# Animal Abuse Help Resources - Texas ## Emergency Contacts - **ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center** - **Phone:** 1-888-426-4435 - **Website:** [https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control](https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control) - **Description:** Provides 24/7 assistance for animal poison-related emergencies. ## Statewide Animal Protection Services - **Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC)** - **Phone:** 1-800-550-8242 - **Email:** [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) - **Website:** [https://www.tahc.texas.gov/complaints.html](https://www.tahc.texas.gov/complaints.html) - **Description:** Oversees the health and well-being of Texas animals; accepts reports of animal cruelty and neglect. ## Regional Animal Protection Services ### Dallas/Fort Worth Area - **SPCA of Texas** - **Phone:** 214-742-7722 (Option 4) - **Website:** [https://spca.org/resources/help-animals/report-abuse/animal-cruelty-complaint/](https://spca.org/resources/help-animals/report-abuse/animal-cruelty-complaint/) - **Office Location:** 2400 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, TX 75212 - **Description:** Investigates reports of animal cruelty and provides rescue services in North Texas. - **Humane Society of North Texas** - **Phone:** 817-332-4768 ext. 113 - **Email:** [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) - **Website:** [https://www.hsnt.org/cruelty-investigations](https://www.hsnt.org/cruelty-investigations) - **Office Location:** 1840 East Lancaster Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76103 - **Description:** Conducts cruelty investigations and works with law enforcement in North Texas. ### Houston Area - **Houston SPCA** - **Phone:** 713-869-7722 - **Website:** [https://houstonspca.org/contact-us/](https://houstonspca.org/contact-us/) - **Office Location:** 7007 Old Katy Road, Houston, TX 77024 - **Description:** Offers animal rescue services and investigates cruelty reports in the Houston area. ### East Texas - **SPCA of East Texas** - **Phone:** Contact local sheriff's office - **Website:** [https://spcaeasttx.com/report-cruelty/](https://spcaeasttx.com/report-cruelty/) - **Description:** Collaborates with local law enforcement to address animal cruelty in East Texas. ## Reporting Animal Abuse - **Texas Animal Health Commission Complaint Line** - **Phone:** 1-800-550-8242 - **Email:** [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) - **Website:** [https://www.tahc.texas.gov/complaints.html](https://www.tahc.texas.gov/complaints.html) - **Instructions for Reporting:** Provide detailed information including the nature of the abuse, location, and any evidence available. - **Local Law Enforcement** - **Phone:** Dial 911 for emergencies or contact your local police department's non-emergency line. - **Instructions for Reporting:** Report suspected animal cruelty directly to local authorities for immediate assistance. ## Online Animal Protection Services - **Harris County Animal Cruelty Taskforce** - **Website:** [https://apps.harriscountytx.gov/AnimalCruelty/](https://apps.harriscountytx.gov/AnimalCruelty/) - **Features:** Allows online reporting of animal cruelty incidents within Harris County. ## Other Resources - **Texas Humane Legislation Network** - **Website:** [https://www.thln.org/report_animal_cruelty](https://www.thln.org/report_animal_cruelty) - **Services Provided:** Offers guidance on reporting animal cruelty and advocates for stronger animal protection laws in Texas. --- _Updated as of January 3, 2025. For updates or corrections, please contact the Texas Animal Health Commission at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._