Dogs for Adoption in Texas

4,332 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Texas. Showing 1,921–1,950 of 4,332 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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Photo of Sistine, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Sistine

Border Collie • Female • Small • 2 years

Sistene and her siblings were rescued from a 30+ dog hoarding case in North Texas and are a part of our Heartland 29 group. Sistene is a working dog w…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Lego, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Lego

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 4 years

🐾 Meet Lego! 🐶🖤 Lego is a dynamic black and white bundle of joy weighing in at 40 lbs. He’s a true athlete, always on the go, and his love for toys…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Kirby, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Kirby

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 6 years

Kirby is a transfer from our friends at Duck Team 6, a street dog rescue in the Dallas area with a mission to reduce the street dog population through…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Gem, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Gem

Border Collie • Female • Medium • 2 years

Gem and her siblings were rescued from an 80+ dog hoarding case in North Texas. Gem (aka Gemma) was extremely shy at first, but has come around to ask…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Raya, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Raya

Border Collie • Female • Medium • 3 years

We received a call for help from another rescue for a BC pup that had begun to demonstrate pretty bad dog reactivity and anxiety issues. The other res…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

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Photo of Skipper, adoptable Mixed Breed in Texas

Skipper

Mixed Breed • Male • Large • 4 years

Skipper has had a rough start in life. A stray, he entered the shelter with non-contagious mange as well as a front leg that was fractured in two plac…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

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Photo of Lakona, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Lakona

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 2 years

Follow Kona’s adventures on Instagram @foster_gma_abcr Lakona (Kona) was surrendered to our partner vet in March 2025 as a puppy to be euthanized afte…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of King, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

King

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 5 years

King was surrendered in MS last year with his sister by owners who had to move and were not able to safely keep them, so they opted to find a rescue. …

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Willow, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Willow

Border Collie • Female • Medium • 1 year

Willow is a BC mix pup found as a stray in Fort Worth in June 2025. She appears to be a large border collie/Pap mix, about 23 lbs and 17 1/2 in tall. …

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Whisky, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Whisky

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 2 years

Whisky is a sweet red and white smooth coat that was likely dumped by the same breeder that had previously abandoned several other BCSAVE alumni (BB, …

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

Photo of Cooper, adoptable Border Collie in Texas

Cooper

Border Collie • Male • Medium • 2 years

Meet Cooper, a 2 year old purebred red merle BC boy in Abilene TX. Cooper was rehomed about a year ago and it was discovered that Cooper's owner had s…

Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX

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.

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.