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Citizens for Animal Protection

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Citizens for Animal Protection

Fostering, adopting, & humane education, since '72. Visit the CAP Cornelius Clinic for low-cost care. http://www.cap4pets.org/support-us/donation-programs

Your contribution, large or small, will allow Citizens for Animal Protection to save helpless animals from needless suffering. We invite you to visit CAP’s shelter and see for yourself how people like you have made a difference for animals. CAP receives no government funding and relies solely on private donations and fundraising efforts.

09/06/2024

“Gotcha.” - CAP VIP Juno 😻🥹

09/05/2024

"We lost our sweet cat of 12 years and were feeling very sad. We came to CAP after a while, unsure but open to the idea of having another cat around.

"We met some other cats who were so sweet, but after Topaz (Jenna) reached out to us both, we met her and realized she was perfect. She was a little shy, but so loving and wanting of attention.

Now that we're home, she's warmed up and loves pets, to sleep in bed with us and to chase her wand! She loves watching TV and pawing at anything on screen. She's wonderful and we look forward to learning even more about her. Thank you CAP."

09/05/2024

Thank you to West Houston Subaru for their support! 🙏🏼😻

09/04/2024

BREW-tiful mornings begin with Cats & Coffee!

Joins us this Caturday (9/7) from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a purrrfect way to spend your weekend 🐈🐈‍⬛

09/03/2024

This Rabies Awareness Month, protect your furry friend with our $10 rabies vaccine special.

Available with purchase of a wellness exam at The CAP Cornelius Clinic. Prevention is protection 🐾

09/02/2024

Nothing says Monday Funday like stopping by CAP to let one of our adoptable pets rescue you and your fam 😻

Hours: noon-5 p.m.

09/01/2024

🐱 Join us this Saturday for a cup of joy (with a dash of whiskers).

Cats & Coffee is back and it's sponsored by Summer Moon Coffee ☕

9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

*Must love cats.

09/01/2024

We're feeling all the love 😻

Brownie Troop #152009 and Boy Scout Pack #910 teamed up to collect a bunch of food and supplies for our animals!

Put us in your calendar!On September 26th, join us for a gala honoree portrait reveal party at 🐾RSVP 📩: rsvp@francisco...

08/30/2024

Put us in your calendar!

On September 26th, join us for a gala honoree portrait reveal party at 🐾

RSVP 📩: [email protected]

https://www.cap4pets.org/157-news/6472-best-in-snow

08/30/2024

Facebook Friday 🐾

08/28/2024

Now THIS…is what we call a “Yappy Hour!”

🐾 CAP alum Oreo (formerly known as Umi) recently celebrated her fist birthday 🥳 🎂

08/26/2024

How about a Happy Beginning for International Dog Day?

"Canela has been a wonderful addition to our family. She loves going on road trips, Buc-ee's, waking up to nap on the couch and getting pets from neighbors' kids."

08/26/2024

🌈 Honor your pet's memory this Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day.

Pledge at least $25 to CAP, and we'll name a shelter animal after your departed companion. Follow the link below.

Thank you 🐾

https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=b08585fc-a8ae-4ac0-b948-4a28e7446aeb&envId=p-SLJEKEQ3nEyPk9GKmm9fOQ&zone=usa

08/24/2024

🐶 Wrapping up Foster Appreciation Week with a Happy Beginning 🐾

Just a few weeks shy of being a CAP resident for one year, Lobo’s foster mom ADOPTED HIM 😭

We’re so thankful for all of our foster parents who make these animals’ lives better for everyone!

08/23/2024

Facebook Friday with Brinkley

08/22/2024

FELINE fabulous with Maevis’s new family 😻

Half off adoptions thorough 9/10 as we continue to Clear the Shelters with Telemundo Houston, sponsored by West Houston Subaru 🚗

Can’t adopt?

There are so many ways to help. In fact, we’re out of dry and wet kitten food.

Chewy Wishlist:

https://www.chewy.com/g/citizens-for-animal-protection_b73746639

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NIDLZFYMCZ15/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

08/21/2024

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"Adopted 6th animal over a couple decades last weekend. He is great. Highly recommend adopting and supporting this organization." - Billy's human, Heather.

08/21/2024

🥳 Party time!

