Veterinary preparation
Adoption fees help provide immunizations, spay or neuter surgery, microchipping, deworming, preventatives, a health certificate, feline FeLV/FIV testing, and heartworm care when needed.
Matchmaking with a mission
Find your perfect match. No matter the distance.
Thorough vetting, behavior assessments, foster insight, and training help every family make a confident match. Three Little Pitties operates its own USDA-licensed transport with around-the-clock care.
Local + nationwide adoptionsTransport drop locationsWA · UT · OR · ID · IN · VA · PA · OH · NY · CT · VT · TN · KY · WI · MN · ILCanadian pickup options: Bellingham, WA · Buffalo, NY · Brattleboro, VT
What your adoption includes
Prepared for the journey. Supported for the future.
When you adopt from us, you’re not only gaining a new family member but also helping to address the severe overpopulation crisis in Texas. With an estimated 1,000,000 strays in Houston alone, and around 82,000 pets euthanized annually in Texas shelters, your adoption plays a crucial role in making a difference.
Travel preparation
Temperature-controlled transport, trained staff, crate and leash preparation, and a martingale collar for eligible dogs help make the trip home safe and comfortable.
Ongoing support
Individualized behavior planning, partner offers, and continued guidance from the rescue team help every adopter and pet settle in with confidence.
Tailored training for long-term success
Prepared for a lasting match.
With more than 16,000 successful adoptions and outstanding Google reviews, the rescue prioritizes thoughtful matchmaking and long-term success. At the two-acre Texas facility, on-staff trainers assess animals and build individualized behavior plans that may include crate training, leash walking, socialization, and practical home-life skills.
Adopters can meet their future pet through a video call for a more personal introduction, then continue with guidance from the adoption and behavior teams.
Learn more about the behavior teamMake a difference
Your adoption changes more than one life.
When you adopt from us, you’re not only gaining a new family member but also helping to address the severe overpopulation crisis in Texas. With an estimated 1,000,000 strays in Houston alone, and around 82,000 pets euthanized annually in Texas shelters, your adoption plays a crucial role in making a difference.
Guidance and support
We will help you find the right fit.
Whether you’re ready to adopt or just starting your search, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. If you’re unsure which pet is the best match, click here to create a new account and fill out our application. One of our experienced Adoption Coordinators will assist you in finding the ideal fit for your family.
Nationwide and local adoptions
Transport stops are not adoption boundaries.
Our transport program helps adopted pets travel home to families across the Pacific Northwest, Northeast, Midwest, and beyond.
Pickup locations include WA, UT, OR, ID, IN, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, and IL, with Canadian pickup options in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY, and Brattleboro, VT.
We happily adopt to local Texas families, too!
Outside our transport region? Meet us at an available pickup location or come directly to Texas.
adopt@threelittlepittiesrescue.orgMeet the adoption coordinators
Real people helping you find the right match.
Our coordinators get to know each animal and each family, then guide the match from the first conversation through adoption day.
Cynthia
Director of Adoptions
Anita
Adoption Coordinator
Evelyn
Adoption Coordinator
Casey
Adoption Coordinator
Kristin
Adoption Coordinator
Sarah G.
Adoption Coordinator
Kari
Adoption Coordinator
Katia
Adoption Coordinator
Emily
Adoption Coordinator
Jodi
Adoption Coordinator
Kathleen
Adoption Coordinator
Jackie
Adoption CoordinatorHow to adopt
Meet the pets
Browse our adoptable pets and get to know their personalities, needs, and what makes each one special.
Apply
Found someone you love? Submit an adoption application and connect with one of our experienced Adoption Coordinators.
Meet your match
Get to know your potential new family member through a video call, virtual meet and greet, or local visit when available.
Welcome them home
Finalize the adoption, then bring your new best friend home. If travel is needed, our team will help coordinate their journey to you.
Your new best friend is waiting for you
GO MEET THEM.
Browse the live directory, fall in love, and let our experienced adoption team help you find the right match.
Meet the pets
Browse adoptable animals
Your next family member could already be waiting.
Search and filter the rescue’s live dog and cat database right here. Select any pet when you are ready to view their full profile and application details.