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Ask Petfinder to list out-of-state pets in default searches
Millions of adoptable pets remain unseen and at risk simply because adoption platforms like Petfinder now default to showing only local animals, leaving thousands in overcrowded shelters in the Houston area without visibility. With 6.3… Read more
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4th Annual Vegan Chili Cook-off & Potluck
Join us for the 4th Annual Vegan Chili Cook-Off & Potluck on January 10, 2026 — a flavorful celebration hosted by the First UU Climate Action Team and the UU Animal Ministry of Houston!This year… Read more
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Help Keep Houston’s Outdoor Cats Warm This Winter
Friends For Life has reached out with an opportunity to make a real difference this winter — and we’d love your help! Join us on Tuesday December 23rd 1-4 pm. ProjectWARM is Friends For Life’s… Read more
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A Heartfelt Thank-You for a Beautiful Thanks-Living Potluck
What an incredible evening we shared at this year’s Thanks-Living Potluck! To everyone who cooked, baked, chopped, stirred, seasoned, carried dishes, set up tables, or simply showed up with an open heart—thank you. The food… Read more
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Be the Change in Your Community – Nov 18 @ 6pm
RSVP here: https://www.thln.org/2025_houston_community_impact_meeting Join Houston SPCA, Barrio Dogs, Harris County Constable Pct. 1., and the Texas Humane Legislation Network for an eye-opening and inspiring event on the frontlines of animal protection. Together, we’ll take on the toughest issues:… Read more
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Embracing Interdependence
Join us for this online workshop on Thursday, November 13, 2025, 8pm ET / 7pm CT / 6pm MT /5pm PT This facilitated, structured conversation among attendees uses “Embracing Interdependence,” UUAM’s new small-group-ministry-style curriculum, to… Read more
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From Unthinkable to Inevitable: Believing in a Plant-Based Food System
Sunday November 9, 7pm ET / 6pm CT / 5pm MT / 4pm PT Don’t miss this special online presentation from the UU Animal Ministry! In her work at the Better Food Foundation, Unitarian Universalist minister… Read more
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Houston Community Impact Meeting – November 18th
The Houston UU Animal Ministry is attending the Houston Community Impact Meeting on Tuesday, Nov 18, and we’d love for you to join us. Alongside Houston SPCA, Barrio Dogs, Harris County Constable Pct. 1, and the Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN), we’ll… Read more
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3rd Annual Thanks Living Plant-based Potluck
Join our Thanks-Living plant-based potluck featuring a special talk by Rowdy Girl Sanctuary’s founder—food, compassion, and community! Saturday, November 22 · 6:30 – 8:30pm CST. Doors at 6pm Celebrate compassion, community, and delicious food! Join us… Read more
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Vegan pizza giveaway and demonstration
An important demonstration is taking place on Thursday, October 16th, at 11:30 AM. Please join local PETA supporters as they hand out delicious vegan pizzas outside Domino’s to urge the pizza giant to add vegan cheese to… Read more
Welcome to the UU Animal Ministry of Houston blog!
I’m Megan, an animal welfare activist who has dedicated her life helping animals. Through this blog, I aim to share news, events and thoughts that relate to animal welfare.
