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Petra is in a safe, loving home for maybe the first time in her life - and she's loving this new experience!
This beautiful girl arrived at the shelter thin and very timid. Now in foster care, she's learning how wonderful it is to be beloved, playful and secure. She follows her foster mom, hoping for snuggles on the couch and even aspiring to be a lap dog, giving kisses.
Since so much in a home is new to her, she's busy investigating and exploring her surroundings. And she's learning how to play with her chew toys, bully sticks, kongs and squeaky toys.
She loves going for walks with her mom, and does well on her leash. And it's even more fun when mom chases her around the yard! Plus, she's a smart girl who answers to the No, Outside and Let's Go commands, and she's house trained.
Petra gets along very well with other dogs, soliciting wrestling with them by giving play bows.
This sweet girl is looking for a home where she can play with older kids and a dog buddy, and one with a family who can help her continue to build her confidence. Come meet Petra and see if she's perfect for your home.
Petra is in a safe, loving home for maybe the first time in her life - and she's loving this new experience!
This beautiful girl arrived at the shelter thin and very timid. Now in foster care, she's learning how wonderful it is to be beloved, playful and secure. She follows her foster mom, hoping for snuggles on the couch and even aspiring to be a lap dog, giving kisses.
Since so much in a home is new to her, she's busy investigating and exploring her surroundings. And she's learning how to play with her chew toys, bully sticks, kongs and squeaky toys.
She loves going for walks with her mom, and does well on her leash. And it's even more fun when mom chases her around the yard! Plus, she's a smart girl who answers to the No, Outside and Let's Go commands, and she's house trained.
Petra gets along very well with other dogs, soliciting wrestling with them by giving play bows.
This sweet girl is looking for a home where she can play with older kids and a dog buddy, and one with a family who can help her continue to build her confidence. Come meet Petra and see if she's perfect for your home.
Step one:
Browse our available animals online. Our website has more details on every animal, including any known history with dogs, cats, and kids, as well as individual adoption fees. Visit https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt
Step two:
Using the provided contact form here or on the APA! website, you can send an inquiry on the animal(s) you are interested in.
Step three:
Our adoption team will connect you to the foster home or someone at the shelter location where the animal is currently living to learn more about the animal and potentially set up a visit!
Step four:
After meeting the animal you would like to adopt, instructions for completing the adoption paperwork, scheduling an appointment, and picking up your new family member will be shared with you!
Step one:
Browse our available animals online. Our website has more details on every animal, including any known history with dogs, cats, and kids, as well as individual adoption fees. Visit https://www.austinpetsalive.org/adopt
Step two:
Using the provided contact form here or on the APA! website, you can send an inquiry on the animal(s) you are interested in.
Step three:
Our adoption team will connect you to the foster home or someone at the shelter location where the animal is currently living to learn more about the animal and potentially set up a visit!
Step four:
After meeting the animal you would like to adopt, instructions for completing the adoption paperwork, scheduling an appointment, and picking up your new family member will be shared with you!
Go meet their pets
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Open 7 days a week from 12 PM - 6 PM.
Please inquire through an animal profile or by emailing adopt@austinpetsalive.org if you are interested in meeting one of our available animals.
Town Lake Animal Center
1156 West Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Cat Adoption Center
3106 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
Tarrytown Dog Adoption Center
3118 Windsor Road
Austin, TX 78703
More about this shelter
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is a nonprofit animal shelter and rescue organization pioneering comprehensive, innovative programs designed to save the most at-risk homeless companion animals and educate others to do the same through its American Pets Alive! nationwide education and outreach division.
A leader in No Kill sheltering in America’s largest No Kill city, APA! helps more than 10,000 dogs and cats annually in Central Texas and beyond get a chance at the life they deserve.
To learn more about APA!, visit austinpetsalive.org.