Senior confirmed
Bruno de Mexico
saverockythegreatdane.org • Bullard, TX
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 841–870 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
Redd
Meet Redd, a 9-year-old neutered male American Pit Bull Terrier with a stunning white and blue coat and the sweetest, most soulful eyes! This affectio…
The Colony TX Animal Services • The Colony, TX
Senior confirmed
Marlee (Forever Foster)
If you have questions specifically about Marlee, please email us at info@abtrr.org. While we do have a phone number, we have a very small volunteer ba…
American Boston Terrier Rescue • Little Elm, TX
Senior confirmed
Whiskey
San Antonio Humane Society • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
Munches
Munches is a very handsome, medium-sized boy who is discovering that the world can be a pretty wonderful place when you have a friend by your side. Wh…
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter • Georgetown, TX
10+ years
Ghost
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Rex
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
Marge
Marge, along with her pal, Homer, was rescued when they were found roaming out in the middle of the country. She is very sweet and gets along well wit…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Senior confirmed
Ross
Hi, my name is Ross. I was surrendered when my previous owners had to move and I wasn’t accepted there because I’m a “bully” breed. Straydog came to t…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Senior confirmed
Shego
Meet Shego, a beautiful 7-year-old spayed female black Pit Bull with a sweet, gentle personality and a whole lot of love to give! This affectionate gi…
The Colony TX Animal Services • The Colony, TX
Senior confirmed
10+ years
Gracie
Gracie was rescued along with her brother Beau when their owner abandoned them at the veterinarian’s office. She had some minor health issues, but wit…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Beau
Beau was rescued when he and his sister were relinquished to our local veterinarian with some minor health issues. We supplied Beau with love and care…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Senior confirmed
Drax
Drax was rescued along with his brother Groot from a hoarder who died, and left 26 dogs living outside in terrible conditions. He was one of the 6 dog…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
Senior confirmed
Groot
Groot was rescued, along with his brother Drax, from a hoarder who died and left 26 dogs outside in terrible living conditions. He is one of the 6 dog…
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Balthazar
11 year old male Story11-year-old Balthazar is a playful fawn 31-pound gentleman who perfectly balances playful curiosity with laid-back charm. Baltha…
DFW Pug Rescue • Grapevine, TX
Senior confirmed
Billy The Kid
My name is Billy The Kid, but the folks at Straydog just call me BTK. I was dumped at the shelter in a crate in very bad condition. I had skin issues …
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
10+ years
Darlene
Meet Darlene, the newest arrival to CTDR. Sweet Darlene found herself in Rescue after her owner could no longer take care of her due to long work hour…
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue • Humble, TX
Senior confirmed
Maxwell Cooper
Maxwell Cooper is a cute little 7 year old dachshund and chihuahua mix. He is white with some red, short hair. He weighs about 9 lbs. Max's owner pass…
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Leo
Leo is a gentleman who walks well on a leash, which he hopes will get him an opportunity to go for a walk with you. In addition to walks, he enjoys ac…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Milo
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Ren
Ren is a very energetic boy who loves to play ball and absolutely loves the water. He is a little anxious around new people, but once he gets to know …
Straydog Inc • Gun Barrel City, TX
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Benji
Meet Benji, the epitome of cuteness with those adorable ears that will steal your heart! This smart and strong pup is friendly and playful with kids a…
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter • Georgetown, TX
10+ years
Skipper Drei
Skipper Drei is a 11 year old dachshund and chihuahua mix (chi-weenie). He is red and weighs 12 pounds. Skipper came to Diamond Dachshund Rescue with …
Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas • San Antonio, 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.