Small Animals Available for Adoption

CAP has many wonderful rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and rats available for adoption. Also, new animals arrive every day at the shelter, so our site features only a small number of our residents. For a real small animal shindig, stop by the shelter, located at 11925 Katy Freeway in Houston, Texas.

Before coming to the shelter, you may want to review our Adoption Information page and print out a copy of our small animal adoption application. There's not a moment to waste - the "Love of Your Life" may be waiting for you!

Laura 9548250.


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Laura is an adult female Harlequin rabbit.  She's a very pretty bunny who would be good with people 12 and up. She was found as a stray and taken to CAP where she hopes to find a good home. Please come see her right away.   NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least eight(In this case 12) and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.  -  -  Learn how to properly care for your Rabbit.  Rabbit Info  AND   Rabbit Care .

Max 9572486

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Max is a 1 1/2 year old male Californian rabbit. He is white with chocolate markings. His former owners couldn't afford the pet deposit and he is now homless. He's a nice rabbit who deserves a forever home.  He is good with gentle people 8 and up.  NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least 8 and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.  -  -  Learn how to properly care for a Rabbit.  Rabbit Info  AND   Rabbit Care .
 
 

Rocky 9748009

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Rocky is a very cute two year old male Helicopter Lop rabbit.  He's a very nice rabbit who eneded up at the shelter because his original young owner lost interst in him.  Rocky will make a fine pet for gentle people 8 and up.    NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least 8 and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.  -  -  Learn how to properly care for your Rabbit.  Rabbit Info  AND   Rabbit Care .

Simon 9460756

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Adult Havana neutered male rabbit.  I was transferred to CAP with a few other rabbits.  I'm a little scared here, but I'm warming up to people.    NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least eight and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.    -  -   Learn how to properly care for your Rbabit.   Rabbit Care  and  Rabbit Info  .
 

Ting Ting 9264479

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Approx. 7 month old Chinese Dwarf Hamster.  I was an unwanted gift and am now looking for a responsible and forever home.
NOTE:  The ASPCA recommends Hamsters as pets ONLY for persons 7 years or OLDER and the child should be supervised by an ADULT.
IMPORTANT: The enclosure should be placed away from direct sunlight and drafts, and lined with an absorbent bedding such as timothy hay, aspen shavings, shredded paper or pelleted bedding.  CAUTION NEVER use cedar OR pine shavings as bedding, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.  .Hamster info and More info.

Rats Beverly(mom), Paula and Cora

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The rat family consists of mama rat, her 5 sons, and 2 daughters. The babies are 4 weeks old at the beginning of March and will be back at CAP mid-March. 5 babies are white with black, and 2 are white with tan. They enjoy exploring, running on their exercise wheel, and trying all kinds of foods(read the section 'diet' to learn what foods are safe for rats).  Rats are fun and easy-care pets  For questions email Jenni.   NOTE: Rats are very social with members of their own kind, and should be kept in pairs and the SAME gender is best. (2 or more males or 2 or more females.)   The ASPCA states that young caretakers should ALWAYS be supervised by an adult.  Rat care   NOTE:  The 3 rats pictured are the mom and 2 daughters.
 

Rats Bobby and Emeril

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The rat family consists of mama rat Beverly, her 5 sons, and two daughters. The babies are 4 weeks old at the beginning of March and will be back at CAP mid-March. 5 babies are white with black markings, and two are white with tan markings.  They enjoy exploring, running on their exercise wheel, and trying all kinds of foods(read the section 'diet' to learn what foods are safe for rats) .  Rats are fun and easy-care pets   To meet this Rat family or for questions, please email Jenni.     NOTE: Rats are very social with members of their own kind, and should be kept in pairs and the SAME gender is best. (2 or more males OR 2 or more females.)  The ASPCA states that young caretakers should ALWAYS be supervised by an adult.    Rat care     NOTE:  The 2 rats pictured are brothers Bobby and Emeril. (Good if together because they are a same sex pair.)

Maru 9464192

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Adult Campbell's Dwarf hamster.  I was found wandering someone's yard!  I'm now in a cage here at the shelter and am looking for a good home.

NOTE:  The ASPCA recommends Hamsters as pets ONLY for persons 7 years or OLDER and the child should be supervised by an ADULT.
IMPORTANT: The enclosure should be placed away from direct sunlight and drafts, and lined with an absorbent bedding such as timothy hay, aspen shavings, shredded paper or pelleted bedding.  CAUTION NEVER use cedar OR pine shavings as bedding, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.  .Hamster info and More info.

 

Polaris 9483828

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Approx. 1 year old Pink Eyed White male Rat. Three of us were transferred from another animal facility and the people at CAP discovered that my two friends were females!  We've since been separated and would love to move in with some other male rats.  I might be making friends with Orion (9417701).
NOTE: Rats are very social with members of their own kind, and should be kept in pairs. The ASPCA states that young caretakers should ALWAYS be supervised by an adult.    Rat care.

