there until he passed away this year from kidney disease. The shelter did everything to take care of Amos until there was nothing that could be done to keep him comfortable. This is one example among many why the Central Texas SPCA is a great organization and I'm proud to give them my support as a volunteer and a donor.

I have worked with the Central Texas SPCA for over two years and continue to be amazed at the dedication and compassion of the staff and volunteers that make this a great place for these dogs and cats. Not only are they an asset to the community but provide a fantastic home environment for the animals. I adopted one of my dogs from this organization and it was a great experience and they were a wonderful group to work with - and best of all Clyde has become a very important part of our family!

I've actually worked at CTXSPCA as well as volunteered. They treat their residents with the utmost respect and give them any and all the care they could possibly need. The residents are happy, healthy and have a place to stay until a suitable home adopts them. I love the Central Texas SPCA for all they do!

I found the Central Texas SPCA when I moved to the Austin area a couple years ago. The staff and volunteers alike have a special love for the animals at the shelter and treat them like royalty while they are in their in between homes. The "residents" are treated to several walks every day and more snuggles, hugs and kisses than they can handle. The CTSPCA doesn't just give their dogs and cats to anyone. The process to adopt is complete and involves a thorough check in to prior vet history with other family pets, home environment assessments, as well as a required meet and greet with other family members (pets included) to make sure the pet is going to the best possible home. Whether you are hoping to adopt or volunteer here, you can rest assured that the animals at the shelter are treated like family.

I began volunteering about 10 years ago, help socialize cats and kittens, take cats to an adoption days event once a month, and have adopted a dog from the shelter as well. The CTSPCA is very well run, has a dedicated core staff and many volunteers. They always do their best to find the right home for every animal, and any animal stays as long as it takes to accomplish that goal. My dog, Molly, was sick when she came to the shelter as an owner surrender. The shelter got her healthy and I was lucky enough to be chosen as her adopter. She's my walking buddy and watch dog. I love being a volunteer there.