Texas shelters highlight pets like Robin the cat and Ellie the Pit Bull for adoption this week.

Several Texas animal shelters are featuring pets available for adoption. The Galveston County Animal Resource Center highlights Robin, a playful 1.5-year-old cat, and Ellie, a 10-month-old friendly pit bull, both adoptable from April 20-24 for $42.50. Gulf Coast Tiny Paws Rescue features Spark, a seven-month-old shy but snuggly cat, at their League City adoption event. The Galveston Island Humane Society showcases Mercury, a loving cat, and Usher, a handsome dog, both seeking forever homes.