Furry Friends Animal Rescue
About Furry Friends Animal Rescue
Furry Friends Animal Rescue pulls homeless cats and dogs in North Texas, mostly from the Collin County Animal Shelter, and gives them a place to land in foster homes instead of a shelter. Before adoption, each animal gets veterinary care that can include spay and neuter, vaccinations, microchips, and treatment for medical needs. If you care about a rescue that does the hard, practical work before the happy ending, this is that kind of organization.
Furry Friends does not operate a physical shelter. Its animals live in foster homes, with some cats also shown at McKinney PetSmart adoption centers for approved adopters to meet them. The rescue also sends each animal out fully vetted, so they are ready for permanent homes.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Rescue and adoption of cats and dogs
Rescues homeless cats and dogs in North Texas and places them in permanent, loving homes.
Foster care program
Places rescued animals in foster homes rather than a shelter while they wait for adoption.
Adoption placement and matching
Uses adoption applications, foster-parent contact, and meet-and-greet steps to match cats and dogs with adopters.
PetSmart cat adoption centers
Shows some adoptable cats at McKinney PetSmart locations for viewing and adoption by approved applicants.
Veterinary care and vetting
Provides vaccination, microchips, spay and neuter, heartworm prevention and treatment, flea treatment, deworming, and other necessary medical treatment before adoption.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Furry Friends Animal Rescue’s mission is to rescue homeless cats and dogs and place them in loving forever homes, while increasing public awareness of the need for spay/neuter as a solution for stray animal overpopulation.
Who they serve
Homeless and unwanted cats and dogs in North Texas, primarily from the Collin County Animal Shelter.
Their impact
- Furry Friends Animal Rescue has rescued and adopted out over 4,500 cats and dogs.
How your donation helps
- Veterinary care for rescued cats and dogs
- Vaccinations
- Spay and neuter procedures
- Microchips
- Heartworm prevention and treatment
- Flea and tick treatment
- Pet food
- Storage, office, and supply expenses
Our story
Founded in 2013, Furry Friends Animal Rescue is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) rescue group in Plano that was created to rescue homeless cats and dogs in North Texas and place them in loving homes, while also raising awareness about spay and neuter as a solution to stray animal overpopulation.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Furry Friends Animal Rescue’s services.
To adopt a cat or dog, submit the appropriate adoption application online. If the application is a match, a foster parent or volunteer contacts the applicant to arrange the next step. Dogs require a home visit for approved applications, and cats can be adopted onsite at PetSmart with approved applications.
Stories
The people behind the work.
Events
North Texas Giving Day
annualAn annual giving day referenced as a fundraising opportunity for the organization.
McKinney PetSmart cat adoption events
every Saturday and SundayAdoptable cats are showcased at McKinney PetSmart locations for viewing and adoption.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Furry Friends Animal Rescue has shared.
Current needs
- More foster homes for cats and dogs
- Volunteer adoption counselors at McKinney PetSmarts
- Volunteer cleaners for cat cages at McKinney PetSmarts
- Donations to cover medical care for rescued animals
Volunteer opportunities
- Foster dogs or cats
- Adoption counseling at McKinney PetSmarts
- Cleaning adoption center cages at McKinney PetSmarts
- Volunteer as a voting or non-voting member
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How do I meet an adoptable cat or dog?
Start with an online adoption application. If you’re approved, the foster parent will reach out to set up a meet and greet, and some cats can also be seen at McKinney PetSmart adoption centers.
Does Furry Friends Animal Rescue have a physical shelter?
No. The cats and dogs live in foster homes, not in a shelter.
What is included in the adoption fee?
The adoption fee helps cover rescue and vetting costs. Cats and dogs are fully vetted, including spay or neuter, rabies vaccination, age-appropriate viral vaccinations, heartworm testing for dogs over six months, heartworm treatment if necessary, deworming, flea and tick preventative, and microchip.
Do dogs require a home visit before adoption?
Yes. Approved dog adoptions include a home visit by a volunteer, and dogs are adopted to homes within a reasonable driving distance of the foster home.
Does the organization take owner-surrendered pets?
No. At this time, its foster homes are full with cats and dogs rescued from shelters.
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