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Ozzy
He’s big, he’s furry, and he’s a good boy! Ozzy is a 92-pound Pittie Mix who tends to lumber around the playpen and sniff everything his nose can reac…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
6,015 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 5,671–5,700 of 6,015 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.
6,015 dogs in Texas — page 190 of 201
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Lance
Meet Lance, an adorable Black Lab mix puppy born around December 19, 2024. Lance and his two siblings were abandoned on the side of the street, but de…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Mr. Red
Meet Mr. Red. He was rescued as a stray in the country and taken to the vet for intake checkups and shots by a Good Samaritan. Straydog took him in to…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Theo
♥️ Meet Theo ! I’m a 3-year-old, 75-lb German Shepherd mix with a light brown coat, black highlights, and a dark face mask. Neutered, fully vet…
Texas All Creatures Rescue • Lillian, TX
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Cyrus
Hi, my name is Cyrus and I was "dropped off" at Straydog along with my Mom, Lilly, and my two brothers, Duke and Milo when I was about 4 months old. I…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Terrie
Terrie is a lovely Badger female Great Pyrenees who truly lights up with joy and excitement whenever it is time for a walk. She possesses a wonderful …
Great Pyrenees Rescue Society • Spring, TX
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Bandit
Bandit, along with his 7 siblings, were dumped on a country road and rescued by a Good Samaritan who fed and sheltered them. He has beautiful markings…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Duke
Duke, along with his 7 siblings, were dumped on a country road and rescued by a Good Samaritan who fed and sheltered them. He has beautiful markings o…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Rocky
Rocky, along with his 7 siblings, were dumped on a country road and rescued by a Good Samaritan who fed and sheltered them. They are all Catahoula Leo…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Patches
Patches, along with her 7 siblings, were dumped on a country road and rescued by a Good Samaritan who fed and sheltered them. Straydog took all of the…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Sylphrena
Meet Sylphrena! ️ Sylphrena, the energetic whirlwind of joy is a Husky mix with a little bit of everything—a dash of pitbull, a sprinkle of mini schna…
Heart of Texas Animal Rescue • Bangs, TX
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Cruella
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
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Honey
Age: 3 1/2 Years Weight: 50 lbs Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: Unknown Good with kids: Yes Activity level: High Shedding: Medium Vocal level: Med…
Duck Team 6 Street Dog Rescue • Dallas, TX
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Astra
Sweet baby! Astra is a big girl who will take time to warm up to you. She is a good leash walker and will take treats gently from your hands. She is l…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
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Wellington
Wellington was abandoned in a crate in front of our shelter, along with his siblings. We are guessing a date of birth about mid February, 2024. So Wel…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Miles
Miles was abandoned in a crate in front of our shelter, along with his siblings. We are guessing a date of birth about mid February, 2024. So Miles is…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Simon
Simon was abandoned in a crate in front of our shelter, along with his siblings. We are guessing a date of birth about mid February, 2024. So Simon is…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Ruby
Ruby is a young, red Heeler mix. She is a very sweet, happy and friendly girl. Ruby is reddish brown in her coloring and has a white chest. Such prett…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Lucas
Meet LUCAS, a wonderfully happy guy who loves everyone and plays with everyone in his foster home. His temperament is the best, no aggression or guard…
Roxy's K-9 Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Capone - SPECIAL NEEDS
Hi, I’m Capone, the sweetest, happiest 5-year-old boy you’ll ever meet! I love pets so much that I go into a total state of bliss—I’ll never want you …
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
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Anna
Meet Anna! Anna had a rough start in life—she was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside her eight siblings. Her feral mo…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Ava
Meet Ava! Ava had a rough start in life—she was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside her eight siblings. Her feral moth…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Amanda
Meet Amanda – Your New Best Friend! Amanda is an adorable Vizsla mix puppy with a heart full of love and energy! Born around November 30, 2024, she ca…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Andy
Meet Andy! Andy had a rough start in life—he was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside his eight siblings. His feral mot…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Axel
Meet Axel! Axel had a rough start in life—he was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside his eight siblings. His feral mot…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Aria
Meet Aria! Aria had a rough start in life—she was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside her eight siblings. Her feral mo…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Amy
Meet Amy! Amy had a rough start in life—she was born on November 30, 2024, on the streets of San Antonio, alongside her eight siblings. Her feral moth…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Pac Man
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Browse by breed in Texas
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.
