Senior confirmed
Joy
Joy is a super sweet little chiweenie who loves to cuddle and be with her person. She gets along with other dogs and is house trained and potty pad tr…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, 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 631–660 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
10+ years
RUFUS
RUFUS is a male Norfolk Terrier, a medium-sized senior dog at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
TOBIAS
TOBIAS is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, available in Corpus Christi, TX at City of Corpus Christi Animal Care. Senior dogs make wonderful …
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
Senior confirmed
Queenie
This majestic little lady is QUEENIE She is 9 years young and 7 pounds and a great little toy Shih Tzu that you can hold and cuddle and take on errand…
Roxy's K-9 Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Mercury
Meet Mercury — a 9-year-old handsome Black Lab who is the absolute epitome of sweetness. This golden oldie has perfected the art of companionship and …
Allie's Haven Animal Rescue • Fort Worth, TX
Senior confirmed
LEO
LEO is a senior male German Shepherd Dog, large, currently at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
Dutton
Meet Dutton! Dutton is the sweetest boy ready for any adventure that comes his way. He loves playing with his dog friends and meeting new people. He h…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
MOLLY
MOLLY is a senior female Labrador Retriever, large size, currently at The City of Pasadena, Texas in Pasadena, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
The City of Pasadena, Texas • Pasadena, TX
10+ years
Diana
Diana came to us as an owner surrender. She likely speaks Spanish, as she was purchased in Chile. She spent the last few months 'in a cage' because th…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
10+ years
LUNA
Luna is a hospice foster. She is about 12 years old and has some mobility issues. She is deaf, so we have established hand signals for COME, SIT and L…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Skipper Drei
Skipper Drei is a 11 year old dachshund and chihuahua mix (chi-weenie). He is red and weighs 12 pounds. Skipper came to Diamond Dachshund Rescue with …
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
George Youngster
George Youngster is a 7 year old dachshund and chihuahua mix (chi-weenie). He is black and tan and weighs 12 pounds. George came to Diamond Dachshund …
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Angus
Angus is a big-hearted goofball! After being saved at the very last moment, he’s proven just how resilient and loving he is. Angus does well in a busy…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Cookie
Cookie is exactly what her name promises—soft, sweet, and impossible not to love. 🍪💕 This happy girl greets the world with a wiggly body and a toy i…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Petey
Hi, I’m Petey. I’m a 10‑year‑old Boston boy weighing 35 pounds, with a big heart and an even bigger love for being close to my person. I’m what they c…
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
10+ years
Aiden Bean
Aiden Bean is estimated to be 10 years old, and this absolute angel is officially on the glow-up of a lifetime! Previously underweight, Aiden has blos…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Cain
Cain is a small male senior Chihuahua at Angie's Friends in Dallas, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Angie's Friends • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Lucy #great-with-children
Est. DOB 4/8/18, weight 62 lbs. Beautiful Lucy, a gentle, loving girl who is great with children, enjoys car rides and walks in the neighborhood where…
HOMELESS & ORPHANED PETS ENDEAVOR • HOUSTON, TX
Senior confirmed
CHUBBS
Chubbs is a sweet, lovable, boy with a playful streak and plenty of charm. He's the kind of dog who can entertain himself when needed but is always ha…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
10+ years
Teddy VII (New Digs)
Meet Teddy 🐾 Teddy is an 11-year-old Shih Tzu and Poodle mix (often called a “Shih-Poo”) weighing about 20 pounds — the perfect medium-small size for…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
River
River is a 6-year-old sweetheart with a big personality and an even bigger heart. She’s a cuddly, talkative girl who loves spending time outdoors and …
Texas Husky Rescue, Inc. • Carrollton, TX
Senior confirmed
Pluto
Pluto is a pup with striking blue eyes and an even bigger personality. He’s incredibly sweet, curious, and full of energy, always ready to explore the…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
REMI
Meet Remi, an 8-year-old sweetheart with a gentle soul! From our volunteer observations, Remi seems to be a friendly pup who enjoys coming right up to…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
KING
Meet King, a certified snugglebug and a complete gentleman! This 7 year old boy lived with a family for 6 years and all he wants now is a new home and…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Candy Cane
Candy Cane was rescued along with several other dogs and puppies who had been abandoned on a ranch in Oklahoma. She has been spayed, vaccinated, and m…
Bluebonnet Animal Rescue Network • Whitewright, TX
Senior confirmed
Heidi
Happy Affectionate Semi Energetic Collie /Shepherd mix looking for a nice family to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an application directly a…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Bob
Welcome Bob to CCPAL Rescue. He is a 7.5-year-old Mastiff/Lab mixed dog. He is about 50 pounds and he is very sweet. He is now ready for his forever h…
Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League • Bandera, TX
Senior confirmed
Chelsea
7-year-old • Female • Tripod Meet Alex—also known as Chelsea—a sweet, soulful girl with a playful spirit and a heart full of love. This calm couch pot…
Friends of Rescue Animals • Rowlett, TX
10+ years
Pippi
~~Although we do our very best to make sure your new pup is in tiptop health before adoption, things could drastically change a month later. Since we …
Recycled Pomeranians and Schipperkes • Garland, TX
10+ years
Harley
UPDATE: Harley is a sweet rescue girl making real progress every day. She's mastered the doggie door for potty breaks (pee training is still in the wo…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, 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.