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Meet Waffles! Waffles is a very sweet boy, plain and simple. ❤️ We estimate he’s around 2 years old. Waffles came into rescue after being abandoned in…
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Dogs for Adoption in Texas
4,308 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 691–720 of 4,308 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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Matrix
Hi! I’m Matrix! I am a big, gentle bundle of love. I am sweet with people and other dogs alike, sit for pets, kennel myself, ride well in a car, and I…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Jewels
Hi! I’m Jewels! I am a big, gentle bundle of love. I am sweet with people and other dogs alike, kennel myself, ride well in a car, and I have the pret…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Marisa
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
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Benjamin
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
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Kyoto
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
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Osaka
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
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Brownie
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
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Hope
This dog is in a foster home in San Antonio, TX. Prospective adopters must be able to travel to San Antonio to complete the adoption process. Please a…
San Antonio Great Dane Rescue • PIPE CREEK, TX
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Havana
This dog is in a foster home in San Antonio, TX. Prospective adopters must be able to travel to San Antonio to complete the adoption process. Please a…
San Antonio Great Dane Rescue • PIPE CREEK, TX
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Heather
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Stormy
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
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Phoenix
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
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Drusilla
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
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Diesel
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
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Lilly
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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Mandeline
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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Remi
Remi is a sweet little boy that loves toys and kids. He is still working on his puppy manners and learning to use his slow feeder bowl. Remi would lov…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Peanut
Peanut is a sweet little boy that loves toys and kids. He is still working on his puppy manners and learning to use his slow feeder bowl. Peanut would…
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Bud
Bud is a sweet little boy that loves toys and kids. He is still working on his puppy manners and learning to use his slow feeder bowl. Bud would love …
Operation Pets Alive • The Woodlands, TX
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Petal
Petal is a sweet little boy that loves toys and kids. He is still working on his puppy manners and learning to use his slow feeder bowl. Petal would l…
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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.
