10+ years
Hudson
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior Border Collie dogs in Texas
Senior Border Collie dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 21 adoptable senior Border Collie dogs (age 7+) in Texas. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Border Collies in Texas are often passed over for puppies, yet they're usually house-trained, settled in temperament, and ready to bond right away — and because they're fully grown, you already know their size and personality. Adopting a senior Border Collie in Texas means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated October 18, 2026 at 8:44 AM EDT. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Available senior Border Collie dogs in Texas
21 senior Border Collie dogs available in Texas.
Senior confirmed
King
Voice for Animals Rescue and Sanctuary • Kempner, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Mauer
Mauer is a 7.5 year old collie/lab mix. She is very affectionate and loves to run, play fetch and most of all, go on walks. She knows all basic comman…
Trinity GAP Club • Euless, TX
Senior confirmed
Willow
Happy, affectionate and playful Border Collie/Lab mix looking for a nice family with another dog. Please contact us to submit an application directly …
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Maggie
Maggie may have spent time on her own, but she’s off to a great start getting to know all her new friends. She’s met both big dogs and little dogs, an…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Tallie
Meet Tallie, a sweet and gentle girl who is just looking for someone to show her that the world isn't such a scary place. While she can be a little sh…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Hunter
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Julie
Julie is the definition of easygoing. This gorgeous girl has a calm, gentle nature and a whole lot of love to give. She’s great on a leash, and very e…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
Senior confirmed
Dainty
Dainty is likely a Border Collie/ Terrier (?) mix. Dainty was a stray captured in the Weatherford area. She was heartworm positive at the time she was…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Abigail
Abigail (aka Abby) is one of six feral, BYB pups who joined us in 2021. All unsocialized and heartworm+, Abby has come so far and is ready for a speci…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Sassy
Sassy is a BC female who was rescued by a Good Samaritan several years ago after Sassy had been at the vet for injuries related to falling out of a tr…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Lindy Hop
Lindy (as in Lindy Hop because she’s so bouncy) is mix girl, we think maybe with pointer or even some sort of sighthound. Whatever Lindy is mixed with…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Dixie
Hi there... I'm Dixie. I'm quite literally the best girl, according to the staff and volunteers here at the rescue. About me: I LOVE the water—I could…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
10+ years
Banjo
Banjo is a sweet Border Collie Mix born in 2013. He is very smart and loves to play. His beautiful soft coat will not require much maintenance - just …
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Peter Parker
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
10+ years
Milan
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
10+ years
Kodiak
Sierra's K9 Rescue and Rehab • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior confirmed
Heartland No. 93 (Missy)
Missy is very timid. She cannot be kept in a pen, she either digs out or crawls over. She is content with her own dog house next to the dog/puppy pens…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Reese
Reese is a sweet and charming 7 year old purebred BC. He loves to cuddle and bonds deeply with his people. His favorite thing is playing with toys - h…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
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Adopting a senior Border Collie in Texas — FAQ
What counts as a senior dog?
Most shelters and vets consider a dog "senior" around age 7, though large breeds often age sooner and small breeds a little later. Every dog listed here is 7 years or older.
How do I adopt a senior Border Collie in Texas?
Open any dog's profile to see the shelter or rescue caring for them in Texas, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance simply gathers senior Border Collies in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Border Collie dogs available in Texas?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Border Collie in Texas right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Border Collie from Texas if I live elsewhere?
Often, yes. Many rescues and shelters in Texas arrange or help coordinate transport for the right adopter, while others prefer a local meet-and-greet first. Open a dog's profile and ask the organization directly how their out-of-area adoption process works.
Guides to help you decide
Getting started
Why Adopt a Senior Dog? 7 Reasons Older Dogs Make Wonderful Companions
Senior dogs are often calm, house-trained, and overlooked at shelters. Here are seven honest reasons an older dog may be the best companion you ever bring home.
6 min readUnderstanding ageHow Old Is a "Senior" Dog? Senior Age by Breed and Size
A dog is not "old" at the same age across the board — size and breed change everything. Here is how to tell when a dog becomes a senior, and what it means for care.
5 min readCare & healthCaring for a Senior Dog: Health, Diet, and Everyday Comfort
How to keep an older dog healthy and comfortable — vet care, senior-appropriate diet, joint and dental health, exercise, and simple home adjustments that make a big difference.
8 min readKnow a senior Border Collie in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.