Senior dogs in Texas
Meet 602 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 151–180 of 602 below.
Last updated September 24, 2026 at 4:22 PM EDT. 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. Always confirm availability and adoption requirements directly with the shelter or rescue.
98 shelters and rescues in Texas currently list senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance.
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.
602 senior dogs available in Texas.
Okay folks, we have a must see girl here, and she needs to leave theshelter ASAP!Why? Because she's too precious to be anywhere other than in a home o…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Meet Nani! Nani is a sweet, easygoing girl around seven years old who’s looking for a loving home to call her own. She has a calm, chill personality a…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
LOCATION: Heath, TexasDOB: 11/26/2014 (Estimate)Hatch is a kind, loving Great Dane mix with a soft soul and a big heart. Estimated to be around eight …
SRGDRR Inc aka Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab • Bullard, TX
Precious is a laid-back and social gal who seems to enjoy the company of other dogs! From our volunteer observations, she approached with a wagging ta…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Meet Tatum, a 10-yr-old, 18 lb. puppy at heart with the sweetest eyes! Loves to play with toysLikes to be brushedDoes not act his ageKnows `sit`Very t…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Quick as a whip this dog! Shadow Shae is a 50-pound Labrador Retriever that has plenty of energy at the age of 7. She gets the zoomies then lays at yo…
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
Age: 8 years Weight: 46 lbs Good with dogs: Dog selective Good with cats: Yes Good with kids: Yes Activity level: Medium Shedding: Medium Vocal level:…
Duck Team 6 Street Dog Rescue • Dallas, TX
Eva is doing great in her foster home! She is potty trained, crate trained, and laid back in the home. She does love to be your emotional support pup …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Jed is a sweet dog who appears to be a Labrador Retriever mix (maybe part Rottweiler). He loves people. Born about 2013, Jed is calm with visitors. He…
Home At Last Animal Haven • Godley, TX
Available for foster or foster to adopt** Hi I'm KangaRoo but you can call me Roo or RooRoo if you like. My foster mom says I am the sweetest girl tha…
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
Ace is a bright little ray of sunshine—happy, friendly, and bursting with personality. He gets along great with dogs and cats and hasn’t shown even a …
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Location: Boston, MAMeet BonnieBonnie needs somewhere to land. This beautiful 7-year-old girl is currently in boarding, and we urgently need to find h…
SRGDRR Inc aka Save Rocky the Great Dane Rescue and Rehab • Bullard, TX
Meet Cow (A2073899)! Don't let the name fool you—Cow is the sweetest girl you'll ever meet! This happy pup loves spending time outdoors, soaking up be…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Help Cane Get the Care He Deserves ??Meet Cane, a sweet dog who has been facing several ongoing medical challenges and needs compassionate support. Ca…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
My name is Ember and I'm a Staffie mix. I am sweet girl that likes to go for long walks, cuddle with my human, & play with my doggy friends. I absolut…
Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County • Rosenberg, TX
Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter • Waco, TX
These organizations currently have at least one adoptable senior dog listed on Lily's Second Chance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.