Join Matthew Dunn and a host of other DJs for A Little Help From My Friends 🐾

Proceeds from the night will help support the animals in our care!

Happening this Saturday (8/24) at 7p, Space Cowboy at Heights House Hotel 🎉

08/20/2024

Your pet deserves the best care possible.

This August, get $5 off services with the purchase of at least one vaccine at The CAP Cornelius Clinic. Invest in your pet's health today for a happier tomorrow.

Book your appointment now 🐾

08/19/2024

Monday Funday with Denali and CAP volunteer Olivia 🐾🤩

08/18/2024

It's true: Not all heroes wear capes.

Some of them welcome homeless animals into their homes.

The week of August 18th is National Foster Appreciation Week. Today and every day, we're thankful for those who help us fulfill our mission to save the animals.

08/17/2024

August 17th is Clear the Shelters Day 🐾

Join us as we team up with Telemundo Houston to try and find animals like CAP VIP Leon a forever home.

Now through September 10th, West Houston Subaru is sponsoring half of all adoptions!

08/16/2024

🚨 BOGO!

Shop at Happy Tails Pet Supply & Gifts for all of your pet essentials 🐾

✅ Toys
✅ Beds
✅ Bowls
✅ Kennels

And tons more!

This month, buy one item and get priced at equal or lesser value FREE! Bonus: All proceeds go right back into shelter operations. So when you splurge on your pet, you help us find homeless animals find forever homes 🐶🐱🐭🐹🐰

*Food and treats excluded

08/15/2024

🧐 Will you help us CLEAR THE SHELTERS with Telemundo Houston?

Score 50% off all adoptions now through September 10th sponsored by West Houston Subaru 🙀

08/14/2024

🚨Help!

We’re running low on newspaper 🗞️

Using newspaper helps absorb moisture and provide a layer of comfort for animals.

Plus, it’s cost effective and encourages recycling, which reduces waste.

Please consider dropping off your donations at 17555 Katy Freeway, Houston TX 77094. We’re on I-10 between Park Ten and Barker-Cypress.

Thank you 🙏🏼

08/13/2024

Meet Thelma, a dog of remarkable character.

Despite her shyness, she exhibits bravery, stepping out of her comfort zone to explore new environments. This 60-pound beauty came from animal control so moving from one shelter to another has her very confused. Her friendly demeanor and sweet nature make her a joy to be around.

Thelma loves to cuddle, showcasing her loyalty and affection to those who earn her trust. Curiosity is a trait that keeps her alert and engaged, always eager to learn. House trained and leash trained, Thelma is cooperative, even when she feels nervous.

Adopt Thelma and discover a loyal friend who will make your house a home!

Remember, adoptions are half off thanks to West Houston Subaru as we Clear the Shelters with Telemundo Houston. Happening now through September 10th!

08/13/2024

August is Pet Immunization Awareness Month.

Protect your furry friend by scoring $5 off services with any vaccine purchase at The CAP Cornelius Clinic. Keep your pet healthy and save money - book your appointment today!

08/12/2024

This is Goose. Goose looks nothing like an actual Goose (or the Goose from the movie Top Gun). And that's A-OK! He's the total package. He's adorable, loves to play, and loves to snuggle. Quite the trifecta, ehh?!?

08/12/2024

Pretty sure Arthur has the loooooooongest whiskers in the building 🥰

This independent brown Tabby's on the prowl for a FUREVER home. Will today be the day you let Arthur rescue you and your family?

Don't forget, all adoptions are 50% off thanks to West Houston Subaru as we clear the shelters with Telemundo Houston!

08/11/2024

🥳 Happiest of birthdays to CAP alumni Viva, Sandy, and Mia 🐾 Celebrating the big TWO today...thought we'd share these pics from a reunion last November!

