Scotty

Dave walked through the adoption building at the Humane Society of Texas: “I walked by one kennel without looking at the dog inside, but something told me to turn around. I saw this little guy with his paws on the door. A terrier mix, he was found as a stray and taken to the shelter. The rest, they say, is history.”

Today, Scotty lives with Dave and Sue on South Padre Island. Beach walks with Scotty are part of Dave’s daily routine, and he’s now affectionately known around town as “Scotty’s Dad.”

This is why adoption matters. Shelter pets aren’t just waiting—they’re waiting for you. Sometimes, it’s not about choosing a pet—it’s about the moment they choose you.

Be like Scotty’s Dad.