Dallas Animal Services Achieves Historic Increase in Pet Adoptions, Leading Texas, and Ranking 4th Nationally

Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is proud to announce record-breaking pet adoption numbers for 2024 according to the Best Friends Animal Society annual 2024 National Dataset.

According to data from Best Friends Animal Society, which aggregates data from nearly 4,000 shelters nationwide, DAS was one of the top-ranked shelters for total pet adoptions in 2024. With 12,261 pets adopted in 2024, DAS achieved an impressive 41% increase in adoptions compared to 2023 – that’s 3,580 more pets who found loving homes from DAS. DAS not only led the state of Texas by a wide margin but also achieved the highest year-over-year increase in adoptions nationwide, with 3,580 more adoptions than in 2023—a 41% increase.

This historic growth means DAS was responsible for nearly 4% of the national increase in shelter adoptions—a powerful testament to the community’s support and the dedication of DAS staff and volunteers.

“We’re incredibly proud of what this team has accomplished,” said Paul Ramon, Director of Dallas Animal Services. “These numbers represent thousands of lives saved and families made whole—and we’re just getting started. With ongoing evaluations and investments in the adoption process and continued support from the city and our community, we expect even more lifesaving impact in 2025.”

Of Texas shelters that reported adoption data, DAS led all shelters in adoption by volume by a significant margin – performing over 4,000 more adoptions than the second highest reporting city, El Paso.

Dallasites have the power to save even more lives this year by choosing to adopt from Dallas Animal Services or a local shelter. With the community’s support, DAS is poised to build on this momentum and save even more lives this year.

About Dallas Animal Services

Dallas Animal Services is one of the largest municipal animal shelters in the country and is committed to promoting public safety while finding positive outcomes for all healthy and treatable animals in its care. In partnership with the community, DAS works tirelessly to save lives through adoption, foster, and community engagement.

For more information about adoptions, foster and rescue opportunities, volunteering, or supporting DAS, visit BeDallas90.