Olive (fka Socks)
Meet Olive! Formerly known as Socks at Harris County Pets, but when these babies join us we love giving them a fresh start with a brand new name. Oliv…
Scout's Honor Rescue • Houston, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
6,149 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 3,541–3,570 of 6,149 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.
119 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.
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Glenn
Glenn is the perfect mix of playful and cuddly! He loves naps, snuggling with his people, and knows to go outside when it's potty time. While he may b…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Diesel
Diesel is a remarkable young boy who embodies the perfect blend of athleticism and affection. With a heart as big as his spirit, he is always eager to…
Animals Lives Matter of East Texas • Livingston, TX
Tilley
Meet Tilley! Your New Best Friend Is Waiting. Looking for a confident, loving companion with a big personality? Meet Tilley, Mae’s big sissy and the l…
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, TX
Valley
Valley is a friendly boy who greets people with a wagging tail and walks well on leash. From our volunteer observations, he seems to be social with ot…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Marley IV (New Digs)
Meet Marley! Marley is a handsome 2-year-old mixed-breed boy weighing about 60 pounds, with a heart as big as his smile. Smart, loving, and loyal, Mar…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Annabelle
Welcome Annabelle to CCPAL Rescue. Annabelle is an Aussie mix is our best guess. She looks like he is mixed with something small. She is about 8 pound…
Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League • Bandera, TX
Pancake
Pancake is very handsome with a baby face, friendly and good natured. He loves people and is good with both dogs and cats. He especially enjoys runnin…
Great Pyrenees Rescue Society • Spring, TX
Patty
Meet Patty Some dogs demand attention the moment you walk into a shelter. Patty was not one of them. She was the quiet girl who waited patiently while…
Scout's Honor Rescue • Houston, TX
Elena
BREED-Dachshund Mix; SEX-Female; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-10 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOO…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
Erika
BREED-Lab Mix; SEX-Female; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-10 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD WITH…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
Peaches
Peaches has already overcome so much - and now she's ready for the happy ending she deserves. When Peaches first arrived at the shelter, she was heart…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
Cosmo
Welcome Cosmo to CCPAL Rescue. Cosmo is an Aussie/Beagle is our best guess. He is about 8 pounds now and should be medium sized full grown. We think 2…
Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League • Bandera, TX
Paris
Paris is a quiet, independent girl who is slowly showing us more and more of her personality each day. When you approach her kennel, she greets you ca…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
Oso - In Foster
Meet Oso! Oso is a 2-year-old male Chow Chow weighing 36 lbs who was found running at large in downtown Rockwall and sadly was never reclaimed. He is …
Rockwall Animal Adoption Center • Rockwall, TX
Evian
Hi! We are Perrier (male) and Evian (female), a bonded pair of young boxers. We’ve had a challenging few months on our own, but luckily ABR rescued us…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
Cookie Dough
Cookie Dough is a 3-year-old black and tan piebald dachshund and weighs 12 pounds, She and 5 other dachshunds, known as the Ice Cream Flavor dogs, wer…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Delta
Delta is a beautiful ~4-year-old Rottweiler who should be closer to 90 lbs - but today she’s just 76 lbs, clearly underweight and recovering from a li…
Scout's Honor Rescue • Houston, TX
Quizzel
Quizzel is a gentle, sweet, and playful puppy with a beautiful golden coat. There may be some Retriever in his family tree—but with rescue pups, it's …
Great Pyrenees Rescue Society • Spring, TX
Johnny
Welcome Johnny to CCPAL Rescue. Johnny is a 10-week-old Pug mixed pup. He is a beautiful tan color with a black muzzle. He has an underbite and a shor…
Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League • Bandera, TX
Lilly
HEY, GUESS WHAT?! I’M LILLY A2061416!I’m a sweet, cuddly, loyal, and super smart girl looking for my forever family! I’m house trained, crate-trained,…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, 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.
