Senior confirmed
DRAX
DRAX is a large male German Shepherd Dog / Husky senior at Plano Animal Shelter in Plano, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Plano Animal Shelter • Plano, TX
Senior dogs in Texas
Senior dogs for adoption in Texas
Meet 852 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 271–300 of 852 below.
Last updated July 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM EDT. Listings refresh automatically, usually every 12 hours.
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.
Available senior dogs in Texas
Senior confirmed
MAXIMUS
Maximus is a laid-back and social guy who seems to enjoy the company of other dogs in a gentle way. From our volunteer observations, he can be a bit t…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
THEODOSIA
THEODOSIA is a senior female German Shepherd Dog (large) at Grand Prairie Animal Services in Grand Prairie, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
Senior confirmed
ISIS
ISIS is a small senior female American Staffordshire Terrier at Grand Prairie Animal Services in Grand Prairie, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
10+ years
MABLE
Mable is a beautiful 10YO who's looking for a fresh start after heartbreak. After losing both of her owners, she's now searching for a new family to s…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
10+ years
MAMA
MAMA is a senior female Chihuahua (small) located at Dallas Animal Services in Dallas, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Jack
This dog is in a foster home in San Antonio, TX. Prospective adopters must be able to travel to San Antonio to complete the adoption process. Please a…
San Antonio Great Dane Rescue • PIPE CREEK, TX
10+ years
Pope (New Digs)
Meet Pope – Your Adventure Buddy & Couch Companion 🐾 Pope is a handsome, affectionate 4.5-year-old, 60 lb Heeler/Great Pyrenees mix with a heart of g…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Ozark
❤️ Hi, I’m Ozark! ❤️ I’m a 3-year-old, 53-pound sweetheart searching for a forever family to call my own. While I can be a little reserved when we fir…
Friends of Rescue Animals • Rowlett, TX
Senior confirmed
Laverne and Shirley
Happy, loyal and active Bonded pair of Maltipoos looking for a Maltipoo experienced family. Please contact us to submit an application directly at Kzy…
L&S Dog Diggity Rescue • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
Charlie
Meet Charlie, a sweet 10-year-old Yorkshire Terrier with a gentle heart and lots of love to give. Charlie is a handsome black and tan boy who weighs a…
Yorkie Rescue Houston • Spring, TX
Senior confirmed
PATCH
PATCH is a male Parson Russell Terrier, a medium-sized senior at Garland Animal Services in Garland, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Garland Animal Services • Garland, TX
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PRINCESS
Princess is a calm and social dog who seems to enjoy gentle interactions with others. From our volunteer observations, she walks well on leash and app…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
10+ years
Corey
~~Although we do our very best to make sure your new pup is in tiptop health before adoption, things could drastically change a month later. Since we …
Recycled Pomeranians and Schipperkes • Garland, TX
10+ years
JOII
JOII is a large female Labrador Retriever, a senior, at Plano Animal Shelter in Plano, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Plano Animal Shelter • Plano, TX
10+ years
Luke III (New Digs)
Meet Luke– The most calm 2 yr old, 40lb Staffordshire/Basset hound you'll meet. Luke is very chill, laid-back and loves hugs and kisses. Luke is crate…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
10+ years
RAY
RAY is a senior male Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, at Grand Prairie Animal Services in Grand Prairie, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful…
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
Senior confirmed
Senior confirmed
Rover
BREED-Terrier Mix; SEX-Male; SIZE-Small; WEIGHT-13 lbs.; AGE-Approximately 1 Year; SPAY/NEUTER-Yes; HOUSETRAINED-Currently Uses Doggie Door; GOOD WITH…
Lost Paws Rescue of Texas • Carrollton, TX
Senior confirmed
KALI
Meet Kali, an 8-year-old girl with a laid-back and social personality! From our volunteer observations, Kali seems to enjoy greeting other dogs and en…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
At Risk
THOR
Thor is a sweet senior gentleman with the perfect mix of adventure buddy and cuddle companion. From our volunteer observations, he walks beautifully o…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
At Risk
SONY
Meet Sony, a 7-year-old who tends to be calm and relaxed around people and other dogs. From our observations, Sony seems to enjoy gentle interactions …
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
Smokey
Hi! I’m Smokey, a playful and happy‑go‑lucky 7‑year‑old Boston Terrier boy with the heart of a puppy. I weigh 26 pounds, and I pack every ounce of tha…
Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas • Plano, TX
Senior confirmed
RUFFLES
I am heartworm positive but my treatment is included with my adoption fee and will be administered at the shelter!
