Announcing the 2nd Annual Melodies of Gratitude Concert! Get ready for a musical evening to benefit BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions, Houston Humane and Special Pals. Mark your calendars for October 26th, 4-5:30pm at the Resurrection MCC. Get ready for an evening of music and giving back!

Registration is now closed! 🎉 Join us on August 3rd for a FREE event with expert-led sessions, learning tracks, exhibitors, and raffle prizes. Enhance your fostering skills and connect with our community. 📆 Date: August 3rd, 2024 📍 Location: Norris Conference Center

The City of City of Houston congratulates Simone Biles and the U.S. Gymnastics team. Simone Biles is now the most decorated U.S. Olympic Gymnast. Congratulations, Simone!

Did we miss anything? 🇺🇸💅🏼🤸🏽‍♀️ What “sport” would win your pet the gold? 🥇

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Our feline overlords have decreed that International Cat Day isn't nearly enough time to celebrate their majesty. So, by royal decree, we're extending the festivities through the entire weekend with free cat adoptions! 🎉

Houston, get ready! 🎉⁠ Join us for a Texas-sized MEGA Adoption Event presented by Petco Love, @bobs_skechers and @bestfriendsanimalsociety! 💜 ⁠ Learn more: mega-houston.com

Urgent: Newspaper Donations Needed! 📰❤️ Donations can be dropped off at 2700 Evella St., Houston, TX 77026, any day of the week from 10 am - 5 pm. Every contribution makes a big difference for the animals in their care. Thank you for your support!

BARC Hours This Week 🚨 In preparation for the Mega Adoption Event, BARC will be closed for adoptions Thursday, 8/15, and Friday, 8/16. But don’t worry—BARC will be open for adoption and lost pet services during Mega weekend from 12pm-5pm at our 3200 Carr St entrance! 🐶🐱

ATTENTION: BARC Animal Shelter will be closed for no-appointment open intake on Sunday, August 18th, as our staff focuses on the Mega Adoption Event this weekend. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to assisting you!

At the October 26 concert, get ready to listen to some heart-warming music from guitarist and a dedicated Wild Tunes volunteer, Drew Harris! Check out Drew Harris on TikTok as @drewbie_doo_ Special Pals BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions Houston Humane #fortheanimals #wildtunes #wildtunesbyyuvi

🚨 Deadline Extended! You’ve got until Aug 21 at 5:00pm to sign up for Council Member mary nan huffman's 2nd Annual Resident Resource Fair happening THIS SATURDAY! 🗓️ Date: Aug 24, 2024 🕙 Time: 10am-12pm 📍 Location: Grace Presbyterian Church 🔗Register: houstontx.gov/council/g/reso…

Flash Microchip Special Alert! 🐾 Mark your calendars for Friday, August 30th — we’re offering the lowest microchip price of the season! Spots are limited, so secure your appointment now at linktr.ee/BARChouston ❤️

A huge thank you to Council Member Mary Nan Huffman for inviting BARC to the Houston City Council District G Resident Resource Fair yesterday! 🌟 We had a fantastic time connecting with the wonderful residents of District G and sharing information about BARC’s services 💚

Happy National Dog Day! 🐾 Celebrate by finding your new best friend at BARC tomorrow. These sweet pups are ready to fill your life with love and joy. 🐶❤️ Visit us starting tomorrow at BARC: 📍 3300 Carr St., Houston, TX 77026 ⏰ Adoption Hours: 12 pm - 5 pm

We'll be there with adoptable foster pups! 🤩

🐾 Ready to find your new feline friend? Adopt a cat or kitten from BARC today and bring home a purring bundle of love! 🐱💕 Visit us at 3300 Carr St. from 12-5 pm, Tuesday through Sunday. Your purr-fect companion is waiting!

We’ll be closed on Labor Day, September 2nd, for all services, including adoptions. But don’t worry — we’ll be back to our regular schedule on September 3rd! 🐾 Enjoy your holiday, and we’ll see you soon! 🎉

#FosterSpotlight: Meet Fabio (A1955857), the ultimate certified lover boy in a fluffy, 45lb package! 💛 This blonde heartthrob is the man of your dreams—minus the drama, of course. Learn more about him at: bit.ly/3MUaKy1

Adopt Love at Petco! 🌟 Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Join us this Saturday, September 14th, from 11am - 3pm at Petco! Meet adorable pets from BARC foster care who are ready to find their forever homes. 🐾❤️🐶 #PetcoLove #PetcoLovePartner