Programs
Disaster Response & Field Support
When hurricanes, floods, and wildfires strike South-East Texas, Ruff Rough mobilizes trained teams, drones, and field units to recover animals, support shelters, and stand beside emergency responders.
Where We Deploy
Our field operations are scaled and equipped for the disasters that most threaten animals in our region.
Hurricanes & Tropical Storms
Pre-positioned teams deploy ahead of landfall to support evacuations and post-storm recovery of displaced animals.
Floods & Flash Flooding
Drone reconnaissance over inaccessible flooded areas locates stranded dogs for ground-team water rescue.
Wildfires
Thermal drones identify animals in smoke-obscured zones; ground teams coordinate with fire crews on safe entry windows.
Mass-Casualty & Severe Weather
Field triage support, temporary sheltering, and reunification logistics in coordination with local emergency operations.
Field Capabilities
Emergency Coordination
Active liaison with county emergency management, sheriff's offices, and animal control during activations.
Mobile Field Units
Self-sufficient response vehicles with crates, medical supplies, drone equipment, and 72-hour autonomy.
Volunteer Network
Trained disaster-response volunteers on call across South-East Texas for rapid mobilization.
Past Deployments
A selection of disaster activations our teams have supported across Texas.
2024
Hurricane Beryl Response
Houston & Coastal Bend, TX
Multi-day deployment supporting displaced-pet recovery and shelter triage following widespread power outages and flooding.
2023
Hill Country Flash Floods
Kerr & Bandera Counties, TX
Drone reconnaissance over flooded creek systems located stranded dogs for ground-team water extraction.
2023
South Texas Wildfire Support
Bastrop & Caldwell Counties, TX
Coordinated with fire crews to identify and recover animals from evacuation zones during active burn periods.
2022
Winter Storm Mara Response
San Antonio Metro Area
Welfare checks and emergency transport for dogs left exposed during sub-freezing power outages.
2021
Hurricane Nicholas Recovery
Greater Houston Area
Post-landfall search-and-recovery operations and reunification support for evacuated families.
Emergency Management Partners
Disaster work only happens through coordination. We partner with county and local agencies to ensure animals are part of every emergency plan.
- County Emergency Management Offices
- Local Sheriff's Departments
- Texas Animal Control Association
- Regional Animal Shelters & Rescues
- Faith-Based Disaster Relief Networks
- Volunteer Fire Departments
Stand With Us When Disaster Strikes
Disaster response is funded entirely by donors and volunteers. Help us be ready before the next storm.