10+ years
Senior dogs in Texas
Senior dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 951 adoptable senior dogs (age 7+) in Texas. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready to give an older dog's quiet, grateful love. Showing 751–780 of 951 below.
Last updated November 9, 2026 at 1:47 AM EST. Listings refresh throughout the day. Always confirm a dog’s availability with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
Senior dogs — age 7 and up — wait far longer for homes than puppies, even though they're usually already house-trained, past the chewing stage, and happy to nap at your feet. Adopting an older dog in Texas means you typically know their size, temperament, and energy level from day one: fewer surprises, and a grateful companion who settles in fast. Right now the senior dogs listed in Texas include Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed, and Chihuahua, spread across 68 cities and 105 shelters and rescues. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
105 shelters and rescues in Texas currently list senior dogs on Lily's Second 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.
Available senior dogs in Texas
951 senior dogs available in Texas.
Senior confirmed
Phoenix IV
10/23/2026 Phoenix IV is an owner surrender looking for a new home. Hi! My name is Phoenix IV! I am a beautiful 7.5 year old fawn girl that is an owne…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
Senior confirmed
Grandma
Galveston County Animal Resource Center • Texas City, TX
Senior confirmed
Pipsqueak
saverockythegreatdane.org • Bullard, TX
Senior confirmed
Lily
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Jonah
saverockythegreatdane.org • Jacksonville, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
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
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
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
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
Senior confirmed
Kasim
Kasim: A Gentle Companion Ready for His Forever Home Kasim is a distinguished 6-to-7-year-old male Boxer weighing approximately 51 pounds. With his st…
Austin Boxer Rescue • Austin, TX
Senior confirmed
Jamie
Meet Jamie! Jamie is a friendly, low energy, 7 yr old, 85 pounds, male Great Pyrenees. He is a medical rescue that came to SPIN Rescue struggling with…
Saving Pyrs In Need • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Stella Louise
Introducing Stella Louise! The name Stella means "Star" and she certainly wants to be the Star of the Show! She loves attention, belly rubs and lots o…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Winston Flynn
Meet Winston Flynn! Winston. but goes by the name Shorty, is a sweet 14-year-old Black & Tan Dachshund who loves exploring the yard, soaking up the su…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Hazel
Hazel and Thorin are a sweet senior duo - Hazel is Thorin mom, so they have been together his whole life. They are doing well and very sweet. They lov…
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Thorin
Hazel and Thorin are a sweet senior duo - Hazel is Thorin mom, so they have been together his whole life. They are doing well and very sweet. They lov…
North Texas Basset Hound Rescue, Inc. • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Scotty 6-3-26
Tracy's Paws Rescue - Texas • Bulverde, TX
Senior confirmed
Wyatt
Wyatt joined BCSAVE in May 2020 with several dogs who were living in ETX in pretty bad conditions. The owner was a man who we believe was mentally han…
Border Collie Save & Rescue (BCSAVE) • TX
Senior confirmed
Daisy Mae
Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society (CLASS) • Canyon Lake, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Remi
Meet Remi After 11 years with her family, Remi was returned back to us. At her age, she deserves a quiet, loving home where she can spend her senior y…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Flower
Galveston County Animal Resource Center • Texas City, TX
Senior confirmed
Winx
8 year old female Story8-year-old Winx is a sweet, gentle 12-pound fawn girl with a heart full of love! This tiny Velcro pug is blind, but her remarka…
DFW Pug Rescue • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior dogs in Texas by breed
Senior dogs in Texas by city
Shelters & rescues with senior dogs in Texas
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
- Dallas Pets Alive (opens in a new tab) — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- San Antonio Animal Care Services (opens in a new tab) — San Antonio, Texas · See San Antonio Animal Care Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (opens in a new tab) — Georgetown, Texas · See Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care (opens in a new tab) — Houston, Texas · See City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Montgomery County Animal Service Center (opens in a new tab) — Conroe, Texas · See Montgomery County Animal Service Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weatherford Wags (opens in a new tab) — Weatherford, Texas · See Weatherford Wags’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Garland Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Garland, Texas · See Garland Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Pets Alive (opens in a new tab) — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Austin Boxer Rescue (opens in a new tab) — Hewitt, Texas · See Austin Boxer Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Harris County Pets (opens in a new tab) — Houston, Texas · See Harris County Pets’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter (opens in a new tab) — Waco, Texas · See Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- A Doggie 4 You (opens in a new tab) — Pipe Creek, Texas · See A Doggie 4 You’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Corpus Christi Animal Care (opens in a new tab) — Corpus Christi, Texas · See City of Corpus Christi Animal Care’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Grand Prairie Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Grand Prairie, Texas · See Grand Prairie Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Straydog Inc (opens in a new tab) — Gun Barrel City, Texas · See Straydog Inc’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- The City of Pasadena, Texas (opens in a new tab) — Pasadena, Texas · See The City of Pasadena, Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Fort Bend County Animal Services (opens in a new tab) — Rosenberg, Texas · See Fort Bend County Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Harris County Pets (opens in a new tab) — Houston, Texas · See Harris County Pets’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Houston Humane Society (opens in a new tab) — Houston, Texas · See Houston Humane Society’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Plano Animal Shelter (opens in a new tab) — Plano, Texas · See Plano Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Recycled Pomeranians and Schipperkes (opens in a new tab) — Garland, Texas · See Recycled Pomeranians and Schipperkes’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- San Antonio Animal Care Services (opens in a new tab) — San Antonio, Texas · See San Antonio Animal Care Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Central Texas Dachshund Rescue (opens in a new tab) — Humble, Texas · See Central Texas Dachshund Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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.
Senior dogs in other states
Adopting a senior dog 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 dog in Texas?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them, then use the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Lily's Second Chance gathers senior dogs in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local group.
How much does it cost to adopt a senior dog in Texas?
Adoption fees vary by organization, but senior dogs are frequently discounted or sponsored because they wait the longest. Many rescues also begin any needed medical care before adoption. The dog's profile or the shelter can confirm the current fee.
Are senior dogs harder to care for?
Usually not. Older dogs are typically calmer and already trained, which makes the first weeks far easier than with a puppy. Some have age-related needs like a special diet or joint support, and the listing or shelter will tell you what to expect.
Can I adopt a senior 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 within Texas for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them directly how their process works.
What should I expect in the first weeks after adopting a senior dog in Texas?
Senior dogs usually settle in faster than puppies because they're already past the most demanding stage. Expect a brief adjustment period — they may be shy at first, then relax into their personality. A consistent routine, a comfortable spot to rest, and patience are usually all it takes.
Can I foster a senior dog in Texas instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Texas offer foster programs — sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can try the match before committing. Fostering is especially valuable for senior dogs because it gets them 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 senior dogs good with children or other pets in a Texas home?
Many senior dogs are calm, gentle, and well-suited to family life — but it depends on the individual dog more than anything else. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you their specific history with children, cats, and other dogs before you apply. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
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 dog in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.