Ellie 9381766

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Adult Lilac male Gerbil.  Gerbils are master paper recyclers, and I'm a pro at it.  I love to shred papertowel rolls and run in my wheel at night.  I'm super easy to keep and can be handled by older kids.  I'm looking for a forever home right away!
NOTE;  The ASPCA recommends gerbils as pets ONLY   for 'OLDER'  persons(10 & up).     Gerbil Care
 

Theodore 9460780

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Adult Havana male rabbit.  I was transferred to CAP with a few other bunnies and am hoping to find my forever home.  I'm quickly learning that humans bring good foods and are friendly towards me
NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least eight and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.   Learn how to properly care for your Rabbit.   Rabbit Care  and  Rabbit Info.
TIPS from the ASPCA....The minimum recommended cage space for a single rabbit of a small- to medium-sized breed is 4 feet wide, 2 feet deep and 2 feet tall. Although wire-bottom cages are common, they can ulcerate a rabbit’s feet   Rabbits always be kept INDOORS (Not in an outside hutch). Rabbit can die of heart attacks from the very approach of a predator or vanda

Adolfo 9079840

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An approx. 6 month old male Havana rabbit.  A lady found me wandering outside, she knew how dangerous it is for a domestic rabbit to be outdoors and so she rescued me.  NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least eight and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.   Rabbit Care
 

Snowy 8852843

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2 year old New Zealand male rabbit.  I was brought to CAP because my prior owners said were allergic to me.  I need an experienced rabbit person, as I'm a bit temperamental at times.
NOTE:  The House Rabbit Society recommends Rabbits as pets ONLY for persons at least eight and older. Even then a child should be supervised by an ADULT.  The ASPCA states that Rabbits are physically delicate and fragile. They require specialized veterinary care.

Zack 8228293 and Cloud 8228274

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ADOPTED.  2 common rats, 3 months, males, curious, intelligent and always up for some fun!
NOTE: Rats are very social with members of their own kind, and should be kept in pairs. The ASPCA states that young caretakers should ALWAYS be supervised by an adult.    Rat care.

 

Lettuce 8364727 and Tomato 8364733

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BOTH  ADOPTED.   Lettuce and Tomato (babies) are approx. 3 months old. Were brought to us when their owner was moving and did not take them.  Syrian hamsters are solitary animals and should NOT be caged with others of their kind when adults.
NOTE:  The ASPCA recommends Hamsters as pets ONLY for persons 7 years or OLDER and the child should be supervised by an ADULT.
IMPORTANT: The enclosure should be placed away from direct sunlight and drafts, and lined with an absorbent bedding such as timothy hay, aspen shavings, shredded paper or pelleted bedding.  CAUTION NEVER use cedar OR pine shavings as bedding, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.

Hamster info and More info.

Wiki 8388678 and Pedia 8388689

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BOTH  ADOPTED.
1 year old male American and Abyssinian guinea pigs.  Came in together and would be great if they could be adopted together.
NOTE:  HSUS states than an ADULT should be the primary caretaker and that children should always be supervised. 
Do NOT keeep Guinea Pigs outside.   Guinea pigs can have heatstoke at 85F and also canNOT tolerate cold.    
Guinea Pig CARE
 

Carl 8920342

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ADOPTED.   1 1/2 year old American male Guinea Pig.   I'm good-natured and tolerate getting petted.
NOTE:  HSUS states than an ADULT should be the primary caretaker and that children should always be supervised.  Guinea Pig Information.    AND   HSUS Info.
Do NOT keep Guinea Pigs outside.  Guinea pigs can have heatstroke at 85°F and also canNOT tolerate cold.

Skyfire 8285893

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Skyfire is an 8 month old male Abyssinian Guinea Pig.   NOTE:  HSUS states than an ADULT should be the primary caretaker and that children should always be supervised.
Guinea Pig CARE   AND  Guinea Pig Information AND HSUS Info.
Do NOT keep Guinea Pigs outside.  Guinea pigs can have heatstroke at 85°F and also canNOT tolerate cold.
 

Hammy 8364708

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ADOPTED.
Approx. 4 month old Male Syrian hamster.  Was brought to us because his prior owner was moving and did not take him.  Syrian hamsters are solitary animals and should NOT be caged with others of their kind.
NOTE:  The ASPCA recommends Hamsters as pet ONLY for persons 7 years or OLDER and the child should be supervised by an ADULT.
IMPORTANT: The enclosure should be placed away from direct sunlight and drafts, and lined with an absorbent bedding such as timothy hay, aspen shavings, shredded paper or pelleted bedding.  CAUTION NEVER use cedar OR pine shavings as bedding, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.
Hamster info and More info.

Hamsters

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NOTE:  The ASPCA recommends Hamsters as pets ONLY for persons 7 years or OLDER and the child should be supervised by an ADULT.
IMPORTANT: The enclosure should be placed away from direct sunlight and drafts, and lined with an absorbent bedding such as timothy hay, aspen shavings, shredded paper or pelleted bedding.  CAUTION: NEVER use cedar OR pine shavings as bedding, as the phenols are very strong and cause serious respiratory, skin, coat and liver problems.


BEFORE you decide to adopt a Hamster, LEARN ABOUT THEM and Be Ready for their arrival at you home. Have the food and the items necessary for their care ready for the hamster when it arrives.
Learn about Hamsters....Hamster Information. AND More info.

 

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