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San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Dogs for Adoption in Texas
4,302 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 1,351–1,380 of 4,302 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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Wanda
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Wendy
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Willow
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Willson
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Donnie
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Briggs
(B1) He is affectionate and friendly.(B2) He loves walks and playing fetch.(B3) He is looking for another dog to play with at every opportunity.(B4) H…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Percy
Percy went on a Shelter Paws! From the Chaperone: We went to Starbucks, got a pup cup, then went back to the house and relaxed for a little while, we …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Prudence
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
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Luna #plush-toy-litter
DOB 5/6/26, weight up to 15 lb. at maturity Hey there, everyone! I’m Luna, a very sweet, friendly, and very playful white-with-black-markings, wire-co…
HOMELESS & ORPHANED PETS ENDEAVOR • HOUSTON, TX
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Lola #plush-toy-litter
DOB 5/6/26, weight up to 15 lb. at maturity Hey there, everyone! I’m Lola, a very sweet, feisty, and very playful wire-coated Russell Terrier mix gal …
HOMELESS & ORPHANED PETS ENDEAVOR • HOUSTON, TX
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Lili #plush-toy-litter
DOB 5/6/26, weight up to15 lb. at maturity Hey there, everyone! I’m Lili, a very sweet, alert, and adorable smooth-coated Russell Terrier mix gal who …
HOMELESS & ORPHANED PETS ENDEAVOR • HOUSTON, TX
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Brioche
My name is Brioche! I'm currently in foster care where my foster has had plenty of time to introduce me to new things. I'm housetrained and good at te…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
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Olan
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Oliver
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Landon
BREED-Terrier Mix; SEX-Male; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-10 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD WI…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
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Lester
BREED-Terrier Mix; SEX-Male; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-10 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD WI…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
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Chance
Meet Chance, a gentle boy who tends to be on the shy side and may need some extra time to build confidence in new situations. From our observations, h…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
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Fox
Fox is a quiet and gentle guy who tends to keep to himself around other dogs. From our observations in playgroup, he appeared timid but tolerated gree…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
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Thelma- Oklahoma
MEET "THELMA" OKLAHOMA, MCALLESTER; ADOPT OR FOSTER TO ADOPT DOB: 6/1/2025 BREED: CENTRAL ASIAN SHEPHERD NOTES : ABOUT THELMA Thelma is currently arou…
Big Paws K9 Foster House • Alvin, TX
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Lizzie
BREED-Terrier Mix; SEX-Female; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-6 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD W…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
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Lynn
BREED-Terrier Mix; SEX-Female; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-6 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 4 months; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD W…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
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Nanuk
Pearland Animal Control and Adoption Center • Pearland, TX
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San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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Felix
This little guy FELIX just checks all of the boxes. He is a great playmate companion to another dog as well as a good cuddler to a human. He is great …
Roxy's K-9 Rescue • San Antonio, TX
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Bloop
Boop, boop, boop...BLOOP (61682251). You found the cutest bloop around, me! I'm a one year old pit bull terrier mix girl with a sweet and happy dispos…
Collin County Animal Services • McKinney, 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.
