Senior confirmed
PIP
PIP is a medium-sized female 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 481–510 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
SIA
SIA is a senior female Labrador Retriever, medium size, at City of Corpus Christi Animal Care in Corpus Christi, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compan…
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
At Risk
HEINZ
Heinz is a rough and rowdy boy who loves to play with other dogs through wrestling and physical interaction! From our volunteer observations, he tends…
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
KATANA
Katana is a calm and friendly girl who seems to enjoy the company of other dogs in a laid-back way. From our volunteer observations, she's social and …
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
BRAYDEN
BRAYDEN is a small male Dutch Shepherd senior at The City of Pasadena, Texas in Pasadena, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
The City of Pasadena, Texas • Pasadena, TX
Senior confirmed
Angel
All Dallas Pets Alive adoptable pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines upon adoption. The standard minimum donation for…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
CELIA
CELIA is a senior female Staffordshire Bull Terrier, medium size, located at the City of Houston Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care in Houston, TX. …
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
At Risk
Willie
Willie is a sweet older guy who deserves a second chance. He was found as a stray and taken to a city shelter, where he unfortunately ended up on the …
A Doggie 4 You • Pipe Creek, TX
10+ years
DAISY
DAISY is a senior female Golden Retriever, large size, currently at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful …
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
10+ years
LIL BIT
LIL BIT is a senior female Chihuahua, small in size, located at Dallas Animal Services in Dallas, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
Dallas Animal Services • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
BARBIE
BARBIE is a senior female American Staffordshire Terrier, medium-sized, currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
GREG
GREG is a senior male Terrier, medium size, currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
KUNG LAO
KUNG LAO is a senior male Husky, medium size, located in San Antonio, TX at San Antonio Animal Care Services. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
BUCK
BUCK is a large, senior male American Bulldog / Plott Hound at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compani…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
CALLIOPE
CALLIOPE is a senior female Rottweiler, large, located at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful companions.
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
REGGIE
Meet REGGIE, a senior male Rhodesian Ridgeback of medium size at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful compa…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
10+ years
MAYA
Maya is a gentle senior that is potty trained, knows sit and can be left alone without being crated. She gets along with all animals such as dogs and …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
MILO
Milo is a delightful well-behaved pup! He rides in the car well but might need a little help getting up into an SUV or truck. He takes treats gently a…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
BEAR
Notes from Bear's foster: `Hi, I’m Bear! Don’t let my shyness or my age fool you. I may take a little time to warm up to new people and environments, …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
AMMO
AMMO is a senior male Staffordshire Bull Terrier, large, currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful …
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
Senior confirmed
LYRIC
LYRIC is a medium-sized female German Shepherd Dog, a senior currently at San Antonio Animal Care Services in San Antonio, TX. Senior dogs make wonder…
San Antonio Animal Care Services • San Antonio, TX
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ZEUS
ZEUS is a senior male Boxer, medium size, located in Rosenberg, TX at Fort Bend County Animal Services. Senior dogs like ZEUS make wonderful companion…
Fort Bend County Animal Services • Rosenberg, TX
Senior confirmed
DAISY
DAISY is a senior female Labrador Retriever of medium size at City of Corpus Christi Animal Care in Corpus Christi, TX. Senior dogs make wonderful com…
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
Senior confirmed
Krispy Kreme
All HSDC, Humane Society of Dallas County, adoptable pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines upon adoption. The standard…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
PATTY CAKE
PATTY CAKE is a female Labrador Retriever, medium-sized senior located in Corpus Christi, TX at the City of Corpus Christi Animal Care. Senior dogs ma…
City of Corpus Christi Animal Care • Corpus Christi, TX
Senior confirmed
BINDI
BINDI is a senior female Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler, medium size, at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs make wo…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
10+ years
ROBIN
ROBIN is a medium-sized male German Shepherd Dog, listed as an adult (senior) at Montgomery County Animal Service Center in Conroe, TX. Senior dogs ma…
Montgomery County Animal Service Center • Conroe, TX
Senior confirmed
HALO
HALO is a senior female Great Pyrenees, a large dog in Houston, TX. She is at the City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care. Senior dogs m…
City of Houston, Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care • Houston, TX
Senior confirmed
Wally
Wally VI is a sweet and gentle teenage male pup who is finally living his best life indoors! He was found living in the woods behind the Oak Cliff Wal…
Dallas Pets Alive • Dallas, TX
Senior confirmed
PRINCESS
PRINCESS is a senior female Great Pyrenees / Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler mix. She is a large dog located at Garland Animal Services in Garland…
Garland Animal Services • Garland, 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.