The Oldest & LargestNo-Kill Shelter
in South Texas
find your new best friend
ADL Programs and Services Guide
Click here to learn more about programs and services available to you.
Here's How Your Support Made an Impact in 2023
6028
lives
savedADOPT A PET
1680
pets
fosteredFOSTER A PET
14927
volunteer
hoursBECOME A VOLUNTEER
5198
pets spayed/neuteredMAKE A DONATION
Explore The Latest ADL News & Events
Forgotten Friend, Constellation, finds her fur-ever home!
Brought to the shelter over one year ago, she had been waiting for someone to choose her ever since. Then we featured her and she was adopted the very . . .
Naco’s Story featured on Newsweek!
Newsweek, a global media organization, featured our long-time resident, Naco, in their publication! Naco was originally brought to the Animal Defense League of Texas in September 2018 when he was . . .
Meet Sumo!
Sweet Sumo came to us from ACS in March. A hefty and happy boy, we are proud to say Sumo has found his fur-ever family!
Our Mission
The Animal Defense League of Texas takes in rescued cats and dogs, provides medical treatment, nutrition, and shelter in a safe, live release facility until they are matched with their forever families. Through community education and empowerment, we advocate for truly responsible pet ownership.
