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Get the latest FRAs news and resources for the wellbeing of your pet.Stay informed about current fundraising events, programs we are involved with, and the needs of the shelter. Also, check out our recommended resources for your pet.
FRAs News
Affordable Spay/Neuter – August 16
Affordable Spay/NeuterEsterilización a bajo costo August 16Spay/Neuter Network surgery transport serviceCheck-in: 7am | Return: 4:30pmFRAs Center3905 Melcer St. 504, Rowlett, TX 75088Affordable spay, neuter and vaccination package by appointment.Cirugias de esterilización y vacunas a bajo costo,...
Summer Adopt-A-Thon
🕒 Saturday, August 20, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Rowlett Animal Shelter – 4402 Industrial St, Rowlett, TX 75088 Meet adoptable dogs and cats from the Rowlett Animal Shelter!
Pooch Plunge 2022
🕒 Sunday, August 14, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Rowlett Wet Zone – 5304 Main Street, Rowlett, TX 75088 Celebrate the “Dog Days” of summer by enjoying an afternoon at the pool with your pup at Friends of Rowlett Animals’ annual Pooch Plunge! Proceeds made at Pooch Plunge go to Friends of Rowlett Animals...
Athletes for Animals 2022 Grant Recipient
We are so proud to announce we have received a grant from Athletes For Animals! Since 2013, Athletes for Animals has successfully connected athletes with a shared passion for animals, educated the public about responsible pet ownership, promoted pet adoption, raised funds, and distributed grants...
Reduced Fee Adoptions
We have reduced fee adoptions this weekend for Best Friends National Adoption Weekend! Come meet our cats at the Rockwall and Rowlett PetSmart.
Reduced Adoption Fees for Cats
🕒 Through Sunday, July 19 📍 PetSmart Rockwall & Rowlett Looking to adopt a kitty? We are having an adoption special on our feline friends at both Rowlett and Rockwall PetSmart locations!
Affordable Spay/neuter – July 19
Affordable Spay NeuterEsterilización y vacunas a bajo costo July 19Spay/Neuter Network surgery transport serviceCheck-in: 7am | Return: 4:30pmFRAs Center3905 Melcer St. 504, Rowlett, TX 75088Affordable spay, neuter and vaccination package by appointment.Cirugias de esterilización y vacunas a bajo...
The Shelter is Full and Dog Fosters are Needed!
We are looking for short-term fosters for some dogs which have been tagged for transport to Wisconsin on August 2nd. That will free up a kennel which will save another dog since the shelter is full. To become a foster and save a life, go to frastx.org/foster and fill out the form. We will match...
Resources
Animal Abuse
If you suspect or observe animal abuse, whether it be cats and dogs or even livestock, the first step is to contact local law enforcement.
Microchipping your Pet
Vaccinations & Spay/Neuter
Low-Cost Vaccination Clinics – held at the Rowlett Animal Shelter every 3rd Saturday of the month
Cause for Paws
Rescue the Animals SPCA
Spay Neuter Network
Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP)
Pet Medical Information
Food Banks & Pantries
Don’t Forget to Feed Me
Life Messages – Helps low income families with various needs
North Texas Pet Food Pantry
Pets of the Homeless
For FRAs Pet Food Pantry, contact us at: Info@friendsofrowlettanimals.org or call 972-591-7387
Strays
Dogs
DFW’s FurGotten Friends
East Dallas Pet Rescue
Cats
Feral Friends (for help with feral colonies)
Trap, Neuter & Return Program
Lost/Found Pets & New Intakes
Report on lost and found pets. Also, view animals that have been brought into the animal shelter.
Dog Friendly Housing
Rehoming
While we do not have the resources to take your pet in, we can help market your pet on our Facebook page and in the various Pet Portals like PetFinder and Adopt-a-Pet. This is called a Courtesy Post. You would continue to have your pet at home, but the public would be able to review the photos and information while looking for their pawfect pet!
Surrendering Your Pet
While some may feel that there are always options other than taking your pet to a shelter, we know that there are times that you have no other choice.
DFW Humane Society
East Lake Pet Orphanage
Humane Society of Dallas County
Operation Kindness
SPCA of Texas
These resources are not affiliated with FRAs. They can help you with many things, and there are other groups that are not listed here that can help as well.
How you can help
Foster
Volunteer
