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Spice
Meet Spice – The Perfect Dash of Sass & Sweetness! ️ Spice is a 5-year-old terrier mix who proves that the best things in life come with a little kick…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
6,002 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 5,971–6,000 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 200 of 201
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Ringo
Ringo is a young, energetic boy who was born in August of 2020. He is a beautiful red heeler and loves to run and play when taken to the park. He is a…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Scout
Scout was rescued along with Madea and two of their puppies when they were found living under an empty house. Scout is a 2-1/2 year black lab mix who …
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Bindi
Meet Bindi — a happy, energetic girl who’s ready to find her forever home! She loves to run, play, and be part of whatever you’re doing, making her a …
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
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Harper
Happy Harper here and I know what you’re thinking. That’s not a catahoula leopard! I know my face doesn’t fit, but you should see the markings on my s…
Bay Area Pet Adoptions/SPCA • San Leon, TX
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Choco
Are you looking for a big dog that likes to have fun? Eureka, your search is over! My name is Choco and you can think of me as choc-ful-a-fun. I’m a l…
Bay Area Pet Adoptions/SPCA • San Leon, TX
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Beanie
My name is Beanie, and I’m a handsome young guy with a beautiful brindle coat. I weigh in at 30 lbs, and since I’m almost a year old, I’m not going to…
Bay Area Pet Adoptions/SPCA • San Leon, TX
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Izzy
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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Bones
Meet Bones – A One-of-a-Kind Pup with a Heart Full of Love Breed: French Bulldog/Boston Terrier Mix DOB: ~January 22, 2020 | Weight: 26 lbs Adoption F…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Gretel
Meet Gretel, a soulful Basset mix born on February 20, 2020. At six years old, she has perfected the art of being a relaxed, well-mannered house compa…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
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Kylie
Kylie is very loving, loyal, sweet and easy to care for. She is protective of her family and has a high prey drive (squirrels beware!) Kylie was adopt…
Animal Shelter Volunteers of Texas • Montgomery, TX
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Sirius Black (Cutter)
Homebody Introvert alert** Hello, my SOCA name is Sirius Black but I go by the name Cutter. I was DNA tested and I am a mix of Schnauzer, Staffordshir…
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
Oakley
Meet Oakley! At just around 9 months old, Oakley is a young Yorkie mix with so much life and love ahead of her. She’s a super sweet girl who can be a …
Town of Little Elm-Animal Services • Little Elm, TX
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Rio and Oso
APPLICATION REQUIRED from www.dashdog.org Adoption Fee $450 - the fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE and is not specific for any dog or puppy; it goes to the expen…
Dallas Australian Shepherd and Herding Dog Rescue • Dallas, TX
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Oso and Rio
APPLICATION REQUIRED from www.dashdog.org Adoption Fee $450 - the fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE and is not specific for any dog or puppy; it goes to the expen…
Dallas Australian Shepherd and Herding Dog Rescue • Dallas, TX
Marceline
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Cookie
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Saskia
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Samuel
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Marcus
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Sierra's pup Sherman (pink)
SRGDRR Inc aka Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab • Bullard, 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.
