SPCA-Sandra Sue Benson Animal Adoption Center

06/11/2026

COURTESY POST! This dog is NOT at our shelter.

Meet Sprint

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A sweet 2-year-old Carolina Dog / Basenji mix who is searching for a patient and loving forever home.
She is a gentle, timid girl who is still learning to trust and feel comfortable in new situations. She may need some extra time and patience before she fully comes out of her shell, but once she feels safe and secure, her true personality has the chance to shine.

She would do best with a calm, quiet home and an owner who understands that building trust takes time. A patient adopter who can provide consistency, kindness, and reassurance will help her gain confidence and discover how wonderful life can be.

She’s great on the leash, she is potty trained and loves her fluffy bed 🥹

She has great potential to become an amazing companion. She would do best in a home with calm respectful dogs who can help her adjust without overwhelming her.

She isn’t a dog who needs to be rushed she needs someone willing to give her the time and love she deserves. With patience and a peaceful environment, she can truly blossom. 🐶💕

She’s an urgent dog at Corpus Christi Animal Care services! Come visit her 12pm-5:30pm Monday-Saturdays.

Medical Records: 🩺

Age: 2 years old
Breed: Carolina Dog / Basenji mix
Weight: 37.10lbs
Spayed: Yes
Vaccines: Up to date
Heartworm status: Heartworm positive (will need treatment)
Eye: Left eye appears to have some scarring and mild redness; adopter should monitor and follow up with a veterinarian if needed

Contact us if you're interested in saving a life! We can contact the individual that has her at this time.

06/09/2026

Pet of the Week!

06/06/2026

Darla is at Pet Supplies Plus in Portland until 2 PM. she is a lab mix, four months old, and looking for her forever home. Come and pet her and say hi!

06/02/2026

The SPCA will have our monthly Board Meeting tomorrow night, Wednesday the 3rd, at 6:00 PM at the shelter, 4630 FM 1069 in Aransas Pass. The public is welcome to attend.

06/01/2026

🎉🐾 TWO HUGE ADOPTION SUCCESS STORIES TO CELEBRATE! 🐾🎉

There are days in animal rescue that make every heartbreak, every late night, every setback, and every challenge worth it. This past week gave us not one, but TWO incredible happy endings.

❤️ First up: Annie!

Last week, our sweet Annie finally found her forever home.

Annie was incredibly special to all of us here at the shelter. She has an autoimmune disorder and, because of her special needs, she was overlooked for years. We watched families come and go while Annie patiently waited for someone to see what we already knew—that she was absolutely amazing.

And then it happened.

The perfect person came along… and the best part? They were looking specifically for a dog just like Annie. It was meant to be.

While our tears are definitely bittersweet, this is exactly what we dream of for every animal in our care. Annie is headed into a home where she is loved, wanted, understood, and cherished.

Congratulations, sweet Annie girl. Go live your BEST life. We will miss your precious face more than words can say. ❤️

🌸 And then there’s Princess…

Princess’s story is truly one for the books.

She arrived at our shelter after being dumped with her six puppies. Terrified and confused, she ran. Thanks to the incredible help of our city’s Animal Control team, Princess was safely brought back so she could care for her babies.

The trauma she experienced left deep scars. For a while, Princess struggled with fear and trust, and at times that fear came out as aggression. There were moments when we worried she might never find a family willing to give her a chance.

But Princess had other plans.

As she slowly learned she was safe, the real Princess began to shine through. Beneath all that fear was one of the sweetest, most loving girls you could ever meet. She proved every doubt wrong and completely stole our hearts.

And now she has a forever family of her own.

Congratulations, Princess. Your days of surviving are over. It’s time to be spoiled, loved, and treasured exactly the way you deserve. ❤️

These stories are why we never give up.

At one point, Annie and Princess likely thought the shelter was their forever home. It’s all they knew. Until one day, it wasn’t.

There are still so many dogs and cats here waiting for that same miracle.

If you’ve ever considered adopting or fostering, now is the time. Every adoption opens a space that allows us to continue pulling animals from Animal Control, saving lives, and giving more animals a second chance.

To our community: thank you. Thank you for supporting us, volunteering, donating, fostering, sharing posts, and believing in our mission. Because of you, stories like Annie’s and Princess’s are possible.

Together, we’re changing lives—one adoption at a time. 🐾❤️

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05/31/2026

✨🐾 WOW… What a PAW-sITIVELY AMAZING Spa Day! 🐾✨

Just look at these spoiled babies! 💙🐶

Yesterday’s Spa Day fundraiser was an incredible success, and we are feeling so grateful for the overwhelming support from our community. From happy tails and puppy smiles to fresh bandanas and lots of pampering, it was a day filled with love, laughter, and some very well-deserved TLC for our furry friends.

Every dollar raised goes right back into helping us provide the very best care for the animals in our shelter. Whether you brought your pet for a spa treatment, made a donation, volunteered, or simply helped spread the word, YOU made a difference.

A very special thank you goes out to Animal Hospital of Padre Island for their generosity, compassion, and willingness to donate their time and professional services. We couldn’t have done this without your support, and we are so thankful for your partnership in helping animals throughout our community. 💙🐾

One thing became very clear yesterday—you all want more Spa Days! 😍 We heard you loud and clear, and we’re already talking about bringing them back more often.

To everyone who showed up and showed out for our shelter: thank you. Seeing all of these sweet faces, happy pups, and supportive pet owners reminded us just how incredible this community truly is.

Until next time… stay tuned, because the spa may be opening its doors again sooner than you think! 🛁✨🐶

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05/31/2026

*returned to family*

These two little ladies were brought to us after being cared for by a concerned citizen who was unable to locate their owners after several days. She brought them in to see if we could help reunite them with their family.

If these dogs belong to you, or if you have any information about their owners, please contact us Portland Texas Animal Care Services at (361) 777-4444.

05/30/2026

We are all set up for today’s event!! If you didn’t get an appointment that’s ok, walk ins are welcome. We will be here until 2:00pm 🐶🐾❤️

05/29/2026

🐾✨ TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! ✨🐾

Who’s ready to spoil their pup? 💕🐶

Join us tomorrow for our Spa Dog Day Fundraiser benefiting the SPCA of San Pat County! For just $30, your furry friend will enjoy a day of pampering that includes:

🐾 Nail Trim
🐾 Ear Cleaning
🐾 Nose & Pad Balm
🐾 Teeth Brushing (if your pet allows)
🐾 Bandana
🐾 Spritz Cologne
🐾 Pup Cup
🐾 Photo

📍 SPCA of San Pat County
4630 FM 1069, Aransas Pass, TX
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDER 🚨
To participate, please bring your pet’s current vaccine records with you. This is required to help keep all pets attending safe and healthy.

Every package purchased helps provide food, medical care, shelter, and second chances for the dogs and cats in our care. ❤️

Let’s spend the weekend loving on our pups while supporting homeless animals right here in San Pat County. We can’t wait to see all those happy faces, wagging tails, and spa-day smiles! 🐕🫧💕

Sandra Sue Benson Animal Adoption Center is a volunteer center looking for more animal friendly volunteers to help with the animals in SanPatCounty. Please consider being a valued volunteer team member.

05/26/2026