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Puppies and dogs in Texas

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Texas. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Nyla's adoption status with email updates.
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Nyla

Corgi/Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Pattison, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Nyla – The Sweet, Short-Stack Superstar! At just 9 months old (born 12/12/2024), Nyla has already overcome more than most pups ever should. Found skinny and alone at only 5 months old, she’s now safe, thriving, and ready to find the forever family she deserves. ‍ This adorable Corgi / Shepherd / Lab mix might have short legs, but she’s big on love and personality! Standing only about 17–18 inches tall and weighing around 28 lbs, Nyla is the perfect fun-sized companion—compact enough for apartment life, sturdy enough for adventures. Despite her rough start, Nyla’s heart is all love. She’s gentle, loyal, and melts into belly rubs faster than you can say “good girl.” A little shy at first, she quickly blossoms into a playful goofball once she feels safe. Nyla’s Highlights:• Spayed, 9-month-old female• Breed: Corgi / Shepherd / Lab mix• Size: 28 lbs of love, 17–18” tall• Dog- and kid-friendly! Loves playing with other pups and adores children of all ages• Crate trained and leash trained• Almost fully potty trained (she’s doing amazing with a consistent schedule!)• Knows “sit” and “wait” before meals• Food motivated – cheese is her love language • Still working on manners like “no jumping” and “no counter surfing”• LOVES tennis balls, chew toys, and being told she’s the best girl ever Nyla has a sweet, submissive personality that helps her fit beautifully into any pack. She’s currently living in a busy apartment with kids, dogs, and plenty of activity—she takes it all in stride! She can be a little vocal when excited, but she’s learning fast and absolutely loves meeting new people. Nyla may be short, but she’s long on heart. She’d thrive in a home with another friendly dog, children, or anyone who has patience and love to give. Whether you’re a first-time dog parent or a seasoned pro, Nyla’s gentle, goofy charm will win you over. Nyla is ready to bring joy, laughter, and loyalty to her forever family.If you’re looking for a smart, resilient, and endlessly loving companion, Nyla’s your girl! #AdoptNyla #BellesBudsRescue #RescueDog #ShortDogBigHeart #AdoptDontShop #SweetNyla #CorgiMix #PuppyLove ##2513677##
We'll also keep you updated on Connor's adoption status with email updates.
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Connor

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Dallas, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Connor is an adorable guy! He was found in the countryside living in a box. He had an embedded collar and he was a mess. Now that he's with Cody's, he's quickly adjusted to indoor living and his spritely personality shines through. He'd love to have a family to snuggle with! He is about 2 years old, if that, and weighs about 50 lbs. He is such a happy, silly boy who is a couch potato and cuddle bug at heart. Pictures do not do his silly personality justice (just look at that sweet snaggle-tooth smile). Everyone that meets him falls in love with him! He's playful with other dogs, great walker on a leash, and loves to run around. He'd do best in a home with a yard to get his zoomies out, and would benefit from having a calm dog to balance his belated-puppy energy! He enjoys kids and would love a family with those who are familiar with medium-large dogs. ##2606154##
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Wolfie

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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I'm new to GHGSDR. Stay tuned for more info! ##2614978##
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HUNTER

Great Pyrenees

Male, 4 yrs
San Antonio, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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We'll also keep you updated on Sid's adoption status with email updates.
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Sid

Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer

Male, 1 yr
Houston, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Sid is a 1 year old boxer mix who is a true gem. He is sweet, loving, and very calm. Sid is looking for his forever home and accepting applications available at www.savesomesouls.com Sid was rescued from a high kill shelter and went to his foster home, where he shares his life with a few doggie and kitty siblings. He gets along with everyone. He is a very chill pup, who is extremely calm for his age. He will do great in a quiet home, with or without other pets. Sid is only 45 lb, fully vetted, neutered, microchipped, heartworm negative, and is kept on heartworm and flea preventatives. He is also housebroken and crate trained. His adoption fee includes all vetting (DAPP with booster, Bordetella, Rabies vaccine, multiple broad spectrum deworming treatments, spay/neuter surgery and recovery, heartworm and flea prevention), a microchip with free lifetime registration, a high quality Harness and Interstate Health Certificate for our out of state adopters. He is being fostered in Amarillo, Texas, but can travel to many states and even Canada for the right home. Yards, if any, MUST BE adequately and fully fenced to adopt our pups. We do not accept electric or underground fences. To meet this sweet pup via facetime or whatsapp or other video chat apps, please send a completed application form via www.savesomesouls.com Our dogs are fully assessed by foster parents, vets and behaviorists, as well as videos and video chats are available to observe their manners in public. We are extremely transparent and like to share everything negative and positive with the adopters, to ensure it's a good fit and they are not returned to us, as the trips are very stressful on them. We need the parents to be patient and compassionate towards the changes that these pups are undergoing, being taken away from a home they came to know as their own to a new environment. 3-3-3 Rule of Adoption must be followed at all times to make adoption successful. Houston is home to million strays, many who are abandoned, many born on the streets, many who escaped while living in the yard, which is common in Texas. Since our rescue does not get grants that shelters get, we use adoption fee to help the pups and kitties in our care. Your adoption fee goes towards vetting and feeding our long term and permanent fosters, and unadoptable pups, as well as towards the monthly care and preventatives etc of our pets. By adopting one pup from our rescue, you make room for another dog to be rescued from our high kill shelter, thus becoming an integral part of our mission to save as many unfortunate dogs off the streets and shelters as possible. So Thank You for choosing to rescue, and not go to a breeder.
We'll also keep you updated on Dodger's adoption status with email updates.
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Dodger

American Bulldog

Male, Adult
San Antonio, TX
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Name: Dodger Breed: American Bulldog Good With: Kids, dogs, cats Not a Good Fit For: Homes with farm animals (chickens, livestock) Dodger is a loving, loyal American Bulldog who is looking for a new forever home. He has a great temperament and enjoys lying around. He enjoys being part of a family, spending time with his people, and living as an indoor companion. Dodger is affectionate, well-socialized, and thrives in a structured home environment. He would do best in a non-farm setting or a home without free-roaming livestock, as he does not do well with farm animals such as chickens. Dodger would do great in a household with kids (youth), other pets oran an only pet and would be a perfect companion for someone looking for a dependable, loving dog. If you or someone you know can provide Dodger with a loving home, he will return that love tenfold

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Shelters & rescues in Texas

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Texas. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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St. Frances' Angels

3737 Clayhead Road, Richmond, TX 77469

Pet Types: dogs

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Fort Bend County Animal Services

1210 Blume Road, Rosenberg, TX 77471

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rebecca's Rescue

Rosenberg, TX 77471

Pet Types: dogs

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Bella's Blessings

Rosenberg, TX 77471

Pet Types: dogs

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Saving Our Companion Animals - Fort Bend County

PO BOX 1595, ROSENBERG, TX 77471

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Anchors Aweigh Animal Rescue

Richmond, TX 77406

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Houston Eskimo Rescue

PO Box 768, Richmond, TX 77406

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dude's Animal Ranch And Sanctuary Inc

Richmond, TX 77406

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pei People - TX Houston

Houston, TX 77407

Pet Types: dogs

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Furry Friends Animal Aid

Richmond, TX 77407

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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