Helpful Local Information for Animals
The City of Waco does not endorse any animal rescue or other non-profit organization.
This information is provided as a courtesy to the citizens of the City of Waco.
Alternatives to Shelter Surrender
We strongly suggest using your personal social media accounts to try to rehome pets into loving families.
McLennan Animal Rescue Coalition (MARC)
Hotline: (254) 633-3988
MARC is a no-kill animal rescue/advocacy organization that provides animal-related community resources to help people address common pet behavior issues or finding homes for dogs and cats instead of taking them to the local animal shelter.
Comm C.A.T. of Greater Waco (Community Cat Action Team of Greater Waco)
All-volunteer group assists with Trap-Neuter-Return for neighborhood (outside) cats and offers tips for resolving many of the common free-roaming cat issues.
Heart of Texas Feral Friends also provides a support group for caregivers who feed outside cats.
Lost & Found Animals
Check the Lost Pets Waco map
A City of Waco service that shows animals picked up by Animal Care Officers in the field within the hour.
CenTex Lost Pets
A free online service that allows people to post lost and found pets.
Low-Cost Spay, Neuter & Vaccination Options
Animal Birth Control Clinic
(254) 776-7303
3238 Clay Avenue
Waco, Texas 76711
ABC Clinic is a non-profit provider that offers low-cost spay/neuter, vaccinations, flea/ tick/ heartworm prevention and Trap-Neuter-Return.
Rescue Organizations
Fuzzy Friends Rescue
(254) 754-9444
6321 Airport Road
Waco, Texas 76708
Fuzzy Friends Rescue is non-profit, no-kill animal rescue.
Fuzzy Friends accepts dogs from the public with no surrender fee when space is available.