Friends For Life Animal Shelter

Sunday Playgroup
2025-10-19 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-26 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-02 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-09 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-16 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-23 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-30 14:30 - 15:30, 2025-12-07 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) and 3 more dates | Friends For Life, 107 E. 22nd St., Houston, TX, 77008, United States
Come meet our dogs looking for adopter and foster families at our shelter playgroup session. Whether you are looking for a new best friend, or just revel in canine company, feel welcome to join us at the shelter every Sunday afternoon, from 2:30 – 3:30 PM, as long as the weather permits!

FFL Monday Run Club
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-08 19:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates | Friends For Life animal shelter, 107 E. 22nd St., Houston, Texas, 77008
Come join us for our weekly runs around the neighborhood! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, starting out, or just looking to walk it out to get your steps in, there’s space for everybody.

Holler's annual Howl-o-ween and Ambassadog winner Pawty
2025-10-25 14:00 - 19:00 | Texas
Join us for Holler’s Annual Howl-O-Ween Pawty! We will have amazing dog vendors, live music and of course #tankfresh beer! Make sure your pups are dressed for treats!

Enjoy amazing dog vendors from 2-7 pm!Kory Quinn will be performing on our patio from 3-6:00 pm!Dog Costume contest at 5 pm – all are welcome to join!Official Holler Ambassadog Reveal immediately following dog costume contest!

Dog Jog
2025-10-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Texas
Lace up your sneakers, leash up your pup, and get ready to hit the pavement with Friends For Life! Our next Dog Jog is in the works—and while details are still being fetched, you and your furry bestie won’t want to miss it. Stay tuned! 🐾

Hoppy Bunsgiving
2025-11-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, 8042 Katy Fwy, Housto, Texas, 77024, United States
Hoppy Bunsgiving is happening Saturday, November 8 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS). Meet adoptable rabbits, visit the Hare Salon for nail trims and grooming, and shop the Bunny Buttique for treats and HRR merch. Every purchase and donation supports foster bunnies and their medical care.

When: Saturday, November 8, 12:00–3:00 pmWhere: GCVS, 8042 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024

Highlights

Meet and greet with adoptable buns

Hare Salon for your rabbit

Bunny Buttique pop up

Adopting? Please apply in advance. Our process is application, interview, Bunny Basics class, and a ready setup. Sleepovers are available after pre-approval. We adopt to indoor homes only and do not do same-day adoptions.Apply here: friends4life.org/adopt

Poison Girl Plant Sale & Swap
2025-11-09 15:00 - 19:00 | Texas
Join us for a community plant sale & swap at a Montrose neighborhood bar! Attendees will trade amongst themselves or buy from us. Plants will be available at an affordable rate. All revenue goes to two local non-profits focused on animal and environmental welfare, including Friends4Life!

Where: 1641 Westheimer Rd Suite B, Houston, TX 77006

Valvoline Block Party & Community Oil Change Charity Event
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Texas
Join us at Valvoline service station for a Block Party and Oil Change Special Event! Friends for Life will receive a donation for every oil change this Saturday. We will be bringing our Mobile Adoption Vehicle and a few adoptable kittens and will have an information booth.

When: Saturday, Nov. 15 10am-4pm

Where: 19321 West Belfort Street, Richmond, TX

Highlights

FFL Mobile Adoption Vehicle

Interested in Adopting? Please apply in advance. Our process is application, interview, meet&greets, and a 7-day sleepover before finalizing the adoption. Sleepovers are available after pre-approval. We adopt to indoor-only homes and do not do same-day adoptions.Apply here: friends4life.org/adopt

19321 West Belfort Street, Richmond, TX

Awkward Pet Portraits!
2025-11-28 08:00 - 2025-11-30 20:00 | Texas
Get ready for one of our most joy-sparking, creativity-packed traditions of the year. Awkward Pet Portraits returns November 28 through November 30, and we cannot wait to see the magic our artists and donors create together.

Whether your pet looks like a Renaissance noble, a cartoon gremlin, a scribbly masterpiece, or something delightfully in between, every portrait helps support the animals of Friends For Life.

How It Works

Make a $25 donation and submit a photo of your pet.

We send the photo to one of our volunteer Awkward Artists.

Your artist creates a custom portrait in their own style.

We send your digital portrait back to you, and your original artwork is mailed afterward.

Simple, fun, and full of heart.

New This Year: Upgraded Portraits

Most people love the chaos and surprise factor of Awkward Pet Portraits. But some donors, especially holiday gifters, like choosing the style of their portrait.

This year, donors who give $100 or more can select an artist by name for an Upgraded Portrait. We’ll share style examples from participating artists so donors can pick the vibe they want. It is still awkward, still charming, still absolutely for the animals — just with a little extra personalization.

Original Artwork Included

Every donor now receives their original artwork as part of their gift, whether the artist worked digitally or traditionally. Digital art is printed on high quality paper, and physical originals are carefully packaged and mailed.

Why We Do It

Each custom portrait supports lifesaving programs for animals in Houston. Every quirky drawing, detailed illustration, expressive sketch, and scribbly masterpiece helps us save lives and spread holiday cheer.

Ready to Join the Fun?

Grab a photo of your pet and let the awkward magic begin.

Holiday Toast
2025-12-12 18:30 - 21:00 | Houston Arboretum, 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, Texas, 77024
IT’S TIME FOR A HOLIDAY PARTY!

Please join us for Holiday Toast, a celebration at the Houston Arboretum. Let’s cheer the incredible impact you have made for animals with cocktails, conversation, and gratitude!

Friday, December 12, 20256:30–9:00 PMHouston Arboretum & Nature Center4501 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77024

Highlights:

Heavy hors d’oeuvres by Chef David Cordua • Open bar • Raffle prizes • Special appearances by our VIPs (Very Important Pets) • A celebratory toast to the lives you helped save in 2025

Entry:$250 donation. Beacon Society members enjoy complimentary entry for themselves and one guest. (Donors who gave $1,000+ in 2025 are automatically part of the Beacon Society.)

Attire: Festive CocktailSpace is limited. Please RSVP today

RSVP TODAY

Wabash Holiday Food Drive & Kitten Adoption Pop-up
2025-12-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Texas
Wabash Feed & Garden will host a Holiday Dog and Cat Food Drive that will benefit Friends for Life. Stop by to see the kittens at our Mobile Adoption Vehicle (MAV) Holiday Kitten Pop-up!

4537 N. Shepherd Drive Houston, TX 77018

The Beautiful Bazaar
2025-12-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Texas
