PETS

Giving up on the last relationship still intact and the only relationship that never gives up on you is a hard “no” for people in recovery.

Texas leads the nation in animal shelter deaths, according to the Best Friends Animal Society. The organization says for every 10 dogs that enter an animal shelter here, only four are adopted.

2-year-old Coco is as sweet as a cup of hot cocoa on Christmas Eve!

We have the author of PAMPERED PETS ON BUDGET available to share some great gift ideas for pets. Kristen Levine will also share some timely suggestions for gifts that will help people and their pets improve their relationship.

Tis the season for giving, and it’s also a great time for giving a pet a new forever home.

Meet Sam, and he’s a special KPRC 2 Pet Project pet -- a guinea pig!

We all know how much our furry friends love to ask for food with their eyes wide, tails wiggling and tounges sticking out during our holiday feasts. But, if you or your loved ones plan on sneaking those babies’ food under the table this year, make sure you know what’s safe for them to consume and what’s not.

Meet Pico, a chill, yet loveable pup who loves a great book.

Thursday at 1:00 p.m. on KPRC 2, catch the National Dog Show presented by Purina. Houston Life is celebrating Thanksgiving with our friends and family. Instead, KPRC 2 is proud to broadcast, the National Dog show!

Citing a database of over a million pet parents, Rover came up with a list of the top dog and cat names of 2022.

Shelter life for dogs at the Houston Humane Society can be difficult for them -- but not anymore!

Looking for a mini-panther to add to your family? Look no further than Binx!

Animal observing at a zoo or aquarium are popular activities for many, but some have decided to take it to a new level.

At Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, the facility dogs, Dexter and Pilot, showed off their Astros’ spirit, repping the team for the World Series. Here are a couple of photos that just might brighten your day.

The hottest gifts for your four-legged family members this holiday season

7-year-old Mara is your typical Rottie, calm and confident.

Splashway Water Park & Campground is a fun place to take the kids for a daytrip or weekend away. Houston Life's Melanie Camp spent the day checking out all the fun things to do. Splashway has exclusive deals for Houston Life viewers. Head to splashway.com/houstonlife.

Meet Kiri, a soft little bunny ready to hop into your heart.

From the trendiest costumes to safety tips about treats, we're talking how to enjoy Halloween with your four-legged family members

We’re sure you’ve got an awesome Halloween costume picked out already, and I’m sure you’d love to share it with everyone.

The City of Houston’s Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is hosting “Howl-O-Ween” specials during the Halloween weekend that will reduce adoption fees for all dogs five months and older, according to a release.

Attention all families and dog owners, this one’s for you! Levy Park is hosting their 5th annual ‘Howl-o-ween’ Dog Parade and Costume Contest presented by H-E-B this Sunday! A few furry friends stopped by our studio today to show off their PAWsome costumes and get you ready for what’s in-store.

Elle is a black and tan cat, but don’t let her looks fool you! Some say she has traits similar to those of a dog.

A Ukrainian girl has been reunited with her cat months after her family fled their country. It’s all with help from a Houston woman.

Looking for a cat who’s a cuddler to the CORE? Meet Freddy, your new best friend.

7-month-old Milo is a young, happy puppy with an energetic attitude – a vibrant personality that goes perfectly with his speckled coat!

6-year-old Lolita knows the best dance moves, and she can teach you, too!

Sunken Gardens, a botanical garden located in St. Petersburg, tweeted out a photo of a group of flamingos hanging out in a bathroom while riding out Hurricane Ian.

3-year-old Hill is not afraid to admit that pink is his favorite color.

Animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society will host its annual dog walk event “Strutt Your Mutt” in Houston on Saturday.

On Sept. 23, 1952, Richard Nixon delivered in front of a national TV audience what became known as the “Checkers Speech,” a 30-minute address to the nation.

Meet 1-year-old Arrow, a pup who will become your instant friend if you have bacon bites!

On KPRC 2+ we highlight organizations doing great things in our community. This week, we’re introducing you to Jenni’s Rescue Ranch, a nonprofit organization in Alvin, Texas that rescues and rehabilitates abandoned, neglected, and abused animals.

On KPRC 2+ we highlight organizations doing great things in our community. This week, we’re introducing you to Assistance Canines of Texas, a nonprofit organization that helps individuals with disabilities train their service dogs.

He's a finalist in People Magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest

Meet Peacock -- no, we’re not talking about the bird or the streaming service, of course!

He'll be part of Houston PetSet's Fierce & Fabulous Soirée

Meet 1-year-old Chubs.

Harv, a female hedgehog at the Heritage Society who charmed staff and visitors there for over five years, has died.

This is no ordinary canine.

For Devin and Jessica van der Hahn, Einstein and Kramer is their pride and joy.

Meet Dolce and Gabana. These two kitties may have some class, but they also got style.

All this week we are celebrating Tex. It’s his last week on Houston Life before he retires. Tex is moving to Indiana with his family. We’ve always claimed him as our own, but his off-screen home is with KPRC 2′s General Manager Jerry Martin, who is retiring.

On KPRC 2+ we highlight organizations doing great things in our community. This week, we’re introducing you to Jacinto City Dog Pound Rescue, a nonprofit organization that helps find safe and loving homes for rescue animals.

¡Hola! Les presento a Tigre, un cachorro que responde comandos en español! (Hi! Let me introduce you to Tigre, a pup who responds to commands in Spanish.)

The retailer says it had a "record Christmas" which saw it groom 5,500 dogs on Christmas Eve alone.

Both pets are available for adoption at the San Marcos Regional Shelter. To meet both pets, please visit the shelter in person, which is open from noon – 7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from noon – 5 p.m. on Wednesday and Saturday. Or visit SMRAS online at https:// bit.ly/2Je9BzL to choose a pet, fill out an online adoption application, and then give the

As people begin to return to the office, it may be a difficult transition for pets and their owners. NPR's Rachel Martin got some tips from veterinarian Douglas Kratt.

Houston nonprofit PetSet has launched Pet Protect, a free pet boarding initiative for survivors of domestic violence. The initiative aims to create an opportunity for individuals to flee dangerous environments safely without having to leave behind their pets. Since the stay-home, work-safe order was enacted, weve seen an increase in reports of domestic violence, Co-President of Houston PetSet Tama Lundquist said. Unfortunately, we know that oftentimes an abuser will use a pet as leverage to keep their victim in the home. Too often it is not just innocent people that are subjected to violence but their pets endure abuse as well, Houston Dog Ranch owner Matt Bryant said.

EMBED >More News Videos Thieves in Houston get off with $44K in puppies from Pets 'R Us. PARKER COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Police arrested an Amazon delivery driver after she allegedly stole a dog from a home and tried to sell it on Craigslist for $100.Police say 22-year-old Mycah Keyona Wade was making deliveries as a contract driver for Amazon when she spotted the dog, a 2-year-old Dachshund named R.J.Reports say the dog darted out of his home in Parker County, just west of Dallas, when his owners headed out to the grocery store, and Wade snatched him.A landscaper who recognized her along with some private security video helped police track down Wade.Wade eventually turned herself in and returned the dog to his owners.She was released from jail and is now being charged with theft. She has since been fired from Amazon.

Can your pets be art? A millennia-spanning exhibition at the Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas in Austin is devoted to our fascinating four-legged companions. Anna Werner reports.