Senior confirmed
Ruthine
Est DOB 11/01/18 Current weight ~ 10 lbs This dog is heartworm positive but please do not rule him/her out because of it. There's a treatment that is …
Mutts & Meows Animal Rescue • Missouri City, TX
Senior Chihuahua dogs in Texas
Senior Chihuahua dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 65 adoptable senior Chihuahua dogs (age 7+) in Texas. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Chihuahuas 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 Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua dogs in Texas
65 senior Chihuahua dogs available in Texas.
Senior confirmed
Noveno
Est DOB 6/01/18 Current weight ~ 11 lbs; Loves to go on walks This dog is heartworm positive but please do not rule him/her out because of it. There's…
Mutts & Meows Animal Rescue • Missouri City, TX
Senior confirmed
Darshan
Est DOB 07/01/17 Current weight ~ 15 lbs This dog is heartworm positive but please do not rule him/her out because of it. There's a treatment that is …
Mutts & Meows Animal Rescue • Missouri City, TX
10+ years
Chips
San Antonio Humane Society • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
A2098392
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
10+ years
A2098400
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
A2098391
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
A2098389
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Shadow
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Chiquita
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
Susan
Hi everyone, My name is Susan! I came to the shelter after our beloved human passed away. Losing my dad has been hard, and shelter life is especially …
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
A2098387
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
A2098399
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Speedy
Meet Speedy loves belly rubs, short walks and enjoys falling asleep in your lap. He is great on a leash and will welcome anyone who wants to pet him! …
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Carrieann
Looking for a professional coach potato/snuggle parter? Look no further! Hello, my name is Carrieann! I found myself at the shelter and I am sure I ha…
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
10+ years
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Griffin
Griffin is a 10 year old Chihuahua mix. He weighs a bit more than most Chihs-20 pounds. He is good with other dogs and with cats too. Griffin does not…
Tejas Rescued Pet Adoptions • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Eva
EVA is as sweet as they come. It's obvious that in her previous eight years of life, she was deeply loved. If you let her, she would happily stay in y…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
10+ years
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Rosebud
Est DOB 8/01/19 Current weight ~ 10 lbs This dog is heartworm positive but please do not rule him/her out because of it. There's a treatment that is n…
Mutts & Meows Animal Rescue • Missouri City, TX
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Peanut
Peanut is a sweet little senior chihuahua who lost his human parents and the son asked us if we could take him and his fur brother because he didn't w…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Ella 26-09-095
Bastrop County Animal Services • Bastrop, TX
Senior confirmed
Trooper
Cuddle bud · Foster Needed · Would Prefers Older More Respectful Kids
Weatherford Wags • Weatherford, TX
Senior confirmed
Milky Way
Hi, I’m Milky Way. I’m a senior boy, and I’ve been through a pretty big change in my life. I came to rescue with my sister, Rosette, after our beloved…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior confirmed
Rosette
Hi, I’m Rosette, and I’m looking for my very own special person. I’m an older girl, and life has changed a lot for me. I came to rescue with my brothe…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
At Risk
Killer
All of our adoptable animals are up to date on routine vaccinations, microchipped and spayed or neutered. If the animal is too young a certificate for…
Texarkana Animal League • Texarkana, TX
Senior confirmed
Angel
Angel is as sweet as her name. She was found as a stray during a storm, and sadly, no one ever came looking for her. Now, after everything she has bee…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior confirmed
Bailey
Nacogdoches Animal Services and Adoption Center • Nacogdoches, TX
Senior confirmed
Rose
Rose was saved from the streets of Laredo. She was being fostered by a good Samaritan who tried to socialize her, but had trouble getting her out of t…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
10+ years
Bambi "Grandma"
Meet Bambi, the tiny grandma with opinions, sass, and a heart bigger than her 9 pound body! Bambi is 15 years old and fully convinced she runs the wor…
Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society (CLASS) • Canyon Lake, TX
Senior Chihuahua dogs in other states
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Adopting a senior Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua 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 Chihuahuas in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Chihuahua dogs available in Texas?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Chihuahua in Texas right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.