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Ms. Frizzle
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
6,002 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 1–30 of 6,002 below.
Every dog in Texas deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in Texas. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
118 shelters and rescues in Texas currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Texas
Texas has a large number of dogs listed, most of them with rescue groups, and Houston, San Antonio and Dallas supply the biggest share. Rescue groups usually place dogs in foster homes and start with an application, while municipal shelters tend to keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs the same day.
Open a profile and contact the group that has the dog. Expect an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that group, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. The state is big, but listings cluster in a few metro areas, so many groups help arrange transport within Texas for the right match. Check with the organization on the dog's profile for that dog's history, requirements and availability.
6,002 dogs in Texas — page 1 of 201
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Luna
Meet Luna A2082538!Luna is a sweet, intelligent, and affectionate girl with medium energy and a big love for her people. She is house-trained with acc…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
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Tyra
Very sweet, happy, playful and affectionate active Pitbull mix looking for a nice family with another dog and children or can be only dog! Please cont…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Missy aka Trixie
WOOF WOOF I WANT HOME NOW! Very sweet and affectionate active playful Australian Cattle Dog/Shepherd mix looking for a nice family with another dog an…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Spencer
Meet Spencer, a sweet boy who recently arrived at CTDR with his best friend, Simon, after their owner could no longer care for them. These two have sh…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
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Peter Pan
Peter Pan arrived at CTDR with his beloved best friend, Wendy, and the two are deeply bonded and must be adopted together. Peter Pan is a handsome whi…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
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Snuffles
Happy, very affectionate and active playful Belgian Malinois /Shepherd mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be the only dog to be dot…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Penne
Happy, very affectionate and semi active playful Shepherd mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be the only dog to be doted on! Please…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Barney
Happy, very affectionate and active playful Shepherd mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be the only dog to be doted on! Please cont…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Brie
Happy and affectionate Husky/Shepherd mix looking for a nice family. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Ally
Happy Semi Energetic Australian Cattle Dog mix looking for a nice family to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Auggie1
Needs a home ASAP -at risk! Awesome semi energetic lad looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog to be doted on! Has Sponsorship f…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Mosley
Great energetic and smart Lab mix looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an applica…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Max
Best Family dog ever!!!!!!! Missing out! Great energetic Shepherd mix pup looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog to be doted on…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Ginger
Awesome Wired Haired Terrier mix for a nice family. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Cutie Pie
Great energetic lad looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog! Best friends with brother Holden if looking to adopt two dogs. Ask …
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Holden
Great energetic lad looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog! Best friends with brother Cutie Pie if you are looking to adopt two…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Kendall
Great energetic medium breed pup looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog to be doted on! Ask about Fall Adoption fee special! Pl…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Yoshi
Great energetic medium breed dog looking for a nice family with another dog or can be only dog to be doted on! Please contact us to submit an applicat…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Annie
Please join us in giving a very warm welcome to Miss Annie as she joins the CTDR family. Annie came to rescue after her owners made the difficult deci…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
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Tennessee
Tennessee is the embodiment of your ideal furry companion. A striking blend of Belgian Malinois and German Shepherd, he's just 7 years young and burst…
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, TX
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Milia
Sponsorship for part of adoption fee! Needs to have family soon. I am a great house dog that likes to chill out with you. Ask about my discounted adop…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Sprite
Sprite is a fun-loving, pale-yellow boy with a brown nose and great stand-up ears. Sprite is an energetic boy who is sweet, friendly, as bubbly as a g…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Ellie aka Eddy
Best dog ever. Dont miss out!!! I really need a family with another dog (or can be only dog) and a securely fenced yard. Great with dogs, cats and kid…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Zoey
PLEASE pick me! I am a happy energetic lady! I so want a family with another dog or I can be only dog and a securely fenced yard. You can contact us d…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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LokiH
Ask about Sizzling Summer adoption fee! PLEASE pick me! BEST Dog EVER! I LOVE people, dogs, and toys!!!! I am a happy lad! I have to have a family wit…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Buddy
Buddy really wants to be your friend. He just needs to build his confidence. The best way for him to achieve his goal is knowing he can trust hoomans.…
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, TX
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Cora
Ask about Sizzling Summer Adoption fee specials! Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggityrescue.co…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Reecie
Reecie came to CTDR after experiencing a great deal of loss. Her human dad passed away very suddenly, and her human mom had to return to work and was …
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
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Apollo
Sponsorship for part of adoption fee! Needs to have family soon. I cry for a family. My foster brother dogs are Auggie and Leo if you want to adopt tw…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Texas
Programs that help Texas adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterSpay/Texas, Find a Low Cost Clinic (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Statewide directory of low-cost spay and neuter clinics and shelters across Texas.
- Low-cost vet careEmancipet, Find Your Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Nonprofit low-cost veterinary clinics in Houston, Austin and Killeen offering spay and neuter, vaccines and wellness care.
- Spay / neuterSpay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP), Houston (opens in a new tab) — Houston nonprofit clinic offering affordable spay and neuter surgery and preventative wellness services.
- Spay / neuterTexas Coalition for Animal Protection (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay and neuter and vaccine clinics at fixed and mobile locations across North Texas.
- Low-cost vet careSPCA of Texas, Clinic Services (opens in a new tab) — Dallas clinic offering discounted basic veterinary services including spay and neuter, vaccines and heartworm treatment.
Dogs available in other states
Adopting a dog in Texas — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Texas?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Texas, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in Texas up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Texas?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a 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 for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in Texas instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Texas offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog 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 the dogs in Texas good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
