10+ years
MAX
MAX is a small male Shih Tzu senior at Dallas Animal Services in Dallas, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior Shih Tzu dogs in Texas
Senior Shih Tzu dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 8 adoptable senior Shih Tzu dogs (age 7+) in Texas. Each one is from a shelter or rescue and ready for a calm, loving home.
Older Shih Tzus 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 Shih Tzu in Texas means welcoming a calm, grateful companion who can settle in from day one.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
10+ years
SADIE
SADIE is a senior female Shih Tzu, small, at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
ZOEY
ZOEY is a small female Shih Tzu senior located in Houston, TX at the City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care. Senior dogs make wonderful…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
10+ years
Otis
Meet Otis! Looking for a little dog with a big personality? Meet Otis, an adorable 1-year-old Shih Tzu mix who is ready to find a loving forever home!…
Trinity GAP Club • Euless, TX
10+ years
MOOSEY
MOOSEY is a senior female Shih Tzu. She is a small dog at Plano Animal Shelter in Plano, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Plano Animal Shelter • Plano, TX
Senior confirmed
Chester
Meet Chester – proof that second chances can change everything. ❤️ At 7 years old, Chester is here to remind everyone that age is just a number. Don’t…
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
Senior confirmed
Queenie
This majestic little lady is QUEENIE She is 9 years young and 7 pounds and a great little toy Shih Tzu that you can hold and cuddle and take on errand…
Roxy's K-9 Rescue • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Teddy VII (New Digs)
Meet Teddy 🐾 Teddy is an 11-year-old Shih Tzu and Poodle mix (often called a “Shih-Poo”) weighing about 20 pounds — the perfect medium-small size for…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
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Adopting a senior Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzu 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 Shih Tzus in one place so they're easier to find.
Are there always senior Shih Tzu dogs available in Texas?
Availability changes often as dogs are adopted and new ones are listed. If you don't see a senior Shih Tzu in Texas right now, check back soon or browse nearby states — new dogs are added regularly.
Can I adopt a senior Shih Tzu 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.
Know a senior Shih Tzu in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.