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Humane Education and Animal Rescue of Texas (ART) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) foster-based animal rescue based in Dallas, Texas. Operating without a physical shelter, the organization rescues companion animals including cats and dogs, caring for them in volunteer foster homes until permanent placement. Rescued cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped, parasite-tested, and tested for FeLV and FIV prior to adoption.
Humane Education and Animal Rescue of Texas is open By appointment / Foster-based (no physical shelter facility), serves Dallas, TX and surrounding areas, and has adoption fees starting from $250.
Generally $250 (may change over time)
Adopters must be at least 21 years of age, provide a valid driver's license and address, complete an application and contract, and undergo a phone interview, home visit, and vet check.
Applicants submit an online adoption application. The screening process includes a phone interview, a home visit, and a veterinary check to ensure the best lifelong match between the animal and adopter.
All rescued animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and tested for parasites. Cats are specifically tested for FeLV (feline leukemia) and FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus) and receive necessary vaccinations and medical care.
The adoption fee is generally $250, though it may change over time. This fee helps defray medical costs, spay/neuter surgeries, and vaccinations.
ART conducts an online application, a phone interview, a home visit, and a veterinary check to ensure suitable lifelong placement. Adoptions are not conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes. As a foster-based rescue, ART relies on foster volunteers. ART provides necessary supplies, training, and behavioral assistance. Prospective fosters can apply using the adoption/foster application by entering 'FOSTER' for the animal interest field.
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