This place is spotless! Never even a small whiff of anything unpleasant. There was a good selection of dogs and cats, and most of the dogs were smallish and adorable. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I get to pick up my new ...

These adoption shelter is terrible. I love dogs and i wanted to adopt another one, but don't expect to be approved or be given a reason for not being approved. I tried adopting a cute dog. I wanted to take her home with me and give her the love she deserves. I wasn't given a call about my application. They claimed they called but they lied. I was waiting for the call and never got it. So I called to check. Not only was I not approved, they wouldn't tell me why. I'm a housewife with lots of time to take care of a dog or any animal. So warning to all animals lovers, Don't expect them to give you a chance to make a difference in a animal's life. I feel sorry for the animals. They probably spend more time living at the shelter than being placed in a proper home. I'm surprised that anyone walks out with a dog or a cat. I will not try again with special pals. Good luck to anybody who can adopt a precious animal from these fools.‎

Special Pals is a no-kill shelter and has an interest in getting each and every animal to the BEST possible home. They will not place pets in homes that want a yard dog, or a dog who will spend their lives outside in a dog run or at the ...

This is one of the cleanest shelters I have ever seen. The dogs and cats are all very well cared for. Please don't pay any attention to the reviews below by disgruntled people who were unable to adopt a pet. I'm sure there was a good reason. The people who run this shelter are very caring and special people. I can't imagine ever giving up any of my pets becaus it is a stressful time. I would not blame anyone for being cautious about an animal going back to this kind of environment. I also do not believe dogs should be left outside...it is simply too hot in Houston and too many animals are left outside alone and uncared for once the newness wears off. Pets are a lifetime commitment and Special Pals wants to make sure the animals are getting a new forever home where they will truly be cared for and loved.

This is one of the cleanest shelters I have ever seen. The dogs and cats are all very well cared for. Please don't pay any attention to the reviews below by disgruntled people who were unable to adopt a pet. I'm sure there was a good reason. ...