Grand Prairie Animal Services • Grand Prairie, TX
10+ years
Miss Margaret
Introducing.... Miss Margaret! This is the sweetest little chihuahua you will ever encounter - except at the vet:) She really doesn't like strangers m…
Second Chance Pets • League City, TX
10+ years
Draco
Draco came to us with another dog named Harley after spending years in the same home. He’s now adjusting to shelter life and looking for a fresh start…
Town of Little Elm-Animal Services • Little Elm, TX
Senior confirmed
SUGAR
SUGAR is a senior female Labrador Retriever, a large dog at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companio…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
10+ years
ROCKET
ROCKET is a senior male Rat Terrier, medium-sized, located in Conroe, TX at Montgomery County Animal Service Center. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
Luke
Meet Luke Some dogs leave paw prints on your heart the moment you meet them. Luke is one of those dogs. At 7 years old, Luke is the definition of gent…
Justice for Samson Animal Rescue • Orange Grove, TX
Senior confirmed
Lady
Tune in to our Facebook page (Great Pyrenees Rescue Society - GPRS) every Sunday at 3pm CT to see our dogs LIVE! You can also find previous episodes o…
Great Pyrenees Rescue Society • Spring, TX
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.
- Austin Pets Alive! — Austin, Texas · See Austin Pets Alive!’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- San Antonio Animal Care Services — San Antonio, Texas · See San Antonio Animal Care Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Pets Alive — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter — Georgetown, Texas · See Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Animal Services — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care — Houston, Texas · See City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Montgomery County Animal Service Center — Conroe, Texas · See Montgomery County Animal Service Center’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weatherford Wags — Weatherford, Texas · See Weatherford Wags’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Garland Animal Services — Garland, Texas · See Garland Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- L&S Dog Diggity Rescue — San Antonio, Texas · See L&S Dog Diggity Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter — Waco, Texas · See Humane Society of Central Texas/City of Waco Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Straydog Inc — Gun Barrel City, Texas · See Straydog Inc’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Grand Prairie Animal Services — Grand Prairie, Texas · See Grand Prairie Animal Services’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Austin Boxer Rescue — Hewitt, Texas · See Austin Boxer Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas — Plano, Texas · See Boston Terrier Rescue of North Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Central Texas Dachshund Rescue — Humble, Texas · See Central Texas Dachshund Rescue’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- A Doggie 4 You — Pipe Creek, Texas · See A Doggie 4 You’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Dallas Pets Alive — Dallas, Texas · See Dallas Pets Alive’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- The City of Pasadena, Texas — Pasadena, Texas · See The City of Pasadena, Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Weatherford Wags — Weatherford, Texas · See Weatherford Wags’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas — San Antonio, Texas · See Diamond Dachshund Rescue of Texas’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Plano Animal Shelter — Plano, Texas · See Plano Animal Shelter’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Voice for Animals Rescue and Sanctuary — Kempner, Texas · See Voice for Animals Rescue and Sanctuary’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
- Baytown Animal Care and Control — Baytown, Texas · See Baytown Animal Care and Control’s senior dogs on Lily's Second Chance
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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.
Know a senior dog in Texas who needs a home?
Shelters and rescues can list adoptable senior dogs for free.