Special Pals Seeks Foster Homes for Pets As Freezing Weather in Houston Area Approaches
With temperatures expected to plummet this weekend, Special Pals, a non-profit animal rescue in Houston, is asking for help from the community to foster pets, ensuring they remain warm and cared for during the freezing weather. Houston will see temperatures drop to around 39°F on Sunday, with Monday’s low potentially reaching 28°F, and wind chill factors making it feel as cold as 20°F. Katy is also forecasted to experience freezing temperatures with lows reaching 27°F and wind chills as low as 17°F. This cold front is expected to bring hard freezes, impacting the entire region, making it critical to provide safe shelter for vulnerable animals.
Special Pals, which has been dedicated to rescuing abandoned and neglected animals since 1979, is reaching out to animal lovers to open their homes to foster pets temporarily. The organization operates under a no-kill policy, providing medical care, rehabilitation, and educational programs aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership. Their mission is to find permanent, loving homes for the animals in their care, and fostering plays a vital role in this process.
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“The need for temporary homes is especially urgent as we face freezing temperatures,” said a representative from Special Pals. “We have many animals, including puppies, kittens, and elderly pets, who are vulnerable to the cold. Fostering helps not only keep them safe and comfortable but also prepares them for their forever homes.”
Foster families are essential to ensuring that Special Pals can continue its mission of saving animals and providing them with the care they deserve. The organization covers all expenses for food, medical care, and supplies, and fosters are supported with necessary training and guidance. The fostering period can range from a few weeks to several months, depending on the animal’s needs.
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Cold Weather Pet Safety Tips As temperatures drop, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) offers these tips to help keep pets safe during cold weather:
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“Fostering is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have,” said Special Pals’ foster coordinator. “You not only help an animal stay safe but also create space in the shelter for others in need. It’s a win-win situation for the animals, the foster families, and the entire community.”
Special Pals is looking for foster homes for a variety of animals, including pregnant dogs, nursing mothers, orphaned puppies and kittens, and older pets or those with special medical needs. In addition to providing a warm home, foster parents are encouraged to take heartwarming photos and share their experiences, helping to increase the visibility of adoptable pets.
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If you are interested in fostering or want to learn more, Special Pals invites you to contact them at foster@specialpals.org or visit their website at specialpals.org/foster-an-animal. You can also visit the shelter at 3830 Greenhouse Rd., Houston, TX 77084, during business hours from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Sunday.
As the freezing temperatures approach, it is crucial for pet owners and animal lovers to take action and ensure the safety and warmth of all pets in need.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
