Scarface

Scarface is an adoptable male Black Labrador Retriever looking for a home at BARC Animal Shelter in Houston, Texas. He is senior and medium in size. He is listed on the shelter's euthanasia list, listed due to lack of space, and that date has now passed. Shelters often move these dates, so Scarface may still be waiting. The shelter can confirm.

Located At: BARC Animal Shelter & Adoptions Description: My name is Scarface. I am a male, black and white Labrador Retriever mix. Age: The shelter staff think I am about 9 years old. More Info: I have been at the shelter since Oct 17, 2026. I am in kennel DB24. TWO FRIGHTENED BOYS, ONE HEARTBREAKING STORY! 🐾 Meet Knight ID #A2102429 4-year-old male Staffordshire Mix | Black/White Weight: 35 lbs Intake Date: 10/17/2026 🐾 Meet senior Scarface ID #A2002817 9-year-old male Labrador Retriever Mix | Black/White Weight: 30 lbs Intake Date: 10/17/2026 Status: Rescue only Knight and Scarface came into BARC together on October 17, following a report of dogs repeatedly escaping a property and being extremely thin, with no food or water available. ⸻ 🩺 Medical Notes: Knight * Heartworm HIGH POSITIVE ' needs veterinary evaluation and treatment. * Received routine vaccinations, deworming, and parasite prevention. Scarface * Heartworm HIGH POSITIVE ' needs veterinary evaluation and treatment. * Thin body condition, scored 3.5/9. * Previously received veterinary care at BARC in May 2025. * Received routine vaccinations, deworming, and parasite prevention on October 17. ⸻ Behavior Notes: Knight remains tense and withdrawn in his kennel, barely moving. Staff have repeatedly had to carry him because he is hesitant to walk. On October 20, he was carried outside, where he managed to walk around a little. But when staff approached to leash him, he immediately tensed, cowered, and had to be carried back inside. Knight is a frightened boy who desperately needs patience, reassurance, and a safe place to decompress. Scarface is extremely fearful and hesitant to walk. Staff describe him as tense, showing the whites of his eyes, and pulling backward on the leash. On October 20, he became so frightened while being moved that he froze in the hallway and defecated during the stressful interaction. When staff attempted to guide him with a towel, he turned and air-snapped toward it. He also struggled slightly when further guidance was attempted.