Frequently asked questions

A puppy's behavior develops with the adoptive family's home, training, and circumstances, so later behavior concerns are the owner's responsibility and are treated as non-behavior returns. We offer guidance, an adopter Facebook group, and recommend a certified behaviorist when needed.

After reviewing the return information, email returns@threelittlepittiesrescue.org.

Fees are a donation toward a much bigger cost: $412–$859 for a healthy dog and $1,120+ for a heartworm-positive dog, before boarding, training, or specialty care. $200 of the fee supports transport to the PNW or East Coast. Dogs leave with a registered microchip, martingale collar, and a year of heartworm prevention for adults. We aren't government-funded.

A temporary, safe home for a homeless animal. Most placements last four to six weeks, longer for surgery, heartworm treatment, or other medical care.

It gives pets a taste of home, frees up shelter space so we can save more animals, teaches manners before adoption, and tells us what each pet needs in a family.

We cover approved medical care through our vet partners or Friendswood clinic. Texas fosters also get kennels, food, and collars. PNW fosters provide routine supplies and coordinate care with their local team.

Yes. Houston-area cat and kitten fosters are especially needed, along with dog fosters in Texas, the Pacific Northwest, and the Northeast.

Within about an hour of our Friendswood facility, so appointments, playgroups, and transport prep stay easy.

Approved vet care and essential supplies. Check with the foster team before booking care or buying special supplies.

Usually four to six weeks. Surgery, heartworm treatment, or rehab can take longer.

Yes. Cat and kitten fosters are needed, and Doggy Day Outs let you help a boarding dog for a day.

A birthday or corporate celebration where guests learn about rescue, do an activity that helps animals, and cuddle puppies, all while raising money for lifesaving work.

Kids' parties are for guests age four and up. Corporate events are planned around your group.

Weekdays and weekends, depending on the calendar and volunteers. No other dogs or cats can be there, and puppies move indoors above 85°F or below 55°F.

A volunteer, education, an animal-helping activity, a puppy pen, supplies, and several puppies. Most parties run about 90 minutes.

Yes. Guests can give through a donation campaign or bring supplies for homeless pets.