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Tracer
Tracer is a friendly boy who loves people. He was an excellent livestock guardian with goats, but he was NOT good with chickens. Not long after Tracer…
Bluebonnet Animal Rescue Network • Whitewright, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
5,999 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 5,851–5,880 of 5,999 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.
5,999 dogs in Texas — page 196 of 200
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Bear Bear
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
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Bixby
Meet Bixby – Your Future Adventure Sidekick DOB: August 10, 2021 | Weight: 32 lbs Adoption Fee: $200 (+ $225 transport if applicable) Currently in Tex…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Juniper
Meet Juniper! Born around February 2022, she is a playful, happy Great Pyrenees, Australian Cattle Dog mix. She's on the small side around 50 pounds. …
Saving Pyrs In Need • Dallas, TX
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Wish Bone
Posted on 8/5/23, and the pictures were updated on 9/19/23. Wish Bone was at the Smith County Animal Shelter too long, so we tagged him. He is a very …
Tonya Griffith's Animal Rescue, Inc. • Frankston, TX
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juna
Meet Juna, a sweet and smart 2-year-old pug-chihuahua mix weighing just 6 pounds. This tiny girl has a big heart and is patiently waiting for a loving…
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
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Madison
Tune in to our Facebook page (Great Pyrenees Rescue Society - GPRS) every Sunday at 3pm CT to see our dogs LIVE! You can also find previous episodes o…
Great Pyrenees Rescue Society • Spring, TX
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Nemo
Nemo is one of a group of feral LGDs that were trapped south of Dallas in Wilmer, TX. He and his siblings were born to working parents who guarded a h…
Bluebonnet Animal Rescue Network • Whitewright, TX
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Cookie
This sweet girl is Cookie. She is 4 years old (approx. DOB: Spring 2021). Cookie is a Pit Bull Terrier mix. Cookie needs a home of her own, a 'forever…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Dior
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
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Sheba Shebes
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
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Lola
Ready for my new home now! Best puppy ever! AWESOME FAMILY PUP! I really need a family with another dog my size and a securely fenced yard. You can co…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Nala
Nala is 4 years old (DOB: 4/8/21) , and is a tan and white Husky/Pit Bull Terrier mix. Owner surrendered, due to owner not having a back yard for Nala…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Jill E. Bear
Bluebonnet Animal Rescue Network • Whitewright, TX
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Monroe
Meet Monroe – Your Little Miracle in a Fur Coat Monroe’s story began in the most heartbreaking way—found in a box along the highway with his siblings,…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Bruno
Ready for my new home now! Best puppy ever! AWESOME FAMILY PUP! I really need a family with another dog my size and a securely fenced yard. You can co…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Eddie
Hi, my name is Eddie and I was born at Straydog right after Christmas, 2022. I was adopted when I was a puppy but was just returned because my owner d…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Marlow
Ready for my new home now! Best puppy ever! AWESOME FAMILY PUP! I really need a family with another dog my size and a securely fenced yard. You can co…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Jimmy
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Tejas Rescued Pet Adoptions • San Antonio, TX
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Bear Lola
Ready to move to my new home! AWESOME FAMILY SWEET PUP. I really need a family with another dog my size or I can be the only dog and a securely fenced…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Sandy
Ready for my new home now! AWESOME FAMILY PUP I really need a family with another dog my size or I can be the only dog and a securely fenced yard. You…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
Shane
Shane is a 4-year-old, 65-pound bundle of happiness who never quite got the memo that he’s a dog—he’s convinced he’s one of the kids. This sweet, affe…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Mickey - IN TRAINING
Hi there! My name is Mickey, I’m about 6 years old and weigh 22 pounds. I’m a smart, charming guy, and very focused! My foster mom says I am very athl…
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
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Iris
Best family pup! Likes humans and dogs. Loves belly rubs. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@dogdiggity…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Jasper
PLEASE pick me! I am a sweet, loving, happy semi ene rgetic lad looking for an active Pointer mix family. You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yaho…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Chester
Over-sized Lap Dog Alert!!! Hi, I’m Chester and I’m SUPER excited to meet you. I mean, no one has ever been as happy to see you as I will be. I can’t …
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
Maria
In late 2022, a family of 7 Akbash dogs were found as strays and trapped in Emory, Texas - 2 adults and 5 pups. Maria was thought to be the mom of the…
Bluebonnet Animal Rescue Network • Whitewright, TX
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Neko
PLEASE pick me! I am a happy, low energy but very agile lad looking for an active family. You can contact us directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com or info@do…
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.
