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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
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
6,002 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 5,881–5,910 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.
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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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Nessie
Best family pup! Likes humans and dogs Black dog adoption special applies (May).. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yaho…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Julius
Best family pup! Likes humans and dogs Sweetheart adoption special applies.. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzyrnr17@yahoo.com…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Shasta
Meet Shasta! Shasta is a Shepherd mix with the fluffiest coat, the sweetest eyes, and the cutest little “blep” tongue that will instantly make you smi…
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
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Bear
Bear is a 5 year old (DOB: October 2020), Shar-Pei. His coat coloring is a dark chocolate . This is quite the handsome guy! Bear came to us from the C…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Brooks
Brooks is 3 1/2 years old (DOB: 6/2/22), and may be a Carolina Dog mix. Coloring is light brown and white. Brooks has lots of energy and probably need…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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Blitzen
Blitzen is a 3 1/2 year old (est. DOB: December 2021), indoor pet. He appears to be Chihuahua mix. Coat coloring is tan. Blitzen is crate trained, som…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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B.B.
B.B is a 5 year old (est. DOB: June 2020), Chihuahua mix. She was a rescue after her owner passed away. B.B. would be best in a home with no children.…
Amarillo SPCA • Amarillo, TX
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bruno
sweet energetic husky...love's people and has been tested around small dogs. Loves being outside w family and is learning the leash. SUPER DOG!
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
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Mikey
Meet Mikey, the perfect partner for your active lifestyle! If you're an avid runner or beach enthusiast, Mikey is ready to join you on all your advent…
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, TX
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TJ
Hi! My name is TJ and oh boy do I love to play ball! I am a very loving and happy 36 pound 6-year-old boy. I am housetrained and crate trained. I have…
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
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Tigger
Tigger is a pretty girl with a tiger striped coat born at the beginning of 2021. Below her loving brown eyes, Tigger has a nice white chest which show…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Zorro
Zorro is a super friendly Great Pyrenees / Retriever mix boy born in May of 2021. Zorro is a very sweet boy with adoring eyes. This gentle giant is ab…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Rosemary
Rosemary is an adorable Heeler mix girl. Born in early June 2021, she is a very friendly, playful girl. Rosemary has a black coat with 4 white socks, …
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Pepper
Pepper is a Heeler mix boy with lots of brown ticking on his white coat, both of his eyes are circled in brown creating a nice white blaze. He was bor…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Sage
For more information and an adoption application, visit Sage’s page on our website at Sage was born to a Heeler mix Mom in the summer of 2021. He has …
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a Heeler mix girl born in June 2021. She enjoys her water tub when the weather is warm and playing with her brother, Sage. Cinnamon has le…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Johnny
Johnny is a very friendly Husky/Catahoula mix boy born in March of 2021 with a great big smile to match his striking stand-up ears. He has four white …
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Layla
Layla is a friendly Husky mix girl born at the end of March 2021. Her short coat is light brown with white pips (eyebrows) and white markings on all f…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Scout
Scout is a handsome Shepherd mix boy who was born at the end of October 2021. Scout has a black coat with great caramel legs, pips (eyebrows), and oth…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Gracey
Gracey is a sweet Shepherd mix girl born in October of 2021. She loves her toys and is also interested in learning to fetch! Gracey has four white fee…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Sheba
Sheba is a sweet one- year-old German Shepherd mix girl. She has a black and cream coat, but her loving brown eyes under her tall erect ears are her s…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Luka
The Dallas Mavericks have a star player named Luka, and now so does HALAH! Our Luka is a very friendly Husky/Shepherd mix boy, who, at about a year ol…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Sparky
Sparky is a super friendly boy who was born in mid-June to a sweet Shepherd mix mom. (Although his appearance resembles a heeler.) Sparky loves belly …
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
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Teddy
Meet Teddy: The 80-Pound Goofball with a Heart of Gold Teddy is 3.5 years old, 85 pounds of pure joy, and the living proof that love can come in the m…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Jolly Jake
Ready for my new home! 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 can…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Isabel
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, 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.
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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.
