Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.
In 2012, we were thrilled to move into our very own shelter in the Heights. We had carefully planned the space with animal comfort in mind. The generous natural light and modern layout create an inviting place for adopters and volunteers. Hope you stop by to visit!
We’d love to connect!
FFL Shelter
Friends For Life Animal Shelter
107 E 22nd Street
Houston, TX 77008
Shelter Hours
Wed-Mon: 11am – 4pm
Tue: Appointment Only
PetSmart Cattery
PetSmart Cattery
2902 S Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX 77098
Cattery Hours
Mon-Fri: 11am – 1pm, 5 – 7pm
Sat-Sun: 1-5pm
Adoptable dogs can be met on an appointment basis. We have Puppy Events and Dog Showings most Saturdays.
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A different type of shelter
- Houston’s only LEED-certified animal shelter
- 96 solar panels on our roof underwritten by Reliant
- Fresh air is recirculated 15 times every hour, keeping things sanitary
- ULI Finalist and People’s Choice Award Winner, Best Use of Urban Land
Meet our amazing Senior Leadership Team
Meet the dedicated senior leadership team guiding Friends For Life with expertise, innovation, and a shared passion for transforming animal welfare.
Salise Shuttlesworth, JD
Founder and Executive Director
Fiona Layfield
Managing Director
Angie Topper
Animal Welfare Director
Alese Zeman
Animal Pathways Director
Melissa Taylor
Behavior and Training Director
Linda Brooks
Development Director