The Humane Society's Pets Fur People

1823 County Road 386 Tyler, Texas 75708
Dogs & Cats
The Humane Society's Pets Fur People animal shelter in Tyler, TX
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Hours of operation

  1. Monday Closed
  2. Tuesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  3. Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  4. Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  5. Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Today
  6. Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  7. Sunday Closed

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

The Humane Society's Pets Fur People in Tyler, TX

The Humane Society's Pets Fur People is a nonprofit humane society located in Tyler, Texas, about 90 miles east of Shreveport, LA. Founded in 1968, it is the oldest no-kill animal shelter in East Texas and has saved over 80,000 pets by providing a sanctuary for cats and dogs while helping them find permanent homes. Adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchipping, initial vaccinations, and specialized health testing. The shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Adopting from this shelter

Adoption process

Browse available pets on the website, then submit an online adoption application; the shelter will follow up with next steps, or you can visit/contact the shelter directly to get started.

Service area
Tyler, Texas and the East Texas region
Animals served
Dogs & Cats

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