Address

17555 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX
77094

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 5pm
Tuesday	12pm - 5pm
Wednesday	12pm - 5pm
Thursday	12pm - 5pm
Friday	11am - 5pm
Saturday	11am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Website

http://www.cap4pets.org/, https://cap.vetsfirstchoice.com/

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Volunteers make us happy. And thankful. 🙏🏼 Shout out to the Amazon team for their support 🐾❤️

🙀CATS & COFFEE IS BACK! Join us this Caturday September 7th from 9:30 a.m to 11 a.m. for a cup of brew and some playtime with the coolest cats in town 😽 Sponsored by @summermooncoffee ☕️

Facebook Friday 🐾

Waffles in the morning. Waffles during the day. Waffles at night. Waffles ALL THE TIME 🐾🥰

🚨 HELP! We need dry and wet puppy food 🐶 Please consider dropping off your donations at 17555 Katy Freeway between Barker-Cypress and Park Ten, or shopping our wishlists. Thank you 🙏 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NIDLZFYMCZ15/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex? Chewy Wishlist: https://www.chewy.com/g/citizens-for-animal-protection_b73746639

So. Much. Adorableness.

EVERY DAY is National Dog Day at Citizens for Animal Protection 🐾❤️🐕

Volunteering at CAP is the ULTIMATE teamwork! Tell the boss now, get signed up, and we’ll see you at the shelter 🐶🐾❤️

🚨Please help! We’re in dire need of dry and wet kitten food 🙏🏼 Drop off your donation at 17555 Katy Freeway between Barker-Cypress and Park Ten and check the comments for our Amazon Wishlist 🐾

Facebook Friday with Brinkley

CAP residents like Sonic know the sound of lunch 🥗 🥰

Thank you to the crew at @hou3fun for braving the heat this morning to walk the dogs 🐶 🐾🙏🏼

Playful, curious, friendly and lovable, 9-year old Janet will make the purrrrrfect addition to your home 🏠 😻🐾

Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day from CAP resident Raisin Bread 🐾 😍

🚨 BOGO! Shop at Happy Tails Pet Supply & Gifts for all of your pet essentials 🐾 ✅ Toys ✅ Beds ✅ Bowls ✅ Kennels And tons more! This month, buy one item and get priced at equal or lesser value FREE! Bonus: All proceeds go right back into shelter operations. So when you splurge on your pet, you help us find homeless animals find forever homes 🐶🐱🐭🐹🐰 *Food and treats excluded

Now THIS…is what we call #SundayFunday 😍 Half off your adoptions as we Clear the Shelters with Telemundo Houston 🐾 Now through 9/10, sponsored by West Houston Subaru 🚗

CAP VIP Bucky would be a great addition to your home AND your camera roll. C'mon, LOOK AT THOSE EYES!!! Stop by for half off your adoption fees sponsored by West Houston Subaru as we #ClearTheShelters with Telemundo Houston 🐾 Happening now through September 10th!

At CAP, EVERY DAY is Spoil Your Dog Day 😍

🙀 Did someone say, “HALF OFF ADOPTIONS???” Time to Clear the Shelters with West Houston Subaru & Telemundo Houston with 50% off all adoptions today through September 10th 🐾❤️

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Helping People and Pets

In 1972, a group of concerned Houstonians founded Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) a non-profit, 501(c)(3), in response to the pervasive problem of thousands of neglected and abused animals in Harris County. The majority of animal shelters, including the city’s program, had few standards for animal care or adoption procedures and were in deplorable condition. These selfless volunteers had a vision of a community that cared for and protected homeless, helpless animals. That vision included pioneering programs such as the creation of the first comprehensive pet adoption screening system, pet facilitated therapy for patients at the VA hospital and the elderly in nursing homes and the first feral cat assistance program in the Houston area.

From rescuing animals with their own cars, caring for them in their own homes and using mobile facilities at shopping centers for adoption centers, the founders raised enough to rent a small shelter space on the Katy Freeway in 1981. Since then, CAP has grown to become a major force in animal care and adoption, with humane education to promote responsible pet ownership and to prevent animal cruelty. In the early 90’s, CAP was able to rent a larger facility at the Katy Freeway location and then moved to its permanent home at I-10/Barker-Cypress.

CAP is committed to sheltering, rescuing and placing homeless animals in loving homes. CAP advocates respect and compassion for all animal life - we speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. CAP also provides humane education to prevent animal cruelty and raise awareness in the community of the needs of animals.

To fulfill our mission, CAP has developed and established many successful programs and services to enhance the lives of pets and people in the Greater Houston Area and surrounding counties, including animal shelter & care, adoptions, lost & found pet matching, humane education, children’s programs, low-cost wellness & vaccination clinic, low-cost spay/neuter services, Weekend Sponsor Program, Feral Cat Assistance Program (FCAP) and many more.