Athens

Puppies and dogs in Athens, Texas

Looking for a puppy or dog in Athens, Texas? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

Adopt a dog in Athens, Texas

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Athens, Texas. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Maggie

Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees

Female, 1 yr 3 mos

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Maggie! Maggie is the perfect mix of cuddly and crazy—she’ll melt into your arms one minute and be zooming around like a goofball the next! She’s full of love, full of energy, and always ready to make you smile. Whether she’s snuggling up for nap time or bouncing through playtime, Maggie brings joy wherever she goes. She comes up-to-date on all her vaccinations, and if she’s over a year old, she’ll have her rabies shot too. If she’s not fully grown yet, she won’t be spayed at adoption—we believe in waiting to avoid early spay hormone issues. As outlined in our adoption contract, she’ll need to be spayed by age 2.

Learn More

Jack

Labrador Retriever

Male, 9 yrs 3 mos

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Jack wasn’t looking for a new home—he just needed a safe place to land. One day, he appeared near our house, a little rough around the edges but with a quiet confidence that said he’d seen a lot. We think he’s around nine years old, though his spirit is still young. He was drawn to our home, likely because we already had another dog, and before long, he started hanging around more often. We fed him, gave him space, and he stayed. Our neighbors found him first and had his microchip scanned. That’s how we learned his name: Jack. But when they contacted the person listed on the chip, they were told, “We don’t have a dog.” Just like that, Jack’s past was a mystery—and his future was ours to shape. Jack quickly proved himself to be more than just a stray. He became our unofficial guard dog, always alert but never aggressive. He kept the critters at bay and even had a few run-ins with the neighbor’s donkey, earning some battle scars along the way. At one point, he was run over by a truck trailer—but somehow, Jack pulled through. Tough doesn’t even begin to describe him. Despite everything, Jack has a heart of gold. He loves people, greets everyone with a wagging tail, and has a gentle soul that shines through his rugged exterior. He’s a survivor, a protector, and a friend. As much as we love Jack, we’ve come to realize he needs more space and care than we can give. But we know he’s ready for his next chapter—with someone who sees the same strength, loyalty, and love that we do.

Learn More

Sissy

Australian Cattle Dog Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 6 mos

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Sissy, a sweet young Heeler mix just around a year old, who’s already proven to be a tough and loving mama. She was found in a ditch with her tiny puppies, doing her best to keep them safe until help arrived. Now that her babies are growing up, it’s finally her turn to find a safe, cozy place to call home. We’re helping a local lady rehome her and she needs a soft spot to land ASAP—fosters and adopters are both welcome! Sissy is great with other dogs and even cats, though she can be a little food-aggressive, so she’ll need someone patient and understanding during mealtimes. She’s got the heart of a survivor, the soul of a mama, and so much love to give. Could you be the one to give Sissy the life she’s been waiting for? * Has a scheduled spay appointment *- Cost covers microchipping

Learn More

Percy

Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, 1 yr 3 mos

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Percy! Percy is a little miracle with a big personality! He was bottle-fed as a baby, so he’s extra bonded to people—and he’s not shy about letting you know how he feels. This chatty boy loves to talk, whether he’s telling you it’s dinner time or just sharing his thoughts on the day. Sweet, social, and full of love, Percy is ready to be someone’s loyal sidekick for life. He’s up-to-date on vaccinations, and if he’s over a year old, his rabies vaccine is included too. If he’s still growing, he won’t be neutered yet—we hold off to avoid hormone issues from early altering. Percy will need to be neutered by age 2, as noted in our adoption contract.

Learn More

Scotty

Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

cotty is a sweet 3-year-old girl with a quiet charm and a loving heart. She’s a bit of a loner, preferring peaceful moments and cozy corners, but she also enjoys spending time with her sister and trusted humans. Scotty is friendly, though a little shy at first, and warms up beautifully with patience and kindness. She’s the kind of dog who will sit beside you while you read, follow you around the house just to be near, and offer soft affection when you need it most. If you're looking for a gentle soul who appreciates both companionship and independence, Scotty might be your perfect match.

Learn More

Lady

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr

Athens, TX

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Once upon a time, a kind-hearted Good Samaritan found a delightful dog named Lady. With a wagging tail and a heart full of love, Lady quickly showed that she was more than just a pretty face. This energetic pup LOVES to play and is always ready for a game of fetch or a romp in the park. Lady is not just about fun and games, though. She's a smart cookie who does pretty well with commands. Sit, stay, and even a high-five – she's got them all down! Bath time? No problem! Lady enjoys her spa days and comes out looking even more fabulous. This social butterfly has been around other dogs, cats, and small children, and she gets along with everyone. Lady is ready to bring joy, laughter, and endless cuddles to her new forever home. Are you ready to make your home complete with Lady? She's waiting to meet you and start a new adventure together!

Learn More

Search for a puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable puppies and adult dogs in Athens, Texas.

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dogs in Gun Barrel City, TX Dogs in Mineola, TX Dogs in Palestine, TX Dogs in Tyler, TX Dogs in Whitehouse, TX

Dog shelters and rescues in Athens, Texas

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Tank's Legacy Rescue

Athens, TX 75752

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Sweet Heart Ranch Horse Rescue

6501 County Road 4802, Athens, TX 75752

Pet Types: dogs, farm animals, horses

Rescue

Riddick's Playhouse Rescue & Training Center

Murchison, TX 75778

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Athens Animal Rescue Shelter

901 W College, Athens, TX 75751

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Fera Templum

Eustace, TX 75124

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Twisted Branch Aussie Ranch

Malakoff, TX 75148

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Straydog Inc.

p.o. box 1465, Gun Barrel, TX 75156

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Adopt A Happy Tail, Inc

P.O. Box 1303, Mabank, TX 75147

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

Shelter

Canton Animal Shelter

cr 3120, Canton, TX 75103

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Tonya Griffith's Animal Rescue, Inc.

Tyler, TX 75704

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in Athens, Texas and nearby cities.

Popular dog breeds

Chihuahua Labrador Retriever Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Dachshund German Shepherd Dog Shih Tzu American Pit Bull Terrier Poodle (Miniature) Husky Maltese Border Collie Australian Cattle Dog Australian Shepherd Beagle Boxer Golden Retriever Pomeranian Schnauzer (Miniature) Great Dane Jack Russell Terrier

Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Home

Adopt a Dog

Texas

Athens

Puppies and dogs in Athens, Texas

Jump to:

Adopt a dog in Athens, Texas

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Athens, Texas. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Search for a puppy or dog

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Athens, Texas

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds