Support Us Button Widget

Home purr the holidays: six cats and dogs to adopt this month

We’ve rounded up six cats and dogs from Austin Pets Alive and the Austin Animal Center who are looking for a furever home with you.

Table of Contents

Looking for a new furry friend to bring home this holiday season? Look no further — we’ve rounded up six cats and dogs who are eager to share the love with you.

Most of these fluffy friends have had their adoption fees waived, and many of them have been professionally trained.

Cats

Back in Black - APA.png

Back in Black is known for her tiny meow squeak.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Back In Black | 2 years, 3 months
This former street cat was found with a clipped ear and fractured leg, but she’s got a loving spirit that just won’t break. Black — a domestic shorthair — loves other cats and has an affinity for belly rubs.

ATX_Josephine.png

Josephine is a perfect low-maintenance addition to a quiet home.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Josephine | 2 years
A former stray and current Desperate Housecat, Josephine is very affectionate when she gets to know you. She may have her boundaries, but this cute kitty warms up quickly.

ATX_SootSprite

Soot Sprite is recovering from ringworm and starting to act like a kitten again.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Soot Sprite | 4 months
Despite arriving at Austin Pets Alive! with injuries and ringworm, little Soot Sprite is making a comeback. Her fosters say she doesn’t have a mean bone in her body.

Dogs

ATX_Firecracker

Firecracker is young, fun, full of energy, and ready to come home with you.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Firecracker | 1 year
In a word, Firecracker’s personality is explosive. This energetic pup — who is a terrier pit mix — loves a big yard for zoomies, is treat-motivated, and loves being around humans and animals alike.

ATX_Frodo

Just look at Frodo’s sweet face and try not to giggle.

Photo courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Frodo | 8 years, 10 months
This loving terrier-pit mix is one of APA!'s top dog trainees, so he comes to you with tricks galore. Whether you’re throwing a ball around or doing a crossword puzzle, Frodo will happily do it with you.

ATX_Oprah

She may not be giving out any cars, but Oprah loves giving out smiles.

Photos courtesy Austin Pets Alive!

Oprah | 7 years, 8 months
Available to foster or adopt, pointer mix Oprah is house-trained and crate-trained, and loves going for walks and cuddles. This girl is known for her silly facial expressions, so a sense of humor is welcome.

Click here to browse available cats and dogs through Austin Pets Alive!

More from ATXtoday
You’ll never have to deal with a layover again, because these are just a few of ABIA’s nonstop flights, which will take you to over 100 cities in the US and abroad.
Dip your toes into “phillumeny,” aka the practice of collecting matchbooks, while you explore ATX and support local businesses at the same time.
The slate of new grants goes toward projects including new bridge construction, shade structure creation, and trail repair.
Let’s take a deeper dive into some of Austin’s historical markers, the significance they hold, and how long they’ve been standing.
Austin made waves on dozens of studies, lists, and rankings, so we gathered some of the highest points the Capital City hit in 2025.
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Capital City. Here are 21 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
If you have a goal you’re trying to hit in 2026, we’re here to help you make that as easy as possible by connecting you to our guides.
Save this page to plan your year’s worth of festivities.
The Austinite and two college friends-turned-founders made the list with their honey-based performance gel, which is made with organic honey and clean ingredients.
Whether you’re sober curious or fully alcohol-free, these ~30 Austin businesses serve up delicious mocktails you won’t want to miss.