Senior confirmed
Frannie
Happy, loyal and semi active Brussels Griffon mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be adopted with her really sweet Pitbull brother D…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior dogs in Texas
Senior dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 852 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Texas. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 601–630 of 852 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in Texas means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
Available senior dogs in Texas
Senior confirmed
BIG JOHN
Meet Big John, a sweet 8-year-old who seems to enjoy a relaxed pace! From our volunteer observations, he appears to be social with other dogs in a gen…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
LEO
LEO is a senior male Weimaraner, a large dog at City of Corpus Christi Animal Care in Corpus Christi, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
10+ years
RACHEL
Meet Rachel, a sweet 12-year-old girl with a laid-back personality! From our volunteer observations, Rachel seems to be social with other dogs and enj…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Han Solo
Han Solo is a 9-year-old English Setter who is ready to find a quiet forever home where he can be the center of attention. This handsome fellow has a …
Southwest English Setter Rescue • Boerne, TX
Senior confirmed
CALLIE
CALLIE is a senior female Rottweiler, large, at Pearland Animal Control and Adoption Center in Pearland, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Pearland Animal Control and Adoption Center • Pearland, TX
Senior confirmed
Beau
This gorgeous boy looks like he belongs on glossy catalog pages or some fancy pet magazine modeling all the latest trends. Beau is learning what it’s …
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
DELTA
DELTA is a senior female Pit Bull Terrier, large in size, currently at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderf…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
Eazy
Eazy is just a cuddly guy who really wants a family to love and to snuggle. He is a moderate energy, medium sized dog who enjoys going for walks and g…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
BYRON LEE
BYRON LEE is a senior male Pit Bull Terrier, large, located in Conroe, TX at the Montgomery County Animal Service Center. Senior dogs make wonderful c…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
10+ years
Bandit
Hi, I’m Bandit — a 10‑year‑old Boston Terrier boxer mix boy with a curious spirit, a gentle heart, and 38 pounds of sturdy, lovable charm. My perfect …
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
Senior confirmed
HARLEY
Hi! I’m Harley, a senior dog with a heart full of love. My days are best spent playing gently or cuddling up close for some good scratches. I’m smart,…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
Senior confirmed
STRAWBERRIES
STRAWBERRIES is a large female Labrador Retriever / Chow Chow senior at Garland Animal Services in Garland, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Garland Animal Services • Garland, TX
Senior confirmed
Emory Marie+
Hi there! We are Emory (Emme) & Finley! I am Emme and I am the big sister. I am 8 years old and weigh13 pounds. My brother Finley is 7 years old and h…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
FRISBEE
FRISBEE is a male senior Beagle / Boxer, medium size, located in Conroe, TX. He is at Montgomery County Animal Service Center, and senior dogs make wo…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
Kevin aka Rocky
Happy, a little shy, loyal and active Kelpie/Terrier mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog! Please contact us to submit an…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Cinder
Happy, affectionate, loyal and active Retriever/Terrier mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog! Please contact us to submit…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Lulu
Happy, affectionate, loyal and active Catahoula mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog! Please contact us to submit an appl…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Nelson
Nelson is a shy boy at the very beginning of his journey. Rescued through Duck Team 6, Nelson is still learning what it means to feel safe and loved. …
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
LOBO
LOBO is a large male Chow Chow senior at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
10+ years
Napoleon
Meet Napoleon! Napoleon is a male hound/beagle mix (DOB: 9/9/2016) with an easygoing personality and a love for the simple life. If you’re looking for…
Cuz i Matter Animal Rescue • Pflugerville, TX
Senior confirmed
Ms. Tiffany
Meet Ms. Tiffany Ms. Tiffany is a gentle, loving girl with a calm spirit and wonderful manners. She has an easygoing personality and a sweet, sensitiv…
Cuz i Matter Animal Rescue • Pflugerville, TX
Senior confirmed
Luna MK
Meet Luna! Luna is a loving, affectionate girl who adores snuggles and giving kisses. She’s happiest by your side and will gladly follow her person fr…
Cuz i Matter Animal Rescue • Pflugerville, TX
10+ years
Dallas
Dallas is our newest arrival here at CTDR. Dallas was surrendered by his owner as they could no longer care for him due to owners' illness. Dallas jus…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
10+ years
Mia
She may not be the star of the famous song, but this 11-year-old beauty is every bit a classic! Mia is a charming senior lady who perfectly balances h…
Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. • Carrollton, TX
Senior confirmed
Honey Bun
Honey Bun might actually be sweeter than her namesake pastry! This young female pup seems to love everyone and everything. She enthusiastically greets…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Bella
BARC shelter pull. Severe bronchitis, collapsing trachea, skin infections. total mess This dog has known nothing but neglect her whole life. She is be…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
10+ years
Guinness Finnegan
Hi! My name is Guinness Finnegan. I am 11 and weigh only 11 pounds but you would never know by my young attitude. I LOVE toys, I am expert level at de…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Peanut
Peanut is a sweet little senior chihuahua who lost his human parents and the son asked us if we could take him and his fur brother because he didn't w…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
10+ years
Star
Star is a precious little senior yorkie/schnauzer mix that we took in with her friend a chiweenie named Joy that lived with her. The lady is elderly a…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
Senior dogs in Texas by breed
Senior dogs in Texas by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Texas
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Austin Pets Alive! — Austin, Texas · See Austin Pets Alive!’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- San Antonio Animal Care Services — San Antonio, Texas · See San Antonio Animal Care Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Pets Alive — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter — Georgetown, Texas · See Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Animal Services — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care — Houston, Texas · See City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Montgomery County Animal Service Center — Conroe, Texas · See Montgomery County Animal Service Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weatherford Wags — Weatherford, Texas · See Weatherford Wags’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Garland Animal Services — Garland, Texas · See Garland Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- L&S Dog Diggity Rescue — San Antonio, Texas · See L&S Dog Diggity Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter — Waco, Texas · See Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Straydog Inc — Gun Barrel City, Texas · See Straydog Inc’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Grand Prairie Animal Services — Grand Prairie, Texas · See Grand Prairie Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Austin Boxer Rescue — Hewitt, Texas · See Austin Boxer Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas — Plano, Texas · See Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Central Texas Dachshund Rescue — Humble, Texas · See Central Texas Dachshund Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- A Doggie 4 You — Pipe Creek, Texas · See A Doggie 4 You’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Pets Alive — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- The City of Pasadena, Texas — Pasadena, Texas · See The City of Pasadena, Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weatherford Wags — Weatherford, Texas · See Weatherford Wags’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas — San Antonio, Texas · See Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Plano Animal Shelter — Plano, Texas · See Plano Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Voice for Animals Rescue and Sanctuary — Kempner, Texas · See Voice for Animals Rescue and Sanctuary’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Baytown Animal Care and Control — Baytown, Texas · See Baytown Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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Adopting a senior dog in Texas — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior dog in Texas?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in Texas?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.
Are senior dogs harder to care for?
Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.
Can I adopt a senior dog from another city in Texas?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Texas welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport within Texas for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in Texas?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in Texas instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Texas offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are senior dogs good with children or other pets in a Texas home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
Know a senior dog in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.